Tiger 06090005, Parts Listing With Mounting And Operating Instructions

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OPERATION
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OPERA
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Weedoo Sickle Bar Mower Operation Section 3-6
Powering the boom down, forcing mower onto the ground may damage mower and it’s
attachment to the boom, creating a potentially hazardous situation.
To ensure a clean cut, engine speed should be maintained at approximately two thirds of the maximum R.P.M.
DO NOT use excessive force when positioning cutting head into heavy branches or
stumps. Damage to the unit may result. It is best to let the cutter head “eat away” slowly at
heavy cutting jobs.
The mower will operate more efficiently in tougher conditions and with less power if the knives are kept sharp. If
the mower begins to vibrate, stop the boat, check for wire wrapped around the mower or damaged knives. When
replacing knives, it is recommended that you replace all knives with new knives to ensure proper balance so the
mower will not vibrate severly or bind. Severe vibration may result if knives with unequal wear are used.
CAUTION!
CAUTION!
If bystanders approach within 60 feet while mower is in operation turn mower lever to
“OFF” immediately! After shutdown, never leave the boat or allow bystanders to approach
within 60 FEET of the unit until all motion stops completely.
If cutter jams and stops, turn mower lever to “OFF”, and move the boat “AFT”. Normally this action will clear
the cutter head. If not, tilt mower until adjacent to the secondary boom, then stow the boom in the boomrest.
Shut off the boat and allow all motion to cease. At that point it is safe to leave the boat and clear the cutter head
manually.
WARNING!
After the first day of operation, all bolts should be checked and tightened securely. This should be done
periodically to ensure the bolts do not become loose and cause damage to the boat or mower, or injury to the
operator.