Tiger SIDE ROTARY, Mounting And Operating Instructions

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Side Rtry Operation Section 3-4
OPERATION
The rear mower height is controlled with the 3-point hitch control lever. Follow the
instructions for this control is the tractor operators manual. The tilt of the rear mower is
controlled with the third spool if the lift valve and is coordinated as shown above.
The side and rear mower positions may optionally be controlled with the tractors
remote hydraulic connections or a combination of lift valve and remote hydraulics. If so,
determine which position of the side or rear mower is to be controlled be each remote
lever.
The side mower ON / OFF switch is located in a switch box mounted to the valve stand
or cable controls for non-cab and cab units respectively. If operating a rear mower, the ON
/ OFF switch is located in the switch box with a side mower switch.
This machine may be equipped with an auxiliary oil temperature gauge, an amp gauge
or oil pressure gauge. If oil temperature reaches 200 degrees Fahrenheit, stop mowers
and see trouble shooting section for possible causes. Keep an eye on all gauges for
indication of problems.
MOWER OPERATION
When rotating parts are in motion, serious injury may occur if caution is
not used or danger is not recognized. Never allow bystanders within 300
feet of the machine when in operation. Extreme care should be taken
when operating near loose objects – such as gravel, rocks and debris.
These conditions should be avoided.
The rotating parts in this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use.
However, they could fail upon impact with heavy solid objects – such as steel guard rails,
concrete abutments, etc., causing them to be thrown at a very high velocity. Never allow
cutter head to contact such objects. Inspecting the cutting area for such objects prior to
mowing can help eliminate these potential hazards.
Once on location, lower the mower deck slightly above the material to be cut, so
the mower does not have to start under a load. Bring the R.P.M. of the tractor up to 1200
and engage the side mower. If a rear mower is being used, allow the R.P.M. to return to
1200 before engaging the rear mower.
The rotary mower deck should always be carried rather than dragged on the skid
shoes when mowing on the ground. Dragging the rotary mower heads causes an
extreme side load on the tractor resulting in premature tire wear. It also causes excessive
horsepower consumption and drastically decreases blade life. Dragging the rear mower
can also cause damage to the road. Once the necessary skill is attained at controlling the
height and position of the side rotary mower, it will be easy to carry the mower head(s) and
do a proficient job of cutting.