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1. RILA Tools BINT DUS SFT GFT 3 POINT FINISH MOWERS USER S MANUAL JN WARNING Read carefully and understand RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION and instructions before operating Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury Item 180253 180254 Page 1 of 22 For technical questions and replacement parts please call 1 800 222 5381 Thank you very much for choosing a Northern Industrial Tools product For future reference please complete the owner s record below Model Purchase Date Save the receipt warranty and these instructions It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it This machine is designed for certain applications only The distributor strongly recommends this machine is not modified and or used for any application other than that for which it was designed If you have any questions relative to a particular application DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted the distributor to determine if it can or should be performed on the product TO THE CUSTOMER This manual contains valuable information about your new Mower It has been carefully prepared to give you helpful suggestions for operating adjusting and servicing Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference Study it carefully only by proper care and operation can you expect to receive the2. Park the tractor with transmission in the correct gear Automatic transmissions should be set on Park Standard transmissions should be set on Neutral Set the parking brake turn off the engine and remove the keys from the ignition Wait until the PTO stops rotating completely before dismounting the tractor Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and store it to prevent contact from the ground and away from excessive moisture Always reinstall or lower into position the tractor PTO master shield This shield should always remain in place except when connecting or disconnecting the driveline BEFORE OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING THE MOWER Always display the SMV slow moving vehicle symbol on the rear of the tractor that transports the mower The SMV symbol should be clearly visible to vehicles overtaking the tractor transporting the mower Prominent display of this symbol will help the operator avoid accidents which could cause injury or possibly death See figure as below Page 13 of 22 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the mower make sure that it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected Only a minimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain it Following a regular program will provide long life and trouble free operation A a Always disengage the tractor PTO before raising the mower for transport or making adjustments GEARBOX LUBRICATION The gearbox must be filled with SAE 90 E
3. V7 AN Y y 4 gt y dh Fi y A rn do Y MY NI Page 11 of 22 A HOJ A heavy load can cause instability in driving a tractor Make sure the front of the tractor is properly counterbalanced with weights Always drive slowly especially around turns An unstable tractor could steer badly and possibly tip over causing injury or death A E For non agricultural applications OSHA ASAE SAE and ANSI standards require the use of chain guards deflectors or solid skirts at all times The mower manufacturer strongly recommends the use of chain guards rubber belting or solid skirts for agricultural applications as well to reduce the risk of property damage serious bodily injury or even death from objects thrown or from contact with the cutting blades Front rear left and right are determined by the normal direction of travel the same as when driving an automobile STARTING AND STOPPING MOWER The power required for operating the mower is supplied via the tractor PTO Refer to your tractor s manual for instructions on engaging and disengaging the PTO 1 Always engage the PTO at low engine RPM 2 Operate the mower at 540 RPM PTO speed Do not exceed 540 RPM PTO speed 3 In case of emergency you must learn how stop the tractor and mower quickly Important Stop cutter and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction Inspect the mower and repair any damage before resuming operation Do not disengage PTO
4. maintenance and storage of equipment It is the operator s responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to follow them Accidents CAN be avoided Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries Read this manual and the manual for your tractor before assembling or operating your mower to acquaint yourself with the machines It is the rotary mower owner s responsibility if this machine is used by any person other than yourself to make certain that the operator prior to operating 1 Reads and understands the operator s manuals 2 Is instructed in safe and proper use Know the controls and how to stop tractor engine and mower quickly in an emergency Read this manual and the one provided with your tractor Train all new personnel and review instructions frequently with existing workers A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death Do not allow children to operate this machine PREPARATION Never operate the tractor and mower until you have read and completely understand this manual the Tractor Operator s Manual and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and mower Personal protection equipment including hard hat safety glasses safety shoes and gloves are recommended during
5. when the engine is at full PTO RPM Always bring the tractor engine to idle speed before disengaging the PTO A m Avoid personal injury When attempting to stop a tractor which does not have a live PTO the momentum created by the blades of a mower can cause the tractor to be pushed forward Do not operate this mower unless the tractor has a live or independent PTO To start operation reduce engine speed and engage the tractor PTO Before starting to cut gradually increase the engine speed to develop full PTO speed Enter the area to be cut with the cutter operating at PTO speed and if it becomes necessary to temporarily regu late engine speed during operation increase or decrease the speed gradually To transport the mower disengage the PTO and raise to full transport height CUTTING SPEED Proper ground speed for cutting will depend upon the height type and density of the grass to be cut Normally ground speed will range from 1 5 to 3 MPH Tall dense grass should be cut at low speeds while thin medium height grass can be cut at faster ground speeds CUTTING TIPS Always operate the PTO at the recommended RPM when cutting This is necessary for correct blade speed which creates a clean and even grass cut Under certain conditions the tractor tires may roll some grass blades down and prevent them from being cut at the same height as the surrounding area If Page 12 of 22 this occurs reduce the tractor ground speed but mainta
6. with the blades gives the most damaging shock loads a mower can encounter and will cause damage to it and the driveline 1 Using the tractor raise the mower off the ground and place supports underneath of it so that it will not drift downwards while making adjustments or maintenance 2 While supporting the wheel and yoke assembly off the ground remove the snapper pin from the top of the gauge wheel spindle Position the supplied spacers as required for achieving the desired cutting height TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREPARATION Page 10 of 22 This Finishing Mower is designed for light duty cutting such as lawn maintenance with a Category I 3 pt hitch and with a 540 rom PTO This mower is not designed for tractors over 40 horsepower The PTO must be in good working condition It is recommended that only tractors with wide front axles be used with this cutter Tricycle front wheel arrangements are inherently unstable and tractor rollover accidents are more likely to occur Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping The tractor also needs lift arm stabilizer bars or sway blocks to control side movement of the cutter Check the tractor s 3 pt hydraulic lift system Refer to your tractor operator s manual or dealer for any adjustments necessary to put the hydraulic system in good working order Be sure tires and rims are in good condition Inflate tires
7. 32 Bearing e 65 TieRod 2 33 Plastic Spacer 8 Page 20 of 22 DIAGRAM WAA id aR Page 21 of 22 Distributed by Northern Tool Equipment Co Burnsville MN 5337 0499 Made in China Page 22 of 22
8. ND INSTALLATION Page 15 of 22 BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Place the machine at a comfortable height and lock it in position with sufficient support to guarantee the operator s safety Prevent the blade rotating by locking the shaft with a wrench the shaft is designed for this with two flat areas immediately above the blade Unscrew the nut ref 1 figure above and remove the blade Check the state of wear of the shaft and the nut and if necessary replace them To install the blade place the blade and washer on the spindle shaft and screw the nut on fully and tighten securely keeping the shaft locked at the same time as described above Note Always wear heavy leather gloves while tightening blade bolts BLADE SHARPENING To maintain a proper blade balance always sharpen both ends of the blade equally Follow the sharpening pattern as shown in figure below Do not sharpen the blades to a razor edge but leave a 1 32in blunt edge Never sharpen the back side of the blades visor Avoid personal injury Always support or block the mower when servicing the blades carrier or any other component on the underside of the deck MAINTAIN CORNER C 1132 FOLLOW ORIGINAL PATTERN a y y Hold the end of the blade using heavy leather gloves DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT 1 Shut off mower and tractor Page 16 of 22 2 Loosen all four nuts Item 1 on the gearbox slide plate Item 2 See figure in next column 3 L
9. P oil before operating To fill gearbox to the correct operating level as below 1 Place the mower on an even and leveled surface 2 Remove filler and test level plug See figure below for location of plugs 3 Add oil through the filler plug until it starts running out of the test plug Pour oil slowly to make sure that the lower portion of the gearbox housing has been filled 4 Screw the test and filler plugs back in their corresponding places It is recommended that the oil level plug be removed after every 8 10 hours of operation and oil added until it runs out of the test plug hole The filler plug hole and test plug hole are both located on the back of side of the gearbox P FR P f AY gt Y T PR 4 N gt N pr e Note 1 Do not overfill the gearbox with oil This will result in pressure build up inside the unit which can cause the oil seals to leak 2 Ifthe gearbox suddenly starts making an unusual noise stop at once check for oil leaks and refill it as required DRIVELINE LUBRICATION Grease fittings are located on the cross and bearing kit assemblies of both U joints U joints should be greased after every 8 hours of operation See figure below for the location of the grease fittings Do not force grease through the needle bearing cup assemblies Page 14 of 22 The metal telescoping drive tubes inside the plastic shield tubes must be lubricated before each use See figure below D
10. a A G LA A MANO M12 BOLTS Step 5 Adjust the height of the mower deck by installing spacers A B or C on the bottom of the wheel assembly shaft 2 before inserting into axle arm 3 See figure below OPERATION INSTRUCTION The safe operation of this mower is the responsibility of the operator The operator should be familiar with the machine tractor and all safety practices before starting operation This mower is designed for lawn and grass mowing It is not designed for rough conditions or heavy mowing The mower is equipped with suction type blades which are best suited for lawn mowing Always operate tractor PTO at 540RPM This chapter provides information for attaching mower to tractor and preparing it for field operation Review this data prior to tractor hookup and operation TRACTOR PREPARATION Do not install mower on a tractor over 40 HP A Es Do not operate tractor with less than 20 of its gross unballasted mass on the front wheels with the mower in the transport position WHEEL TREADS Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping Page 9 of 22 STABILIZER BARS AND SWAY BLOCKS Use stabilizer bars or sway blocks to prevent side sway of the mower DRAWBAR Shorten or remove the tractor drawbar so it will not interfere with the up and down movement of the mower A HTA Do not get between tractor and mowe
11. assembly installation operation adjustment maintaining repairing removal or moving the implement Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry which may get caught in moving parts Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair Page 3 of 22 PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING LOSS Tractors with or without Mowers attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent partial hearing loss We recommend that you wear hearing protection on a full time basis if the noise in the Operator s position exceeds 80db Noise over 85db on a long term basis can cause severe hearing loss Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over a long term basis may cause permanent total hearing loss NOTE Hearing loss from loud noise from tractors chain saws radios and other such sources close to the ear is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery Operate the mower only with a tractor equipped with an approved Roll Over Protective System ROPS Always wear your seat belt on tractors equipped with a ROPS Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS or the tractor Clear area to be cut of stones branches or other debris that might be thrown causing injury or damage Operate only in daylight or good artificial light Ensure mower is properly mounted adjusted and i
12. cant Replace with proper lubricant Remove trash Replace seal Replace oil seal and shaft Excessive trash build up around gearbox Gearbox leaking Damaged oil seal Bent shaft Shaft rough in oil seal area Oil seal installed wrong Oil seal not sealing in the housing 5 Replace seal or use a sealant on outside diameter of seal Replace or repair shaft BW N gt I N gt J N gt Replace seal Oil level too high Hole in gearbox 6 Drain oil to proper level Gasket damaged 7 Replace gearbox Bolts loose OOnN DD OAO N Ao N gt 8 Replace gasket 9 Tighten bolts NOTE Since the oil heats the gearbox may reach a rather high temperature during work and its out surface may become hot to touch This is normal and will cause no damage It is however important to always check that the oil is at the correct level and of the indicated type PTO contacts mower front Raising mower too high or incorrect Adjust top link or tractor lift stops See frame when raised adjustment of tractor top link attachments instructions Gearbox noisy 1 Worn bearings 1 Replace bearings 2 Low oil in gearbox 2 Check level and add oil Blades wear too fast Cutting in sandy conditions Increase cutting height Cutting in rocky conditions Increase cutting height Remove rocks _ Blades hitting ground Increase cutting height Mower seems to require Advancing into grass too rapidly excessive power Hitting
13. educe speed when transporting mounted implements to avoid bouncing and momentary loss of steering control Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic Do not drink and drive Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on hillside over rough ground and when operating close to ditches or fences Be careful when turning sharp corners Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle Make certain that at least 20 of the tractor s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces and loose gravel Never allow riders on either tractor or mower Be a safe and courteous driver Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations like narrow bridges and intersections Page 6 of 22 SAFETY SIGN LOCATION 0 e Page 7 of 22 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION Step 1 Attach the rear brace bars to the lugs on the rear of the deck with an M12 bolt and locking nut Attach the A frame bars to the lugs on the front of the mower deck with M12 bolts and locking nuts See below figure Step 2 Connect all braces at the top of the A frame with an M12 bolt spacer hitch connection and locking nut See below picture Page 8 of 22 Step 4 Install rear discharge chute and safety chains using M12 bolts and locking nuts See figure below a aE n AARAA MA
14. ground Worn or dull blades Reduce forward travel speed Raise mower and reset wheels Sharpen or replace blades Grass wet Grass too tall and heavy Allow grass to dry before mowing Slow ground speed of tractor but keep engine running at full PTO rpm Make two passes Raise mower for first pass and lower for next pass 1 2 3 Tractor not large enough 4 Use larger horsepower tractor 5 6 Mower moves from side to Loose tractor sway chains or bars or sway side when cutting blocks improperly installed Adjust sway chains bars or sway blocks Page 19 of 22 PRICE LIST Ateca xs 3 34 Wheel 2 2 War a as eee a a ade s a Spacer a A aaa lO onama 18 eya a as ro a e Dustpreventing Cap 3 39 Bo 4 O somos 7 w oken 4 e Bearing Holding Block 3 a Spacer 4 Co z ar O eee a 0 eee a as Spacer a Oan Bearing aa Spacer a 42 Spacer as Spacer a Ca dointPiate 2 Bomag 12 14 Fetwasrerio 26 ar Bomiz13o 4 as LockWasheri0 2 as gt Botmios 1 Cae numo ioknamo 3 A ey a o O oteren 6 Cas oane ar a a puey 2 2 Mames 1 C 2 O Bak Pee 1 A ey i t a O on S apor Cock NUM 23 Adjusting Bot MOxs0 1 s6 ChainShat 1 Ca Sliding Pate 1 s7 BotMows 2 2 FlatWasher16 4 58 BotMexis 6 2 LockWasher16 4 59 PulleyCover 2 Rod a Gearbox tt O omaa A aa maca St a Hitch at Spacer a O eee
15. in 540 RPM PTO speed The lower ground speed will allow grasses to be at least partially rebound and cut Taking a partial cut and or reversing the direction of travel may also produce a cleaner cut When people are passing by the area you are cutting stop the cutting until the area has been cleared Although the mower is shielded to prevent objects from being thrown by the blades no shielding device is 100 effective The mower operator has greater knowledge of the hazards created by the machine than people on the street Therefore he must take every precaution possible when other people are around A I Avoid personal injury Pick up all rocks and other debris before cutting Enter new cutting areas carefully Cut material higher the first time to allow the mower to clear unseen or hidden objects Never assume that a cutting area is clear Always check carefully Extremely tall grass should be cut in two stages First raise the mower above the desired cutting height and cut the grass in one direction Second adjust the mower to the desired cutting height and cut in a perpendicular 90 degree direction from the first cut Before cutting analyze the area to determine the best cutting procedure One must consider the grass height its type and the terrain relief Grass is best cut when it is dry Mowing wet grass can cause plugging which results in grass clumps behind the mower DETACHING AND STORING Lower the mower to the ground
16. installed before placing unit in service After servicing be sure all tools parts and service equipment are removed Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition See safety sign section for location drawing Do not allow grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing genuine factory replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original specifications The manufacturer will not claim responsibility for use of unapproved parts and or accessories and other damages as a result of their use If equipment has been altered in any way from original design the manufacturer does not accept any liability for injury or warranty A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing maintenance on this equipment TRANSPORT SAFETY Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities However some localities prohibit their use Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 20 mph at night or during the day use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle SMV identification emblem Always be sure the implement is in the proper raised position for transport R
17. isconnect the driveline from the tractor and pull halves apart do not disconnect the driveline that is attached to the mower gearbox Insert grease into drive tube and spread it evenly Reconnect the two driveline halves together Reconnect the driveline to the tractor PTO raise and lower the mower several times so that the grease just applied spreads over the entire working area of the drive tubes A N WARNING When attaching the driveline yoke to the tractor PTO shaft it is important that the spring activated locking pin is seated on the PTO shaft groove A loose yoke could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to the mower BLADE SPINDLE LUBRICATION Blade spindles must be lubricated after every 8 hours of operation Access the lubrication fittings through the holes in the belt guards Each spindle is supplied with a grease fitting and it must be lubricated sufficiently so that a small amount of grease escapes through the bleed hole on their underside Do not force large amounts of grease on the spindles as it may get on the drive belts Grease fittings are on front of spindle housing facing front and under the pulley Both side belt shields need to be removed to lubricate BLADE SERVICING Use only correct specified blades on your mower They are manufactured of special heat treated alloy steel Substitute blades may not meet specifications and may fail in a hazardous manner which could cause injury BLADE REMOVAL A
18. n good operating condition Make sure driveline spring activated locking pin operates freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO stub shaft groove Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are properly installed and in good condition OPERATIONAL SAFETY The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical means or product design All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual paying particular attention to safety and operating instructions prior to using If there is something in this manual you do not understand ask your supervisor or your dealer to explain it to you Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness Keep all helpers and bystanders at least several hundred feet from an operating rotary mower Only properly trained people should operate this machine WARNING When this machine is operated in populated areas or in other areas where thrown objects could injure persons or property standard equipment safety chain shielding which is designed to reduce the possibility of thrown objects must be installed Operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 100 yards 300 feet The majority of accidents involve entanglement on the driveline injury of bystanders by objects thrown by the rotating blades and operators being knocked off the tractor by low hanging limbs and then being run over by the mower Accidents are most likel
19. nit until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it works J N WARNING To prevent injury or death use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective Page 2 of 22 System ROPS Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery If its ability to do a job or to do so safely is in question DON T TRY IT Do not modify the equipment in any way Unauthorized modification may impair the function and or safety and could affect the life of the equipment In addition to the design and configuration of this implement including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of the machine Refer also to Safety Messages and Operation Instructions in each of the appropriate sections of the Tractor and Mower Manuals Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Tractor and the Mower SAFETY TRAINING Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products Unfortunately our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator In addition to the design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport
20. njury could result Do not permit children to play on or around the stored unit Make sure all parked machines are on a hard level surface and engage all safety devices If blocking is used make sure it is solid and secure before leaving area MAINTENANCE SAFETY Make sure there is plenty of ventilation Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed building The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation Before working on this machine drive to a level area disengage the PTO lower implement or if working underneath raise and block securely shut off the engine set the brakes and remove the ignition keys Be certain all moving parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before attempting to perform maintenance Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely Never depend on hydraulic system to keep implement in raised position Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance Always use personal protection devices such as eye hand and hearing protectors when performing any service or maintenance Frequently check mower blades They should be sharp free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened Periodically tighten all bolts nuts and screws and check that all cotter pins are properly installed to ensure unit is in a safe condition Page 5 of 22 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are
21. ntenance section of this manual 3 Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque 4 Check the mower for worn or damaged parts and replace them 5 Store the mower in a clean dry place with the deck resting on blocks Page 17 of 22 6 Use spray touch up enamel where necessary to prevent rust and maintain its appearance TROUBLESHOOTING Streaking 1 Slow blade tip speed 1 Operate PTO at 540 RPM 2 Worn blade tips 2 Replace with correct specified blades 3 Dull blades 3 Sharpen blades uniformly 4 Blades unable to cut the part of grass 4 Slow tractor s ground speed but maintain 540 pressed down by tractor s BE Pal WF 00 RPM PTO speed mower s casters l 5 Slow down until cured 5 Mowing too fast 6 Tighten per instructions on maintenance chapter 6 Drive belt loose 7 Apply belt dressing or replace it with a correct specified belt Dalt ALA SAA ALA ALAA TROUBLESHOOTING Continued Belt breakage 1 High shock loads 1 Avoid hitting ground and large obstructions with the mower 2 Belt came off sheave 2 Check sheave for proper alignment and foreign material Ensure proper belt tension Avoid hitting the ground and large obstructions with mower Blade is scraping ground Mower too low Field is ridged Field is too wet Raise mower reset wheels Cut field at a different angle Stop and wait until is dried Gearbox overheating Low on lubricant Fill to proper level Improper type lubri
22. oosen jam nut Item 3 on the tension adjustment bolt Item 4 4 Tighten adjustment bolt Item 4 until the belt deflection along the front side of the belts Items 5 amp 6 is 3 4in when approximately 10 pounds of pressure is applied to the center of the belt length 5 Do not overtighten belts 6 Tighten jam nut Item 3 and nuts Item 1 on gearbox slide plate OBEY ALL SAFETY WARNINGS DRIVE BELT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION 1 Shut off mower and tractor 2 Remove drive belt shield fasteners and belt shields 3 Loosen gearbox slide plate bolts and gearbox adjustment bolt 4 Slide gearbox to its forward most position 5 Slide belts under the gearbox sheave Item 7 and over the center spindle sheave Item 8 6 Make sure that right hand belt Item 5 is in the lower groove of the gearbox sheave and that the left hand belt Item 6 is in the upper groove 7 Slide the gearbox back to the full rear position and adjust according to the belt adjustment procedure described above STORAGE Your mower represents an investment from which you should get the greatest possible benefit and use Therefore when the cutting season is over the mower should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage so that a minimum amount of work will be required to put it back into operation for the next season We suggest the following storage procedures 1 Thoroughly clean the mower 2 Lubricate the mower as recommended in the mai
23. r when the engine is running ATTACHING THE MOWER TO TRACTOR LIFT TYPE ONLY This mower is designed for tractors with 540 RPM and category hitch Back the tractor up to the mower so that the lower draft arms are in alignment with the mower lift pins Stop the engine lock the brakes or place the tractor in park Connect the tractor and stabilizer bars to the lower lift pins Adjust the top link so it will pin to the top holes in the A Frame or into the holes in the floating top link A EE Never allow children to operate ride or come close to the mower or tractor Usually 15 16 year old children who are mature and responsible can operate the mower with reasonable safety if they have read the operator s manual been trained in safe operation of the machine and are physically large and strong enough to reach and operate the controls easily DRIVELINE ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR 1 Slide yoke onto the tractor PTO shaft 2 Move yoke back and forth until locking pin has engaged on the PTO shaft groove As I When attaching the driveline yoke to the tractor PTO shaft it is important that the spring activated locking pin seats properly in the tractor PTO shaft groove CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT A Ia Avoid personal injury Be sure tractor engine is off that key is removed from ignition and allow blades to completely stop turning before dismounting to make adjustments Important Avoid very low cutting heights Striking the ground
24. service and long life designed and built into this mower GENERAL SAFETY RULE EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible However every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment You the operator can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section To avoid personal injury study the following precautions and insist those working with you or for you follow them In order to provide a better view certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may show an assembly with a safety shield removed However equipment should never be operated in this condition Keep all shields in place If shield removal becomes necessary for repairs replace the shield prior to use Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating this equipment Consult your doctor about operating this machine while taking prescription medications Review the safety instructions with all users annually This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation The operator should be a responsible adult familiar with farm machinery and trained in this equipment s operations Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this u
25. to the proper recommended air pressure Check the tractor master shield over the PTO shaft Make sure it is in good condition and fastened securely to the tractor Purchase a new shield if old shield is damaged or missing It is recommended that a ROPS Roll Over Protection System and a seat belt be installed on all tractors Contact your local dealer for a ROPS for your tractor A EEE Be sure your tractor is in good condition Read all the safety precautions and make sure all tractor operators are familiar with the safety rules of operation The operator is responsible for the safe operation of this mower The operator must be properly trained Operators should be familiar with the mower and tractor and all safety practices before starting operation Read the safety rules and safety signs before operation Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is from two to five mph A m When using the unit a minimum 20 of tractor and equipment weight must be on tractor front wheels Without this weight tractor could tip up causing possible loss of control and possible personal injury or death The weight may be attained with a front end loader front wheel weights ballast in tires or front tractor weights When attaining a minimum 20 of tractor and equipment weight on the front wheels you must not exceed the ROPS weight certification Weigh the tractor and equipment DO NOT GUESS OR ESTIMATE f ff A ff i Aa Sf pa if
26. y to occur with machines that are loaned or rented to someone who has not read the owner s manual and is not familiar with a rotary mower Check the tractor master shield over the PTO shaft Make sure it is in good condition and fastened securely to the tractor Purchase a new shield if old shield is damaged or missing STARTING AND STOPPING SAFETY Page 4 of 22 Mower operating power is supplied from tractor PTO Refer to your tractor manual for PTO engagement and disengagement instructions Always operate the tractor PTO in the 540 rpm speed selection DO NOT OVER SPEED Know how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency When engaging PTO the engine RPM should always be low Once engaged and ready to start cutting raise PTO speed to approx 540 RPM and maintain throughout cutting operation ZN WARNING Always stop the tractor set brake shut off the tractor engine remove the ignition key lower implement to the ground and allow cutter blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running or with implement in raised position STORAGE SAFETY Following operation or when unhooking stop the tractor set the brakes disengage the PTO shut off the engine and remove the ignition keys Store the unit in an area away from human activity Do not park equipment where it will be exposed to livestock for long periods of time Equipment damage and livestock i
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