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14 Operation
MAN0390 (Rev. 6/30/2006)
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 page 7 to page
13.
This medium-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 or rubber shielding must be installed
when operating in populated areas or other areas
where thrown objects could injure people or dam-
age property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain
or rubber 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.
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.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
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
CONNECT CUTTER TO TRACTOR
(PULL-TYPE)
NOTICE
■ The horizontal distance between the end of the
tractor PTO shaft and the drawbar hitch point
should be 14" for 540 RPM cutters. This distance
must not vary more than plus or minus (1") or the
drive may be damaged when turning.
1. Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired
drawbar hitch point distance.
NOTE: On some tractors, a drawbar kit must be
used to obtain the required dimension. Check with
your tractor dealer for assistance.
2. Install tractor drawbar bracket to the tractor
drawbar using cap screw and hex nut.
3. Attach parking jack to cutter tongue. Raise tongue
to tractor drawbar height.
4. Place special heat-treated washer between cutter
tongue and drawbar.
5. Secure cutter to tractor drawbar with a high-
strength drawbar pin 3/4" or larger. Keep pin in
place during operation.
6. Attach safety tow chain to drawbar support. Leave
enough slack for turning.
CAUTION
(Rev. 2/6/2009)