Filter
Top Products
Operation 17
15916 (Rev. 3/30/2007)
OPERATING TECHNIQUE
Proper ground speed will depend upon the height, type
and density of material to be cut.
Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph. Tall
dense material should be cut at a low speed, while thin
medium-height material can be cut at a higher ground
speed. Always operate PTO at 540 rpm; this is neces-
sary to maintain proper blade speed and produce a
clean cut.
Under certain conditions, tractor tires may roll some
material down and prevent it from being cut at the
same height as the surrounding area. When this
occurs, reduce tractor ground speed but maintain 540
rpm PTO speed. The lower speed will permit material
to at least partially rebound.
Under some conditions, material will not rebound
enough to be cut evenly, resulting in an uneven
appearance. In general, lower cutting heights give a
more even cut with less tendency to leave tire tracks.
The cutter is equipped with general purpose suction
blades as standard equipment. These blades are
intended for most conditions. Optional flat blades for
light brush cutting and optional high fin blades for stalk
shredding are available from your dealer.
Tips
Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Cut mate-
rial higher the first pass. Then cut at desired height, at
90° to first pass. Remember, sharp blades produce
cleaner cuts and require less power.
Analyze area to be cut to determine best procedure.
Consider height and type of material and terrain type:
hilly, level or rough. Plan your pattern to travel straight
forward whenever possible.
Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
Uneven Terrain
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp
drops to prevent hanging up tractor and cutter.
Practice will improve your skills in maneuvering rough
terrain.
CLEANING
After Each Use
● Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,
crop residue, etc. from machine.
● Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.
● Replace any safety decals that are missing or not
readable.
Periodically or Before Extended Storage
● Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,
crop residue, etc. from machine.
● Remove the remainder using a low-pressure water
spray.
1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn
safety decals or near edges of decals as water
spray can peel decal off surface.
2. Be careful when spraying near chipped or
scratched paint as water spray can lift paint.
3. If a pressure washer is used, follow the advice
of the pressure washer manufacturer.
● Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.
● Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of
missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of
matching color (purchase from your Woods
dealer).
● Replace any safety decals that are missing or not
readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer).
See Safety Decals section for location drawing.
STORAGE
Follow these steps when storing your cutter:
1. Store on level, solid ground.
2. Disconnect driveline and secure up off the ground.
3. On pull-type model, attach parking jack and raise
tongue weight off tractor drawbar.
4. Securely block all four corners of deck with jack
stands.
5. Remove hydraulic hoses after tractor is turned off
and all system pressure is released by operating
valve levers several times.
6. Remove retainer pin and high strength drawbar
pin.
7. Keep children and bystanders away from storage
area.
WARNING
WARNING