Operation
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MAN1331
(09/29/22)
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, the trac-
tor, and all safety practices before starting operation.
Read the
Safety Rules
and
Safety Decals
on
page 5
through
page 12
.
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. Always operate power unit PTO at
540 RPM.
This section provides information for attaching the
mower to the tractor and preparing it for field operation.
Review this data prior to tractor hook-up and operation.
Lower mower to the ground when not in use.
■ Full chain shielding is recommended when op-
erating in populated areas or other areas where
thrown objects could injure people or damage
property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain
shielding, operation is recommended to 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 protective
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).
• Check that chain shielding is in good condition
and replace any damage chain links.
■ Before dismounting power unit or perform-
ing any service or maintenance, follow these
steps: disengage power to equipment, lower
the 3-point hitch and all raised components to
the ground, operate valve levers to release any
hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop en-
gine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
■ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
■ Never allow children or untrained persons to op-
erate equipment.
■ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
■ Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
■ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
■ 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 protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing,
and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
ATTACHING MOWER TO TRACTOR
■ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
■ Make sure shields and guards are proper-
ly installed and in good condition. Replace if
damaged.
■ Never attach the mower release rope to the oper-
ator, the operator’s clothing, or the tractor seat.
■ When routing the rope, do not route through
the hydraulic hose guide and do not allow slack
to drop between the driveline shields and the
gearbox rotating shaft. The rope may tighten
unexpectedly and cause the wings to drop with-
out warning.
■ Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit
PTO shaft. Never use adapter sleeves or adapt-
er shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures
due to incorrect spline or incorrect operating
length and can result in personal injury or death.
1.
Park mower and tractor on a level, hard-surfaced
area.
2.
Adjust tractor hitch bracket on trailer frame so the
trailer is level when attached to the tractor. Pin the
mower to the tractor. See Leveling Mower, page 15.
NOTE:
When attaching mower to tractor drawbar,
make sure the correct drawbar pin is used. A Category
1 drawbar pin is 1". A category 2 pin is 1-1/8". Failure
to use the correct pin size will result in premature wear
of hitch and drawbar hole. If the hitch on the mower
doesn’t match your tractor drawbar, contact your dealer
to order the correct size hitch for your tractor. If mow-
er will be attached to tractor for a long period of time,
secure hitch to drawbar using a Grade 5 bolt, locknut,
and washers assembled tightly. This will reduce wear
on drawbar and hitch.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
