ROTARY MOWER
59C-2
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Tested. Proven. Unbeatable. |
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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 in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the Product Registration online at the Woods Dealer Website or complete the mail-in form included with the Operator’s Manual. If using the mail-in form, the dealer is to return the prepaid postage portion to Woods, give one copy to the customer, and retain one copy. Failure to register the product 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.
The 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.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 DEALER CHECK LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 BOLT SIZE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE BACK COVER REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER
GENERAL INFORMATION
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating 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 extensive 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 situation.
The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing but, due to possible inline production changes, your mower may vary slightly in detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the cutters as may be necessary without notification.
Throughout this manual, references are made to right and left directions. These are determined by standing behind the mower facing the direction of forward travel.
!LEA 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.
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SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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 prevention 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
Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement manuals and safety decals are available 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.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.
Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an emergency.
Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.
Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
PREPARATION
Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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.
Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Remove accumulated debris from this equipment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.
Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
OPERATION
You may not be able to stop the tractor safely if the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms are improperly adjusted, allowing them to contact mower components.
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.
If the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms can contact mower components, do not put mower into service until properly adjusted.
Do not put mower into service unless discharge chute is installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power unit engine.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
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59C-2 Safety Rules (Rev. 6/22/2007)
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.
TRANSPORTATION
Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Do not operate PTO during transport.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate auxiliary hydraulics during transport.
Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
MAINTENANCE
Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its components in any way.
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.
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 unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath and blocking requirements or have work done by a qualified dealer.
Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.
Make certain all movement of equipment components has stopped before approaching for service.
Frequently check blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury.
Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades. Substitute blades may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
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.
Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Wear gloves when installing belt. Be careful to prevent fingers from being caught between belt and pulley.
STORAGE
Block equipment securely for storage.
Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.
59C-2 Safety Rules (Rev. 6/22/2007)
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
1 - PN 19007
2 - PN 53425
DANGER
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.
Keep bystanders away.
Keep discharge chute and guards in place and in good condition.
BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
53425-B
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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 United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
4 - PN 18877
WARNING
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:
Read Operator's Manual (available from dealer) and follow all safety precautions.
Keep all shields in place and in good condition.
Operate mower from tractor seat only.
Lower mower, stop engine and remove key before dismounting tractor.
Allow no children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
Do not transport towed or semi-mounted units over 20 mph.
FAILURE TO OPERATE SAFELY
CAN RESULT IN
INJURY OR DEATH.
18877-C
5 - PN 18868 
DANGER
SHIELD MISSING
Do not operate.
Put shield on.
18868-B
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18869-B
7 - PN 23376
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OPERATION
AWARNING
■Do not allow children or unqualified persons to operate equipment.
■Keep bystanders away from equipment while it is in operation.
ACAUTION
■Stop mower and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation.
■Alway wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hands, hearing and head.
MOWING GRASS
Woods model 59, L59, and L306 series mowers are equipped with suction-type blades which make them ideal for finish mowing large areas of lawn. The machine should be run level when mowing, and the uncut area should be kept to the left side (right side on left-handed machine). This prevents a small windrow that might otherwise occur.
Streaking
With certain types of grass and under certain seasonal conditions, the front caster wheels may roll the grass down enough that it will not come all the way back up and will not be cut as short as the surrounding area. This may appear to be a streak left by the spindle, but it is not. The only solution, under these conditions, is to carry the weight of the machine on the lift chains with the caster wheels adjusted up so they carry the weight when riding a high ridge or high spot.
TRACTOR OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Operate the tractor at full governed rpm when doing normal mowing. If the forward speed is too high, a lower gear can be used.
Height Adjustment (Without Casters)
The mower is raised or lowered and the mowing height is maintained by the tractor hydraulic system.
Set the hydraulic control lever stop for the desired mowing level. Adjust the side skids so that they just
clear the ground. The side skids will minimize scalping by lifting the mower over bumps.
Height Adjustment (With Casters)
The mower may be raised off the casters at any time by the tractor lift system, but regulate mowing height with caster height. On 59 and L59 mowers, adjust mowing height by transferring spacers from below the caster mounting bracket to above it or vice versa and by moving wheel up or down in holes in wheel yoke.
On 59CL, etc., raise mower before backing up (because of lack of clearance between mower casters and front wheels of tractor).
Attitude Adjustment (Figure 1)
The Woods rotary mower can be adjusted to ride level at various cutting heights by adjusting the rear of the machine up or down in the mounting bracket holes. After changing the height of the rear of the mower, always check the alignment of the belt from the idlers forward. If the belt is out of line, move the entire mower forward or back in the side adjustment holes or adjust idlers as necessary to make the belt run true. The side adjustment holes are also for additional belt take up in case belt adjustment is used on the idlers. It is very important to run the belt as much in line as possible at all times.
Lubrication
Lubricate the blade spindle shafts with SAE 80 or 90EP gear lube every 24 hours of operation until some oil is forced out around the top of the shaft. If machine is equipped with casters, grease occasionally to keep the powdered metal bearing well lubricated. The V-belt idlers have sealed ball bearings and do not need lubricating. On mowers using chain drive and jackshaft, keep chain well oiled and grease jackshaft every 24 hours of operation.
V-Belts
Belts should be adjusted so that they are tight enough to hold the power of the tractor when mowing. The mowers for IH Cub tractors are designed so that as the mower is raised above the mowing position, the belt slackens. This is to prevent excessive load on the tractor PTO pilot bearings when the tractor motor is operated with PTO disengaged. Thus, on Cub tractors, the operator should avoid adjusting the drive belt so tight that the slackening off effect is eliminated. On other tractors, to prevent belt from jumping off, the belt
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should be adjusted so that it is snug but not tight when mower is raised.
When belt replacement is necessary, use only belts recommended by Woods dealers. These are of special construction for shock loading and severe use.
SIDE DISCHARGE & DISCHARGE CHUTE
Both side shield and a discharge chute are provided for discharge end of mower (left end on white mower frames and right end on yellow frames). The side cover shield should be used on light mowing and when mowing areas where other persons may be present. The discharge chute is used in heavy mowing to allow easier escape of cut material. Always use either side shield or discharge chute.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Two caster wheels are available for mounting on the front of the mower. These will gauge the mowing height very accurately. The leaf mulcher disposes of leaves quickly and economically. It returns valuable organic material to the soil.
NOTE: To do a satisfactory job of leaf mulching, the mower should be adjusted so blades are about 1-1/2" above ground and the back of the mower slightly lower than the front. The mower should be run at full RPM with tractor in first or second gear.
MOWER SPINDLE ASSEMBLIES
Mower spindles are equipped with two tapered roller bearings. The proper adjustment is held by a spring pin. It is not intended that these bearings be adjusted during their useful life. When difficulty is experienced with the mower spindle assembly, time and trouble will be saved by buying a completely new spindle assembly.
However, if bearings must be adjusted, the spring pin can be driven out, the sleeve pulled loose, and a washer shim placed under the sleeve to tighten the bearings.
SERVICING CUTTING BLADES
Blades are made of heat-treated alloy steel and are designed to produce the most satisfactory results. For a good mowing job, always keep blades sharp.
NOTE: On left hand models (L - White Frame) the blade bolts have left-hand threads.
Model 59 Mower
(This mower does not have friction blade clutch.) The bolt which is used to fasten the blade to the mower spindle shaft has a nylon insert to prevent it from back-
ing out too easily. Do not substitute an ordinary bolt. When replacing the blade, tighten the bolt tight enough so that the blade will not slip.
HOW TO SOLVE BELT PROBLEMS
Assemble as shown on mower decal. If not installed correctly, more twist will result than is allowable.
Belt whip is caused by belt misalignment unless mower is driven by a rough-running or 2-cylinder engine.
Proper position: Adjust mower forward and back to such a position that the rear take-up idlers are near the bottom of their slots when the belt lines up with the proper groove in the center pulley and is tight. Never run the idlers high in the slots as this will cause misalignment.
It is assumed that the mower is adjusted to run approximately level. If the front of the mower is down, the idlers will have to be raised. If the back of the mower is down, the idlers will have to be down further. Belts must be in proper alignment with sheave grooves as shown in Figure 2 and Figure 3.
PTO pulleys must be moved in or out to cause the belt to be in alignment with the idlers.
Belt Tension: Run belts very tight. Present belt designs are much stronger than we are accustomed to and will stand more tension. Slipping will heat and ruin a belt but tension is not harmful. You can minimize the amount of change in belt length as mower is raised and lowered by keeping the rear idlers adjusted to a low position.
Figure 1. Use of Straight Edge (Side View)
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