Buhler FK369, Operator And Parts Manual

Page: 13 / 48

Heavy Duty Finishing Mower
9
START-UP
1. Park the unit on hard level ground with the mower slightly raised.
2. Adjust the sway blocks or chains on the tractor so the mower is
centered between the rear wheels.
3. Adjust the three-point hitch arms to level the mower side to side.
4. Adjust the turnbuckle on the top of the three-point hitch arms to level
the mower front and back.
5. Adjust the cutting height using the wheel spacers (#50 and #51) on the
wheel yokes. The spacers should be set at the same height on all four
wheels.
6. Check the oil level in the gearbox and add as required (see maintenance
section).
7. Grease spindle assembly, wheel bearings, wheel pivots and the PTO shaft
(see maintenance section).
8. Maintain proper air pressure in tires of 30 psi. max.
9. Check tightness of belts, bolts and other hardware (see maintenance
section).
10. Check blades to see if they are damaged. Sharpen or replace blades
if necessary. Check that blade bolts are tight.
11. Clear the working area of foreign objects and check that all bystanders are
standing clear before starting.
12. Start the tractor with the mower resting on the ground on all four wheels.
13. Slowly engage the PTO and bring the PTO speed up to 540 rpm for
cutting.