Woods Equipment HC54, HC72, HC60, HC48 User Manual

HERITAGE

ROTARY CUTTER

HC48 HC54 HC60 HC72

MAN0670

(Rev. 8/29/2011)

TO THE DEALER:

Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods 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 online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Please contact your dealer to complete this form. Dealers can register all Woods product at dealer.WoodsEquipment.com under Product Registration.

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:

dealer. Read manual instructions

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.

2 Introduction

Gen’l (Rev. 3/5/2010)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

SAFETY VIDEO ORDER FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9

SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

DEALER CHECK LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

INDEX TO PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

(Rev. 6/27/2008)

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

Introduction 3

SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING

3-Point Hitch: HC48, HC54, HC60, HC72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 1 & 2

Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1" - 9"

Blade Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Number of Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heat Treated Alloy Steel

Blade Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CCW

Tractor PTO RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540

Universal Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 3

Side Frame Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Ga

Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4" x 16"

Cutting Width 48" 54" 60" 72"

Overall Width 52" 58" 64" 76"

Weight (Approximate) w/Shear Bolt 428 lbs 474 lbs 538 lbs 604 lbs

Weight (Approximate) w/Slip Clutch 439 lbs 485 lbs 549 lbs 615 lbs

Blade Speed (Feet per minute) 13,028 14,657 14,335 14,963

Gearbox 1:1.92 1:1.92 1:1.69 1:1.47

Recommended Maximum Tractor HP 15 - 40 15 - 40 20 - 50 20 - 50

GENERAL INFORMATION

 Some illustrations in this manual show the equipment with safety shields removed to provide a better view. This equipment should never be operated with any necessary safety shielding removed.

The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your cutter. 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

HC48

HC54 HC60 HC72

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 machine may vary slightly in detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the machines as may be necessary without notification.

Throughout this manual, references are made to right and left directions. These are determined by standing behind the equipment, facing the direction of forward travel. Blade rotation is counterclockwise as viewed from the top of the cutter.

4 Introduction

(Rev. 2/15/2008)

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

Free Mower Safety Video

Fill out and return the order form and we will send you a FREE VHS or DVD video outlining

Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety

Practices

. The 22 minute video, developed in cooperation with AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers), reinforces the proper procedures to follow while operating your mowing equipment. The video does not replace the information contained in the Operator’s Manual, so please review this manual thoroughly before operating your new mowing equipment.

Safety Training Does Make a Difference.

BE SAFE! BE ALERT! BE ALIVE! BE TRAINED

Before Operating Mowers!

ASSOCIATION OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS

Safety Video Order Form

Safety Video Order Form (8/2/2005)

Safety 5

Also, available from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers:

A large variety of training materials (ideal for groups) are available for a nominal charge from AEM. Following is a partial list:

● Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English

Contains: DVD & VHS (English)

Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English) AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English) AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English)

● Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English/Spanish

Contains: DVD & VHS (English/Spanish)

Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English/Spanish) AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English/Spanish) AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English/Spanish)

AEM training packages are available through:

AEM at:

or Universal Lithographers, Inc. Email: aem@ulilitho.com

800-369-2310 tel 866-541-1668 fax

www.aem.org



Free Mower/ Cutter Safety Video Order Form

3 (Select one)

VHS Format - VHS01052 Safety Video

Please send me

Name: ________________________________________ Phone: __________________

Address: _____________________________________

_____________________________________

Mower/Cutter Model: ______________________ Serial #: ________________________

Send to: ATTENTION: DEALER SERVICES

WOODS EQUIPMENT COMPANY

PO BOX 1000 OREGON IL 61061-1000 USA



DVD Format - DVD01052 Safety Video



6 Safety

Safety Video Order Form (Rev. 2/6/2006)

TRAINING

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.

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

 Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

 Before starting power unit, check all equipment driveline guards for damage. Replace any damaged guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drivelines, repair and replace bearings before putting equipment into service.

 Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.

 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.

Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)

 Inspect chain, rubber, or steel band shielding before each use. Replace if damaged.

 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.

 A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

 Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that might be thrown, causing injury or damage.

OPERATION

 Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.

(Safety Rules continued on next page)

Safety 7

(Safety Rules continued from previous page)

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

 Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.

• If this machine is not equipped with full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet (92 m).

• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing condition. and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

 Never direct discharge toward people, animals, or property.

 Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

 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.

 Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or

ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.

 Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power unit engine.

 Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.

 Do not operate PTO during transport.

 Look down and to the rear and make sure area

is clear before operating in reverse.

 Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

 Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-

denly on slopes.

 Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.

 Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.

It is possible for objects to ricochet

 Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.

 Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.

 Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

MAINTENANCE

 Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

 Before working underneath, disconnect driveline, raise cutter, and block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.

 Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its components in any way.

 Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

 Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.

 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

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Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)



SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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.

STORAGE

 Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.

 Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off ground. Raise cutter with 3-point hitch. Place blocks under cutter side skids. Lower cutter onto blocks. Disconnect cutter from tractor 3-point hitch and carefully drive tractor away from cutter.

(Rev. 5/3/2007)

Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)

Safety 9

1 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE

8 - PN 1006682

6 – PN 20106 RED REAR REFLECTOR 4.5"

MODEL NO. SER IAL NO.

Woods Equipment Company

Oregon, Illinois, U.S.A.

SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

ROTATING BLADES AND

 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 guards in place and in good condition.

BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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DANGER

THROWN OBJECTS

DANGER

ROTATING DRIVELINE

CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH

KEEP AWAY!

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT -

 All driveline guards, tractor and

equipment shields in place

 Drivelines securely attached at both

ends

 Driveline guards that turn freely on

driveline

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

1006682-A

(Rev. 2/15/2008)

7 - PN 1004114

10 - PN 33347

GUARD MISSING.

DO NOT OPERATE.

DANGER

33347E

DANGER

GUARD MISSING.

DO NOT OPERATE.

2 - PN 1006681

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.

SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

WARNING

 Be extremely careful handling various parts of the machine.

 Operate tractor controls from tractor seat only.

 Do not stand between tractor and implement when tractor is

 Make sure parking brake is engaged before going between

 Stand clear of machine while in operation or when it is being

CRUSHING AND PINCHING HAZARD

They are heavy and hands, fingers, feet, and other body parts could be crushed or pinched between tractor and implement.

in gear.

tractor and implement.

raised or lowered.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD

RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

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.

If shaft connection is visible, shield is missing. Replace shield before operating equipment.

1004114

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 riders.

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 from dropping from

hydraulic leakdown, hydraulic system failures or mechanical component failures.

FALLING OFF OR FAILING TO BLOCK SECURELY CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

(Rev. 2/15/2008)

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

WARNING

DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF

540 RPM

PTO speeds higher than 540 RPM can cause

equipment failure and personal injury.

1006681

Safety 11

OPERATION

DANGER

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the cutter. The operator must be properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor, and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 through page 11. Be sure to complete the Pre-Operation check list on page 17 before operating this cutter.

This standard-duty cutter is designed for grass and weed mowing and shredding.

Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is from 2 to 5 mph.

 Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must be installed when operating in populated areas or other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.

• If this machine is not equipped with full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet (92 m).

It is possible for objects to ricochet

with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

ATTACH CUTTER TO TRACTOR

 Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

 Keep bystanders away from equipment.

 Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.

 Make sure driveline will not bottom out at the

shortest length and that it has at least 1/3 overlap at the longest length.

 Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming operation.

TRACTOR STABILITY

 With cutter adjusted to transport position, set upper stop on tractor lift quadrant to prevent deck from hitting the driveline when being raised.

 Select a top link mounting pin (maximum length 3-5/8") that will allow floating link to swing freely through the cutter A-frame bars.

1. Attach tractor 3-point lift arms to the cutter hitch

pins and secure.

2. Attach tractor top link to cutter clevis using forward hole. Select a top link mounting pin that will allow floating link to swing freely through the cutter Aframe bars.

NOTE: You will need to adjust the top link; refer to Top Link Adjustment, page 13.

3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway

devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side during transport.

4. Adjust tractor drawbar so that it will not interfere with cutter or driveline.

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MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

Top Link Adjustment

1. Tractor top link

3. Floating link

5. A-Frame bars

6. Tractor top link bracket

3. Floating link

5. A-frame

6. Lift bars

7. 1/2 x 2-3/4 Spacer

8. 1/2 NC x 4 Cap screw

9. 1/2 NC Flange lock nut

10. 1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16 Sleeve

11. 1/2 NC x 5 Cap screw

12. .91 x 1.44 x 1.25 Sleeve

13. Cat 1 Mounting pin with hardware

Figure 2. Top Link Adjustment

NOTE: If you cannot level the cutter using the low-

est hole in the tractor’s top link bracket, move top link to the next hole and level the cutter.

QUICK HITCH ASSEMBLY (HC48 / HC54)

Refer to Figure 3

1. Remove brace arms (6), floating link (3), cap screw

(11), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) from hole on top of A-frame bars (5).

2. Remove hitch pins and place A-frame bars (5) in second holes. Install hitch pins and tighten at this time.

3. Attach open end of floating link (3) to hole in Aframe bars (5) and secure using cap screw (11), sleeve (10), and flange lock nut (9).

4. Attach closed end of floating link (3) to first hole in diagonal braces (6), use second hole for subcompact tractors. Secure using cap screw (8), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) supplied in hardware bag. Tighten all hardware and hitch pins.

1. Attach tractor top link (1) to lowest hole provided in the tractor’s top link bracket (6).

2. Attach rear portion of tractor top link to the first hole on the cutter floating link (3). Select a top link mounting pin that will allow the floating link to swing freely through the cutter A-frame bars (5).

3. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor top link until cutter is level in the raised position.

NOTE: Top hook on quick hitch will pick up on sleeve (10). Bottom quick hitch hooks will attach to cutter hitch pins. Category I hitch pins will require bushings (PN 38214) to be installed over hitch pins before connection to quick hitch.

5. Install sleeve (12) over hitch pins and secure with klick pin before connecting to quick hitch.

6. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor top link until cutter is level in the raised position.

(Rev. 7/4/2008)

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

Figure 3. Standard Hitch and Quick Hitch Configurations - HC48, HC54

Operation 13

Figure 4. Standard Hitch and Quick Hitch Configurations - HC60, HC72

3. Floating link

5. A-frame

6. Lift bars

7. 1/2 x 2-3/4 Spacer

8. 1/2 NC x 4 Cap screw

9. 1/2 NC Flange lock nut

10. 1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16 Sleeve

11. 1/2 NC x 5 Cap screw

12. .91 x 1.44 x 1.25 Sleeve

13. Cat 1 Mounting pin with hardware

QUICK HITCH ASSEMBLY (HC60 / HC72)

Refer to Figure 4.

1. Remove brace arms (6), floating link (3), cap screw

(11), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) from upper hole on A-frame bars (5).

2. Remove hitch pins and place sleeves in hole of diagonal braces. Install hitch pins and tighten at this time.

3. Attach open end of floating link (3) to second hole on top of A-frame bars (5). Secure using cap screw (11), sleeve (10), and flange lock nut (9).

4. Attach closed end of floating link (3) to diagonal braces (6). Secure using cap screw (8), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) supplied in hardware bag. Tighten all hardware and hitch pins.

5. Install sleeve (12) over hitch pins and secure with klick pin before connecting to quick hitch.

14 Operation

6. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor

top link until cutter is level in the raised position.

ATTACH CUTTER TO TRACTOR

Standard Hitch

1. Attach tractor 3-point arms to hitch pins and secure

with klik pins.

2. Attach tractor top link to the floating link and adjust as necessary. See Top Link Adjustment, page 13.

3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side.

Quick Hitch

1. Attach tractor 3-point arms to hitch pins and secure

with klik pins.

2. Attach tractor with the quick hitch to the cutter and secure according to the quick hitch manufacturer's instructions. Adjust tractor top link as necessary. See Top Link Adjustment, page 13.

3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side.

(Rev. 5/9/2008)

MAN0670 (11/16/2007)

DRIVELINE INSTALLATION (TRACTOR

WARNING

DP2

1-9/16"

DP3

PTO)

If driveline is too long, please follow the instructions for shortening the driveline.

SHORTEN DRIVELINE

 Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

To Install:

Pull locking collar back and at the same time push the driveline onto tractor PTO shaft until locking device engages.

To Remove:

Hold driveline into position, pull locking collar back, and slide driveline off tractor PTO shaft.

1. Move cutter up and down to get the shortest possible distance between tractor PTO shaft and gearbox input shaft.

2. Separate driveline into two halves and connect them to the tractor PTO and gearbox.

3. Place driveline halves parallel to one another to determine how much to shorten the driveline.

Figure 5. Lock Collar

DRIVELINE ADJUSTMENT

Attach the cutter to the tractor 3-point hitch (or quick hitch if available). Do not attach driveline. Raise and lower cutter to determine maximum and minimum distance between the tractor PTO shaft and the gearbox input shaft. If the distance is too large, the driveline will be too short for proper engagement. If distance is too

small, the driveline may bottom out in operation and damage the cutter or tractor.

The driveline length must be sufficient to provide at least 1/3 driveline length of engagement during normal operation. There must be at least 4 inches of engagement at the cutter’s lowest possible point of operation. Driveline must not bottom out when raised to the maximum height possible.

If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer for a longer driveline.

Figure 6. Drive Halves Placed Parallel

4. Measure from end of the upper shield to the base

of the bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-9/16" to dimension (A). See Figure 7.

Figure 7. Determine Shield Length

5. Cut the shield to the overall dimension.

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Figure 8. Cut Shield

DP4

DP5

WARNING

3" Desired cutting height + 5.5" Distance blade cutting edge is below deck = 8.5" Distance from top of deck to the ground

6. Place the cutoff portion of the shield against the end of the shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut the shaft.

2. Slowly lift cutter and observe driveline. If clearance between driveline and cutter deck is less than 1 inch, shorten top link or limit upper travel of lower hitch arms. Refer to tractor operator's manual for instructions.

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

 Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.

 Avoid low cutting heights. Striking the ground with blades produces one of the most damaging shock loads a cutter can encounter. Allowing blades to contact ground repeatedly will cause damage to cutter and drive.

1. Level cutter from side to side. Check by measuring

from cutter frame to the ground at each deck rail.

2. Adjust, using tractor 3-point arm leveling device.

NOTE: Keep the front of cutter slightly lower than

rear for best mowing.

Figure 9. Cut Shaft to Length

7. Repeat step 6 for the other half of the drive.

8. File and clean cut ends of both drive halves.

Do not use tractor if proper driveline engagement cannot be obtained through these methods.

Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locks driveline to PTO shaft.

NOTICE

 If attaching with quick hitch, the distance between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft will increase. Please follow the steps as you would for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement.

3. Control cutting height with tractor 3-point arms,

rear tailwheel adjustment.

4. To raise rear of cutter, move tailwheel arm down.

5. To raise front of cutter, raise tractor 3-point arms.

The cutting height is the distance between the blade and the ground. The blades are approximately 5.5" below the deck. To check cutting height, do the following:

a) Place a straight edge along top edge of deck.

b) Select a cutting height; as an example, for an

approximate cutting height of 3", set the center of the deck 8.5" above the ground:

c) Adjust the front-to-rear attitude, the rear should be

from 1/2" to 3/4" higher than the front.

DRIVELINE INTERFERENCE CHECK

1. Check for clearance between driveline and cutter

deck.

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Figure 10. Cutting Height Adjustment

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SHREDDING MATERIAL

WARNING

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For shredding, set the cutter lower at rear. Determine how much lower to set the rear by experimenting in different situations.

OPERATING TECHNIQUE

1. Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the

tractor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 rpm. Know how to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an emergency.

2. Engage PTO at a low engine rpm to minimize stress on the drive system and gearbox. With PTO engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 rpm and maintain throughout cutting operation.

Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with replacement fiber disc or a shear bolt. The slip clutch is designed to slip and the shear bolt will shear when excessive torsion loads occur.

3. Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the tractor engine. Use a slow ground speed for better shredding.

Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain and the material’s height, type, and density.

Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph. Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed; thin, medium-height material can be cut at a faster ground speed.

STORAGE

 Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY

___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety

decal instructions on page 7 through page 11.

___ Check that equipment is properly and securely

attached to tractor.

___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin

or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

___ Set tractor PTO at 540 rpm.

___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure

PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated.

___ Check to be sure gear lube runs out the small

check plug on side of gearbox.

___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and

secured.

___ Check that blades are sharp and secure and cut-

ting edge is positioned to lead in a counterclockwise rotation.

4. Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm to maintain proper blade speed and to produce a clean cut.

5. Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down some grass and prevent cutting at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 rpm. The lower ground speed will permit grass to rebound partially.

___ Check that shields and guards are properly

installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

___ Check cutting height, front-to-rear attitude, and

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