OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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 540 RPM.
This sections provides information for attaching mower to tractor and preparing it for field operation.
Review this data to tractor hookup and operation.
TRACTOR PREPARATION
WARNING!
Do not install mower on a tractor over 40 HP.
Do not operate tractor with less than 20% of gross ballasted mass on the front wheels with the mower in
the transport position.
Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the
possibility of tipping.
Use stabilizer bars or sway blocks to prevent side sway of the mower.
Shorten or remove the tractor draw-bar to prevent side sway of the mower.
WARNING!
Do not install mower on a tractor over 40 HP.
Do not operate tractor with less than 20% of gross ballasted mass on the front wheels with the mower in
the transport position.
Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the
possibility of tipping.
Use stabilizer bars or sway blocks to prevent side sway of the mower.
Shorten or remove the tractor draw-bar to prevent side sway of the mower.
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