Tiger JD5085-5115M T4F, Mounting And Operating Instructions

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OPERATION
TRIPLE FLAIL Operation Section 3-10
© 2012 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
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6.1 Roller Height Adjustment
5. The mower’s cutting height is set by
positioning the roller assembly for each mower
section. Each section must be set at the same
height to ensure an even cut across the entire
width of the mower.
6. Place the tractor and mower on a level surface
and completely lower the mower to the ground.
7. Shut down the tractor, place the transmission
in park, and set the parking brake before
dismounting.
8. One section at a time, place lifting device
(scissors jack or hydraulic jack) under center of
cutter housing.
9. Remove hex nuts, washers and carriage bolts
from brackets at each end of roller. Make
certain that roller bracket is free to move once
the fasteners are removed. A stuck roller could
drop unexpectedly and cause injury.
10. For Standard Duty flails, use lifting device to
reposition cutter housing to desired cutting
height. Align bracket holes with cutter housing,
then reinstall hardware.
11. For Heavy Duty flails, loosen the Adjustment
rod lock nut and adjust height by turning the
Adjustment Rod. Retighten the Adjustment rod
lock nut and then reinstall hardware.
12. Lower cutter housing to the ground and
remove lifting device.
13. Set cutting height according to procedures
above for remaining two cutter sections. Make
sure that all three rollers are set at the same
height to ensure a even cut across the entire
width of the mower.
6. SETTING THE MOWER
Properly setting the cutting height is essential for efficient and safe operation. A properly set mower will make
a more uniform cut, distribute clippings more evenly, require minimal tractor work, and follow the contour of
uneven terrain.
NOTE: Avoid very low cutting heights, striking the ground with the blades gives the most
damaging shock loads and will cause damage to the mower and drive. Blades contacting the ground may
cause objects to be thrown out from under the mower deck. Always avoid operating the mower at a height
which causes the blades to contact the ground.
OPS-U- 0010
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted
component unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up
to prevent sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious
injury or even death.
(SG-14)
Heavy Duty
Standard Duty