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Operating
Cutter Operation
It is important that you inspect the area where you will be cutting and clear it of safety hazards
and foreign objects either before or after you arrive at the cutting site. Cut only in areas which
you are familiar with and are free of debris and unseen objects. Never assume the area is clear.
DANGER
Keep others away from the cutter while it is operating. Rotary Cutters have the ability
to discharge objects at high speeds causing serious injury or death. The use of front & rear safe-
ty guards is strongly recommended and should always be used when cutting along highways
and in areas where bystanders are present. Stop blade rotation if bystanders are nearby.
When beginning operation of the cutter, make sure that all persons are in a safe location.
With the cutter slightly raised from the ground. Run the engine at a slow speed and slowly
engage the PTO. Slowly bring the engine to 540 rpm PTO speed. Do not exceed rated speed.
Lower the cutter to the ground and move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground speed to
provide a clean cut without lugging the tractor engine. Always operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM
to maintain blade speed and to produce a clean cut.
Know how to stop the tractor and cutter
quickly in an emergency.
Operators of models with a conventional main driveline must plan ahead and choose a cutting
pattern that allows for wider turns
Ground Speed
You will need to maintain 540 rpm PTO speed and 2 to 5 mph (3 and 10km/h) ground speed to
produce a clean cut. Select a tractor gear and range selection that will enable you to maintain
these speed combinations. Generally the quality of cut is better at lower ground speeds. Dense
ground cover will create the need to slow down even more. In certain conditions tractor tires will
roll grass down resulting in an uneven cut when the grass fails to rebound. Should this happen
you may try reversing the direction of cut and/or double cut to achieve the desired finish. Avoid
very low cutting heights especially on extremely uneven terrain. Always cut downward on slopes
and avoid crossing the face of steep slopes. Avoid sharp drops and cross diagonally through
dips to prevent hanging up the tractor and cutter. Slow down in turns and avoid sharp turns if
at all possible. Remember to look back often. It is the responsibility of the operator to note the
conditions of the job being done and to set the speed to obtain a quality cutting job while main-
taining control of the equipment. With a little practice you will be pleased with what your Pulsar
Wing Cutter can do.
Transport on Road - Be Safe, Be Seen!
Caution:
When traveling on public roads, use accessory lights, SMV sign, clean reflectors, and
other adequate devices to warn operators in other vehicles of your presence. If cutter blocks
visibility of SMV sign, relocate SMV sign so it is visible from the back at all times. Always comply
with all federal, state, and local laws.
