
OPERATION
SMR-600 04/21
Operation Section 4-18
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8.3 Engaging the Windrower From the Skid Steer
Before engaging the windrower, make certain that the area is clear of bystanders and passersby. Refer to the
skid steer operator’s manual to determine the procedure to engage the front auxiliary hydraulics.
If you hear unusual noises or feel abnormal vibrations, disengage the windrower immediately. Inspect the
windrower to determine the cause of the noise or vibration and repair the problem immediately.
Some minor shaking from drum rotation is normal and can be reduced by rotating the windrower to place the
wheels on the ground.
8.4 Drum Speed
The table below shows optimal drum speeds from factory, based on motor selected, and flow provided from the
skid steer. The target RPM for the different applications are as follows:
Landscaping, leveling, seedbed preparation - Target RPM from 175-260
Large debris removal, rock windrowing - Target RPM from 110-140
Drum speed can be increased or reduced by changing the engine RPM to increase or reduce hydraulic flow.
Applications with larger debris should use slower drum speed, while applications with finer debris should use
faster drum speeds.
9. OPERATING THE WINDROWER
When ready for field use, stop the windrower and lower windrower so that the tires are on the ground. Practice
with the skid steer lift arm and mount controls to familiarize yourself with the way the windrower reacts to
movement.
Avoid windrowing in the reverse direction when possible. In situations where the implement must be backed to
access areas to be windrowed make sure there are no persons, posts animals, or foreign debris behind the
unit before windrowing in reverse.
For the machine to operate effectively, the drum must rotate opposite of the direction of travel. For example,
when traveling forward, the ground engaging teeth must push material forward. When traveling in reverse, the
ground engaging teeth must drag material with you.
Motor size (cu. in.)
GPM
@2500psi
8.0
9.9
15.0
19.0
24.0
18
213
-
112
-
-
20
237
189
125
-
-
22
263
208
138
112
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25
-
238
157
126
-
27
-
264
175
139
110
30
-
-
188
152
119
35
-
-
221
178
136
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