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Woods Equipment L59KR17-1 User's Manual

1. Inches Size Ibs ft Ibs ft Nem Ibs ft N m 1 4 7 16 6 8 10 13 14 18 5 16 12 12 17 19 26 27 37 3 8 9 16 23 31 35 47 49 67 7 16 5 8 36 48 55 75 78 106 1 2 3 4 55 75 85 115 120 163 9 16 13 16 78 106 121 164 171 232 5 8 15 16 110 149 170 230 240 325 3 4 1 1 8 192 261 297 403 420 569 7 8 1 5 16 306 416 474 642 669 907 Lu 1 1 2 467 634 722 979 1020 1383 XY metric series Metric Bolt Head 10 11 TORQUE Nu Identification 2 CHART Metric Metric A Grade 8 8 Grade 10 9 Coarse Thread Fine Thread o Marking on Head Marking on Head Dee e wrench Metric 8 8 Metric 10 9 Metric 8 8 Metict0 9 Diameter Milimeters Size Nm bst Nm bst Nm bet Nm bet Milimeters 6x1 0 10mm 8 6 11 8 8 6 11 8 6x10 8 1 25 13 20 15 27 20 21 16 29 22 8x10 10x1 5 16mm 39 29 54 40 41 30 57 42 10x1 25 12x 1 75 18mm 68 50 94 70 75 55 103 76 12x1 25 14x2 0 21mm 109 80 151 111 118 87 163 120 14 1 5 16x2 0 24mm 169 125 234 173 181 133 250 184 16 1 5 18x2 5 27 mm 234 172 323 239 263 194 363 268 18 1 5 20 2 5 30 mm 330 244 457 337 367 270 507 374 20x15 22x25 34 mm 451 332 623 460 495 365 684 505 22x15 24x3 0 36 mm 571 421 790 583 623 459 861 635 24x20 30x3 0 46 1175 867 1626 1199 1258 928 1740 1283 30 x 2 0 Typical Washer Flat Washer Installations gt Lock Washer UN SW ts D Bolt Torque amp Size Charts Rev 3 28 2007 BOLT SIZE CHART NOTE Chart shows bolt threa
2. TS1680 Blade spindles 3 years Rust through 10 years Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product in the good faith opinion of WOODS has been subjected to improper operation improper maintenance misuse or an accident This Warranty does not apply in the event that the product has been materially modified or repaired by someone other than WOODS a WOODS authorized dealer or distributor and or a WOODS authorized service center This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear or normal maintenance items This Warranty also does not cover repairs made with parts other than those obtainable through WOODS This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a third party this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty WOODS makes no warranty express or implied with respect to engines batteries tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by WOODS Warranties for these items if any are provided separately by their respective manufacturers WOODS obligation under this Warranty is limited to at WOODS option the repair or replacement free of charge of the product if WOODS in its sole discretion deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this Warranty The product must be returned to WOODS with pr
3. SAFETY IS INVOLVED A m Do not operate equipment while under the influ ence of alcohol or drugs m Operate only in daylight or good artificial light m Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from equipment while engine is running Stay clear of all moving parts m Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements m Never allow riders on power unit or attachment m Before starting engine place drive levers in neutral position and disengage blade clutch m Operate tractor PTO at the RPM speed stated in Specifications section m Do not operate PTO during transport m Do not operate auxiliary hydraulics during transport m Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse m not operate on steep slopes m Do not stop start or change directions sud denly on slopes W Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain m Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation m Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction Turn off engine remove key inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation TRANSPORTATION m Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements m Never allow riders on power unit or attachment m Do not operate PTO during transport m Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain m A minimum 20 of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front w
4. WOODS ability to obtain materials or manufacture replacement parts No agent representative dealer distributor serviceperson salesperson or employee of any company including without limitation WOODS its authorized dealers distributors and service centers is authorized to alter modify or enlarge this Warranty Answers to any questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting Woods Equipment ALITEC Company BMP 2606 South Illinois Route 2 CENTRAL FABRICATORS Post Office Box 1000 GANNON Oregon IL 61061 800 319 6637 tel 800 399 6637 fax WAIN ROY www WaodsEquipment com WOODS F 3079 Rev 6 1 2007 WARRANTY Replacement Parts For All Models Except Mow n Machine Zero Turn Mowers and Woods Boundary Utility Vehicles Woods Equipment Company WOODS warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of delivery of the product to the original purchaser with the exception of V belts which will be free of defect in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product in the good faith opinion of WOODS has been subjected to improper operation improper maintenance misuse or an accident This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear or normal maintenance items This Warranty is extended solely
5. and remove belt from tractor PTO sheave m Before working underneath raise mower to highest position and block securely Blocking up prevents mower dropping from hydraulic leak down hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures m Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance A CAUTION m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head and respirator or filter mask where appropriate LUBRICATION Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts Be sure to clean fittings thoroughly before using grease gun Spindle Lubrication Figure 9 The three blade spindles may be lubricated without shield removal Lubricate each spindle with a light multi purpose grease every 8 hours of operation Figure 9 Spindle Lubrication Caster Lubrication Figure 10 Lubricate caster pivot and caster wheel every eight 8 hours of operation with a medium grade multi purpose type grease Figure 10 Caster Lubrication BLADE SERVICING A WARNING m Before working underneath raise mower to highest position and block securely Blocking up prevents mower dropping from hydraulic leak down hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures m Do not handle blades with bare
6. areas try the mowing pattern in Figure 3 Make a counter clockwise pass or two to discharge clippings away from bordering objects Then cut the lawn in half by mowing down the center Turn clockwise to the right at each end of the area over grass previously mowed 12 Operation 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 ee re nim il H 1 9 uet mc RHET IE Kye 2 14 o nm T1 ip ets I 8 I L4 U 4 Ss e i Figure 3 Suggested Mowing Pattern Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight forward whenever possible It is better to mow grass more often than too short Short grass deteriorates rapidly in hot weather and invites weed growth during growing sea sons Follow local recommendations for the suitable cutting height in your area A WARNING not operate or transport on steep slopes m Do not stop start or change directions sud denly on slopes m Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain m Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation NOTICE On extremely uneven terrain rear wheel weights should be used to improve traction The addition of rear tractor weight or liquid ballast in rear tires will increase tractor stability Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to prevent hanging up the tractor and mower Practice wil
7. determine the best mowing procedure Consider the height type of grass and the terrain type hilly level or rough A CAUTION WARNING Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction Turn off engine remove key inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation When engaging PTO the engine rpm should always be low Once engaged and ready to start mowing raise PTO speed to 1000 rpm and maintain throughout cut ting operation The condition of the terrain to be cut will determine the smoothness of the final results For best results mower blades should be kept sharp at all times and the plat form kept as level as possible When mower blades show excessive wear they should be replaced MOWING TECHNIQUES Mowing Speed Proper ground speed for mowing will depend on the height type and density of grass to be cut Normally m Inspect and clear area of stones branches or other hard objects that might be thrown causing injury or damage m Keep bystanders away from equipment m Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse m Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation When using the discharge chute mow with uncut grass to the right This will distribute clippings over the cut area Discharging clippings over uncut grass will cause a build up and may prevent uniform cutting For a professional touch in large open
8. is set up properly before delivering it to the cus tomer The following check list is a reminder of points to inspect Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition Check that shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Properly attach equipment to tractor and make all necessary adjustments Check all bolts to be sure they are correctly torqued Check that all cotter pins and safety pins are properly installed Lubricate all grease fittings check to make sure a small amount of grease comes out of seal Check that blades have been properly installed Check mower attitude and belt alignment DELIVERY CHECK LIST Dealer s Responsibility Show customer how to make adjustments Explain importance of lubrication and show lubri cation points to customer Point out all safety features of the equipment Explain the importance and meaning of all safety decals and emphasize the potential hazards when not followed Present Operator s Manual and request that cus tomer and all operators read it before operating equipment Show customer the safe proper procedures to be used when mounting dismounting and storing equipment Explain to customer that when equipment is transported on a road or highway a Slow Moving Vehicle SMV sign should be used to provide adequate waming to operators of other
9. other means of tightening after use WARNING m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if damaged TRACTOR PREPARATION FIGURE 19 It is necessary to remove some tractor components Store them for later use Remove the sway chains PTO shield PTO protective cover and drawbar if tractor is equipped with one IDLER PULLEY INSTALLATION FIGURE 20 Install carriage bolt 36 through left slide plate of idler bracket 8 Place three washers 39 and V idler 5 over carriage bolt and secure with hex lock nut 37 Install carriage bolt 36 through right slide plate of idler bracket 8 Place belt guide 20 two washers 39 and V idler 5 over carriage bolt and secure with hex lock nut 37 Leave assembly loose until final belt adjustments are made Be sure belt clears guide 1 8 Step 1 YV N Figure 18 Belt Installation 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Assembly 25 e WIDTH BETWEEN TIRES Veldler Idler bracket 20 Belt guide 36 Carriage bolt 37 Hex lock nut 39 Washer Figure 20 Idler Pulley Installation IDLER BRACKET INSTALLATION See parts drawing on page 32 Figure 19 Rear View of Tractor Remove bolts holding muffler bracket to bottom of dif ferential housing just ahead of rear axle Remove rear PTO tractor shield Attach id
10. rides in bottom of pulley groove either belt or pulley is worn and must be replaced Frayed edges on cover Belt misaligned or belt rubbing guide Pulley misalignment Realign belt or guide Be sure belt doesn t rub any other part while running Inspect to ensure belt is running in center of backside idler Shim idler as necessary to align Belt rollover Pulley misalignment Damaged belt Foreign object in pulley grooves Worn pulley groove Realign pulley Replace belt Inspect all pulley grooves for rust paint or weld spots and remove Replace pulley Damaged belt Rollover high shock loads or installation damage Replace belt Belt breakage High shock loads Belt came off drive Avoid abusive mowing Avoid hit ting the ground or large obstruc tions Check drive alignment for foreign material in grooves Ensure proper tension Avoid hitting solid objects or ground Check belt for damage by laying it flat on floor If belt does not lie flat has humps or twists which indicates broken stretched cords it must be replaced 22 Troubleshooting 244 Rev 7 29 2005 ASSEMBLY DEALER SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of this mower is the responsibility of the WOODS dealer The mower should be delivered to the owner completely assembled lubricated and adjusted for normal cutting conditions These instructions are for mounting the mower o
11. the equipment facing the direction of forward travel Blade rotation viewed from the top of the cut ter is counter clockwise for center and right blade crossbars and clockwise for left crossbar 4 Introduction 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 SAFETY RULES A ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED A Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products Unfortunately our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an operator s single careless act In addition to the design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident preven tion are dependent upon the awareness concern judgement and proper training of personnel involved in the operation transport maintenance and storage of equipment It has been said The best safety device is an informed careful operator We ask you to be that kind of operator TRAINING m Safety instructions are important Read all attachment and power unit manuals follow all safety rules and safety decal information Replace ment manuals are available from dealer or in the United States and Canada call 1 800 319 6637 Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death m If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance see your dealer m Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an emergency m Operators must be instructed in and be c
12. to the original purchaser of the product Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a third party this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty WOODS obligation under this Warranty is limited to at WOODS option the repair or replacement free of charge of the product if WOODS in its sole discretion deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this Warranty The product must be returned to WOODS with proof of purchase within thirty 30 days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered routed through the dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made transportation charges prepaid WOODS shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the product THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY WOODS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND WOODS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses damages or expenses arising directly or indirectly from the product whether such claim is based upon breach of co
13. 1 Cotter pin 31 12 mm x 25 mm Metric bolt 34 1 2 x 2 Clevis pin Figure 17 Lift Chain Installation BELT INSTALLATION FIGURE 18 One of the major causes of belt failure is improper installation Before a new belt is installed check pulley shafts and bearings for wear Check pulley grooves for cleanliness and be sure they turn freely and with only slight wobble If grooves require cleaning use a cloth moistened with non flammable non toxic degreasing agent or commercial detergent and water Avoid excessive force during installation Do not use tools to pry belt into pulley groove Do not roll belt over pulleys to install This can cause hidden damage and premature belt failure Always loosen idler pulleys prior to belt installation The belt may be completely installed with the mower mounted on tractor However it is easier to install belt on mower deck with mower detached Remove belt shields Step 1 Insert belt in bottom right hand groove of center pulley and route around left pulley Step 2 Bring belt back to center pulley and insert in middle groove and thread around right pulley Step 3 Route belt to center pulley and insert in top groove and pull to rear Belt installation will be completed after mower is attached to tractor as described on page 27 24 Assembly 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 NOTICE m new belt will wear into pulley grooves and it may be necessary to move mower ahead or use
14. 2 NC Flanged hex lock nut 1 2 x2 Clevis pin 1 2 x 5 8 x 1 1 16 Sleeve HT 5 8 NC X 2 1 4 Carriage bolt 5 8 NC Hex lock nut 5 8 Standard flat washer 5 8 x 1 1 2 Clevis pin 5 8 x 1 3 4 Clevis pin Standard hardware obtain locally 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Parts 33 BLADE SPINDLE ASSEMBLY REF PART QTY DESCRIPTION 1 5089 2 1 06x20x 44Seal 2 4114 1 27 32 x 1 1 16 x 1 7 16 Sleeve 3 4115 1 3 16 x 1 1 8 Spring pin 4 4107 2 Bearing cone 5 4106 2 Bearing cup 6 4117 1 Spindle housing with cups 7 1972 1 1 4 28 Tapered thread grease fitting 8 28897 1 Spindle shaft HT with left hand thread Standard hardware obtain locally 34 Parts 1642 Rev 11 8 2007 LEAF MULCHER OPTIONAL REF PART DESCRIPTION 7080 1 L59 Leaf mulcher complete 1 1 Leaf mulcher attachment 2 23218 3 8 Schedule 40 pipe 5 8 long 3 7076 2 Angle lug 4 839 3 8 NC x 1 HHCS GR5 REF PART 5 976 6 838 7 565 8 835 DESCRIPTION 3 8 NC x 1 1 2 HHCS 3 8 Standard lock washer 3 8 Standard flat washer 3 8 NC Hex nut plated Standard hardware obtain locally 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Parts 35 REF PART A 29750 1 12240 2 4181 3 29746 4 29747 5 12296 6 19703 7 29875 8 29368 9 15 21020 16 12169 17 838 18 835 19 22240 20 29479 21 765 2 Sines POTES CASTER ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION Right and left caster bundle includes mou
15. 826 DESCRIPTION Spindle blade and wrench Left side skid Front roller complete optional Front roller bearing and rod Left front roller bracket Right front roller bracket 1 8 Safety pin 3 16 x 1 Cotter pin 1 4 NC x 1 HHCS GR5 1 4 Standard lock washer 3 8 NC x 3 4 Carriage bolt 3 8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt 3 8 Standard lock washer 3 8 NC Hex nut plated 3 8 NC Flanged hex lock nut 1 2 NF x 1 HHCS GR5 1 2 NC x 1 1 4 HHCS GR5 1 2 NC x 2 HHCS GR5 1 2 Extra Heavy lock washer 1 2 NC Heavy hex nut 1 2 NC Flanged hex lock nut P Standard hardware obtain locally DESCRIPTION Spindle lock wrench Shoulder washer 2 1 4 dia CCW 20 1 4 Medium suction blade standard or CCW 20 1 4 Low suction blade optional 5 8 Standard flat washer 5 8 x 1 3 4 x 14 GA Cup washer 5 8 NC x 1 1 2 Nylok HHCS HT left hand threads CCW blade bolt amp washer kit includes items 4 5 amp 6 Standard hardware obtain locally 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Parts 31 MOUNTING ASSEMBLY ve 3Ovd 33s SLHYd ANS XAISWASSY H31SVO 3 13 1dWOO HO IVNOILdO 3HV SH31SVO 6 LHOIY NO 6L WALI 1331NO 81 WALI 1nd Sez1 30 v4 HaMOW VLOGNY NO 310N X18Wassv 9NIMVHG IWY H4 NIV 33S BER p H3TIOH 2 SF Nid AL3VS TIVLSNI H3MOM SSIVY H3MON LNOHLIM L417 LNIOd 3SN OL 3hvu4 HOLOVE
16. ATION m You may not be able to stop the tractor safely if the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms are improp erly adjusted allowing them to contact mower components m When the mower lift stops are installed as instructed in this manual properly adjusted clutch and brake pedal mechanisms will not contact mower components You should frequently check that the tractor clutch and brake pedal mechanisms are in adjustment m the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms can contact mower components do not put mower into service until properly adjusted m Do not put mower into service unless either dis charge chute or side shield is installed and in good condition Replace if damaged m Keep bystanders away from equipment m Never go underneath equipment lowered to the ground or raised unless it is properly blocked and secured Never place any part of the body under neath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off Hydraulic system leak down hydraulic system failures mechanical failures or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect edly and cause severe injury or death Follow Oper ator s Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work done by a qualified dealer m Never direct discharge toward people animals or property L59 Mower Safety Rules Rev 4 7 2006 Safety 5 SAFETY RULES A ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR
17. L WOLLOS O1 1108 AVM 3IAVS NI HOLOVHIL 30 5 1H9IH OL S130 vH8 ONY SNIVHO TIVLSNI HOLOVHI 3GIS 1437 NO NMOHS 3HV S130 VH8 1311 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 32 Parts REF PART 1 6673 2 28930 3 6696 5 4336 6 4335 6095 20990 18327 10 18335 1481 12 4001 13 20993 14 18186 15 18241 16 18245 17 18336 18 29747 19 29746 20 23636 2 1256 Nyaan ar r ee en s MOUNTING ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION 2 0 Twist link chain 78 Lift bracket assembly Chain idler V Groove idler sheave with bearing 4 5 OD V Groove idler sheave without bearing 262610 x 1 85 OD Ball bearing Idler bracket Lift angle 7 GA x 1 3 4 x 2 9 16 Lift lug Sheave 9 40 1B P1 P1 1 3 8 Splined bushing Rear belt shield V Belt W165 Push channel with clevis bar Crosswise rear support Caplug 1 1 16 121D SAE thread Left caster arm assembly optional Right caster arm assembly optional V Belt guide 3 16 x 1 Cotter pin REF PART 22 18270 28 14562 25 12169 26 2688 27 64824 28 5762 29 835 30 838 31 23599 32 639 33 11900 34 409 35 3504 36 5079 37 6239 39 692 40 4097 4 410 DESCRIPTION 3 16 Safety pin 5 16 NC x 1 HHCS GR5 8 8 NC x 1 1 4 HHCS GR5 1 8 Safety pin 3 8 NC x 1 1 2 Carriage bolt full thread 3 8 NC x 3 1 4 Open eyebolt 3 8 NC Hex nut plated 3 8 Standard lock washer 12mm x 1 25P x 25mm HHCS 1 2 NC x 2 1 2 HHCS GR5 1
18. United States and Canada call 1 800 319 6637 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Safety 9 OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine depends on it being operated within the limitations as explained in this manual Be familiar with and follow all safety rules in the manual on the mower and on the tractor The safe operation of this mower is the responsibility of the operator who must be properly trained The opera tor should be familiar with the equipment and all safety practices before starting operation Read the safety information on page 5 through page 9 This mower is designed for lawn and grass mowing and is equipped with suction type blades for best results Optional blades are available for varying soil and grass types Refer to the Optional Equipment sec tion for additional information Recommended tractor ground speed for most condi tions is from 2 to 5 mph Always operate tractor PTO at 1000 rpm amp WARNING m Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment m Keep bystanders away from equipment m Before performing any service or maintenance lower mower to ground or block securely turn off tractor engine remove key set parking brake and remove belt from tractor PTO sheave m Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance A CAUTION m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to a
19. WOODS ROTARY MOWER L59KR17 1 For use on Kubota L175 amp L225 tractors equipped with SFL 22 ROPS 51642 i Tested Proven Unbeatable OPERATOR S MANUJ TO THE DEALER Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods dealer Read manual instructions and safety rules Make sure all items on the Dealer s Pre Delivery and Delivery Check Lists the Operator s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner The dealer must complete the Product Registration included with the Operator s Manual The customer must sign the registration which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed The dealer is to return the prepaid postage portion to Woods give one copy to the customer and retain one copy Failure to complete and return this card does not diminish customer s warranty rights TO THE OWNER Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment The information presented will prepare you to do a better and safer job Keep this manual handy for ready reference Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate Replacement manuals can be obtained from your dealer To locate your nearest dealer check the Dealer Locator at www WoodsEquipment com or in the United States and Canada call 1 800 319 6637 Th
20. Zero Turn Mowers and Woods Boundary Utility Vehicles Please Enter Information Below and Save for Future Reference Date Purchased From Dealer Model Number Serial Number Woods Equipment Company WOODS warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship Except as otherwise set forth below the duration of this Warranty shall be for TWELVE 12 MONTHS COMMENCING ON THE DATE OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER Woods backhoe models BH70 X BH80 X and BH90 X are warranted for two 2 years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser The warranty periods for specific parts or conditions are listed below Part or Condition Model Number Warranted Duration from date of delivery to the original purchaser BWI260 BW1800 E years BB48X BBOOX BB72X BBOOOX BB720X BBS40X BBG000X BB7200X BB8400X DS1260 DSO1260 DS1440 TS1680 BW126 2 BW180 2 Gearbox PHD25 PHD35 PHD65 PHD95 2162 3240 0596 DS120 RCC42 550 2 components RM660 2 RM990 3 PRD6000 PRD7200 PRD8400 7144RD 2 9180RD 2 5 years 9204RD 2 S15CD S20CD 22CD S25CD 827CD 6 years 3 years 1 year if used in rental or RDC54 RD60 RD72 commercial applications 5502 _RM660 2 RM990 3 PRD6000 PRD7200 PRDS400 7144RD 2 9180RD 2 9204RD 2 BB600 BB720 BB840 BB6000 BB7200 BBS400 BW126 2 BWI80 2 BW1260 BW1800 2162 3240 DS1260 0501260 DS1440
21. al with spring up toward center of housing Place seal squarely on housing and select a piece of pipe or tubing with an OD that will set on outside edge of seal A tubing with an OD that is too small will bow seal cage Carefully press seal into housing preventing distortion to metal seal cage Seal should seat firmly and squarely against machined shoulder in housing Make sure seal lip did not roll under Distortion to seal cage or damage to seal lip will cause seal to leak Damaged seals must be replaced Carefully press top seal in with spring up away from center of housing Top seal should be flush with to 1 16 above housing Lubricate spindle with a medium grade grease Rotate housing on spindle shaft checking for free movement Blade Spindle Installation Install spindle through bottom of mower and install four mounting bolts Be sure to position grease fittings toward lubrication access areas Blade Spindle Pulley Installation Insert bolts through unthreaded holes in bushing and start into threaded holes of pulley Install pulley split taper bushing and key to spindle shaft Set pulley dimension see Figure 14 from top of mower frame and alternately tighten bushing bolts Continue alter nate tightening sequence until assembly is tight and all bolts are torqued to 12 Ibs ft SPLIT TAPER BUSHING de 2 11 16 LET cac Left Center Right Figure 14 Belt Pulley Height Adjustme
22. apable of the safe operation of the equipment its attach ments and all controls Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instruc tions m Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment PREPARATION m Check that all hardware is properly installed Always tighten to torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid entanglement in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head m Make sure attachment is properly secured adjusted and in good operating condition m Remove accumulated debris from this equip ment power unit and engine to avoid fire hazard m Make sure all safety decals are installed Replace if damaged See Safety Decals section for location m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if dam aged m A minimum 20 of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position Without this weight tractor could tip over causing personal injury or death The weight may be attained with a loader front wheel weights ballast in tires or front tractor weights Weigh the tractor and equipment Do not estimate m Inspect and clear area of stones branches or other hard objects that might be thrown causing injury or damage OPER
23. d sizes and corresponding head wrench sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5 6 3 8 1 2 o000Q0 100 125 150 175 o000040 Metric Bolt Thread Sizes 8MM 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM ABBREVIATIONS Agriculture American Society of Agricultural amp Biological Engineers formerly ASAE American Society of Agricultural Engineers Automatic Transmission Fluid British Standard Pipe Parallel British Standard Pipe Tapered Male Constant Velocity Counter Clockwise Clockwise Mega Pascal Newton National Coarse National Fine National Pipe Straight Mechanical National Pipe Tapered National Pipe Tapered Swivel Female O Ring Boss Male Pitch Power Beyond Pounds per Square Inch Power Take Off Quick Disconnect Right Hand Roll Over Protective Structure Revolutions Per Minute Right society of Automotive Engineers Unified Coarse Unified Fine Unified Special Grade 5 Hex Head Cap Screw Heat Treated ROP Joint Industry Council 37 Degree Flare RPM Left Hand Left Meter UNC Millimeter UNF Male UNS 38 Appendix Bolt Torque amp Sze Charts Rev 3 28 2007 ASSEMBLY Attaching Mower to Tractor 27 Belt Alignment 27 Belt Installation 24 Belt Shield Installation 29 Belt Tension 28 Channel Arm Installation 24 Crosswise Support Installation 24 Dealer Set Up Instructi
24. e equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and satisfactory use Like all mechanical products it will require cleaning and upkeep Lubricate the unit as specified Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment For service your authorized Woods dealer has trained mechanics genuine Woods service parts and the necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs Use only genuine Woods service parts Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for safe and satisfactory operation Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces provided Model Date of Purchase Serial Number see Safety Decal section for location Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts Throughout this manual the term NOTICE is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment The terms CAUTION WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety Alert Symbol a triangle with an exclamation mark to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal A injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING Indicates a ha
25. ecautions Keep all shields in place and in good condition Operate mower from tractor seat only M Lower mower stop engine and remove key before dismounting tractor Allow no children or untrained persons to operate equipment m Do not transport towed or semi mounted units over 20 mph FAILURE TO OPERATE SAFELY CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH SERIAL NUMBER PLATE Equipment Company Binos USA ROTATING BLADES AND THROWN OBJECTS Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running Before mowing clear area of objects that may be thrown by blade m Keep bystanders away Keep discharge chute and gisrda Tn place and in good con BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 534258 8 Safety 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 SAFETY amp INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED A Replace Immediately If Damaged 6 PN 23376 CAUTION ALWAYS USE 1000 RPM PTO SPEED BE CAREFUL Use a clean damp cloth to clean safety decals Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer high pressure water can enter through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing them to peel or come off Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer To locate your nearest dealer check the Dealer Locator at www WoodsEquipment com or in the
26. erial Grass wet Rear of cutter too low trapping material under cutter Reduce ground speed but main tain full rpm at tractor PTO or make two passes over material Raise mower for first pass Lower to desired height for second and cut at 90 to first pass Raise rear of mower high enough to permit material to discharge but not so high that conditions listed above occur Allow grass to dry before mowing Slow ground speed of tractor but keep engine running at full PTO RPM Cutting lower will help Adjust cutter height and attitude Erratic mower operation mower slows down without tractor engine slowing Belt slippage See Belt Trouble Shooting 224 Rev 7 29 2005 Troubleshooting 21 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Belt slippage Belt too loose Mower overloading material too tall or heavy Oil on belt from over lubrication Belt hung up or rubbing Belt or pulleys worn out Adjust belt tension Reduce tractor ground speed but maintain full PTO rpm Cut mate rial twice one high pass then mow at desired height Cut a par tial swath Be careful not to over lubricate Clean lubricant from belt and pul leys with a clean rag Replace oil soaked belt Check belt for free travel in pul leys and belt guides Check under mower and around blade spindle shafts for wire rags or other for eign material Clean all material from under mower If the belt
27. ers do not come in contact with any part of tractor Should any interference occur readjust lift chains m Be sure lift chains do not interfere with drive belt see Figure 2 m Always raise mower off casters when backing and turning at the same time to prevent casters from locking up on front tractor tires SIDE SKID ADJUSTMENT With cutting height set adjust side skids to within 1 2 of the ground Side skids should be adjusted 1 2 higher than casters when they are used to set cutting height Never operate mower with weight on both skids Properly adjusted side skids are designed to carry mower over uneven ground and minimize scalp ing MOWER ATTITUDE Position front of mower level with or slightly below the rear to provide closer cutting Mowing with the front end high will produce ragged cuts with a scalloped look excessive shredding and will require extra power Attitude will be adjusted with the rear end low when using the leaf mulcher See instructions on page 27 for attitude adjustment PRE OPERATION CHECK LIST OWNER s RESPONSIBILITY Review and follow safety rules and safety decals on page 5 through page 9 Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition Replace if needed Check that all shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if needed Check that all hardware is properly installed and secured Mower vibration tends to loosen bolts during opera
28. ev 11 8 2007 Introduction 3 SPECIFICATIONS Cutting Width Cutting Height Range Blade Speed RPM Blade Tip Speed feet per minute Blade Spindles Number of Blades Caster Wheels Tractor PTO Speed RPM Mower Frame Thickness EE E 1 5 5 2410 12 778 GENERAL INFORMATION The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operat ing and maintaining your mower Read it carefully It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance These instructions have been compiled from exten sive field experience and engineering data Some information may be general in nature due to unknown and varying operating conditions However through experience and these instructions you should be able to develop procedures suitable to your particular situ ation The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing but due to possible inline production changes your machine may vary slightly in detail We reserve the right to redesign and change the machines as may be necessary without notification WARNING m Some illustrations in this manual show the cutter with safety shields removed to provide a better view The cutter should never be operated without necessary safety shielding Throughout this manual references are made to right and left directions These are determined by standing behind
29. from equipment while engine is running Stay clear of all moving parts m Before performing any service or maintenance lower mower to ground or block securely turn off tractor engine remove key set parking brake and remove belt from tractor PTO sheave m Before working underneath raise mower to highest position and block securely Blocking up prevents mower dropping from hydraulic leak down hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures m Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance A CAUTION m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head and respirator or filter mask where appropriate BLADE SPINDLE REPAIR Spindle repair requires special skills and tools If your shop is not properly equipped or your mechanics are not trained in this type of repair you may be time and money ahead to use a new spindle assembly Periodically inspect blade spindles by grasping pulley moving from side to side and up and down If end play or wobble is noted replace or repair Rotate spindle If it feels rough indicating bad ings replace or repair Bearing adjustment is main tained by drilling a hole through the sleeve and spindle shaft and inserting a roll pin For reference grease fi
30. hands Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Owner Service 17 A CAUTION m Frequently check blades They should be sharp free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened Remove mower from tractor and locate for easy access to bottom and top of mower Secure to prevent mower from falling Inspect blades before each use to determine that they are tight and in good condition Replace any blade that is bent excessively nicked worn or has any other damage Small nicks can be ground out when sharpen ing Blade Removal Figure 11 Wedge a block of wood between blade and mower housing or install blade wrench over spindle pulley bolts to prevent spindle from rotating while removing bolts Loosen Nylok blade bolt which has left hand threads Remove bolt 6 cup washers 5 flat washer 4 and blade 3 Shoulder washer 2 will not normally come off machine unless intentionally removed Blade Installation Figure 11 Excessive blade slipping can cause the cup washers to burn and lose their clamping force If this happens the cup washers must be replaced Inspect cup washers before installation and replace if necessary Install shoulder washer 2 if removed small end up Position blade 3 with cutting edge leading in counter clockwise rotation as viewed from the top of the mower Install flat washer 4 cup washers 5 and special Nylok bolt 6 wh
31. he risk of thrown objects do not raise mower higher than necessary COMMENCING MOWING DANGER m Do not put mower into service unless either dis charge chute or side shield is installed and in good condition Replace if damaged A WARNING m Keep bystanders away from equipment m Never direct discharge toward people animals or property m Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from equipment while engine is running Stay clear of all moving parts ground speed will range from two to five miles per hour Tall dense grass should be mowed at low speeds while thin medium height grass can be cut at a faster ground speed Always operate PTO at 1000 rpm when mowing This is necessary to maintain proper blade speed to pro duce a clean cut Under certain seasonal conditions front tractor tires or casters may roll some grass down and prevent it from being cut at the same height as the surrounding area When this occurs reduce the tractor ground speed but keep PTO rpm at 1000 The slower ground speed will permit grass to at least partially rebound and be cut In general lower mowing heights give a more even cut with less tendency to leave tire tracks Mowing Tips Extremely tall grass should be mowed twice Cut grass higher on the first pass Cut the second time at desired height at 90 to the first pass Remember sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and use less power Before mowing analyze the area to
32. heels when attachments are in transport position Without this weight tractor could tip over causing personal injury or death The weight may be attained with a loader front wheel weights ballast in tires or front tractor weights Weigh the tractor and equipment Do not estimate m Do not operate or transport on steep slopes m Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs MAINTENANCE m Before performing any service or maintenance lower mower to ground or block securely turn off tractor engine remove key set parking brake and remove belt from tractor PTO sheave m Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo nents in any way m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid entanglement in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head m Never go underneath equipment lowered to the ground or raised unless it is properly blocked and secured Never place any part of the body under neath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off Hydraulic system leak down hydraulic system failures mechanical failures or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect edly and cause severe injury or death Follow Oper ator s Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have wo
33. ich has left hand threads Torque bolt to 170 Ibs ft A CAUTION 1 4 N 525 4 Flat washer 5 Cup washer 6 Special Nylok bolt hand threads 1 Blade wrench 2 Shoulder washer 3 Blade Figure 11 Blade Installation amp Removal Blade Sharpening Figure 12 Always sharpen both cutting edges of each blade at the same time the same amount to maintain balance Follow the original sharpening pattern as shown Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge but leave a 1 32 to 1 16 blunt edge Do not sharpen back side of blade MAINTAIN CORNER FOLLOW ORIGINAL PATTERN m Use new Nylok blade bolt and cup washers when you replace the blade Do not substitute any bolt for the special blade bolt It is self locking meeting the non loosening requirements for this application m Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades Substitute blades may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous Figure 12 Blade Sharpening 18 Owner Service 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 DEALER SERVICE The information in this section is written for dealer ser vice personnel The repair described herein requires special skills and tools If your shop is not properly equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained in this type of repair you may be time and money ahead to replace complete assemblies A WARNING m Keep hands feet hair and clothing away
34. ide discharge chute may by used in place of the left side shield for mowing in heavy material Mount the shields or discharge chute with 3 8 x 1 bolts 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Assembly 23 1 Discharge chute 2 Side shield 3 Side skid Figure 15 Side Skids Side Shield amp Discharge Chute Installation CROSSWISE SUPPORT INSTALLATION Attach crosswise support to mower deck welded lug forward Insert spacer bushing into hole Insert bolt through deck and slide support onto bolt and attach with nut 1 Crosswise support 2 Spacer bushing 3 Keyhole brackets 4 Caplug 5 Lift chain Figure 16 Crosswise Support Installation CHANNEL ARM INSTALLATION Refer to parts drawing page 32 Attach push channels 12 to mower and secure with clevis pins 13 and safety pins 40 Pin crosswise rear support 15 between push channels and secure with clevis pins 13 and safety pins 40 Secure center of crosswise rear support to mower with bolt 52 sleeve 16 and flange lock nut 55 After belt is installed pin rear of channel arms to idler bracket with clevis pins 14 and safety pins 40 LIFT CHAIN INSTALLATION FIGURE 17 Install chain idlers 3 to front lift bracket 2 with clevis pin 34 and cotter pin 21 Attach front lift bracket assembly to tractor clutch housing with metric bolts 81 Front lift bracket Chain idler 21 3 16 x
35. ife With mower level and cutting height set check belt alignment Belt alignment is accomplished by adjusting idler pul leys First align drive pulleys with idler pulleys Check with a straightedge see Figure 23 Alternately tighten bolts on taper lock bushing to secure drive pulley in proper alignment Continue to alternate tightening sequence until assembly is tight and all bolts are torqued to 12 Ibs ft Recheck drive pulley to idler pulley alignment Alignment tolerances are shown in Figure 24 thru Fig ure 29 The best idler alignment is shown in Figure 24 amp Figure 27 However it is not always possible to achieve Alignment may be set within the tolerances given but the left idler must always be at least 1 higher than the right 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Assembly 27 Figure 27 Best Possible Alignment for Right Idler J Figure 29 Maximum Right Idler Should be Lowered BELT TENSION FIGURE 30 Set belt tension using a spring scale or other force measuring device Remove left belt shield and attach Scale between the center and left pulleys Apply between three and four pounds of force Belt deflection should measure 5 16 for normal conditions Tension may be increased if necessary to prevent belt from slip ping in heavy mowing conditions When checking tension without a force measuring device the belt when prope
36. l improve your skills in maneuvering rough terrain Avoid sudden starts and stops when traveling up or down hill Always mow down steep slopes never up or across the face Slow down on sharp tums and slopes to prevent tip ping or loss of control DISCHARGE CHUTE amp SIDE SHIELD A DANGER m Do not put mower into service unless either dis charge chute or side shield is installed and in good condition Replace if damaged A WARNING m Never direct discharge toward people animals or property A side shield and discharge chute are provided for the left side Use the side shield for normal mowing The discharge chute may be used to replace the side shield in very heavy mowing conditions 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Operation 13 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT A WARNING m Make sure attachment is properly secured adjusted and in good operating condition m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if damaged m Before working underneath raise mower to highest position and block securely Blocking up prevents mower dropping from hydraulic leak down hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failure A CAUTION Casters Casters are used to adjust and maintain cutting height Front Roller m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protecti
37. lected which allows for sufficient lift Once the correct chain link is selected raise mower until no com ponent is closer than 1 4 to tractor Set the upper stop of the tractor hydraulic control lever at this point With the lift height set side to side leveling adjustment can be made by adjusting the 3 8 hex nuts on each lift angle 9 Tighten hex nuts when adjustment is com plete A CAUTION m Failure to properly adjust hydraulic control lever stops may result in damage to tractor and mower 10 Operation 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Without Optional Casters With lift height set and mower leveled lower mower to desired cutting height and set lower lift control stop This allows the mower to be raised when necessary then lowered back to a pre set cutting height With Optional Casters Caster adjustment is accomplished by placing axle in upper or lower hole in yoke or by moving spacers to top or bottom of pivot shaft With lift height set and mower leveled lower mower on caster wheels at desired cutting height and set lower lift control stop Proper setting of the lower lift stop will prevent chain from contacting belt and other mower components Excess chain can be cut off after final adjustment is made MAINTAIN CHAIN amp CLEARANCE IN OPERATING POSITION Figure 2 Chain Clearance from Drive Belt NOTICE m Whenever adjustments are made with casters carefully raise mower to ensure cast
38. ler bracket 8 to tractor where shield was removed Secure to tractor with hard ware removed with shield Secure front four holes in idler bracket to tractor with metric cap screws 31 In the rear two holes place muffler clamp against idler bracket and secure to trac tor with metric cap screws Tighten all hardware securely DRIVE PULLEY INSTALLATION FIGURE 21 Remove paint from center hole of drive pulley 4 Insert splined bushing 2 and key 3 into pulley Insert bushing bolts 1 through unthreaded holes in bushing and start into threaded holes in pulley Slide bushing and pulley onto tractor PTO shaft 5 Bushing will be flush with end of PTO shaft when properly aligned Do not tighten bolts into pulley until belt is aligned see Belt Alignment page 27 26 Assembly 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Splined bushing Key Drive pulley Tractor PTO m Figure 21 Drive Pulley Installation ATTACHING MOWER TO TRACTOR Position mower under tractor If a lifting device is not available the mower frame is strong enough to back the tractor over mower Use care to prevent damage to painted surface of mower Place wood blocks in front of mower and behind tractor tires Drive forward over mower to remove from tractor MOWER ATTITUDE FIGURE 22 Position front of mower level with or slightly below the rear to provide closer cutting Mowing with the front end high will produce ragged cuts with a sca
39. lloped look excessive shredding and will require extra power For best mowing results dimension A should not be more than 1 2 higher and never lower than dimension B except when using the leaf mulcher attachment Dimension is set by adjusting casters gauge wheels or lift chains Dimension A is set by raising or lowering push chan nel arms in idler bracket Figure 22 Mower Attitude Adjustment NOTICE m Any adjustment to either dimension will require adjustment to the other Check cutting height and attitude by placing a straight edge along the outside edge of mower frame as shown Measure from bottom edge of straightedge at the front and rear at least 32 apart The front measurement should be approximately 1 2 lower than the rear The blade is 4 5 8 below mower frame To determine cutting height measure the distance from bottom of straightedge to the ground and subtract 4 5 8 When checking cutting height be sure to take mea surements on both sides of mower Be sure mower is level from side to side using these measurements This may be changed by adjusting the eyebolt in the rear lift lug Cut off excess approxi mately 18 on each chain after mower is properly adjusted BELT Belt Alignment Belt alignment and tension should be set at the same time Read both the alignment and tensioning sections before attempting either Improper tension or alignment will affect bett l
40. n hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures m Disengage power to implement Lower to ground the 3 point hitch and all raised compo nents Operate valve levers to release any hydrau lic pressure Stop engine set parking brake and remove key before dismounting tractor or perform ing any service or maintenance WARNING m Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance CAUTION m Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head and respirator or filter mask where appropriate Optional equipment such as front roller leaf mulcher or blades should be installed before the mower is mounted on tractor It is easier to install casters after mounting mower Refer to Optional Equipment Installa tion page 14 for instructions MOWER PREPARATION Attach side skids to outer rail with 3 8 x 1 bolts Final adjustment of skids will be necessary when mowing height is established Refer to page 11 for skid adjust ment Side Shield or Discharge Chute A DANGER m Do not put mower into service unless either dis charge chute or side shield is installed and in good condition Replace if damaged Attach side shields to the right and left sides of mower The baffled shield fits the left side A s
41. n trac tors equipped with Kubota SFL 22 ROPS Set up the mower as received from the factory with these instructions Complete the check lists on page 29 when it is set up Select a suitable working area to assemble mower Open the accompanying parts box and lay parts out to make location easy Refer to the illustrations in the text parts lists and exploded view drawings This mower is shipped partially assembled Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assembled before tightening hardware Recommended torque values for hardware are given on page 37 WARNING m A minimum 20 of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position Without this weight tractor could tip over causing personal injury or death The weight may be attained with a loader front wheel weights ballast in tires or front tractor weights Weigh the tractor and equipment Do not estimate m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if damaged m not put this equipment into service unless all side skids are properly installed and in good condi tion Replace if damaged m Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from equipment while engine is running Stay clear of all moving parts m Before working underneath raise mower to highest position and block securely Blocking up prevents mower dropping from hydraulic leak dow
42. ntil machine is securely blocked or placed in lowest position and system pressure is released by operating valve levers m Wear gloves when installing belt Be careful to prevent fingers from being caught between belt and pulley STORAGE m Block equipment securely for storage m Keep children and bystanders away from stor age area L59 Mower Safety Rules Rev 4 7 2006 Safety 7 SAFETY amp INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED Replace Immediately If Damaged 1 PN 19007 FALLING OFF CAN RESULT IN BEING RUN OVER Tractor must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS CAB and seat belt Keep foldable ROPS systems in locked up position at all times Buckle Up Keep seat belt securely fastened Allow no rider RAISED EQUIPMENT CAN DROP AND CRUSH Before working underneath follow all instructions and safety rules in operator s manual and securely block up all corners of equipment with jack stands Securely blocking prevents equipment dropping from hydraulic leak down hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures FALLING OFF OR FAILING TO BLOCK SECURELY CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH SUA 5 PN 18869 DANGER SHIELD MISSING DO NOT OPERATE PUT SHIELD 3 2 PN 18877 WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read Operator s Manual available from dealer and follow all safety pr
43. nting hardware Caster yoke 1 2 hole 25 32 x 1 x 1 2 HT Sleeve Right caster arm assembly shown Left caster arm assembly 1 4 28 Straight grease fitting 15 32 8 1 2 Caster wheel with sleeve 3 4 x 1 1 8 Flange bearing for wheel 1 2 x 3 4 x 3 3 8 sleeve Straight 1 4 self tap grease fitting 1 4 x 1 1 4 Spirol pin 3 8 NC x 1 1 4 HHCS 3 8 Standard lock washer 3 8 NC Hex nut plated 3 4 x 1 3 16 x 10 GA Washer 1 2 NC x 5 HHCS GR5 1 2 NC Hex lock nut Standard hardware obtain locally 36 Parts 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 BOLT TORQUE CHART Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific application Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly All torque values are given to specifications used on hardware defined by SAE J1701 MAR 99 amp J1701M JUL 96 SAESERIES SAE Bolt Head D a TORQUE Identification pral me 4 CHART SAE Grade 2 SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 No Dashes Radial Dashes 6 Radial Dashes MARKING ON HEAD Diameter Wrench SARE
44. ntract breach of warranty negligence strict liability in tort or any other legal theory Without limiting the generality of the foregoing Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to i lost profits business revenues or goodwill ii loss of crops iii loss because of delay in harvesting iv any expense or loss incurred for labor supplies substitute machinery or rental or v any other type of damage to property or economic loss This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect WOODS ability to obtain materials or manufacture replacement parts No agent representative dealer distributor service person salesperson or employee of any company including without limitation WOODS its authorized dealers distributors and service centers is authorized to alter modify or enlarge this Warranty Answers to any questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting Woods Equipment ALITEC Company 2606 South Illinois Route 2 CENTRAL FABRICATORS Post Office Box 1000 Oregon IL 61061 GANNON 800 319 6637 tel BILL 800 399 6637 fax WAIN ROY www WoodsEquipment com WOODS F 8494 Rev 6 23 2005 Woods Equipment Company 2606 South Illinois Route 2 Post Office Box 1000 Oregon Ilinois 61061 USA 800 319 6637 tel 800 399 6637 fax gt 17 www WoodsEquipment com 62007 Woods Equipment Company rights reser
45. nts A WARNING m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if damaged 20 Dealer Service 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 TROUBLESHOOTING MOWING CONDITIONS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Grass cut lower in center of swath than at edge Height of cutter lower at rear or front Loose blade Adjust cutter height and attitude so that cutter rear and front are within 1 2 of same height See instructions Check clamping cup washers Replace if fiat or not holding Grass cut lower in center of swath than at edge Height of mower lower at rear than at front Loose blade Adjust mower height and attitude 50 that mower rear and front are within 1 2 of same height Check clamping cup washers Replace if flat or not holding Streaking conditions in swath Conditions too wet for mowing blades unable to cut that part of grass pressed down by path of tractor tires gauge rollers or cast ers Dull blades Loose blade Allow grass to dry before mowing Slow ground speed of tractor but keep engine running at full PTO Cutting lower will help Under some conditions it is impossible to pick up and cut grass pressed down by tires Sharpen or replace blades Check clamping cup washers Replace if flat or not holding Material discharges from mower unevenly bunches of material along swath Material too high and too much mat
46. ons 23 Delivery Check List 29 Drive Pulley Installation 26 Idler Bracket Installation 26 Idler Pulley Installation 25 Lift Chain Installation 24 Mower Attitude 27 Mower Preparation 23 Side Shield or Discharge Chute 23 Side Skids 23 Pre Delivery Check List 29 Tractor Preparation 25 DEALER SERVICE Blade Spindle Repair 19 Assembly 20 Disassembly 19 Installation 20 Pulley Installation 20 Removal 19 GENERAL Abbreviations 38 Bolt Size Chart 38 Bolt Torque Chart 37 General Information 4 Introduction 2 Obtaining Replacement Manuals 2 Specifications 4 Table of Contents 3 Warranty Product 40 Replacement Parts 41 INDEX OPERATION Commencing Mowing 12 Cutting Height Adjustment 10 With Optional Casters 11 Without Optional Casters 11 Discharge Chute amp Side Shield 13 Mower Attitude 11 Mowing Techniques 12 Mowing Speed 12 Mowing Tips 12 Pre Operation Check List 11 Side Skid Adjustment 11 Starting amp Stopping Mower 12 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Blades 14 Caster Installation 15 Casters 14 Front Roller 14 Front Roller Installation 15 Leaf Mulcher 14 Leaf Mulcher Installation 15 OWNER SERVICE Blade Servicing 17 Installation 18 Removal 18 Sharpening 18 Lubrication 17 Caster 17 Spindle 17 SAFETY Safety amp Instructional Decals 8 9 Safety Rules 5 Safety Symbols Explained 2 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting 21 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Index 39 WARRANTY All Models Except Mow n Machine
47. oo long to allow leaf mulcher to center over blades substitute 3 8 flat washers as spacers Drill four 7 16 holes in mower deck using holes in leaf mulcher as a template Insert 3 8 x 1 bolts 10 through these holes and secure with a lock washer 4 and nut 3 Tighten all hardware attaching leaf mulcher to mower Tum each blade by hand and check to be sure you have at least 1 8 clearance between blade tip and mulcher ring Should a blade contact a mulcher ring reshape ring as necessary 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Optional Equipment 15 Spacer Leaf mulcher 3 8 Nut 3 8 Lock washer 3 8 Flat washer Baffle bracket Center baffle 9 3 8 Lock nut 10 3 8 x 1 Bolt 11 Angle lug 12 3 8 x 1 1 8 Bolt 13 Side shield NOgpens 7 16 HOLES Figure 8 Optional Leaf Mulcher Installation 16 Optional Equipment 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators who possess basic mechanical skills Should you need help your dealer has trained service technicians avail able For your protection read and follow all safety information in this manual A WARNING m Keep hands feet hair and clothing away from equipment while engine is running Stay clear of all moving parts m Before performing any service or maintenance lower mower to ground or block securely turn off tractor engine remove key set parking brake
48. oof of purchase within thirty 30 days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered routed through the dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made transportation charges prepaid WOODS shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the product THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY WOODS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED AND WOODS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses damages or expenses arising directly or indirectly from the product whether such claim is based upon breach of contract breach of warranty negligence strict liability in tort or any other legal theory Without limiting the generality of the foregoing Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to i lost profits business revenues or goodwill ii oss of crops ii loss because of delay in harvesting iv any expense or loss incurred for labor supplies substitute machinery or rental or v any other type of damage to property or economic loss This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect
49. p and drive cups into housing until they seat against machined shoulder of housing Place bottom bearing cone onto spindle shaft with taper positioned to mate with cup Press onto shaft and seat on bottom shoulder of shaft Insert shaft and bearing through bottom of housing Fill housing cavity with a medium grade grease Install top bearing on shaft to mate with top cone Apply a thin coat of Permatex to shaft area where sleeve will seat Install sleeve on shaft and press sleeve and bearing into housing until all free play is removed and there is a very light drag on bearings similar to adjusting front wheel bearings on an auto mobile Check by spinning spindle It should tum freely Be careful not to overtighten bearings Proper bearing adjustment is essential to good bearing life Should you overtighten bearings hold spindle housing and rap spindle shaft with a lead hammer Place a rag over bearings to protect them and drill a 3 16 hole 9 32 down from top of sleeve and drive roll pin through sleeve and shaft to hold bearing adjust ment Make sure roll pin does not extend past outer diameter of sleeve on either side NOTICE m Improper positioning of seals can cause seal damage Proper seal installation is important An improperly installed seal will leak and could cause bearing failure Pull the rubber portion of seal back and locate spring Lightly coat area of housing where seals seat with Per matex Install bottom se
50. rk done by a qualified dealer m Make sure attachment is properly secured adjusted and in good operating condition m Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments service or maintenance m Make certain all movement of equipment com ponents has stopped before approaching for ser vice m Frequently check blades They should be sharp free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened m Use a new Nylok blade bolt and cup washers when you replace the blade Do not substitute any bolt for the special blade bolt It is self locking meeting the non loosening requirements for this application m Do not handle blades with bare hands Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury m Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades Substitute blades may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous 6 Safety L59 Mower Safety Rules Rev 4 7 2006 SAFETY RULES A ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED A m Tighten all bolts nuts and screws to torque chart specifications Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condition before putting unit into service m Make sure all safety decals are installed Replace if damaged See Safety Decals section for location m Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition Replace if dam aged m Do not disconnect hydraulic lines u
51. rly set should feel very tight Cycle belt through at least two revolutions after any adjustment before checking tension These belts are very strong and need to be adjusted very tightly Belts are more likely to be damaged by excessive slippage than from being overtightened L59 20 1 2 Figure 30 Proper Belt Tension NOTICE m Belt must not rub deck or crosswise support Minor tension adjustments are made by moving idler pulleys up or down Major tension adjustments are made by moving mower deck forward or rearward 28 Assembly 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 NOTICE m Make sure front or rear tires do not rub on mower m Alignment must be rechecked if it is necessary to move idler pulleys or the mower deck to get proper belt tension m Tension on a new belt should be readjusted every half hour for the first two hours and then checked every eight hours of operation BELT SHIELD INSTALLATION FIGURE 31 Insert shield bolt through drawbar bracket and secure with lock washer 4 and hex nut 5 Attach top of shield 3 to tractor top link and secure with clevis pin 1 and safety pin 2 1 Top link pin tractor hardware 2 Top link safety pin tractor hardware 3 Belt shield 4 3 8 Lock washer 5 8 8 NC Hex lock nut Figure 31 Belt Shield Installation DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE DELIVERY CHECK LIST Dealer s Responsibility Inspect the mower thoroughly after assembly to be cer tain it
52. s where side skids or casters will drop into depressions and allow the center of the mower to contact the ground and scalp When this occurs a front roller may be installed to minimize scalping OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Front Roller Installation 1 Front roller 5 Cotter pin 2 Roller and bearing 6 Carriage bolt 3 Right bracket 7 Locknut 4 Left bracket 8 Bearing Figure 6 Optional Front Roller Installation Place and secure mower in a vertical position to make front roller installation easier 14 Optional Equipment 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Four holes for mounting the front roller are provided in front center Mount the left and right roller brackets in these holes Hole patterns determine right and left brackets The left roller bracket should be installed with the highest hole to the rear and bracket angle extending left The right bracket should be installed with the highest hole to the rear of the rear and bracket angle extending right Attach brackets with 3 8 x 1 carriage bolts and flange lock nuts Insert rod through roller and install in rear bracket holes Secure each end of the rod with a 3 16 cotter pin Tum roller by hand to ensure it rolls freely Caster Installation Figure 7 Remove side skids Insert 3 8 x 1 1 4 bolts through frame rail as shown amp nd mount caster arm with the offset outward as shown Install side skid and secure with lock washer and nut Repea
53. t for opposite side Raise mower with tractor hydraulics very slowly check ing to make sure there is no interference between cast ers and tractor 1 Caster 2 Caster arm Figure 7 Optional Caster Installation Leaf Mulcher Installation Figure 8 Place mower upside down on saw horses or other sup ports Remove side shields 13 but do not remove side skids Remove front roller if installed Remove center baffle 7 and bracket 6 Rear baffle bracket should not be removed Store baffle and bracket for reinstallation when leaf mulcher is removed Measure 14 from the center slot in front of mower to each side and make a mark Measure 7 8 down from top of mower at these marks and drill a 7 16 hole at each mark Angle lugs 11 have a slot and hole Insert bolt 10 through hole and attach to leaf mulcher side bracket Place a flat washer 5 lock washer 4 and nut 3 on bolt but do not tighten Place leaf mulcher 2 over blades Align angle lugs 11 with third hole from front of frame rail of mower and install angle lug between side shields and mower frame rail Secure with bolts 10 and nuts 9 Use two flat washers 5 as spacers between rear hole of side shield 13 and mower frame rail Insert three bolts 12 with washers 5 through the existing hole and the ones you drilled in the front lip of mower Install a spacer 1 on each bolt between mower and leaf mulcher Should spacers be t
54. tion All hardware should be checked regu larly to maintain proper torque It is a good prac tice to check mower before each operation to ensure all bolts are secure Check to ensure blades are sharp and secure and cutting edge is positioned to lead in a counter clockwise rotation Check that equipment is properly and securely attached to tractor Inspect area and remove stones branches or other hard objects that might be thrown causing injury or damage Do not allow riders Lubricate all grease fitting locations Set tractor PTO at 1000 rpm Make sure tractor ROPS and seat belt are in good condition Keep seat belt securely fastened during operation Check cutting height and attitude adjustment Place tractor PTO and transmission in neutral before starting engine STARTING amp STOPPING MOWER A WARNING m Operate tractor PTO at 1000 rpm Power for operating the mower is supplied by the trac tor PTO Refer to your tractor manual for instructions on engaging and disengaging PTO Always operate PTO at 1000 rpm Leam how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Operation 11 Should mower become plugged causing belt to slip for over two seconds raise mower just enough to clear plug and continue running for at least two minutes allowing pulleys to cool Stopping the mower with belt in contact with a very hot pulley will bake and ruin belt To reduce t
55. tting is in top of housing Permatex Aviation Form A Gasket or equivalent is recommended as a sealant Removal Remove blade from spindle Remove belt from pulleys Disassemble split taper bushing located on top of pul ley by removing the two bolts and inserting them into the threaded holes of bushing flange Tighten them alternately to remove split taper bushing Remove key and pulley Disassembly Figure 13 Remove bolts attaching spindle to mower frame and remove spindle Drive roll pin out of sleeve and shaft Place spindle assembly in press and press the shaft down through housing Remove seals from housing Remove bearing cups from housing by placing a punch in slots provided and driving out Alternate punch posi tions from side to side Take care to prevent housing damage Seal Sleeve Roll pin Bearing Cup Spindle housing Grease fitting Spindle shaft a ee Figure 13 Blade Spindle Assembly 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Dealer Service 19 Blade Spindle Assembly Figure 13 Bearing cones and cups are designed to work together It is important to position them so bearing cone taper mates with cup taper Lubricate new cups with a light oil Place them in spin dle housing so they will mate with bearing cones Cups and cones are a press fit to minimize wear Seat cups securely with a press or place a large drift in the flat li
56. ve equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head and respirator or filter mask where appropriate OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE A leaf mulcher low suction blades extra suction blades a front roller and casters are offered as optional equipment for this mower Leaf Mulcher Bothersome leaf raking bagging or burning can be minimized by equipping your mower with a leaf mulcher attachment With this attachment your mower will dispose of leaves by quickly and thoroughly shred ding them The shredded matter will decompose and form humus The use of extra suction blades is recommended with the leaf mulcher It is also recommended that the leaf mulcher be removed for normal grass mowing Adjust mower with blades approximately 1 1 2 above ground and the front of the mower slightly higher than the rear Operate tractor at a slow ground speed and with the PTO at 1000 rpm Blades Low suction and extra suction blades are optional for this mower In sandy areas where abrasive action could cause excessive blade wear low suction blades are recommended Extra suction blades are designed to lift up fragile downed grasses for better cutting results They are also recommended for use with WOODS lawn vacuum and leaf mulcher attachments Figure 5 Front Roller Minimizing Scalping The front roller should be used when scalping occurs Side skids and casters effectively reduce scalping in most cases However you may encounter area
57. ved WOODS the Woods logo and Tested Proven Unbeatable are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company All other trademarks trade names or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respective companies or mark holders Specifications subject to change without notice
58. vehicles Make customer aware of optional equipment available so that customer can make proper choices as required 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 Assembly 29 MOWER FRAME ASSEMBLY 18 COMPLETE ENGLISH DECAL SET 18A FRENCH SAFETY DECAL SET 17 LEAF MULCHER 30 Parts 51642 Rev 11 9 2007 REF 1 2 3 4 18A PART 9701 25511 25510 23825KT 25997KT 26521 4141 25506 25507 18241 4097 410 18245 3504 5753 52311 6126 4227 3885 4226 Baw anasane ove Nooran MOWER FRAME ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION PART Frame only 23 x Left side shield with baffle jan A142 Right side shield 25 24650 Blade medium suction CCW 20 1 4 221089 Standard or 27 24587 Blade low suction CCW 20 1 4 28 24586 Optional or 40 2688 Side discharge chute 4 1256 Casters optional 42 10378 Right side skid 43 1985 Right belt shield 44 24597 Left belt shield 45 6697 Push channel with clevis bar 47 838 5 8 x 1 1 2 Clevis pin 48 835 5 8 x 1 3 4 Clevis pin 49 14350 Crosswise rear support 50 4119 1 2 x 5 8 x 1 1 16 HT Sleeve 51 6100 Leaf mulcher 52 3699 Complete english decal set or 53 855 French safety decal set 54 1093 3 9 PD H Sheave 3 groove 55 11900 H3 4 Straight bushing with bolts 3 16 x 3 16 x 1 1 4 Key 3 9 Sheave single groove BLADE ASSEMBLY REF PART 1 2974 2 4110 23825KT 25997KT 4 692 5 10635 6 10718 7 1015
59. void getting caught in moving parts Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes hair hands hearing and head and respirator or filter mask where appropriate m Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction Turn off engine remove key inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Mower cutting height may be raised lowered and maintained using tractor hydraulics and lift chains Optional caster wheels may be used to maintain cutting height Proper lift chain adjustment is essential for both cutting height control methods NOTICE m Tractor upper stop of hydraulic control lever must be set to prevent any part of mower from coming closer than 1 4 to the tractor or mower lift bracket when mower is in the fully raised position CUN 9 Lift Angle 10 Lift Lug 28 Eyebolt 29 3 8 Hex Nut Figure 1 Cutting Height Adjustment Attach lift angle 9 to tractor upper lift rock shaft arm Run a 3 8 hex nut 29 halfway down eyebolt 28 then assemble to lift angle with a second 3 8 hex nut Do not tighten hex nuts until final adjustments are made Hook chain 1 into slotted lift lug 10 Slip slotted lift lug over the end of open end eye bolt Repeat for opposite side making sure chains are untwisted and that the same chain link is inserted into the slotted lift lug Slowly raise mower to determine if correct chain link was se
60. zardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION ndicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT Is used to address practices not related to personal injury ALITEC NOTE Indicates helpful information BMP CENTRAL FABRICATORS GANNON Wwocscs WAIN ROY du rur FL RD WOODS 2 Introduction Gen Rev 7 20 2007 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 2 BPEQIPRUIONS LLL Une ERR S RERREMPEAFSRRSOSCRDIAF MEER RE 4 GENERAL 4 SAPETE BH senaRERPSAFREEQIPS RS EBEEATESAAAIRRRIUR ELE 5 SAFETY DECALS da een eoa e 8 OPERATION RA 10 OPTIONAL 14 OWNER teed 17 DEALER SERVICE pane cde mea ERR 19 THOUDUE SHOOTING La xe aie tr FER DEAE E tae UE XE ERR LIRE 21 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS hm eth mhnn 23 DEALER CHECK LIST PARTS LISTS BOLT TORQUE CHART 37 BOLT SIZE CHART amp ABBREVIATIONS iLEA EL INSTRUCTIVO Si no lee Ingles pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad This Operator s Manual should be regarded as part of the machine Suppliers of both new and second hand machines must make sure that this manual is provided with the machine 1642 R

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