12 Operation
MAN0224 (Rev. 9/30/2005)
OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
the cutter. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor,
and all safety practices before starting operation. Read
the safety rules and safety decals on pages 3 to 7.
This standard-duty cutter is designed for grass and
weed mowing and shredding.
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is
from 2 to 5 mph.
Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-
ple or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition.
It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
Operate tractor PTO at the rpm speed stated in
“Specifications” section.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
Tractor Stability
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when
attachments are in transport position. Without this
weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result-
ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.
Figure 1. Tractor Stability
ATTACHING CUTTER TO TRACTOR
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
■ With cutter adjusted to transport position, set
upper stop on tractor lift quadrant to prevent cutter
from contacting the driveline when being raised.
1. Attach the cutter hitch pins to the lower tractor lift
arms and secure.
2. Attach tractor top link to cutter clevis using forward
hole.
3. Check driveline length. See page 34 for
instructions on shortening driveline.
4. Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft.
NOTE: You will need to adjust the top link; refer to Top
Link Adjustment, page 13.
NOTE: The standard 1-3/8" 6B spline driveline with a
QD yoke is used to connect the cutter to the tractor.
5. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway
devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side
during transport.
6. Adjust tractor drawbar so that it will not interfere
with cutter or driveline.
