Operation 10 - Woods DS8.30E Manual Del Operador

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the cutter. The operator
must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the trac-
tor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and
safety decals on page 4 to page 8.
This medium-duty cutter is designed for grass and weed mowing and shred-
ding.
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is from 3 to 8 km/h (2 to 5
mph).
DANGER DANGER
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Full chain shielding must be installed at all times. Thrown objects
could injure people or damage property.
• If the machine is not equipped with full chain shielding, operation
must be stopped.
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk of thrown objects.
The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects
from escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing condition. It is
possible for objects to ricochet and escape, traveling as much as 300
feet (92m).
W W ARNING
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Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is
seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
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Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
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Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching,
removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
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Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an
obstruction. Turn off engine, set parking brake, remove key, inspect, and
repair any damage before resuming operation.
CAUTION CAUTION
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting
caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or
filter mask where appropriate.
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Safety tow chain must be hooked-up to both the implement and trac-
tor during operation or transport. A loose, dragging chain could be struck
by the blades causing serious injury.
TRACTOR STABILITY
W W ARNING
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A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the
tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without
this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steer-
ing. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires,
front tractor weights or front loader. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do
not estimate.
Figure 1.
MAN1256 (3/23/2018)
OPERATION
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Tractor Stability
CONNECT CUTTER TO TRACTOR (PULL-TYPE)
NOTICE
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The horizontal distance between the end of the tractor PTO shaft
and the drawbar hitch point should be 356 mm (14") for 540 RPM cutters.
This distance must not vary more than plus or minus 25.4 mm (1") or the
drive may be damaged when turning.
1.
Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired drawbar hitch point distance.
NOTE:
On some tractors, a drawbar kit must be used to obtain the
required dimension. Check with your tractor dealer for assistance.
2.
Attach parking jack to cutter tongue. Raise tongue to tractor drawbar
height.
3.
Secure cutter to tractor using a 19 mm (3/4") clevis pin and clip for
category 1, or 28.6 mm (1-1/8") clevis pin and clip for category 2.
4.
Attach safety tow chain to drawbar support. Leave enough slack for
turning.
5.
Connect cutter driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the spring-
activated lock pin slides freely and is seated in tractor PTO splined
groove.
6.
Remove parking jack from the tongue and attach it to the storage post on
the front of the cutter.
Hydraulic Connection
1.
Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good condition.
2.
Clean the fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic ports.
3.
Attach the hydraulic hose to the tractor.
4.
Route the hose through the hose holder at the hitch and be sure the hose
can slide freely in the holder. Do not allow hose slack to drag on the
ground or become caught on tractor protrusions.
5.
From the operator position, start tractor and raise and lower deck several
times to purge trapped air from the hydraulic cylinder.
Interference Check
1.
Be sure that tractor 3-point lift links do not interfere with hydraulic hoses,
cutter driveline, or cutter frame.
2.
Check for straight-ahead operation and at full- turning angles. If there is
any interference, remove the lower lift links.
3.
Contact between tractor lift links and cutter parts can cause damage,
especially when turning.
CV Driveline Turning Limits
NOTICE
You must not exceed a turning angle of 80 degrees at the head of the Constant
Velocity driveline or damage will occur.
To check for potential excessive turn angle:
1.
Disconnect driveline from tractor, start engine and turn as far right or left
as possible.
2.
Shut engine off, set parking brake, remove key, and try to connect CV
driveline to tractor. If it cannot be connected, the angle is too severe.
3.
Restart engine and straighten angle slightly. Repeat step 2 until driveline
can be connected. The point at which the driveline can be connected is
the maximum turn that should be made.

Operation 10