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Winton WAM
17. FAQ’S & TROUBLESHOOTING
WAM Problem
Solution
Blade rotor blocking
Clean off the cutter.
Slow tractor speed.
Change direction of rotor using the lever (when rotor is stopped).
Replace any missing/damaged blades.
Check hydraulic couplings are tight and no leaks in the system.
Patches of uncut areas
Run PTO at 540 PTO rpm, check PTO speed & tractor power output.
Change into a lower gear on the tractor.
Replace any missing/damaged blades.
Excessive vibration
Check rotor bearings & blade rotor.
Replace blades.
Check PTO shaft for damage and replace.
Clean off the cutter.
Blades scalping
Raise cutting height.
Change mowing pattern/route.
Reduce speed when turning.
Tractor loaded down by
cutter
Run at 540 PTO rpm.
Change into a lower gear on the tractor.
Clean off the cutter.
Check power output on your tractor.
Ensure tractor and machine is stopped & keys out of ignition before set-up/maintenance.