PO Box 1200
305 Commerce Drive
Winfield, Alabama 35594
FLEX HITCH
ROTARY MOWER
OPERATION AND PARTS
Part No 999993
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TO THE PURCHASER
This manual contains valuable information about your
new King Kutter Mower. It has been carefully prepared to give
you helpful suggestions for operating, adjusting, servicing
and ordering repair parts.
Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and
easy reference. Study it carefully. You have purchased a de-
pendable and sturdy mower, but only by proper care and op-
eration can you expect to receive the service and long life de-
signed and built into it.
Sometime in the future your mower may need new parts
to replace those that are worn or broken. If so, go to your
dealer and provide him with the model and part number.
Customer Information
Name ______________________________________________
Purchased From ______________________________________
Date Purchased ______________________________________
Model No. ___________________________________________
Serial No. ___________________________________________
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It is the purchaser and/or operator’s responsibility to….
Read and understand the information contained in this
manual.
Operate, lubricate, assemble and maintain the equip-
ment in accordance with all instructions and safety
procedures in this manual.
Inspect the equipment and replace or repair any parts
that are damaged or worn which under continued op-
eration would cause damage, wear to other parts, or
cause a safety hazard.
Return the equipment or parts to the authorized King
Kutter dealer, from where it was purchased, for ser-
vice or replacement of defective parts that are cov-
ered by warranty. (The King Kutter Factory may in-
spect equipment or parts before warranty claims are
honored.)
Payment of all costs incurred by the dealer for traveling to
or transporting the equipment for warranty inspection and
or claims.
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CONTENTS
ITEM
PAGE
Safety ........................................................................ 6
Assembly Instructions................................................ 8
Before Putting Into Service.......................................11
Safety Training......................................................... 12
Operational Safety................................................... 14
Transportation Safety .............................................. 16
Attaching To Tractor................................................. 17
Sizing PTO .............................................................. 19
Operating Instructions.............................................. 20
Maintenance............................................................ 22
Maintenance Safety................................................. 23
Safety Decal's And Locations .................................. 24
Notes ....................................................................... 29
Replacement Parts.................................................. 30
PTO Shaft Parts....................................................... 32
Slip Clutch Assembly ............................................... 34
PTO Shaft Cover Removal ...................................... 35
Gearbox Parts ......................................................... 38
Warranty ……………………………………………......40
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SAFETY
READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL AND ESPECIALLY IN THE
SAFETY SECTION. FAILURE TO DO SO
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH.
TAKE NOTE! THIS SAFETY ALERT SYM-
BOL FOUND THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL
IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO
INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PER-
SONAL SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF
OTHERS.
THIS SYMBOL MEANS
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFTEY IS INVOLVED
SIGNAL WORDS:
The signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are used with the
safety messages in this manual and with each safety signs. They are de-
fined as follows:
DANGER: Indicates an immediate hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death. This signal word is to be limited to
the most extreme situations typically for machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death, and includes hazards that are ex-
posed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert against un-
safe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practice.
If you have any questions not answered in this manual or require additional
copies or the manual is damaged, please contact your dealer or King Kut-
ter, Inc. P.O. Box 1200 Winfield, AL 35594 (205) 487-3202 or
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EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
Safety of the operator and by standards is one of the main concerns in designing and devel-
oping a mower. However, every year accidents occur which could have been avoided by a
few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the opera-
tor, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions and insist those working
with you, or for you, follow them.
In order to provide a better view, certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may show
an assembly with a safety shield removed. However, equipment should never be operated in
this condition. Keep all shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary for repairs, re-
place the shield prior to use.
Replace any safety sign that is not readable or is missing. Location of such safety signs is
indicated in this manual.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs that can hinder alertness or coordination while oper-
ating this equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this machine while taking prescrip-
tion medications.
Under no circumstances should children under the age of 18 be allowed to work with
this equipment. Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have
read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precau-
tions and of how it works. Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The opera-
tor should be a responsible, properly trained and physically able person familiar with farm ma-
chinery and trained in this equipment’s operations. If the elderly are assisting with farm work,
their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective System and seat belts. (ROPS)
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is
in question- DON’T TRY IT.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification could result in serious
injury or death and may impair the function and life of the equipment.
In addition to the design and the confirmation of this implement, including safety signs and
safety equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the aware-
ness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, trans
port, maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer also to safety messages and opera-
tion instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the tractor and mower manuals. Pay
close attention to the safety signs affixed to the tractor and the rotary mower.
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FLEX HITCH ROTARY MOWER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1
Place rotary mower on a flat, level surface. (See Figure A)
STEP 2
Remove the wired on PTO shaft. Remove the(2) bolts that are on the lift arm
lugs, and the bolt holding the pivot shield on. (See arrows Figure C) Place the
(3)bolts, the pivot shield and the PTO shaft to the side (See Figure B) you will
replace these items as you put the unit together for service.
STEP 3
Rotate arms up to a standing position (See Figure D) and replace the (2) two
bolts once you get arms to full forward position with the swivel links below the
bolts (See Figure E on page 10).
STEP 4
Then raise brace arms up and through where they bolt to pivot bar (See Figure
F & G on page 10).
STEP 5
Install the pivot shield with bolt, through shield and through lift arms and out
other side of shield. (See hole Fig G on page 10). NOTE: Be sure long side of
shield is towards tractor. Once you get the bolt in place it should look like
(Figure H on Page 10).
STEP 6
Be sure and tighten all nuts and bolts. (Figure I on page 10 is complete unit
assembled)
CONTINUE TO INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 11, BEFORE PUTTING
UNIT INTO SERVICE
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Figure A
Figure B
Figure D
Figure C
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Figure E
Figure F
Figure G
Figure H
Figure I
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BEFORE PUTTING ROTARY MOWER INTO SERVICE
(IMPORTANT-INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO START UP)
SHIPPED WITH OIL IN GEARBOX
SHIPPED WITHOUT GREASE IN GREASE FITTINGS.
UNIT MUST BE SERVICED BEFORE USING.
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•
Use Multi-Purpose Gear Oil (I.E. S.A.E. 80w/90 or S.A.E. 85w/140 Multi-
purpose gear oil) in Gearbox.
For all Grease Fittings use TYPE/grade II tube grease.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Place rotary mower so that the deck is secure and level.
Remove 1/2” Pipe Plug (Located at top of gearbox) and 1/8” Pipe Plug
(located at lower 1/3 of gearbox) if oil comes out lower hole replace lower
plug immediately and continue to Step 4. If no oil comes out continue to
Step 3.
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Fill gearbox using multi-purpose gear oil through top 1/2” fill hole until gear
oil is level with lower 1/8" hole.
Replace both the 1/2” pipe plug (located at top of gear box) and 1/8" pipe
plug (located at lower 1/3 of gear box) and clean away any excess oil.
Grease (with a grade II type tube grease),
The following zerks:
Tail wheel, wheel fork (See Figure M-1, page 22).
Tail wheel fork (See Figure M-1, page 22).
Both U-Joints on the PTO Shaft (See Figure M-2, page 22).
Inspect all guards to insure they are in good working order. If not replace
before using.
STEP 6
STEP 7
Check all bolts, nuts and belt to insure they are tight and secure.
CAUTION:
DO NOT over fill gearbox. This could cause damage to oil seals and can cause per-
manent damage to the gearbox. This issue will not be covered under warranty.
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SAFETY TRAINING
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our product. Un-
fortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single
careless act of an operator or bystander.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and ac-
cident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of this equipment.
It has been said, “ The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We
ask you to be that kind of operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to read and
understand all safety and operating instructions in the manual and to follow
them. Accidents can be avoided.
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries. Read this man-
ual, and the manual for your tractor, before assembly or operating, to acquaint
yourself with the machines. If this machine is used by any person other than
you, or is loaned or rented, it is the rotary mower owner’s responsibility to make
certain that owner's manual be available to the operator prior to operating:
1- Reads and understands the operator’s manuals.
2- Is instructed in safe and proper use.
Know your controls and how to stop tractor, engine, and the mower quickly in an
emergency. Read this manual and the one provided with your tractor.
Train all new personnel and review instructions frequently with existing workers.
Be certain only a properly trained and physically able person will operate the
machinery. A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualified to operate the machine. An untrained operator ex-
poses himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death. If the elderly
are assisting with farm work, their physical limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
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PREPARTION
Never operate the tractor and mower until you have read and completely under-
stand this manual, the Tractor Operator’s Manual, and each of the safety mes-
sages found on the safety signs on the tractor and mower.
Personal protection equipment including hardhat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves
are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintenance, re-
pairing, removal, or moving the implement. Do not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing, or
jewelry to be around equipment.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT HEARING
LOSS! Tractors with or without mowers attached can often be noisy enough to cause per-
manent, partial hearing loss. We recommend that you wear hearing protection on a full-
time basis if the noise in the operator’s position exceeds 80 db. Noise over 80 db on a
long-term basis can cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90 db adjacent to the operator
over a long-term basis may cause permanent, total hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from
loud noise (from tractors, chain saws, radios, and other such sources close to the ear) is
cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery.
Operate the mower only with a tractor equipped with an approved Roll-Over-Protective
System (ROPS). Always wear your seat belt. Serious injury of even death could result
from falling off the tractor — particularly during a turnover when the operator could be
pinned under the ROPS or the tractor.
Clear area to be cut of stones, branches or other debris that might be thrown, causing in-
jury or damage.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Ensure mower is properly mounted, adjusted and in good operating condition.
Ensure that all safety shielding and safety signs are properly installed and in good condi-
tion.
STARTING AND STOPPING SAFETY
Check the tractor master shield over the PTO stub shaft. Make sure it is in good condition
and fastened securely to the tractor. Purchase a new shield if old shield is damaged or
missing.
All tractors that are not equipped with a “live” power takeoff (PTO) need to be equipped
with an over-running PTO clutch. These are available through most farm equipment
stores. NOTE: The addition of an over-running PTO clutch may change the length of the
PTO driveline required. Pay extra attention to the instructions on the PTO driveline Instal-
lation. Be sure that the driveline system guarding is adequate.
Mower operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for PTO
engagement and disengagement instructions. Know how to stop tractor and mower
quickly in case of an emergency.
When engaging PTO, the engine RPM should always be at idle speed. Once engaged and
ready to start cutting, raise PTO speed to 540 RPM and maintain throughout cutting opera-
tion.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards that cannot be protected
against by the mechanical means or product design. All operators of this equip-
ment must read and understand this entire manual, paying particular attention to
safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in this
manual you do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your dealer, to explain it
to you.
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and
bystanders at least several hundred feet from an operating rotary mower. Only
properly trained people should operate this machine.
When machine is operated in populated areas where thrown objects could injure
persons or property, operation must be stopped when anyone comes within
several hundred feet.
The majority of the accidents involve entanglement on the driveline, injury of by-
standers by the objects thrown by the rotating blades, and operators being
knocked off the tractor by low hanging limbs and then being run over by the
mower. Accidents are most likely to occur with machines that are loaned or
rented to someone who has not read the owner’s manual and is not familiar with
a rotary mower.
The rotary mower is designed for use only on tractors with 540-RPM power take
off.
Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating. The dis-
charge chute, bands, flaps, driveline guards and tractor, shields should be used
and maintained in good working condition. They should be inspected carefully,
at least daily, for missing or broken cable, chain links, shields, or guards. (Worn
items must be replaced at once to reduce possibility of injury)
Disengage power takeoff (PTO) and place transmission in neutral before at-
tempting to start engine.
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become
entangled in the operating parts of the mower. These items could then swing
outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a situation is
extremely hazardous. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like objects from the site.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY continued...
Never allow the cutting blade to contact such items. Cut material higher at first,
allowing rotary mower to clear hidden objects. Never assume an area is clear.
Always Check!
Always stop the tractor, disengage PTO, set brake, shut off the tractor engine,
remove the ignition key, lower implement to the ground and allow mower blades
to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor. Never leave equipment
unattended with the tractor running.
Never place hands or feet under mower with tractor engine running or before
you are sure all motion has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
Do not reach or place any part of your body under equipment until it is blocked
securely.
Do not allow riders on the rotary mower or tractor at anytime. There is no safe
place for any riders.
Do not operate unless all personnel, livestock, and pets are several hundred
feet away to prevent injury by thrown objects.
Never operate tractor and rotary mower under trees with low hanging limbs. Op-
erators can be knocked off the tractor and then run over by the rotating blades.
The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged
use. However, they could fail upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as steel
guardrails and concrete abutment. Such impact could cause the broken objects
to be thrown outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property
damage, serious injury, or even death, never allow the cutting blades to contact
such obstacles.
Stop mower and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn engine
off, remove key, inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation.
Stay alert for uneven terrain, holes, rocks, and roots and other hidden hazards.
Keep away from drop-offs and hazards that could cause roll over.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting or
operating on hillsides, over rough ground and when operating close to ditches or
fences. Be careful and slow down when turning sharp corners and changing di-
rection on slopes. Do not start or stop suddenly on slopes. Avoid operation on
steep slopes. In extremely uneven terrain, rear wheels weights, front tractor
weight, and/or tire ballast should be used to improve stability.
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OPERATIONAL SAFETY continued...
Pass rotary mower diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to pre-
vent “hanging up” tractor and rotary mower. Practice will improve your skills in
maneuvering on rough terrain. Always cut down slopes, never across the face.
Always check tractor manual for proper use on slopes.
When using a unit, a minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on
tractor front wheels. Without this weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal
injury or death. The weight may be attained with a front- end loader, front wheel
weights, ballast in the tires or front tractor weights. When attaining a minimum
20% of tractor and equipment weight on the front wheels, you must not exceed
the ROPS weight certification. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not guess
or estimate!
TRANSPORT SAFETY
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of
farm machinery on public roads.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some
localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all lighting and
marking requirements.
At all times, when driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway un-
der 20 mph (32 kph) use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehi-
cle (SMV) identification emblem. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce
speed on rough roads and surfaces.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
Always install transport locks, pins or brackets before transporting.
Do not drink and drive.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations,
including narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for traffic when operating
near or crossing roadways.
Turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering
angle. Make certain that a least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front
wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough or uneven surface. Al-
ways check tractor manual for proper use on slopes.
Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground and when operating close to
ditches or fences. Be careful when turning sharp corners.
Never allow riders on either tractor or mower.
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ATTACHING TO TRACTOR
WARNING
Never stand between
tractor and rotary mower
while backing up tractor
to the hitch.
STEP 1 Attach to tractor's category 1 three point hitch as described in
the Tractor's Operator’s Manual.
WARNING
Failure to install retaining clip on gearbox input shaft would allow driveline to
swing freely if bolt is sheared causing possible injury or death.
STEP 2
Determine if the PTO shaft needs to be shortened.
NOTE:
Due to the many variations in the tractor hitch points and distances between
equipment gearbox input shaft and tractor PTO out put shafts, some combina-
tions may require PTO shafts to be shortened as described by the following
steps.
STEP 3
Raise and lower rotary mower in order to locate the shortest distance between
equipment gearbox input shaft and tractor PTO output shaft. With the rotary
mower in the shortest distance position shut down the tractor and SECURELY
BLOCK ROTARY MOWER IN POSITION.
STEP 4
Pull apart PTO shaft and attach outer section to tractor PTO output shaft.
NOTE: Be sure to pull on PTO shaft section to ensure yoke has locked into
place.
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ATTACHING TO TRACTOR continued....
STEP 5 Place and hold inner PTO shaft section next to outer section and
check if PTO shaft is too long. Each section should end approximately
3 inches short of reaching u-joint shield on the opposite section. If the
shaft is too long measure 3 inches back from each u-joint shield and
mark the other shaft section. Be sure to do this for both PTO shaft
halves. NOTE: Do not cut PTO shaft sections at this time.
STEP 6
Raise rotary mower and remove blocking. Raise and lower rotary mower in or-
der to locate the longest distance between equipment input shaft and the tractor
PTO output shaft. With the rotary mower in the longest distance position, shut
down the tractor and SECURELY BLOCK THE ROTARY MOWER IN POSI-
TION.
STEP 7
As in step 5 hold PTO shaft sections together and check for a minimum of 6
inches of overlap. If PTO shaft has been marked for cutting the overlap is the
distance measured between the two marks. If the PTO shaft has less than a 6
inch overlap, DO NOT USE. Contact your authorized King Kutter Dealer.
NOTE
If the PTO shaft length is too long go to SIZING PTO SHAFT (page 19)
STEP 8
Apply any multi-purpose grease to the outside of the male (inner) PTO shaft
section. Assemble PTO shaft and install on rotary mower and tractor.
NOTE: If you shear the bolt that attaches the PTO shaft to the gear box replace with a
grade 2 bolt only . Replacement with another grade of bolt will void your war-
ranty and may cause terminal damage to the PTO shaft, gearbox, or tractor.
(King Kutter shear pin 5 pack part #500101)
WARNING - Failure to install retaining clip on gearbox input shaft would allow
driveline to swing freely if bolt is sheared causing possible injury or
death.
STEP 9
Pull on tractor side of PTO shaft yoke to be sure it has locked in place. Make
certain PTO shaft shielding is in place and good working condition.
STEP 10
The PTO shaft shield is a non-rotating design and must be secured prior to
equipment use. Using the chain on each yoke shield attach to a fixed object on
the tractor and equipment ends that will not allow the PTO shaft shield to rotate
during operation.
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SIZING PTO SHAFT
STEP 1
Cutting the PTO shaft to length. NOTE:
Be sure to cut equal lengths of each
PTO shaft section. Clamp end of PTO
shaft in a vice and cut off shield where
marked. (Figure 1-A & 1-B)
Figure 1-A
STEP 2
Using cut section of the shield as a
guide cut shaft off the same amount.
(Figure 2)
STEP 3
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for other PTO
shaft section.
STEP 4
Figure 1-B
Use a file to deburr PTO shafts. Clean
up all chips, burrs and filings from both
ends of the PTO shaft.
Note: If you shear the bolt that attaches
the PTO shaft to the gearbox re-
place with a grade 2 bolt only. Re-
placement with another grade of
bolt will void your warranty and may
cause terminal damage to the PTO
shaft, gearbox, or tractor.
Figure 2
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This mower was designed to CUT PASTURE GRASS AND ROUGH AREAS UP TO 1"
IN DIAMETER.. Use of your rotary mower to cut any material larger than 1" in diame-
ter may damage the mower and void your warranty.
PRE-OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS
Set tractor's lift control stop at a position that will prevent the PTO shaft from coming
in contact with the front edge of the mower when it is at full lift. Consult your tractor
manual for instructions.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
To prevent mower blades from striking the ground or hidden objects, your mower
should be set to the highest position that will give the desired cutting height. By setting
your mower up this way you reduce blade wear and stress to the mower. Mowing at
regular intervals will yield far better results than periodic mowing (i.e. less wind row-
ing). To adjust cutting heights follow these steps.
STEP 1
Raise rotary mower off the ground with the tractor and SECURELY
BLOCK IN POSITION. Remove 5/8" bolt from adjusting bracket. (See
Figure K)
STEP 2
Move the A-frame tail wheel up or down to desired cutting height. Re-
install 5/8" bolt and tighten to secure in position. (See Figure L)
Note: It may be necessary to loosen the A-frame tail wheel attachment
bolts. (See Figure L) as shown by the arrow.
Figure K
Figure L
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Note: For best results in heavier cutting conditions adjust the deck so the rear of
the mower is approximately 2" higher than the front. This method requires less horse-
power and ground speeds of approximately 3-5mph. If finer shredding results are de-
sired, adjust the deck to level or slightly lower in the rear. This method will keep foli-
age under the deck longer resulting in finer pieces. The down side of this method is if
it takes a lot more horsepower and very slow ground speed. This method is not rec-
ommended unless a PTO speed of 540 RPM can be maintained.
ROTARY MOWER OPERATION
STEP 1
Before each use perform the maintenance described in maintenance section. (page
22)
STEP 2
Read, understand, and follow the information on safety training, preparation, starting
and stopping safety, operational safety, transport safety warning sections of this man-
ual (pages 11 thru 16)
STEP 3
With tractor running, lower rotary mower into working position.
STEP 4
With the tractor at idle RPM, engage PTO and slowly advance throttle to 540 PTO
RPM. NOTE: Rotary mower designed to run at 540 PTO RPM only.
STEP 5
Select a low gear for the tractor and begin to mow. Tractor ground speed is to be
controlled by gear selection only and not engine speed. Tractor ground speed should
allow rotary mower to maintain 540 PTO RPM and thus maximum blade tip speed.
NOTE: Do not allow the tractor engine or rotary mower to bog down or stall. This
causes undue wear and tear on the mower and tractor. If this continues to happen re-
duce ground speed and raise cutting height of rotary mower until the 540 PTO RPM is
able to be maintained.
Never attempt to clean out a plugged discharge chute until the tractor has
been shut down and the mower blades have completely stopped.
STEP 6
After each use clean all debris from the top and bottom of the rotary mower. Re-
place any missing or illegible safety decals. Inspect for any damaged or worn parts
and replace before next use. Store rotary mower in a dry environment.
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MAINTENANCE
1). Periodically check and maintain proper gear oil level.
2). Every 8 hours, wheel fork (s), wheel hub (s), PTO shaft universal joints (2), and
PTO telescoping surface. (See Figures M-1 & M-2)
NOTE: Use only a grade Type II tube grease.
3). Before each use check to make sure all safety features are installed and work-
ing properly.
4). Keep blades sharp and balanced at all times. When replacing blades, replace
all blades and blade bolts at the same time.
5). Periodically check all nuts and bolts to insure they are tight and secure.
Figure M-1
(grease points
Figure M-2
(U-joints)
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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Follow good shop practices.
Keep service area clean and dry
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Make sure there is plenty ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing vehicle
in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this machine, disengage the PTO, shut off the engine, set the
bakes, and remove the ignition keys.
Be certain all moving parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before at-
tempting to perform maintenance.
Never work under equipment unless it is blocked securely.
Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors,
when performing any service or maintenance.
Frequently check mower blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks and
securely fastened.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws and check that all cotter pins are prop-
erly installed to ensure unit is in safe condition.
When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in service.
After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed from
mower.
Do not allow debris, grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform.
Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing, genu-
ine factory replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original
specifications.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of un-
approved parts and/or accessories.
A fire extinguisher and the first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while perform-
ing maintenance
on this equipment.
STORAGE SAFETY
Following operation, or when unhooking the mower, stop the tractor, set the brakes,
disengage the PTO, shut off the engine and remove the ignition keys.
Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
Do not park equipment where it can be exposed to direct contact to livestock for long
periods of time. Damage and livestock injury could result.
Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface and engage all safety de-
vices.
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SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS
The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration
below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs,
the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that re-
quires your SAFTY AWARENESS
REMEMBER: If safety signs have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts
have been replaced without signs, new safety signs must be applied. New safety
signs are available from your authorized dealer, distributor or factory.
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1
2
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3
4
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5
6
7
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MODEL NO.
DESCRIPTION
SN# XXXXXXXXXX
8
9
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NOTES:
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FLEX HITCH KUTTER
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Ref.
No.
Part Name
Part Number
Rotary Mower Size
4 Ft.
5 Ft.
6 Ft.
5 Ft.
Stainless
1
2
Tire & Rim /w Hub
Wheel Fork Assembly
Wheel Hub Assembly
A-Frame Assembly
A-Frame Height Adjust.
Gear Box
403001
403019
191100
401024
310099
184005
360685
147029
403661
500001
502010
403031
501118
501001
501013
501029
501110
403001
403019
191100
401024
310099
184005
310060
147234
403663
500001
502010
403031
501124
501001
501013
501029
501110
403973
403972
401031
501095
500101
403001
403019
191100
401024
310099
184005
310060
147242
403663
500001
502010
403034
501130
501001
501013
501029
501110
403975
403974
401031
501095
500101
403001
403019
191100
401024
310099
184010
310060
147134
403663
500001
502010
403031
501124
501001
501013
501029
501110
*403973
*403972
401031
501095
500101
3
4
5
6
7
Lift Arm Brace
8
PTO Shaft
9
Lift Arm Assembly
Cat. 1 Lift Pins (Pkg. 2)
Swivel Link Set (Pkg. 2)
Stump Jumper
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Mower Blade Set (Pkg.2)
Blade Bolt Set (Pkg.2)
Wheel Washer Kit
Pivot Shield Kit
17 Castle Nut & Cotter Pin Pkg.
18 Rear Chain Guard (Optional) 403971
19 Front Chain Guard (Optional) 403970
20
21
22
Pivot Bar
401031
501095
500101
Spacer & Bolt Kit
Shear Bolt Kit (Pkg. 5)
*Front & Rear Chain Guards (Standard with 5’ Stainless Steel Kutter)
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SHEAR PIN PTO SHAFT
Ref.
No.
Part Name
147029
500131
151045
147242
500131
151045
147234
500131
151045
1
2
Roll Pin Kit (2pk), (1) 8 x 55mm, (1) 8 x 60mm
Male Tube End Yoke
3
4
Implement End Yoke
Female Tube End Yoke
Tractor End Yoke
151040
151050
151035
151090
151091
170015
170110
124310
124311
151040
151050
151035
151090
151091
170015
170110
124310
124311
151040
151050
151035
151090
151091
170015
170110
124310
124311
5
6
Inner Tube 14 Series
Outer Tube 14 Series
Cross Kit # 4
7
8
9
Quick Disconnect Pin
Safety Shield BYPY
Safety Shield Eurocardan
10
10
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SLIP CLUTCH PTO SHAFT
Ref.
No.
Part Name
147134
170020
170120
151070
151092
Page 34
151065
151093
151055
170110
124315
124316
1
2
Cross Kit
Roll Pin
3
Female Tube End Yoke
Inner Tube
4
5
Slip Clutch Assembly
Male Tube End Yoke
Outer Tube
6
7
8
Tractor End Yoke
Quick Disconnect Pin
Safety Shield BYPY
Safety Shield Eurocardan
9
10
10
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SLIP CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Ref.
No.
Part Name
7”
8”
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Clutch Spring with Compression Bolts (Pkg 8)
500140
196006
196005
196008
196004
147350
196002
196001
500140
196011
196005
196003
196007
147350
195998
196015
Flanged Yoke
Sleeve
Clutch Plate
Friction Hub
Slip Clutch Lock Bolt
Slip Clutch Liner Plate
Pressure Plate
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PTO SHAFTS COVER REMOVAL
BONDIOLI- (BYPY)
(Pictures are on next page)
1). There are 3 white tabs around the cover as shown in (A in FIG. 1). Take a
screwdriver and press against the tabs one at a time with downward angular
pressure toward the end of shaft marked (B in FIG. 2). As you are pressing tab
grasp cover at point marked (B in FIG. 2) and apply pressure against cover in
the direction of arrow, do this for each tab. (Sometimes the other tabs may
relock, if they do you must repeat unlock procedure.) You will feel it click when
the tab releases, after all 3 tabs are released you can slide the cover down the
shaft in direction of (C in FIG. 2).
2) To put cover back into place slide cover back toward end until all the tabs relock.
(You may have to tap lightly with screwdriver or hammer handle).
NOTE: Cover may be longer on some models but, they will come off the
same as above.
EUROCARDAN SERIES 4
1)
First you must locate the black tab (D in FIG. 3) put flat screwdriver in slot in
end of tab and turn until the flat side is pointing towards center of shaft. Once
you do this take the thin flat screwdriver and put into slot labeled (E in FIG. 3)
pry tab all the way out as shown in (FIG. 3)
2). There are 3 white tabs around the cover as shown in (G in FIG. 4). You must
line up cover slots and tabs (as shown in FIG. 4, F & G) Take a screwdriver
and press against the tabs one at a time with downward angular pressure to-
ward the end of shaft. As you are pressing tab grasp cover and apply pressure
against cover in the direction of arrow, (H in FIG-3) do this for each tab.
(Sometimes the other tabs may relock, if they do you must repeat unlock proce-
dure.) You will feel it click when the tab releases, after all 3 tabs are released
you can slide the cover down the shaft in direction of (H in FIG. 3).
3)
To put cover back into place slide cover back toward end (be sure tabs and slots
line up) until all the tabs relock. (You may have to tap lightly with screwdriver or
hammer handle). Once they have relocked replace black tab that was removed
with flat side toward shaft center then turn flat side up to lock in place.
LA MAGDALENA
1)
2)
There are 3 black tabs around the cover (K in FIG. 5). Take a screwdriver and
press against the tabs one at a time with downward angular pressure toward the
end of shaft marked (J in FIG. 5). As you are pressing tab grasp cover at point
marked (J in FIG. 5) and apply pressure against cover in the direction of arrow,
do this for each tab.
To replace slide cover back toward end and line up black tabs with the holes and
lock in place.
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BONDIOLI COVER REMOVAL
FIGURE- 1
FIGURE - 2
EUROCARDAN SERIES 4 COVER REMOVAL
FIGURE - 3
FIGURE - 4
LA MAGDALENA COVER REMOVAL
FIGURE - 5
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PTO SHAFTS COVER REMOVAL
EUROCARDAN SERIES 5
1). There are 2 black tabs around the cover as shown in (B in FIG. 1). Take a flat
screwdriver and pry under the tabs one at a time at point (B in FIG. 2) lifting tab
over on top of (e-shaped lock). After both tabs are released you can slide the
locking ring down the shaft in direction of (C in FIG. 3). Then you will see a
metal e-ring (E in FIG. 4) at point (D in FIG. 4) you must pry under ring and re-
move it, (it will just slide down shaft unless you take PTO apart) then apply pres-
sure against cover (A in FIG. 1) in the direction of arrow and slide cover down
shaft.
2) To put cover back into place slide cover back toward end, making sure cover and
locking mechanism (F in FIG. 4) line up. Replace metal e-ring, slide the locking
ring back into place, be sure the tabs lock securely over locks.
NOTE: Cover may be longer on some models but, they will come off the
same as above.
FIGURE- 1
FIGURE– 2
FIGURE– 4
FIGURE– 3
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40 HP GEARBOX
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Ref.
No.
Part Name
Gearbox
184000
Gearbox
184005
Gearbox
184010
1
2
Snap Ring
Input Seal (NAK 35 x 54 x 10)
Front Cap
106138
156010
129015
124130
131031
131030
155005
185007
186010
155010
129010
185005
-
106138
156010
129015
124130
131031
131030
155005
185010
186010
155010
129010
185006
131045
156005
124131
129005
501110
131035
131040
106138
156010
129015
124130
131031
131030
155005
185010
186005
155010
129010
185006
131045
156005
124131
129005
501110
131035
131040
3
4
Front Cap Gasket
Snap Ring
5
6
Snap Ring
7
Bearing (Hoover 208)
Input Gear
8
9
Input Shaft
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
Bearing (NSK 6207)
Housing
Output Shaft
Spacer
Output Seal (NAK 40 x 54 x 7)
Bottom Cap Gasket
Bottom Cap
156005
124131
129005
501110
131035
131040
1’ Castle Nut /w Washer & Cotter Pin
1/2” Pipe Plug
1/8” Pipe Plug
20
3/8” x 1” Bolt & Lock washer
-
-
-
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1. Limited Warranty.
King Kutter, Inc. (“King Kutter”), P.O. Box 1200, Winfield, Alabama 35594, warrants to the original retail pur-
chaser (“Purchaser”) that the product that is the subject of this sale is free from defects in material and work-
manship at the time of sale.
Under this warranty, King Kutter will repair the defective product free of charge to the Purchaser, with either
new or used and reconditioned replacement parts. All warranty service will be performed at service centers
designated by King Kutter. If King Kutter is unable to repair the product to conform to the warranty after a
reasonable number of attempts, King Kutter will provide, at its option, one of the following: (a) a replacement
for the product or, (b) a full refund of the purchase price. Repair, replacement, or refunds are the Pur-
chaser’s EXCLUSIVE remedies against King Kutter under this limited warranty. King Kutter will not be liable
for any special, incidental or consequential damages based upon breach or warranty, breach of contract, neg-
ligence, strict tort liability, or any other legal theory. Such damages include, but are not limited to, loss of prof-
its, loss of savings or revenue, loss of use of the product or any associated equipment, cost of capital, cost of
any substitute equipment, facilities or services, down time, the claims of third parties including customers, and
injury to property. These limitations also apply, to the extent allowed by law, to personal injury.
The purchaser must notify the Seller in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year
following the date of purchase. If the equipment is used for commercial purposes, the Purchaser must notify
the Seller in writing of any defect in material or workmanship within ninety (90) days following the date of pur-
chase. In no event will King Kutter be liable under this warranty unless written notice is received by the Seller
within one (1) year from the date of original retail sale.
2. Warranty of Title.
King Kutter warrants that it transfers a good title to the product free of any encumbrances, and free of the
rightful claim of any third party for infringement of patent or copyright.
3. What is Not Covered by This Limited Warranty.
King Kutter will not be responsible for damage to or failure in the product which results from accident, misuse,
abuse, neglect, installation of attachments not provided by King Kutter, modifications to the product, or dam-
age caused by use of the product for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
4. No Other Warranties.
Unless modified in writing and signed by both parties, this agreement is understood to be the complete and
exclusive agreement and warranty between King Kutter and Purchaser, superseding all prior agreements,
oral and written, and all other communication between King Kutter and Purchaser related to the subject mat-
ter of this agreement.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUD-
ING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND THE IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No employee of King Kutter nor anyone else is
authorized to make any warranty or representation in addition to or different from those made in this agree-
ment.
5. Allocation of Risk.
This agreement allocates the risk of product failure between King Kutter and the Purchaser. This Allocation is
recognized by both parties as reflected in the price of the goods. The Purchaser acknowledges that he or she
has read this agreement, understands it, and is bound by its terms.
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