Operation
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MAN1261 (4/11/2018)
Operating Tips
Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that
might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Set mower at a higher cutting
height for the first pass. Then cut at desired height, 90 degrees to the first pass.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and require less power.
Analyze area to be cut to determine the best procedure. Consider height and
type of grass and terrain type: hilly, level, or rough.
Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight forward whenever possible. Mow
with uncut grass to the right. This will distribute the clippings over the cut area.
Uneven Terrain
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough ter
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rain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.
Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to prevent hanging
up tractor and mower.
Practice will improve your skills in maneuvering rough terrain.
MOWER REMOVAL & STORAGE
1.
Disengage PTO, place tractor and mower on solid, level surface. Raise
mower with 3-point hitch.
2.
Place blocks under mower side skids. Lower mower onto blocks.
3.
Set parking brake, stop engine and remove key. Disconnect mower
driveshaft from tractor PTO.
4.
Collapse driveshaft as far as possible and store in driveshaft hanger
bracket to prevent ground contact.
5.
Disconnect mower from tractor 3-point hitch. Start tractor and carefully
drive away from mower.
6.
Before extended storage, see page 14 for cleaning instructions.
OWNER PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
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Review and follow all safety rules and safety decal instructions on
pages 4 to 6.
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Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition.
Replace if damaged.
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Check that all shields and guards are properly installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
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Check that chain shielding is in good condition and replace any dam
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aged chain links.
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Check that all hardware and cotter pins are properly installed and
secured.
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Check to ensure blades are sharp, in good condition, and installed cor
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rectly. Replace if damaged.
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Check that equipment is properly and securely attached to tractor.
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Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely
and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
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Make sure the driveline guards and tether chains are in good condition.
Guards must rotate freely on driveline. Fasten tether chains to the trac
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tor and the equipment as instructed.
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Inspect area and remove stones, branches or other hard objects that
might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
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Do not allow riders.
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Check all lubrication points and grease as instructed in “Lubrication
Information” on page 12. Make sure the PTO slip joint is lubricated and
that the gearbox fluid levels are correct.
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Set tractor PTO at 540 rpm.
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Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt are in good condi
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tion. Keep seat belt securely fastened during operation.
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Before starting engine, operator must be in tractor seat with seat belt
fastened. Place transmission in neutral or park, engage brake, and dis
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engage tractor PTO.