Texas Efterh?ngt Rotorklipper [15/22] Detaching and storing

Avoid personal injury! When attempting to stop a tractor which does not have a live PTO, the

momentum created by the blades of a mower can cause the tractor to be pushed forward. Do

not operate this mower unless the tractor has a live or independent PTO. To start operation,

reduce engine speed and engage the tractor PTO. Before starting to cut, gradually increase the

engine speed to develop full PTO speed. Enter the area to be cut with the cutter operating at PTO

speed and, if it becomes necessary to temporarily regu-late engine speed during operation, increase

or decrease the speed gradually. To transport the mower, disengage the PTO and raise to full

transport height.

CUTTING SPEED

Proper ground speed for cutting will depend upon the height, type, and density of the grass to be cut.

Normally, ground speed will range from 1.5 to 3 MPH. Tall dense grass should be cut at low speeds,

while thin medium height grass can be cut at faster ground speeds.

CUTTING TIPS

Always operate the PTO at the recommended RPM when cutting. This is necessary for correct blade

speed, which creates a clean and even grass cut. Under certain conditions the tractor tires may roll

some grass blades down and prevent them from being cut at the same height as the surrounding

area. If this occurs, reduce the tractor ground speed, but maintain 540 RPM PTO speed. The lower

ground speed will allow grasses to be at least partially rebound and cut. Taking a partial cut and/or

reversing the direction of travel may also produce a cleaner cut. When people are passing by the

area you are cutting, stop the cutting until the area has been cleared.

Although the mower is shielded to prevent objects from being thrown by the blades, no shielding

device is 100% effective. The mower operator has greater knowledge of the hazards created by the

machine than people on the street. Therefore, he must take every precaution possible when other

people are around.

Avoid personal injury! Pick up all rocks and other debris before cutting. Enter new cutting

areas carefully. Cut material higher the first time to allow the mower to clear unseen or hidden

objects. Never assume that a cutting area is clear. Always check carefully.

Extremely tall grass should be cut in two stages. First, raise the mower above the desired cutting

height and cut the grass in one direction. Second, adjust the mower to the desired cutting height and

cut in a perpendicular (90 degree) direction from the first cut.

Before cutting analyze the area to determine the best cutting procedure. One must consider the

grass height, its type and the terrain relief.

Grass is best cut when it is dry. Mowing wet grass can cause plugging, which results in grass clumps

behind the mower.

DETACHING AND STORING

Lower the mower to the ground. Park the tractor with transmission in the correct gear (Automatic

transmissions should be set on Park; Standard transmissions should be set on Neutral). Set the

parking brake, turn off the engine and remove the keys from the ignition. Wait until the PTO stops

rotating completely before dismounting the tractor. Disconnect the driveline from the tractor PTO and

store it to prevent contact from the ground and away from excessive moisture. Always reinstall or

lower into position the tractor PTO master shield. This shield should always remain in place except

when connecting or disconnecting the driveline.