OPERATION
LJ60/72 02-02 Operation Section 4-17
OPERATION
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
" Inspect blades and blade bolts for looseness and
excessive wear. Make sure the cutter is securely
blocked up before crawling beneath. Replace
damaged, worn and missing blades as complete
sets to maintain rotary balance during operation.
" Ensure blade carrier nuts are tightened.
" Ensure carrier hub nut is tightened with the cotter
pin inserted and spread.
DANGER!
Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN
OR WELD ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE
THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM
THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10)
" Inspect the gearbox oil level. A low oil level is a
warning sign that the gearbox may be cracked or
its seal is damaged and needs replacement.
" Ensure the gearbox vent is in place on the top of
the box and free from clogs.
" Ensure the driveline slip clutch shield is in place
and in good condition.
" Ensure the driveline integral shield is in good
condition and rotates freely.
" Make sure the tractor PTO master shield is in
place, lowered, and in good condition.