ROTARY MOWER
L59KR17-1
For use on Kubota L175 & L225 tractors
equipped with SFL-22 ROPS
Tested. Proven. Unbeatable.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
DEALER CHECK LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE BACK COVER
!
LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO!
Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a
alguien que si lo lea para que le
traduzca las medidas de seguridad.
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
Introduction 3
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SPECIFICATIONS
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60"
Cutting Height Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5" - 5"
Blade Speed (RPM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,410
Blade Tip Speed (feet per minute). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12,778
Blade Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Number of Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Caster Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Optional
Tractor PTO Speed (RPM). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,000
Mower Frame Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Gauge
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.
■
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 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.
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.
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
4 Introduction
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SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
„ Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
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.
„ Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-
aged.
In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
„ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when
judgement, and proper training of personnel
attachments are in transport position. Without this
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal
and storage of equipment.
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.
It has been said “The best safety device is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that
kind of operator.
„ Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
TRAINING
„ 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.
OPERATION
„ 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.
„ 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 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 attach-
ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instruc-
tions.
„ 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 either dis-
charge chute or side shield is installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
„ Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
PREPARATION
„ 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.
„ 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 entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head.
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
„ Remove accumulated debris from this equip-
„ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.
or property.
L59 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 4/7/2006)
Safety 5
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SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
„ Do not operate equipment while under the influ-
„ Do not operate or transport equipment while
ence of alcohol or drugs.
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
„ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
MAINTENANCE
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
„ 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.
„ Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
„ Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-
nents in any way.
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
„ Before starting engine, place drive levers in
neutral position and disengage blade clutch.
„ 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.
„ Operate tractor PTO at the RPM speed stated in
“Specifications” section.
„ Do not operate PTO during transport.
„ 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.
„ Do not operate auxiliary hydraulics during
transport.
„ Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
„ Do not operate 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.
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
„ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
TRANSPORTATION
„
Make certain all movement of equipment com-
ponents has stopped before approaching for ser-
vice.
„ Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
„ Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
„ Do not operate PTO during transport.
„ 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.
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain.
„ 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.
„ 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.
„ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
L59 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 4/7/2006)
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SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
and system pressure is released by operating
valve levers.
„ 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.
„ Wear gloves when installing belt. Be careful to
prevent fingers from being caught between belt
and pulley.
„ Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
STORAGE
„ Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-
aged.
„ Block equipment securely for storage.
„ Keep children and bystanders away from stor-
„ Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until machine
is securely blocked or placed in lowest position
age area.
L59 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 4/7/2006)
Safety 7
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
2 - 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
3 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE
1 - PN 19007
MODEL NO.
SERIAL NO.
Woods Equipment Company
Oregon, Illinois, U.S.A.
4 - PN 53425
DANGER
ROTATING BLADES AND
THROWN OBJECTS
ꢀDo not put hands or feet under or into mower when
5 - PN 18869
engine is running.
ꢀBefore mowing, clear area of objects that may be
DANGER
SHIELD MISSING
thrown by blade.
ꢀKeep bystanders away.
DO NOT OPERATE - PUT SHIELD ON
ꢀ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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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
BE CAREFUL!
6 - PN 23376
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
States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
Safety 9
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OPERATION
The designed and tested safety of this machine
NOTICE
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.
■ 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.
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.
1. Hook Chain
9. Lift Angle
10. Lift Lug
„ Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
28. Eyebolt
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
29. 3/8" Hex Nut
Figure 1. Cutting Height Adjustment
„ 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.
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.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
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.
CAUTION
„ 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.
Slowly raise mower to determine if correct chain link
was selected 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.
„ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
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.
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.
„ Failure to properly adjust hydraulic control lever
stops may result in damage to tractor and mower.
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
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end high will produce ragged cuts with a scalloped
look, excessive shredding, and will require extra power.
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.
Attitude will be adjusted with the rear end low when
using the leaf mulcher. See instructions on page 27 for
attitude adjustment.
With Optional Casters
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
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.
(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
operation. 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.
Figure 2. Chain Clearance from Drive Belt
___ Inspect area and remove stones, branches or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
NOTICE
■ Whenever adjustments are made with casters,
carefully raise mower to ensure casters do not
come in contact with any part of tractor. Should any
interference occur, readjust lift chains.
___ Do not allow riders.
___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations.
___ Set tractor PTO at 1000 rpm.
■ Be sure lift chains do not interfere with drive
belt (see Figure 2).
___ Make sure tractor ROPS and seat belt are in
good condition. Keep seat belt securely fastened
during operation.
■ Always raise mower off casters when backing
and turning at the same time to prevent casters
from locking up on front tractor tires.
___ Check cutting height and attitude adjustment.
___ Place tractor PTO and transmission in neutral
before starting engine.
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.
STARTING & STOPPING MOWER
■ 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. Learn how to stop tractor and mower
quickly in case of an emergency.
MOWER ATTITUDE
Position front of mower level with, or slightly below, the
rear to provide closer cutting. Mowing with the front
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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 the risk of thrown objects, do not raise
mower higher than necessary.
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.
COMMENCING MOWING
„ Do not put mower into service unless either dis-
charge chute or side shield is installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
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.
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and
use less power.
„ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
Before mowing, analyze the area to determine the best
mowing procedure. Consider the height, type of grass
and the terrain type (hilly, level or rough).
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
„ Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing
injury or damage.
„ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.
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.
„ Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
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.
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 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.
MOWING TECHNIQUES
Mowing Speed
Proper ground speed for mowing will depend on the
height, type and density of grass to be cut. Normally,
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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 will 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 turns and slopes to prevent tip-
ping or loss of control.
Figure 3. Suggested Mowing Pattern
DISCHARGE CHUTE & SIDE SHIELD
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.
„ Do not put mower into service unless either dis-
charge chute or side shield is installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
„ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
„ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.
„ Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes.
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.
„ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
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OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Casters
Casters are used to adjust and maintain cutting height.
Front Roller
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
„
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
■ 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.
Figure 4. Scalping Without Front Roller
Figure 5. Front Roller Minimizing Scalping
„ 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.
The front roller should be used when scalping occurs.
Side skids and casters effectively reduce scalping in
most cases. However, you may encounter areas 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 AVAILABLE
A leaf mulcher, low-suction blades, extra-suction
blades, a front roller, and casters are offered as
optional equipment for this mower.
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
Front Roller Installation
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 6. Optional Front Roller Installation
Place and secure mower in a vertical position to make
front roller installation easier.
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Four holes for mounting the front roller are provided in
front center. Mount the left and right roller brackets in
these holes.
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.
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.
Remove front roller if installed.
The right bracket should be installed with the highest
hole to the rear of the rear and bracket angle extending
right.
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.
Attach brackets with 3/8 x 1" carriage bolts and flange
lock nuts.
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.
Insert rod through roller and install in rear bracket
holes. Secure each end of the rod with a 3/16" cotter
pin. Turn roller by hand to ensure it rolls freely.
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.
Caster Installation (Figure 7)
Remove side skids.
Insert 3/8 x 1-1/4" bolts through frame rail as shown
and mount caster arm with the offset outward as
shown. Install side skid and secure with lock washer
and nut. Repeat for opposite side.
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.
Raise mower with tractor hydraulics very slowly, check-
ing to make sure there is no interference between cast-
ers and tractor.
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 too 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.
Turn 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.
Figure 7. Optional Caster Installation
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1. Spacer
2. Leaf mulcher
3. 3/8" Nut
4. 3/8" Lock washer
5. 3/8" Flat washer
6. Baffle bracket
7. 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
Figure 8. Optional Leaf Mulcher Installation
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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.
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
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.
„ 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.
■ 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.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
„ 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.
Figure 10. Caster Lubrication
BLADE SERVICING
LUBRICATION
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts. Be
sure to clean fittings thoroughly before using grease
gun.
■ 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.
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.
„ Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless
or improper handling may result in serious injury.
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„ 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.
1. Blade wrench
2. Shoulder washer
3. Blade
4. Flat washer
5. Cup washer
6. Special Nylok bolt
w/left hand threads
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.
Figure 11. Blade Installation & Removal
Blade Sharpening (Figure 12)
Always sharpen both cutting edges of each blade at
the same time, the same amount, to maintain balance.
Install shoulder washer (2), if removed, small end up.
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.
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) which has left hand threads. Torque bolt
to 170 lbs-ft.
„ 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.
„ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Figure 12. Blade Sharpening
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DEALER SERVICE
The information in this section is written for dealer ser-
Removal
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.
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)
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Remove bolts attaching spindle to mower frame and
remove spindle.
„ 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.
Drive roll pin out of sleeve and shaft.
Place spindle assembly in press and press the shaft
down through housing.
Remove seals from housing.
■ 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.
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.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
„ 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.
1. Seal
2. Sleeve
3. Roll pin
4. Bearing
5. Cup
6. Spindle housing
7. Grease fitting
8. Spindle shaft
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 bear-
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 fitting is in top of housing.
Permatex® Aviation Form-A-Gasket or equivalent is
recommended as a sealant.
Figure 13. Blade Spindle Assembly
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of seal. A tubing with an OD that is too small will bow
seal cage.
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.
Carefully press seal into housing, preventing distortion
to metal seal cage. Seal should seat firmly and
squarely against machined shoulder in housing.
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.
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.
Seat cups securely with a press or place a large drift in
the flat lip and drive cups into housing until they seat
against machined shoulder of housing.
Carefully press top seal in with spring up away from
center of housing. Top seal should be flush with, to
1/16" above, 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.
Lubricate spindle with a medium grade grease. Rotate
housing on spindle shaft, checking for free movement.
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.
Blade Spindle Installation
Install spindle through bottom of mower and install four
mounting bolts. Be sure to position grease fittings
toward lubrication access areas.
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 turn
freely.
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 lbs-ft.
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
■ Improper positioning of seals can cause seal
damage.
Proper seal installation is important. An improperly
installed seal will leak and could cause bearing failure.
Figure 14. Belt Pulley Height Adjustments
Pull the rubber portion of seal back and locate spring.
Lightly coat area of housing where seals seat with Per-
matex. Install bottom seal with spring up toward center
of housing.
„
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Place seal squarely on housing and select a piece of
pipe or tubing with an OD that will set on outside edge
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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
Adjust cutter height and attitude
so that cutter rear and front are
within 1/2" of same height. See
instructions.
Loose blade
Check clamping cup washers.
Replace if flat or not holding.
Grass cut lower in center of swath
than at edge
Height of mower lower at rear
than at front
Adjust mower height and attitude
so that mower rear and front are
within 1/2" of same height.
Loose blade
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
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Slow ground speed of tractor but
keep engine running at full PTO
rpm. Cutting lower will help.
Under some conditions it is
impossible to pick up and cut
grass pressed down by tires.
Dull blades
Sharpen or replace blades.
Loose blade
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
material
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.
Grass wet
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Slow ground speed of tractor but
keep engine running at full PTO
RPM. Cutting lower will help.
Rear of cutter too low, trapping
material under cutter
Adjust cutter height and attitude.
Erratic mower operation; mower
slows down without tractor engine
slowing
Belt slippage
See Belt Trouble Shooting.
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PROBLEM
Belt slippage
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Belt too loose
SOLUTION
Adjust belt tension.
Mower overloading; material too
tall or heavy
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.
Oil on belt from over-lubrication
Belt hung up or rubbing
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.
Belt or pulleys worn out
If the belt 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
Realign belt or guide. Be sure belt
doesn't rub any other part while
running.
Pulley misalignment
Inspect to ensure belt is running
in center of backside idler. Shim
idler as necessary to align.
Belt rollover
Pulley misalignment
Damaged belt
Realign pulley.
Replace belt.*
Foreign object in pulley grooves
Inspect all pulley grooves for rust,
paint or weld spots and remove.
Worn pulley groove
Replace pulley.
Replace belt.*
Damaged belt
Belt breakage
Rollover, high shock loads or
installation damage
High shock loads
Avoid abusive mowing. Avoid hit-
ting the ground or large obstruc-
tions.
Belt came off drive
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 or
stretched cords, it must be replaced.
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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.
„ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
These instructions are for mounting the mower on 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.
„ 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.
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.
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.
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.
MOWER PREPARATION
Side Skids (Figure 15)
„ 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.
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
„
Make sure shields and guards are properly
„ Do not put mower into service unless either dis-
charge chute or side shield is installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
„ Do not put this equipment into service unless all
side skids are properly installed and in good condi-
tion. Replace if damaged.
Attach side shields to the right and left sides of mower.
The baffled shield fits the left side. A side discharge
chute may by used in place of the left side shield for
mowing in heavy material.
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
Mount the shields or discharge chute with 3/8 x 1"
bolts.
■ 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.
■ 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.
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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
(31).
1. Discharge chute
2. Side shield
3. Side skid
Figure 15. Side Skids, Side Shield &
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.
2. Front lift bracket
3. Chain idler
21. 3/16 x 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 a non-flammable, non-toxic degreasing
agent or commercial detergent and water.
1. Crosswise support
2. Spacer bushing
3. Keyhole brackets
4. Caplug
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.
5. Lift chain
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.
Figure 16. Crosswise Support Installation
CHANNEL ARM INSTALLATION
(Refer to parts drawing, page 32)
Step 1. Insert belt in bottom right hand groove of center
pulley and route around left pulley.
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).
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.
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).
Belt installation will be completed after mower is
attached to tractor, as described on page 27.
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Remove the sway chains, PTO shield, PTO protective
cover and drawbar, if tractor is equipped with one.
NOTICE
■ A new belt will wear into pulley grooves and it
may be necessary to move mower ahead or use
other means of tightening after use.
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).
„
Make sure shields and guards are properly
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.
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.
Figure 18. Belt Installation
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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 idler 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)
5. V-Idler
8. Idler bracket
20. Belt guide
36. Carriage bolt
37. Hex lock nut
39. Washer
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).
Figure 20. Idler Pulley Installation
IDLER BRACKET INSTALLATION
(See parts drawing on page 32)
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NOTICE
■ Any adjustment to either dimension "A" or "B"
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".
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Bolt
Splined bushing
Key
When checking cutting height, be sure to take mea-
surements on both sides of mower.
Drive pulley
Tractor PTO
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.
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.
BELT
Belt Alignment
Drive forward over mower to remove from tractor.
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 belt life.
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 scalloped
look, excessive shredding and will require extra power.
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 lbs-ft. Recheck drive pulley to idler pulley
alignment.
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 "B" 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.
Alignment tolerances are shown in Figure 24 thru Fig-
ure 29. The best idler alignment is shown in Figure 24
& 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.
Figure 22. Mower Attitude Adjustment
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Figure 28. Maximum Right Idler Should be Raised
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.
Figure 23. Drive Pulley to Idler Adjustment
When checking tension without a force measuring
device, the belt, when properly 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.
Figure 24. Best Possible Alignment of Left Idler
Figure 25. Maximum Left Idler Should be Raised
Figure 26. Maximum Left Idler Should be Lowered
Figure 30. Proper Belt Tension
NOTICE
■ 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.
Figure 27. Best Possible Alignment for Right Idler
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NOTICE
■ Make sure front or rear tires do not rub on
mower.
■ Alignment must be rechecked if it is necessary
to move idler pulleys or the mower deck to get
proper belt tension.
■ 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. 3/8 NC Hex lock nut
Figure 31. Belt Shield Installation
DEALER CHECK LISTS
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST
DELIVERY CHECK LIST
(Dealer’s Responsibility)
(Dealer’s Responsibility)
___ Show customer how to make adjustments.
Inspect the mower thoroughly after assembly to be cer-
tain it 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.
___ 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.
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in
good condition.
___ Present Operator's Manual and request that cus-
tomer and all operators read it before operating
equipment.
___ Check that shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition.
___ Properly attach equipment to tractor and make all
necessary adjustments.
___ Show customer the safe, proper procedures to be
used when mounting, dismounting, and storing
equipment.
___ Check all bolts to be sure they are correctly
torqued.
___ 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 warning to operators of other vehicles.
___ 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.
___ Make customer aware of optional equipment
available so that customer can make proper
choices as required.
___ Check that blades have been properly installed.
___ Check mower attitude and belt alignment.
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MOWER FRAME ASSEMBLY
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
Frame only
23
24
25
26
27
28
40
41
42
43
44
45
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
-----
4142
3
1
1
1
1
1
Spindle, blade and wrench
Left side skid
1
2
3
4
9701
1
1
1
3
25511
25510
Left side shield with baffle
Right side shield
24650
24583
24587
24586
2688*
1256*
10378*
1985*
24597*
6697*
838*
Front roller complete (optional)
Front roller, bearing and rod
Left front roller bracket
Right front roller bracket
1/8 Safety pin
23825KT
Blade, medium-suction CCW 20-1/4
(Standard) -or-
4
25997KT
3
Blade, low-suction CCW 20-1/4
(Optional) -or-
5
7
26521
-----
1
2
1
1
1
2
4
2
1
1
-
Side discharge chute
Casters (optional)
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
8
4141
25506
25507
18241
4097
410
Right side skid
9
Right belt shield
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
18A
19
20
21
22
Left belt shield
Push channel with clevis bar
5/8 x 1-1/2 Clevis pin
5/8 x 1-3/4 Clevis pin
Crosswise rear support
1/2 x 5/8 x 1-1/16 HT Sleeve
Leaf mulcher
835*
14350*
4119
18245
3504
-----
6100*
3699*
855*
5753
52311
6126
4227
3885
4226
1
1
1
3
3
2
Complete english decal set -or-
French safety decal set
3.9 PD H Sheave (3 groove)
H3/4 Straight bushing with bolts
3/16 x 3/16 x 1-1/4 Key
3.9 H Sheave (single groove)
1093*
11900*
*
Standard hardware, obtain locally
BLADE ASSEMBLY
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1
2
3
2974
1
1
1
Spindle lock wrench
4110
Shoulder washer, 2-1/4 dia.
23825KT
CCW 20-1/4 Medium-suction blade
(standard) -or-
3
25997KT
1
CCW 20-1/4 Low-suction blade
(optional)
4
5
6
692*
10635
10718
1
2
1
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
7
1015826
1
*
CCW blade bolt & washer kit
(includes items 4, 5 & 6)
Standard hardware, obtain locally
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MOUNTING ASSEMBLY
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
3/16 Safety pin
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
22
23
25
26
27
18270*
14562*
12169*
2688*
1
2
3
5
6
6673
2
1
4
2
2
2/0 Twist link chain, 78"
Lift bracket assembly
Chain idler
5/16 NC x 1 HHCS GR5
3/8 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5
1/8 Safety pin
23930
6696
4336
4335
V-Groove idler sheave with bearing
64824
3/8 NC x 1-1/2 Carriage bolt, full
thread
4.5 OD V-Groove idler sheave
without bearing
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
39
40
41
5762
835*
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
1/2 NC Flanged hex lock nut
1/2 x 2 Clevis pin
7
6095
20990
18327
18335
1481
2
1
2
2
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
1
1
.626 ID x 1.85 OD Ball bearing
Idler bracket
8
838*
9
Lift angle
23599
639*
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
7 GA x 1-3/4 x 2-9/16 Lift lug
Sheave, 9.40 1B P1
11900*
409
4001
P1 1-3/8 Splined bushing
Rear belt shield
20993
18186
18241
18245
18336
29747
29746
3504
5079*
6239*
692*
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
V-Belt W165
Push channel with clevis bar
Crosswise rear support
Caplug, 1-1/16 - 121D SAE thread
Left caster arm assembly (optional)
5/8 Standard flat washer
5/8 x 1-1/2 Clevis pin
4097
410
5/8 x 1-3/4 Clevis pin
Right caster arm assembly
(optional)
20
21
23636
1256*
1
V-Belt guide
*
Standard hardware, obtain locally
3/16 x 1 Cotter pin
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BLADE SPINDLE ASSEMBLY
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1.06 x 2.0 x .44 Seal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
5089
2
1
1
2
2
1
1
4114
4115*
4107
4106
4117
1972*
27/32 x 1-1/16 x 1-7/16 Sleeve
3/16 x 1-1/8 Spring pin
Bearing cone
Bearing cup
Spindle housing with cups
1/4 - 28 Tapered thread grease
fitting
8
28897
1
*
Spindle shaft, HT with left hand
thread
Standard hardware, obtain locally
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LEAF MULCHER (OPTIONAL)
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
5
6
7
8
976*
838*
565*
835*
-
-
-
-
3/8 NC x 1-1/2 HHCS GR5
3/8 Standard lock washer
3/8 Standard flat washer
3/8 NC Hex nut, plated
-
7080
1
1
3
2
-
L59 Leaf mulcher complete
Leaf mulcher attachment
3/8 Schedule 40 pipe, 5/8 long
Angle lug
1
2
3
4
-----
23218
7076
839*
3/8 NC x 1 HHCS GR5
*
Standard hardware, obtain locally
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CASTER ASSEMBLY
REF PART
QTY
DESCRIPTION
A
29750
-
Right and left caster bundle
(includes mounting hardware)
1
2
3
4
5
12240
4181
1
2
1
1
1
Caster yoke, 1/2" hole
25/32 x 1 x 1/2 HT Sleeve
Right caster arm assembly (shown)
Left caster arm assembly
29746
29747
12296*
1/4 - 28 Straight grease fitting,
15/32"
6
19703
29375
29368
-----*
1
2
1
1
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
7
8
9
Straight 1/4 self-tap grease fitting
1/4 x 1-1/4 Spirol pin
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
21020
12169*
838*
3/8 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5
3/8 Standard lock washer
3/8 NC Hex nut, plated
835*
22240
23479
765*
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
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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 & J1701M JUL 96.
SAE Bolt Head
Identification
SAE SERIES
TORQUE
CHART
A
SAE Grade 2
(No Dashes)
SAE Grade 8
(6 Radial Dashes)
SAE Grade 5
(3 Radial Dashes)
MARKING ON HEAD
SAE 5
A
SAE 2
SAE 8
Diameter
(Inches)
Wrench
Size
lbs-ft
N-m
8
lbs-ft
10
N-m
13
lbs-ft
14
N-m
1/4"
5/16"
3/8"
7/16"
1/2"
9/16"
5/8"
3/4"
7/8"
1"
7/16"
1/2"
6
18
37
12
17
19
26
27
9/16"
5/8"
23
31
35
47
49
67
36
48
55
75
78
106
163
232
325
569
907
1383
3/4"
55
75
85
115
164
230
403
642
979
120
171
240
420
669
1020
13/16"
15/16"
1-1/8"
1-5/16"
1-1/2"
78
106
149
261
416
634
121
170
297
474
722
110
192
306
467
METRIC SERIES
TORQUE
CHART
8.8
Metric Bolt Head
Identification
10.9
A
Metric
Grade 8.8
Metric
Grade 10.9
Coarse Thread
Marking on Head
Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9
Fine Thread
Marking on Head
Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9
A
A
Diameter &
Thread Pitch Wrench
(Millimeters)
Diameter &
Thread Pitch
(Millimeters)
Size
N-m
lbs-ft
6
N-m
lbs-ft
8
N-m
lbs-ft
6
N-m
lbs-ft
8
6 x 1.0
10 mm
13 mm
16 mm
18 mm
21 mm
24 mm
27 mm
30 mm
34 mm
36 mm
46 mm
8
11
27
8
11
29
6 x 1.0
8 x 1.0
8 x 1.25
10 x 1.5
12 x 1.75
14 x 2.0
16 x 2.0
18 x 2.5
20 x 2.5
22 x 2.5
24 x 3.0
30 x 3.0
20
15
20
21
16
22
39
29
54
40
41
30
57
42
10 x 1.25
12 x 1.25
14 x 1.5
16 x 1.5
18 x 1.5
20 x 1.5
22 x 1.5
24 x 2.0
30 x 2.0
68
50
94
70
75
55
103
163
250
363
507
684
861
1740
76
109
169
234
330
451
571
1175
80
151
234
323
457
623
790
1626
111
173
239
337
460
583
1199
118
181
263
367
495
623
1258
87
120
184
268
374
505
635
1283
125
172
244
332
421
867
133
194
270
365
459
928
Typical Washer
Installations
Bolt
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
8/9/00
Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 3/28/2007)
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BOLT SIZE CHART
NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts.
SAE Bolt Thread Sizes
5/16
3/8
1/2
5/8
3/4
7/8
IN
1
2
7
3
4
5
6
MM
25
50
75
100
125
150
175
Metric Bolt Thread Sizes
8MM 10MM
12MM
14MM
16MM
18MM
ABBREVIATIONS
AG .............................................................. Agriculture
MPa ........................................................ Mega Pascal
N ......................................................................Newton
NC...................................................... National Coarse
NF...........................................................National Fine
NPSM .................... National Pipe Straight Mechanical
NPT...........................................National Pipe Tapered
NPT SWF......... National Pipe Tapered Swivel Female
ORBM...........................................O-Ring Boss - Male
P .......................................................................... Pitch
PBY.......................................................Power-Beyond
psi ......................................... Pounds per Square Inch
PTO......................................................Power Take Off
QD ................................................... Quick Disconnect
RH.............................................................. Right Hand
ROPS........................... Roll-Over Protective Structure
RPM........................................Revolutions Per Minute
RT ........................................................................Right
SAE.......................... Society of Automotive Engineers
UNC..................................................... Unified Coarse
UNF ..........................................................Unified Fine
UNS ..................................................... Unified Special
ASABE ....................American Society of Agricultural &
Biological Engineers (formerly ASAE)
ASAE....... American Society of Agricultural Engineers
ATF................................Automatic Transmission Fluid
BSPP............................. British Standard Pipe Parallel
BSPTM................ British Standard Pipe Tapered Male
CV ....................................................Constant Velocity
CCW.............................................. Counter-Clockwise
CW .............................................................. Clockwise
F.......................................................................Female
FT.............................................................. Full Thread
GA .....................................................................Gauge
GR (5, etc.)........................................... Grade (5, etc.)
HHCS ........................................Hex Head Cap Screw
HT ...........................................................Heat-Treated
JIC.................Joint Industry Council 37° Degree Flare
LH................................................................. Left Hand
LT ...........................................................................Left
m ........................................................................ Meter
mm ............................................................... Millimeter
M ..........................................................................Male
Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 3/28/2007)
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INDEX
ASSEMBLY
Attaching Mower to Tractor 27
OPERATION
Belt Alignment 27
Commencing Mowing 12
Cutting Height Adjustment 10
With Optional Casters 11
Without Optional Casters 11
Discharge Chute & Side Shield 13
Mower Attitude 11
Belt Installation 24
Belt Shield Installation 29
Belt Tension 28
Channel Arm Installation 24
Crosswise Support Installation 24
Dealer Set-Up Instructions 23
Delivery Check List 29
Drive Pulley Installation 26
Idler Bracket Installation 26
Idler Pulley Installation 25
Lift Chain Installation 24
Mower Attitude 27
Mowing Techniques 12
Mowing Speed 12
Mowing Tips 12
Pre-Operation Check List 11
Side Skid Adjustment 11
Starting & Stopping Mower 12
Mower Preparation 23
Side Shield or Discharge Chute 23
Side Skids 23
Pre-Delivery Check List 29
Tractor Preparation 25
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Blades 14
Caster Installation 15
Casters 14
Front Roller 14
Front Roller Installation 15
Leaf Mulcher 14
Leaf Mulcher Installation 15
DEALER SERVICE
Blade Spindle Repair 19
Assembly 20
Disassembly 19
Installation 20
Pulley Installation 20
Removal 19
OWNER SERVICE
Blade Servicing 17
Installation 18
Removal 18
Sharpening 18
Lubrication 17
Caster 17
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
Spindle 17
SAFETY
Safety & Instructional Decals 8, 9
Safety Rules 5
Safety Symbols Explained 2
TROUBLESHOOTING
Product 40
Replacement Parts 41
Troubleshooting 21
51642 (Rev. 11/9/2007)
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WARRANTY
(All Models Except Mow’n MachineTM Zero-Turn Mowers and Woods BoundaryTM Utility Vehicles)
Please Enter Information Below and Save for Future Reference.
Date Purchased: ____________________________
Model Number: ____________________________
From (Dealer): ___________________________________________
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
Warranted
Duration (from date of delivery
Model Number
to the original purchaser)
BW1260, BW1800
8 years
BB48X, BB60X, BB72X, BB84X, BB600X, BB720X, BB840X, BB6000X,
BB7200X, BB8400X, DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440, TS1680, BW126-2, BW180-2
6 years
Gearbox
components
PHD25, PHD35, PHD65, PHD95, 2162, 3240, DS96, DS120, RCC42, RM550-2,
RM660-2, RM990-3, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, 7144RD-2, 9180RD-2, 5 years
9204RD-2, S15CD, S20CD, S22CD, S25CD, S27CD
3 years (1 year if used in rental or
commercial applications)
RDC54, RD60, RD72
RM550-2, RM660-2, RM990-3, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, 7144RD-2,
9180RD-2, 9204RD-2
Blade spindles
Rust-through
3 years
BB600, BB720, BB840, BB6000, BB7200, BB8400, BW126-2, BW180-2,
BW1260, BW1800, 2162, 3240, DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440, TS1680
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 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 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) 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, 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:
F-3079 (Rev. 6/1/2007)
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WARRANTY
(Replacement Parts For All Models Except Mow’n Machine
Zero-Turn Mowers and Woods Boundary Utility Vehicles)
TM
TM
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 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 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) 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:
F-8494 (Rev. 6/23/2005)
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Woods Equipment
Company
2606 South Illinois Route 2
Post Office Box 1000
Oregon, Illinois 61061 USA
800-319-6637 tel
800-399-6637 fax
©2007 Woods Equipment Company. All rights reserved. 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.
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