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Operation 9
5WPMAN0242 (Rev. 5/2/2008)
OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
the mower. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the mower, tractor,
and all safety practices before starting operation. Read
the safety rules and safety decals on pages 5 to 8.
This mower is designed for lawn and grass mowing. It
is not designed for rough conditions or heavy weed
mowing. It is equipped with suction type blades for best
results in lawn mowing.
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is
from 2 to 5 mph.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
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 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Stop power unit and implement immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Dismount power unit,
using proper procedure. 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, tractor could tip over, causing personal
injury or death. The weight may be attained with a
loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.
Figure 1. Tractor Stability
ATTACHING MOWER TO TRACTOR
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
The standard 1-3/8" 6-spline driveline with a QD yoke
is used to connect the mower to the tractor.
1. Attach the mower hitch pins to the lower tractor lift
arms and secure.
2. Attach tractor top link (1), Figure 2, to mower top
link bracket attachment point A. Connect the drive-
line to the tractor PTO shaft.
3. Attach tether chain to tractor drawbar (Figure 3).
4. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway
devices to prevent mower from swinging side to
side during transport.
Figure 2. Attachment Points
Figure 3. Attaching Mower to Tractor
CAUTION
1. Tractor top link
A. Mower top link
attachment point
B. Mower hitch pin
CM906
Tether Chain