Bush-whacker RDF 48, Manual

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2014 RDF 60, 72
Mower Operation
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 weed mowing.
The mower is equipped with suction type blades, which are best suited for lawn mowing.
Always operate tractor 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 horsepower.
WARNING!
Do not operate tractor with less than 20% of it
’s 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.
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.
WARNING!
Do not get between tractor and mower when the engine is running.
Attaching the mower to tractor (lift type only)
This mower is designed for tractors with 540 RPM and category I 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