Woods Equipment Brush Cutter HC48 User Manual
TM  
HERITAGE  
ROTARY CUTTER  
HC48  
HC54  
HC60  
HC72  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
SAFETY VIDEO ORDER FORM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9  
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11  
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
DEALER CHECK LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34  
INDEX TO PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35  
BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47  
BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48  
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49  
PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51  
REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
MAN0670 (11/16/2007)  
Introduction 3  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
3-Point Hitch:  
HC48, HC54, HC60, HC72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 1 & 2  
Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1" - 9"  
Blade Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1  
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2  
Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heat Treated Alloy Steel  
Blade Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CCW  
Tractor PTO RPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540  
Universal Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 3  
Side Frame Thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Ga  
Tailwheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4" x 16"  
HC48  
HC54  
HC60  
HC72  
Cutting Width  
48"  
54"  
60"  
72"  
Overall Width  
52"  
58"  
64"  
76"  
Weight (Approximate) w/Shear Bolt  
Weight (Approximate) w/Slip Clutch  
Blade Speed (Feet per minute)  
Gearbox  
428 lbs  
439 lbs  
13,028  
1:1.92  
15 - 40  
474 lbs  
485 lbs  
14,657  
1:1.92  
15 - 40  
538 lbs  
549 lbs  
14,335  
1:1.69  
20 - 50  
604 lbs  
615 lbs  
14,963  
1:1.47  
20 - 50  
Recommended Maximum Tractor HP  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
operating conditions. However, through experience  
and these instructions, you should be able to develop  
procedures suitable to your particular situation.  
ꢀ Some illustrations in this manual show the  
equipment with safety shields removed to provide  
a better view. This equipment should never be  
operated with any necessary safety shielding  
removed.  
The illustrations and data used in this manual were cur-  
rent 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.  
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating  
and maintaining your cutter. Read it carefully. It fur-  
nishes information and instructions that will help you  
achieve years of dependable performance. These  
instructions have been compiled from extensive field  
experience and engineering data. Some information  
may be general in nature due to unknown and varying  
Throughout this manual, references are made to right  
and left directions. These are determined by standing  
behind the equipment, facing the direction of forward  
travel. Blade rotation is counterclockwise as viewed  
from the top of the cutter.  
(Rev. 2/15/2008)  
MAN0670 (11/16/2007)  
4 Introduction  
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Safety Video Order Form  
BE SAFE!  
BE ALERT!  
BE ALIVE!  
BE TRAINED  
Before Operating Mowers!  
Safety Training  
Does Make a Difference.  
ASSOCIATION OF  
EQUIPMENT  
MANUFACTURERS  
Free Mower Safety Video  
Fill out and return the order form and we will send you a FREE VHS  
or DVD video outlining Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety  
Practices. The 22 minute video, developed in cooperation with  
AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers), reinforces the  
proper procedures to follow while operating your mowing  
equipment. The video does not replace the information contained in  
the Operator’s Manual, so please review this manual thoroughly  
before operating your new mowing equipment.  
Safety Video Order Form (8/2/2005)  
Safety 5  
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Also, available from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers:  
A large variety of training materials (ideal for groups) are available for a nominal  
charge from AEM. Following is a partial list:  
● Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English  
Contains: DVD & VHS (English)  
Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English)  
AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English)  
AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English)  
● Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English/Spanish  
Contains: DVD & VHS (English/Spanish)  
Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English/Spanish)  
AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English/Spanish)  
AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English/Spanish)  
AEM training packages are available through:  
AEM at: www.aem.org  
or  
Universal Lithographers, Inc.  
Email: aem@ulilitho.com  
800-369-2310 tel  
866-541-1668 fax  
ꢁ
Free Mower/Cutter Safety Video Order Form  
3 (Select one)  
VHS Format - VHS01052 Safety Video  
DVD Format - DVD01052 Safety Video  
ꢀ
ꢀ
Please send me  
Name: ________________________________________ Phone: __________________  
Address: _____________________________________  
_____________________________________  
_____________________________________  
Mower/Cutter Model: ______________________ Serial #: ________________________  
Send to:  
ATTENTION: DEALER SERVICES  
WOODS EQUIPMENT COMPANY  
PO BOX 1000  
OREGON IL 61061-1000  
USA  
Safety Video Order Form (Rev. 2/6/2006)  
6 Safety  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
ꢀ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar  
Safety is a primary concern in the design and  
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our  
spline groove.  
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped  
out by an operator’s single careless act.  
ꢀ Before starting power unit, check all equipment  
driveline guards for damage. Replace any damaged  
guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all  
In addition to the design and configuration of  
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-  
tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-  
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drive-  
cern, judgement, and proper training of  
personnel involved in the operation, transport,  
lines, repair and replace bearings before putting  
equipment into service.  
maintenance, and storage of equipment.  
It has been said, “The best safety device is an  
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be  
that kind of operator.  
ꢀ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or  
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely  
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death  
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable  
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.  
TRAINING  
ꢀ Safety instructions are important! Read all  
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all  
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-  
ment manuals and safety decals are available from  
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check  
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,  
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-  
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules  
can result in serious injury or death.  
ꢀ Inspect chain, rubber, or steel band shielding  
before each use. Replace if damaged.  
ꢀ Remove accumulated debris from this equip-  
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.  
ꢀ Make sure all safety decals are installed.  
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for  
location.)  
ꢀ If you do not understand any part of this manual  
and need assistance, see your dealer.  
ꢀ Make sure shields and guards are properly  
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
ꢀ Know your controls and how to stop engine and  
attachment quickly in an emergency.  
ꢀ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment  
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when  
attachments are in transport position. Without this  
weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result-  
ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained  
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front  
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.  
Do not estimate.  
ꢀ 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.  
ꢀ Never allow children or untrained persons to  
operate equipment.  
PREPARATION  
ꢀ Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or  
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing  
injury or damage.  
ꢀ Check that all hardware is properly installed.  
Always tighten to torque chart specifications  
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.  
ꢀ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing  
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;  
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.  
OPERATION  
ꢀ Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-  
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-  
ing equipment.  
ꢀ Make sure attachment is properly secured,  
adjusted, and in good operating condition.  
(Safety Rules continued on next page)  
Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)  
Safety 7  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)  
ꢀ Stop power unit and equipment immediately  
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,  
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before  
resuming operation.  
ꢀ Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must  
be installed when operating in populated areas or  
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-  
ple or damage property.  
ꢀ Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic  
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,  
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must  
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet  
(92 m).  
system can cause equipment to drop.  
ꢀ Before performing any service or maintenance,  
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.  
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk  
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-  
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from  
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing  
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet  
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).  
MAINTENANCE  
ꢀ Before performing any service or maintenance,  
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.  
ꢀ Before working underneath, disconnect drive-  
line, raise cutter, and block cutter securely.  
Hydraulic system leak down and failure of mechan-  
ical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to  
drop.  
ꢀ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,  
or property.  
ꢀ Do not operate or transport equipment while  
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  
ꢀ Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to  
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-  
nents in any way.  
ꢀ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.  
ꢀ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from  
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all  
moving parts.  
ꢀ Always 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.  
ꢀ Always comply with all state and local lighting  
and marking requirements.  
ꢀ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.  
ꢀ Make sure attachment is properly secured,  
adjusted, and in good operating condition.  
ꢀ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or  
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely  
fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death  
from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable  
ROPS system in “locked up” position at all times.  
ꢀ Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-  
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-  
ing equipment.  
ꢀ Always sit in power unit seat when operating  
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat  
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,  
and ensure all other controls are disengaged  
before starting power unit engine.  
ꢀ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
ꢀ
Make certain all movement of equipment com-  
ponents has stopped before approaching for ser-  
vice.  
ꢀ Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.  
ꢀ Do not operate PTO during transport.  
ꢀ Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,  
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.  
ꢀ Look down and to the rear and make sure area  
is clear before operating in reverse.  
ꢀ Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless  
or improper handling may result in serious injury.  
ꢀ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.  
ꢀ Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-  
denly on slopes.  
ꢀ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement  
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original  
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.  
ꢀ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on  
slopes and rough terrain.  
ꢀ Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque  
ꢀ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during  
operation.  
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are  
8 Safety  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe  
condition before putting unit into service.  
STORAGE  
ꢀ Keep children and bystanders away from stor-  
age area.  
ꢀ Make sure all safety decals are installed.  
ꢀ Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off  
ground. Raise cutter with 3-point hitch. Place  
blocks under cutter side skids. Lower cutter onto  
blocks. Disconnect cutter from tractor 3-point hitch  
and carefully drive tractor away from cutter.  
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for  
location.)  
ꢀ Make sure shields and guards are properly  
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
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(Rev. 5/3/2007)  
Single Spindle Cutter LD/MD (Rev. 10/27/2006)  
Safety 9  
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
Replace Immediately If Damaged!  
MODEL NO.  
SERIAL NO.  
Woods Equipment Company  
Oregon, Illinois, U.S.A.  
1 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE  
6 – PN 20106  
RED REAR REFLECTOR 4.5"  
8 - PN 1006682  
DANGER  
DANGER  
ROTATING DRIVELINE  
ROTATING BLADES AND  
THROWN OBJECTS  
ꢀDo not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is  
CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH  
KEEP AWAY!  
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT -  
running.  
ꢀBefore mowing, clear area of objects that may be thrown by  
blade.  
ꢀAll driveline guards, tractor and  
equipment shields in place  
ꢀKeep bystanders away.  
ꢀDrivelines securely attached at both  
ends  
ꢀKeep guards in place and in good condition.  
BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE  
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.  
ꢀDriveline guards that turn freely on  
driveline  
1006682-A  
(Rev. 2/15/2008)  
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
Replace Immediately If Damaged!  
2 - PN 1006681  
7 - PN 1004114  
WARNING  
DANGER  
If shaft connection is visible, shield  
is missing. Replace shield before  
operating equipment.  
CRUSHING AND PINCHING HAZARD  
1004114  
ꢀ
Be extremely careful handling various parts of the machine.  
They are heavy and hands, fingers, feet, and other body parts  
could be crushed or pinched between tractor and implement.  
ꢀ
ꢀ
Operate tractor controls from tractor seat only.  
10 - PN 33347  
Do not stand between tractor and implement when tractor is  
in gear.  
ꢀ
ꢀ
Make sure parking brake is engaged before going between  
tractor and implement.  
Stand clear of machine while in operation or when it is being  
raised or lowered.  
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD  
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.  
WARNING  
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:  
ꢀ
Read Operator's Manual (available from dealer) and follow all  
safety precautions.  
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
Keep all shields in place and in good condition.  
Operate mower from tractor seat only.  
Lower mower, stop engine and remove key before  
dismounting tractor.  
ꢀ
ꢀ
Allow no children or untrained persons to operate equipment.  
Do not transport towed or semi-mounted units over 20 mph.  
FAILURE TO OPERATE SAFELY CAN  
RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH.  
33347E  
WARNING  
BE CAREFUL!  
FALLING OFF CAN RESULT IN BEING RUN OVER.  
Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety  
decals.  
ꢀ
Tractor must be equipped with ROPS (or ROPS CAB) and seat  
belt. Keep foldable ROPS systems in "locked up" position at  
all times.  
ꢀ
ꢀ
Buckle Up! Keep seat belt securely fastened.  
Allow no riders.  
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.  
RAISED EQUIPMENT CAN DROP AND CRUSH.  
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ꢀ
Before working underneath, follow all instructions and safety  
rules in operator's manual and securely block up all corners  
of equipment with jack stands.  
Securely blocking prevents equipment from dropping from  
hydraulic leakdown, hydraulic system failures or mechanical  
component failures.  
Replacement safety decals can be ordered  
free from your Woods dealer. To locate your  
nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at  
www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United  
States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.  
FALLING OFF OR FAILING TO BLOCK SECURELY CAN RESULT  
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.  
WARNING  
DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF  
540 RPM  
PTO speeds higher than 540 RPM can cause  
equipment failure and personal injury.  
1006681  
(Rev. 2/15/2008)  
Safety 11  
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OPERATION  
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of  
with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front  
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.  
Do not estimate.  
the cutter. The operator must be properly trained.  
Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor,  
and all safety practices before starting operation. Read  
the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 through  
page 11. Be sure to complete the Pre-Operation check  
list on page 17 before operating this cutter.  
This standard-duty cutter is designed for grass and  
weed mowing and shredding.  
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is  
from 2 to 5 mph.  
Figure 1. Tractor Stability  
ATTACH CUTTER TO TRACTOR  
ꢀ Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must  
be installed when operating in populated areas or  
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-  
ple or damage property.  
ꢀ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar  
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,  
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must  
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet  
(92 m).  
ꢀ Keep bystanders away from equipment.  
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk  
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-  
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from  
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing  
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet  
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).  
ꢀ Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.  
CAUTION  
ꢀ Make sure driveline will not bottom out at the  
shortest length and that it has at least 1/3 overlap  
at the longest length.  
ꢀ With cutter adjusted to transport position, set  
upper stop on tractor lift quadrant to prevent deck  
from hitting the driveline when being raised.  
CAUTION  
ꢀ Stop power unit and equipment immediately  
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,  
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before  
resuming operation.  
ꢀ Select a top link mounting pin (maximum length  
3-5/8") that will allow floating link to swing freely  
through the cutter A-frame bars.  
ꢀ 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. Attach tractor 3-point lift arms to the cutter hitch  
pins and secure.  
2. Attach tractor top link to cutter clevis using forward  
hole. Select a top link mounting pin that will allow  
floating link to swing freely through the cutter A-  
frame bars.  
TRACTOR STABILITY  
NOTE: You will need to adjust the top link; refer to  
Top Link Adjustment, page 13.  
3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway  
devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side  
during transport.  
ꢀ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment  
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when  
attachments are in transport position. Without this  
weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result-  
ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained  
4. Adjust tractor drawbar so that it will not interfere  
with cutter or driveline.  
12 Operation  
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NOTE: If you cannot level the cutter using the low-  
est hole in the tractor’s top link bracket, move top  
link to the next hole and level the cutter.  
Top Link Adjustment  
QUICK HITCH ASSEMBLY (HC48 / HC54)  
Refer to Figure 3  
1. Remove brace arms (6), floating link (3), cap screw  
(11), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) from hole  
on top of A-frame bars (5).  
2. Remove hitch pins and place A-frame bars (5) in  
second holes. Install hitch pins and tighten at this  
time.  
3. Attach open end of floating link (3) to hole in A-  
frame bars (5) and secure using cap screw (11),  
sleeve (10), and flange lock nut (9).  
1. Tractor top link  
3. Floating link  
5. A-Frame bars  
4. Attach closed end of floating link (3) to first hole in  
diagonal braces (6), use second hole for sub-  
compact tractors. Secure using cap screw (8),  
spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) supplied in  
hardware bag. Tighten all hardware and hitch pins.  
6. Tractor top link bracket  
Figure 2. Top Link Adjustment  
NOTE: Top hook on quick hitch will pick up on  
sleeve (10). Bottom quick hitch hooks will attach to  
cutter hitch pins. Category I hitch pins will require  
bushings (PN 38214) to be installed over hitch pins  
before connection to quick hitch.  
1. Attach tractor top link (1) to lowest hole provided in  
the tractor’s top link bracket (6).  
2. Attach rear portion of tractor top link to the first hole  
on the cutter floating link (3). Select a top link  
mounting pin that will allow the floating link to  
swing freely through the cutter A-frame bars (5).  
5. Install sleeve (12) over hitch pins and secure with  
klick pin before connecting to quick hitch.  
3. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor  
6. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor  
top link until cutter is level in the raised position.  
top link until cutter is level in the raised position.  
3. Floating link  
5. A-frame  
6. Lift bars  
7. 1/2 x 2-3/4 Spacer  
8. 1/2 NC x 4 Cap screw  
9. 1/2 NC Flange lock nut  
10. 1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16 Sleeve  
11. 1/2 NC x 5 Cap screw  
12. .91 x 1.44 x 1.25 Sleeve  
13. Cat 1 Mounting pin with  
hardware  
Figure 3. Standard Hitch and Quick Hitch Configurations - HC48, HC54  
(Rev. 7/4/2008)  
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3. Floating link  
5. A-frame  
6. Lift bars  
7. 1/2 x 2-3/4 Spacer  
8. 1/2 NC x 4 Cap screw  
9. 1/2 NC Flange lock nut  
10. 1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16 Sleeve  
11. 1/2 NC x 5 Cap screw  
12. .91 x 1.44 x 1.25 Sleeve  
13. Cat 1 Mounting pin with hardware  
Figure 4. Standard Hitch and Quick Hitch Configurations - HC60, HC72  
6. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor  
QUICK HITCH ASSEMBLY (HC60 / HC72)  
top link until cutter is level in the raised position.  
Refer to Figure 4.  
ATTACH CUTTER TO TRACTOR  
Standard Hitch  
1. Remove brace arms (6), floating link (3), cap screw  
(11), spacer (7), and flange lock nut (9) from upper  
hole on A-frame bars (5).  
1. Attach tractor 3-point arms to hitch pins and secure  
2. Remove hitch pins and place sleeves in hole of  
diagonal braces. Install hitch pins and tighten at  
this time.  
with klik pins.  
2. Attach tractor top link to the floating link and adjust  
as necessary. See Top Link Adjustment, page 13.  
3. Attach open end of floating link (3) to second hole  
on top of A-frame bars (5). Secure using cap screw  
(11), sleeve (10), and flange lock nut (9).  
3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway  
devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to  
side.  
4. Attach closed end of floating link (3) to diagonal  
braces (6). Secure using cap screw (8), spacer (7),  
and flange lock nut (9) supplied in hardware bag.  
Tighten all hardware and hitch pins.  
Quick Hitch  
1. Attach tractor 3-point arms to hitch pins and secure  
with klik pins.  
NOTE: Top hook on quick hitch will pick up on  
sleeve (10). Bottom quick hitch hooks will attach to  
cutter hitch pins. Category I hitch pins will require  
bushings (PN 38214) to be installed over hitch pins  
before connection to quick hitch.  
2. Attach tractor with the quick hitch to the cutter and  
secure according to the quick hitch manufacturer's  
instructions. Adjust tractor top link as necessary.  
See Top Link Adjustment, page 13.  
3. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway  
devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to  
side.  
5. Install sleeve (12) over hitch pins and secure with  
klick pin before connecting to quick hitch.  
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If driveline is too long, please follow the instructions for  
shortening the driveline.  
DRIVELINE INSTALLATION (TRACTOR  
PTO)  
SHORTEN DRIVELINE  
1. Move cutter up and down to get the shortest  
possible distance between tractor PTO shaft and  
gearbox input shaft.  
ꢀ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar  
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
2. Separate driveline into two halves and connect  
them to the tractor PTO and gearbox.  
To Install:  
3. Place driveline halves parallel to one another to  
Pull locking collar back and at the same time push the  
driveline onto tractor PTO shaft until locking device  
engages.  
determine how much to shorten the driveline.  
To Remove:  
Hold driveline into position, pull locking collar back, and  
slide driveline off tractor PTO shaft.  
DP2  
Figure 6. Drive Halves Placed Parallel  
4. Measure from end of the upper shield to the base  
of the bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-9/16" to  
dimension (A). See Figure 7.  
Figure 5. Lock Collar  
DRIVELINE ADJUSTMENT  
Attach the cutter to the tractor 3-point hitch (or quick  
hitch if available). Do not attach driveline. Raise and  
lower cutter to determine maximum and minimum dis-  
tance between the tractor PTO shaft and the gearbox  
input shaft. If the distance is too large, the driveline will  
be too short for proper engagement. If distance is too  
small, the driveline may bottom out in operation  
and damage the cutter or tractor.  
A
1-9/16"  
The driveline length must be sufficient to provide at  
least 1/3 driveline length of engagement during normal  
operation. There must be at least 4 inches of engage-  
ment at the cutter’s lowest possible point of operation.  
Driveline must not bottom out when raised to the maxi-  
mum height possible.  
DP3  
Figure 7. Determine Shield Length  
If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer  
for a longer driveline.  
5. Cut the shield to the overall dimension.  
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2. Slowly lift cutter and observe driveline. If clearance  
between driveline and cutter deck is less than 1  
inch, shorten top link or limit upper travel of lower  
hitch arms. Refer to tractor operator's manual for  
instructions.  
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT  
ꢀ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
DP4  
ꢀ Avoid low cutting heights. Striking the ground  
with blades produces one of the most damaging  
shock loads a cutter can encounter. Allowing  
blades to contact ground repeatedly will cause  
damage to cutter and drive.  
Figure 8. Cut Shield  
6. Place the cutoff portion of the shield against the  
end of the shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut  
the shaft.  
1. Level cutter from side to side. Check by measuring  
from cutter frame to the ground at each deck rail.  
2. Adjust, using tractor 3-point arm leveling device.  
NOTE: Keep the front of cutter slightly lower than  
rear for best mowing.  
3. Control cutting height with tractor 3-point arms,  
rear tailwheel adjustment.  
4. To raise rear of cutter, move tailwheel arm down.  
5. To raise front of cutter, raise tractor 3-point arms.  
The cutting height is the distance between the blade  
and the ground. The blades are approximately 5.5"  
below the deck. To check cutting height, do the follow-  
ing:  
DP5  
Figure 9. Cut Shaft to Length  
7. Repeat step 6 for the other half of the drive.  
8. File and clean cut ends of both drive halves.  
a) Place a straight edge along top edge of deck.  
b) Select a cutting height; as an example, for an  
approximate cutting height of 3", set the center of  
the deck 8.5" above the ground:  
3" Desired cutting height  
+ 5.5" Distance blade cutting edge is below deck  
= 8.5" Distance from top of deck to the ground  
Do not use tractor if proper driveline engagement can-  
not be obtained through these methods.  
Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the  
spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locks  
driveline to PTO shaft.  
c) Adjust the front-to-rear attitude, the rear should be  
from 1/2" to 3/4" higher than the front.  
NOTICE  
ꢀ If attaching with quick hitch, the distance  
between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft  
will increase. Please follow the steps as you would  
for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement.  
DRIVELINE INTERFERENCE CHECK  
1. Check for clearance between driveline and cutter  
deck.  
Figure 10. Cutting Height Adjustment  
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SHREDDING MATERIAL  
STORAGE  
For shredding, set the cutter lower at rear. Determine  
how much lower to set the rear by experimenting in dif-  
ferent situations.  
ꢀ Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off  
ground. Raise cutter with 3-point hitch. Place  
blocks under cutter side skids. Lower cutter onto  
blocks. Disconnect cutter from tractor 3-point hitch  
and carefully drive tractor away from cutter.  
OPERATING TECHNIQUE  
1. Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the  
tractor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 rpm. Know how  
to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an  
emergency.  
ꢀ Keep children and bystanders away from stor-  
age area.  
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST  
2. Engage PTO at a low engine rpm to minimize  
stress on the drive system and gearbox. With PTO  
engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 rpm and  
maintain throughout cutting operation.  
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY  
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety  
decal instructions on page 7 through page 11.  
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely  
attached to tractor.  
Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with  
replacement fiber disc or a shear bolt. The slip  
clutch is designed to slip and the shear bolt will  
shear when excessive torsion loads occur.  
___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin  
or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in trac-  
tor PTO spline groove.  
3. Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground  
speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the  
tractor engine. Use a slow ground speed for better  
shredding.  
___ Set tractor PTO at 540 rpm.  
___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure  
PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated.  
___ Check to be sure gear lube runs out the small  
check plug on side of gearbox.  
Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain  
and the material’s height, type, and density.  
___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and  
secured.  
Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph.  
Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed;  
thin, medium-height material can be cut at a faster  
ground speed.  
___ Check that blades are sharp and secure and cut-  
ting edge is positioned to lead in a counterclock-  
wise rotation.  
___ Check that shields and guards are properly  
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
4. Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm to maintain  
proper blade speed and to produce a clean cut.  
5. Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down  
some grass and prevent cutting at the same height  
as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce  
your ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 rpm.  
The lower ground speed will permit grass to  
rebound partially.  
___ Check cutting height, front-to-rear attitude, and  
top link adjustment.  
___ Place tractor PTO and transmission in neutral  
before starting engine.  
___ Inspect area to be cut and remove stones,  
branches, or other hard objects that might be  
thrown and cause injury or damage.  
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OWNER SERVICE  
The information in this section is written for operators  
2. Consider the overall stability of the blocked unit.  
Just placing jackstands underneath will not ensure  
your safety.  
who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help,  
your dealer has trained service technicians available.  
For your protection, read and follow the safety informa-  
tion in this manual  
The working surface must be level and solid to  
support the weight on the jackstands. Make sure  
jackstands are stable, both top and bottom. Make  
sure cutter is approximately level.  
3. With full cutter weight lowered onto jackstands, test  
ꢀ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
blocking stability before working underneath.  
4. If cutter is attached to tractor when blocking, set  
the brakes, remove key, and block cutter before  
working underneath.  
CAUTION  
5. Securely block rear tractor wheels, in front and  
behind. Tighten tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway  
mechanism to prevent side-to-side movement.  
ꢀ If you do not understand any part of this manual  
and need assistance, see your dealer.  
ꢀ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing  
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;  
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.  
LUBRICATION INFORMATION  
1. Do not let excess grease collect on or around  
parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas.  
2. See Figure 11 for lubrication points and frequency  
of lubrication based on normal operating  
conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may  
require more frequent lubrication.  
BLOCKING METHOD  
3. Use a lithium grease of #2 consistency with a  
MOLY (molybdenum disulfide) additive for all  
locations unless otherwise noted. Be sure to clean  
fittings thoroughly before attaching grease gun.  
One good pump of most guns is sufficient when the  
lubrication schedule is followed.  
ꢀ Before performing any service or maintenance,  
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.  
ꢀ 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.  
Gearbox Lubrication  
1. For gearbox, use a high quality gear oil with a  
viscosity index of 80W or 90W and an API service  
rating of GL-4 or -5 in gearboxes.  
2. Fill gearbox until oil runs out the side plug on  
gearbox. Check gearbox daily for evidence of  
leakage, and contact your dealer if leakage occurs.  
Driveline Lubrication  
To minimize the potential hazards of working under-  
neath the cutter, follow these procedures.  
1. Lubricate the driveline slip joint every eight  
operating hours. Failure to maintain proper  
lubrication could result in damage to U-joints,  
gearbox, and driveline.  
1. Jackstands with a load rating of 1000 lbs or more  
are the only approved blocking device for this  
cutter. Install a minimum of four jackstands (shown  
by Xs in Figure 11) under each corner of the cutter  
before working underneath unit.  
2. Lower cutter to ground, disconnect driveline from  
tractor PTO shaft, and slide halves apart but do not  
disconnect from each other.  
Do not position jackstands under wheels, axles, or  
wheel supports. Components can rotate and cause  
cutter to fall.  
3. Apply a bead of grease completely around male  
half where it meets female half. Slide drive halves  
over each other several times to distribute grease.  
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1. Front U-joint . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 hrs  
X= JACKSTAND PLACEMENT  
2. Slip joint (apply  
grease to inner shaft) . . . . . 8 hrs  
3. Rear U-joint. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 hrs  
4. Gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daily  
5. Tailwheel pivot tube . . . . . . 8 hrs  
6. Tailwheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 hrs  
7. Plastic shield bearings . . . . 8 hrs  
Figure 11. Jackstand Placement and Lubrication Points  
3. Align crossbar (8) with blade access hole in the  
BLADE SERVICING  
Blade Removal  
cutter frame. Remove blade pin nut (14) and lock  
washer (15). Carefully drive pin (12) out of  
crossbar.  
NOTICE  
4. Rotate crossbar and repeat for opposite blade.  
ꢀ If blade pin is seized in crossbar and extreme  
force will be needed to remove it, support crossbar  
from below to prevent gearbox damage.  
Blade Installation  
CAUTION  
ꢀ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement  
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original  
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.  
ꢀ Crossbar rotation is counterclockwise when  
looking down on cutter. Be sure to install blade cut-  
ting edge to lead in counterclockwise rotation.  
8. Crossbar  
9. Blade  
12. Blade pin  
13. Stump jumper  
14. Blade pin nut  
15. Blade pin lock washer  
NOTICE  
ꢀ Always replace or sharpen both blades at the  
same time.  
Refer to Figure 12.  
1. Inspect blade pin (12) for nicks or gouges, and if  
you find any replace the blade pin.  
Figure 12. Blade Assembly  
1. Disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.  
2. Raise cutter and block securely (see Figure 11).  
2. Insert blade pin through the blade (9). Blade  
should swivel on blade pin; if it doesn’t, determine  
the cause and correct.  
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3. Align crossbar (8) with blade access hole in cutter  
frame. Apply a liberal coating of Never Seez® or  
equivalent to blade pin and crossbar hole. Make  
sure blade offset is away from cutter. Push blade  
pin through crossbar.  
1. Turn off tractor engine and remove key.  
2. Loosen nuts on springs until the springs can rotate  
freely, yet remain secure on the bolts.  
3. Mark outer plates of slip-disc clutch as shown in  
Figure 14.  
4. Insert lock washer (15) and nut (14) through blade  
access hole in the cutter frame. Install on blade pin  
(12) and tighten to 450 lbs-ft using a 1-11/16"  
socket.  
4. Securely attach implement to the tractor and start  
the tractor.  
5. Engage PTO for several seconds then quickly  
disengage it.  
Blade Sharpening  
6. Turn tractor off and remove key.  
NOTICE  
ꢀ Closely inspect blades for cracks or nicks,  
replace damaged blades in sets.  
7. The friction lining plates should have "slipped".  
Check the marks placed on the outer plates of the  
slip-disc clutch in step 3 to make sure this is the  
case.  
ꢀ When sharpening blades, grind the same  
amount on each blade to maintain balance.  
Replace blades in pairs. Unbalanced blades will  
cause excessive vibration, which can damage  
gearbox bearings. Vibration may also cause struc-  
tural cracks to cutter.  
8. If clutch does not slip, check assembly for oil,  
grease and debris. Clean if necessary.  
9. Reassemble clutch and tighten bolts no more than  
1/8 of a turn at a time until desired setting of 1.26"  
is reached as shown in Figure 14.  
1. Sharpen both blades at the same time to maintain  
balance. Follow original sharpening pattern.  
10. If excessive slippage continues, check lining plates  
for excessive wear. They are 1/8" thick when new  
and should be replaced after 1/32" of wear to  
ensure proper operation.  
2. Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge—leave at  
least a 1/16" blunt edge.  
3. Do not sharpen back side of blade.  
Figure 13. Blade Sharpening  
SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT  
The slip clutch is designed to slip so that the gearbox  
and driveline are protected if the cutter strikes an  
obstruction.  
A new slip clutch or one that has been in storage over  
the winter may seize. Before operating the cutter, make  
sure it will slip by performing the following operation:  
Figure 14. Slip Clutch Assembly  
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DRIVELINE SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT  
Rear Band  
Inspect rear band each day of operation and replace if  
bent, cracked or broken.  
NOTICE  
ꢀ Always use approved 1/2" NC x 3" grade 2 shear  
bolt as a replacement part. Using a hardened bolt  
or shear pin may result in damage to driveline or  
gearbox.  
Rubber Shielding  
Inspect rubber shielding each day of operation and  
replace if cracked or broken.  
1. Remove driveline shield bell (1).  
2. Remove damaged shear bolt (4).  
Optional Chain Shielding  
3. Rotate driveline to align holes in yoke and shaft.  
Install shear bolt and secure with lock nut. Replace  
driveline shield bell.  
Inspect chain shielding each day of operation and  
replace any broken or missing chains as required.  
CLEANING  
After Each Use  
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Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,  
crop residue, etc. from machine.  
Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged  
parts.  
Replace any safety decals that are missing or not  
readable.  
Periodically or Before Extended Storage  
1. Drive shield  
2. Gearbox input shaft  
3. 1/2 NC Lock nut  
4. 1/2 NC x 3 Cap screw GR2  
5. Gearbox  
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Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,  
crop residue, etc. from machine.  
●
Remove the remainder using a low-pressure water  
spray.  
1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn  
safety decals or near edges of decals as water  
spray can peel decal off surface.  
6. Retaining ring  
Figure 15. Shear Bolt Driveline Assembly  
2. Be careful when spraying near chipped or  
scratched paint as water spray can lift paint.  
SHIELDING REPAIR  
3. If a pressure washer is used, follow the advice  
of the pressure washer manufacturer.  
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Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged  
parts.  
ꢀ Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding,  
designed to reduce the possibility of thrown  
objects, must be installed when operating in popu-  
lated areas or other areas where thrown objects  
could injure people or damage property. If this  
machine is not equipped with full chain, rubber, or  
steel band shielding, operation must be stopped  
when anyone comes within 300 feet.  
Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of  
missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of  
matching color (purchase from your Woods  
dealer).  
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Replace any safety decals that are missing or not  
readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer).  
See Safety Decals section for location drawing.  
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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.  
Streaking conditions in swath  
Conditions too wet for mowing  
Allow grass to dry before mowing.  
Blades unable to cut that part of  
grass pressed by path of tractor  
tires  
Slow ground speed of tractor but  
keep engine running at full PTO  
RPM. Cutting lower will help.  
Dull blades  
Sharpen or replace blades.  
Material discharges from cutter  
unevenly; bunches of material  
along swath  
Material too high and too much  
material  
Reduce ground speed but  
maintain 540 RPM at tractor PTO  
or make two passes over material.  
Raise cutter for the first pass and  
lower to desired height for the  
second and cut at 90° to first pass.  
Raise rear of cutter high enough to  
permit material to discharge but  
not so high as to cause conditions  
listed above.  
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.  
Install new shear bolt.  
Cutter will not cut  
(Shear bolt drive only)  
Shear bolt sheared  
Slip clutch slipping  
Cutter will not cut all the time  
(Slip clutch drive only)  
Adjust slip clutch according to  
instructions in Slip Clutch  
Adjustment, page 20.  
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DEALER SERVICE  
The information in this section is written for dealer ser-  
Leakage can occur at the vertical or horizontal gaskets  
and shaft seals.  
vice personnel. The repair described here 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.  
Leakage at the horizontal gasket or seal can be  
repaired without removing the gearbox from the cutter.  
Seal Installation  
NOTE: Proper seal installation is important. An improp-  
erly installed seal will leak.  
ꢀ Before working underneath, disconnect drive-  
line, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and  
block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down  
and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can  
cause equipment to drop.  
1. Clean area in housing where seal outer diameter  
(OD) seats. Apply a thin coat of Permatex.  
2. Inspect area of shaft where seal seats. Remove  
any burrs or nicks with an emery cloth.  
ꢀ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
3. Lubricate gear shaft and seal lips.  
4. Place seal squarely on housing, spring-loaded lip  
toward housing. Select a piece of pipe or tubing  
with an OD that will sit on the outside edge of the  
seal but will clear the housing. Tubing with an OD  
that is too small will bow seal cage and ruin seal.  
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.  
5. Carefully press seal into housing, avoiding  
distortion to the metal seal cage.  
GEARBOX MAINTENANCE  
1. Seal  
r tube  
2. Pipe o  
3. Seal seat  
4. Casting  
NOTE: Read this entire section before starting any  
repair. Many steps are dependent on each other.  
1. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it  
Pipe or tube  
must press  
at outer  
runs out the side level plug.  
NOTE: Repair to this gearbox is limited to replac-  
ing bearings, seals, and gaskets. Replacing gears,  
shafts, and a housing is not cost effective. Pur-  
chasing a complete gearbox is more economical.  
.
edge of seal  
2. Inspect gearbox for leakage and bad bearings.  
Leakage is a very serious problem and must be  
corrected immediately. Bearing failure is indicated  
by excessive noise and side-to-side or end-play in  
gear shafts.  
Incorrect  
Installation  
Seal Replacement  
Recommended sealant for gearbox repair is Perma-  
tex® Aviation 3D Form-A-Gasket or equivalent.  
Figure 16. Seal Installation  
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2. Remove oil cap (23) (to be replaced).  
Vertical Shaft Repair (Flat Top) (Figure 17)  
3. Remove snap ring (12) and shim (15) from input  
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the  
shaft (3).  
gearbox.  
4. Support gearbox in hand press and push on input  
2. Remove vent plug (27) and siphon gear lube from  
shaft (3) to remove bearing (9) and spacer (14).  
housing through this opening.  
5. Remove top cover (25) from housing. Remove  
3. Remove crossbar (see Crossbar Removal, page  
27).  
gear (1) from inside housing.  
6. Remove oil seal (22) from front of housing (to be  
4. Remove vertical shaft seal (21). Replace with new  
seal (see Seal Installation, page 23).  
replaced).  
7. Remove snap ring (12) and shim (15) from front of  
Vertical seal should be recessed in housing. Hori-  
zontal seal should be pressed flush with outside of  
housing.  
housing (2).  
8. Remove input bearing (8) by using a punch and  
hammer from outside of housing.  
NOTE: Distortion to seal cage or damage to seal  
lip will cause seal to leak.  
9. Support housing in vise in a horizontal position.  
5. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it  
10. The castle nut (17), cotter pin (28), washer (18),  
and hub (24) are already removed with the stump  
jumper/crossbar. Remove the snap ring (10),  
washer (19), and seal (21).  
runs out the level plug.  
6. Remove and replace any seal damaged in  
installation.  
11. Remove cotter pin (11), castle nut (16), and washer  
Horizontal Leak Repair (Flat Top) (Figure 17)  
(20) from output shaft (4).  
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the  
12. Remove output shaft (4) by using a punch and  
gearbox.  
hammer and tap on top to drive down.  
2. Remove vent plug (27) and siphon gear lube from  
13. Remove gear (5) and shim (15) from inside  
housing through this opening.  
housing.  
3. If the leak occurred at either end of horizontal shaft,  
remove oil cap (23) and/or oil seal (22). Replace  
with new one (refer to Seal Installation, page 23).  
14. Remove bearing (7) by using a punch and hammer  
from the top, outside the housing.  
15. Support housing upside down (top cover surface)  
and remove bearing (6) by using a punch and  
hammer from the bottom side of the housing.  
4. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it  
runs out the level plug.  
16. Inspect gears for broken teeth and wear. Some  
wear is normal and will show on loaded side.  
Forged gear surfaces are rough when new. Check  
that wear pattern is smooth.  
GEARBOX REPAIR (FLAT TOP) (Figure 17)  
NOTE: Repair to this gearbox is limited to replacing  
bearings, seals, and gaskets. Replacing gears, shafts,  
and a housing is not cost effective. Purchasing a com-  
plete gearbox is more economical.  
17. Inspect vertical and horizontal shafts for grooves,  
nicks, or bumps in the areas where the seals seat.  
Resurface any damage with emery cloth.  
Disassemble Gearbox  
1. Remove 3/8" plug from side of gearbox and pour  
18. Inspect housing and caps for cracks or other  
out gear oil.  
damage.  
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1. Crown gear  
2. Gearbox housing  
3. Input shaft  
15. Shim kit  
16. Castle nut  
17. Castle nut metric M24 x 2  
18. Washer  
19. Protective washer  
20. Flat washer  
4. Output shaft  
5. Gear pinion  
6. Bearing  
7. Bearing  
8. Bearing  
21. Metric seal 40 x 80 x 12  
22. Oil seal  
9. Ball bearing 6207  
10. Internal retainer ring  
11. Cotter pin  
23. Oil cup  
25. Top cover  
26. Cap screw 8 mm x 16 (8.8)  
27. Vent plug  
12. Snap ring  
13. Snap ring  
28. Cotter pin  
14. Spacer 35.3 x 48.25  
Figure 17. Gearbox Assembly (Flat Top Gearbox)  
6. Press gear (5) onto output shaft (4) and secure  
Reassemble Gearbox  
with washer (20), castle nut (16), and cotter pin  
(11).  
1. Clean housing, paying specific attention to areas  
where gaskets will be installed.  
7. Apply grease to lower seal lips (21) and press seal  
(21) over output shaft (4), using a tube of the  
correct diameter. Be sure not to damage the seal  
lip.  
2. Wash housing and all components thoroughly.  
Select a clean area for gearbox assembly. Replace  
all seals, bearings, and gaskets. All parts must be  
clean and lightly oiled before reassembling.  
Press in housing so that seal is recessed. Insert  
protective washer (19) by hand. Install snap ring  
(10) and position it together with dual lip seal (21)  
by pressing it into position. Verify that snap ring is  
seated correctly.  
3. Insert output bearings (6 & 7) in the housing, using  
a round tube of the correct diameter and a hand  
press.  
4. Slide output shaft (4) through both bearings (6 & 7)  
8. Press bearing (8) into the housing, using a round  
tube of the correct diameter and a hand press.  
Secure with shim (15) and snap ring (12).  
until it rests against bearing (6).  
5. Slide shim (15) over output shaft (4).  
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9. Secure snap ring (13) on input shaft (3) if not  
GEARBOX REPAIR  
(ON CAST/CROWN TOP) (Figure 18)  
already secure.  
Refer to Figure 18.  
10. Place gear (1) through top of housing and align  
gear (1) and gear (5) so that gear teeth are a  
match.  
NOTE: Repair to this gearbox is limited to replacing  
bearings, seals, and gaskets. Replacing gears, shafts,  
and a housing is not cost effective. Purchasing a com-  
plete gearbox is more economical.  
11. While holding gear (1) in place, slide input shaft (3)  
through gear (1) and bearing (8). Align splines on  
shaft (3) and gear (1).  
NOTE: Replacing a complete flat top gearbox with  
a complete crown top gearbox will require replac-  
ing the cross bar assembly. See pages 36 and 37.  
12. Slide spacer (14) over input shaft (3) and press  
bearing onto input shaft (3), using a round tube of  
the correct diameter and a hand press.  
Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move without  
mechanical assistance.  
13. Slide shim (15) over input shaft (3) and secure with  
Vertical Shaft Repair (Cast/Crown Top)  
snap ring (12).  
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the  
14. Check input shaft end float by moving the input  
shaft (3) by hand. If end float is higher than 0.012”,  
insert shim between input shaft (3) and rear  
bearing (8). Repeat until end float is less than  
0.012". Check rotational torque by hand. The  
torque should be less than 2.2 lbs-inch.  
gearbox. See Figure 18, page 27.  
2. Remove vent plug (9) and siphon gear lube from  
housing through this opening.  
3. Remove crossbar (see Crossbar Removal, page  
27).  
4. Remove output cap (17) and output seal (16) by  
removing four cap screws (13) and washers (12).  
Replace with new seal (see Seal Installation,  
page 23).  
15. Check that the gear backlash is between 0.006"  
and 0.016". You should not have to adjust the  
backlash.  
16. Press in input oil seal (22), using tube of correct  
Vertical seal should be recessed in output cap.  
diameter. Be careful not to damage seal lip.  
NOTE: Distortion to seal cage or damage to seal  
lip will cause seal to leak.  
17. Press oil cap (23) on to cover the rear of housing,  
using a tube of the correct diameter.  
5. Secure output cap (17) on to bottom of gearbox  
using four cap screws (13) and lock washers (12).  
18. Check gearbox housing for leaks by plugging all  
holes except one. Apply 4 psi compressed air and  
immerse the gearbox in water to verify that there  
are no leaks.  
NOTE: Make sure output gasket (10) and (11) are  
in place.  
6. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it  
runs out the side level plug.  
19. Remove gearbox from water and dry off with  
compressed air. Add SAE 80W or 90W EP oil until  
it runs out of side level hole. Tighten all plugs.  
7. Remove and replace any seal damaged in  
installation.  
Horizontal Leak Repair (Cast/Crown Top)  
Reinstall Gearbox  
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the  
gearbox.  
NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move  
2. Remove vent plug (9) and siphon gear lube from  
without mechanical assistance.  
housing through this opening.  
1. Set gearbox on cutter and fasten with bolts and  
3. Remove input seal (4). Replace with new one  
(refer to Seal Installation, page 23).  
nuts. Torque bolts to 175 lbs-ft  
2. Attach crossbar (See Crossbar Installation, page  
28).  
4. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it  
runs out the side level plug.  
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1. Housing  
2. Inspection cover  
3. 22 Tooth gear  
4. Input seal  
5. Input shaft  
6. Retaining ring  
7. Gear spacer  
8. Retaining ring  
9. M18 x 1.5 Vent plug  
10. Output gasket (0.30)  
11. Output gasket (0.13)  
12. Lock washer  
13. M10 x 1.5 x 25 Cap screw  
14. 1" - 14 Slotted flange nut  
15. Cotter pin  
16. Output seal  
17. Output cap  
18. Output bearing spacer  
19. 15 Tooth output shaft & pinion  
20. Ball bearing 208  
21. Ball bearing 207  
22. Sealing washer  
23. Lock washer M8  
24. M8 x 1.5 x 25 Cap screw  
Figure 18. Gearbox Assembly (Cast/Crown Top Gearbox)  
5. Position tube assembly (5) with threaded nut  
toward crossbar for puller screw removal or down  
for hydraulic jack removal.  
CROSSBAR REMOVAL  
1. It is necessary to gain access to bottom side of  
cutter for crossbar removal. See Blocking  
Method, page 18.  
6. For removal with puller screw, attach tube (5) to  
each clevis with bolts (2) and nuts (3). Place pad  
(4) in nut and thread puller screw (6) into nut from  
bottom. Tighten until pad is solid against gearbox  
shaft. For best results, strike head of puller screw  
with a hammer while tightening with a wrench.  
NOTE: You will need to use either the puller screw  
(Item 6, ) or a small hydraulic jack to remove the  
crossbar.  
2. To make crossbar removal easier, remove blades.  
7. For removal with a jack, attach tube to each clevis  
with puller links (7), bolts (2), and nuts (3). Place  
jack on tube with end of jack pressing against  
gearbox shaft. Slowly apply force with jack.  
See Blade Removal, page 19.  
3. Remove cotter pin, castle nut, and washer from  
bottom of crossbar.  
4. Attach a clevis (1) to each end of crossbar, using  
blade pins, spacers, keyhole plates, and blade pin  
clips. See Figure 19.  
NOTE: Hydraulic jack will not operate if tipped  
more than 90-degrees. Use care to prevent bend-  
ing crossbar during removal.  
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1. Clevis  
2. 5/8 NC x 4 Cap screw  
3. 5/8 NC Hex nut  
4. Pad assembly  
5. Tube assembly  
6. Screw assembly  
7. Puller link  
Figure 19. Crossbar Removal  
2. Install crossbar (2) on splined shaft. Install washer,  
CROSSBAR INSTALLATION  
castle nut, and cotter pin. Torque nut to200 lbs-ft.  
1. Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface  
rust, Loctite® and foreign material from hub,  
splined gearbox, vertical shaft, and crossbar as  
shown in Figure 20.  
3. Install the blades. See Blade Installation, page 19  
Figure 20.  
Figure 21  
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2. With snap rings removed, support drive in vise,  
hold yoke in hand and tap on yoke to drive cup up  
out of yoke. See Figure 24.  
UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR  
1. Yoke  
2. Cup and bearing  
3. Snap ring  
4. Journal cross  
Figure 24. Remove Cups  
3. Clamp cup in vise as shown in Figure 25 and tap  
on yoke to completely remove cup from yoke.  
Repeat Step 2 and Step 3 for opposite cup.  
Figure 22. Universal Joint Parts Breakdown  
U-Joint Disassembly  
1. Remove external snap rings from yokes in four  
locations as shown in Figure 23.  
Figure 25. Remove Cups  
4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure 26  
and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat Step 3 for  
final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift  
and hammer.  
Figure 23. Remove Snap Ring  
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3. Seat cups by placing a drift or socket (slightly  
smaller than the cup) on cup and rap with a  
hammer. See Figure 27. Install snap ring and  
repeat on opposite cup  
4. Repeat Step 1 and Step 2 to install remaining cups  
in remaining yoke.  
5. Move both yokes in all directions to check for free  
movement. If movement is restricted, rap on yokes  
sharply with a hammer to relieve any tension.  
Repeat until both yokes move in all directions  
without restriction.  
Figure 26. Remove Cups  
U-Joint Assembly  
1. Place seals securely on bearing cups. Insert cup  
into yoke from outside and press in with hand  
pressure as far as possible. Insert journal cross  
into bearing cup with grease fitting away from  
shaft. Be careful not to disturb needle bearings.  
Insert another bearing cup directly across from first  
cup and press in as far as possible with hand  
pressure.  
2. Trap cups in vise and apply pressure. Be sure  
journal cross is started into bearings and continue  
pressure with vise, squeezing in as far as possible.  
Tapping the yoke will help.  
Figure 27. Install Cups  
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ASSEMBLY  
(92 m).  
DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS  
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk  
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-  
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from  
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing  
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet  
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).  
Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the  
Woods dealer. It should be delivered to the owner com-  
pletely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted for normal  
cutting conditions.  
The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly  
will be easier if aligned and loosely assembled before  
tightening hardware. Recommended torque values for  
hardware are located in the Bolt Torque Chart, page  
47.  
ꢀ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar  
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
Complete Dealer Check Lists, page 34 when you  
have completed the assembly.  
CAUTION  
ꢀ Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must  
be installed when operating in populated areas or  
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-  
ple or damage property.  
ꢀ 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.  
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,  
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must  
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet  
1. Diagonal brace  
2. Tailwheel bracket  
3. Tailwheel  
10  
9
C
4
4. Height adjustment  
5. 5/8 NC x 2 HHCS  
6. 5/8 NC Flange  
A
B
lock nut  
5
9. 1/2 NC x 1-1/2  
HHCS  
2
6
3
10. 1/2 NC Flange  
lock nut  
1
11. A-Frame bar  
11  
A. Diagonal brace &  
Tailwheel bracket  
mounting hole  
B. Driveline  
C. Clutch shield  
DP1  
Figure 28. Shipping Configuration  
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DISASSEMBLE SHIPPING UNIT  
INSTALL DRIVELINE  
Remove all parts that are wired and strapped to cutter.  
Select either the standard shear bolt or optional slip  
clutch driveline.  
Remove cap screws (5) and flange lock nuts (6) that  
are securing tailwheel bracket (2) to the tailwheel  
bracket mounting holes (A).  
Shear Bolt Driveline  
ASSEMBLE CUTTER  
NOTICE  
1. Attach tailwheel bracket (2) to cutter on the inside  
of tailwheel pivot holes (A) using cap screw (5) and  
flange lock nut (6) previously removed. Tighten  
hardware finger tight.  
■ A grade 2 bolt must be used for the shear bolt to  
provide gearbox protection.  
1. Position clutch shield (5) against gearbox. Secure  
using cap screw (7), lock washers (8), and flat  
washers (9). Torque hardware to 12 lbs-ft.  
NOTE: Make sure grease fitting on tube is on top  
when installing tailwheel.  
2. Select desired height adjustment holes (4), and  
secure tailwheel bracket with cap screws (9) and  
flange lock nuts (10). Cutting height adjustment will  
be necessary when cutter is fully assembled. See  
page 16.  
2. To prevent seal damage, carefully push driveline  
onto gearbox input shaft until it contacts the  
gearbox housing.  
3. Place retaining ring (6) in slot on input shaft and  
3. Loosen hitch pins, rotate A-frame bars (11) up and  
align diagonal brace bars (1) with tailwheel pivot  
holes (A) and the inside of tailwheel bracket (2).  
Secure using cap screw (5) and flange lock nut (6)  
previously installed.  
snap into place.  
4. Align the holes in the driveline yoke and gearbox  
input shaft. Install and tighten shear bolt (4) and  
nut (3).  
4. Disassemble clevis and A-Frame bars and attach  
diagonal braces to the outside of A-Frame bars.  
Secure all bars, clevis and sleeve with previously  
used hardware.  
5. Lubricate rear driveline half and install front  
driveline half.  
6. Attach tether chain (if equipped) to clutch shield  
5. Tighten all hardware on cutter.  
(5).  
6. Raise rear of cutter and insert tailwheel assembly  
(3) into tailwheel bracket (2). Secure with washer  
(8) and spiral pin (7).  
1. Driveline shield  
2. Input shaft  
3. 1/2 NC Lock nut  
1. Diagonal brace  
2. Tailwheel bracket  
3. Tailwheel  
8. Flat washer, 33 mm  
4. 1/2 NC x 3 Cap screw GR2 (Shear Bolt)  
5. Clutch shield  
9. 1/2 NC x 1-1/2  
HHCS  
6. Retaining ring  
10. 1/2 NC Flange lock  
nut  
4. Height adjustment  
5. 1/2 NC x 2 HHCS  
6. 1/2 NC Flange lock  
washer  
7. M8 x 1.25P x 20 mm Cap screw  
8. 5/16 Lock washer  
11. A-Frame bar  
A. Diagonal brace &  
Tailwheel bracket  
mounting hole  
9. 5/16 Flat washer  
* Items 3, 4, & 6 are in manual tube.  
7. Spiral pin  
Figure 29. Tailwheel Installation  
Figure 30. Shear Bolt Driveline Assembly  
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Driveline Slip Clutch  
INSTALL SAFETY SHIELDING  
Optional Chain Shielding  
NOTICE  
■ A grade 8 bolt must be used to attach clutch  
driveline to gearbox.  
A new slip clutch, or one that has been in storage over  
the winter, may seize.  
ꢀ Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must  
be installed when operating in populated areas or  
other areas where thrown objects could injure peo-  
ple or damage property.  
1. Before operating slip clutch, make sure it will slip.  
Refer to Slip Clutch Adjustment, page 20.  
2. Position clutch shield (3) against gearbox. Secure  
using cap screw (4), lock washers (5), and flat  
washers (6). Torque hardware to 12 lbs-ft.  
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,  
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must  
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet  
(92 m).  
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk  
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protec-  
tive devices cannot prevent all objects from  
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing  
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet  
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).  
3. Slide driveline slip clutch onto gearbox input shaft  
and secure with bolt (1) and nut (2).  
4. Lubricate rear driveline half and install front  
driveline half.  
5. Attach tether chain (if equipped) to clutch shield  
(5).  
The optional chain shielding assemblies are ready for  
installation when you receive them. You must remove  
rear steel band before installing rear chain shielding.  
1. Refer to Front & Rear Chain Shielding, page 45,  
and attach as shown by inserting the bolts from  
inside the cutter frame out through the shielding.  
2. Install hardware as shown in the parts drawing.  
NOTE: Rear band and front rubber deflector can  
be discarded if using chain shielding.  
1. 1/2 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR8  
2. 1/2 NC Lock nut  
Rubber Deflector  
3. Clutch shield  
Attach rubber deflector (1) and link (2) to front of cutter  
using carriage bolts (3) and flange lock nuts (4).  
4. M8 x 1.25P x 20 mm HHCS  
5. 5/16 Lock washer  
6. 5/16 Flat washer  
Figure 31. Slip Clutch Driveline Assembly  
FILL GEARBOX  
NOTICE  
■ Gearbox is not filled at the factory. Prior to deliv-  
ery to customer, make sure gearbox is filled only  
half-full with 80W or 90W API GL-4 or GL-5 gear  
lube. Use side plug to remove any excess oil.  
1. Remove solid plug on top of gearbox and discard.  
Remove plug on side of gearbox.  
2. Make sure vent plug hole is top of gearbox clear.  
3. Fill gearbox until oil runs out the side hole on  
gearbox and install side plug. Use a high quality  
gear oil with a viscosity index of 80W or 90W and  
an API service rating of GL-4 or GL-5.  
1. Rubber deflector  
2. Link  
3. 3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt  
4. 3/8 NC Flange lock nut  
4. Install vent plug on top of gearbox. Use pipe  
sealant or thread tape on threads.  
Figure 32. Rubber Deflector Installation  
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DEALER CHECK LISTS  
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST  
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)  
DELIVERY CHECK LIST  
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)  
___ Show customer how to make adjustments.  
Describe the options available for this cutter and  
explain their purpose.  
NOTICE  
■ Gearbox was not filled at the factory. It must be  
serviced before operating cutter. (See Fill Gearbox,  
page 33). Failure to service will result in damage to  
gearbox.  
___ Explain importance of lubrication to customer and  
point out lubrication points on cutter.  
___ Present Operator's Manual and request that cus-  
tomer and all operators read it before operating  
equipment. Point out the manual safety rules,  
explain their meanings and emphasize the  
increased safety hazards that exist when safety  
rules are not followed.  
Inspect cutter thoroughly after assembly to make sure  
it is set up properly before delivering it to the customer.  
The following check list is a reminder of points to  
inspect. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory,  
corrections are made, or services are performed.  
___ Point out all guards and shielding. Explain their  
importance and the safety hazards that exist  
when not kept in place and in good condition.  
___ Check all bolts to be sure they are properly  
torqued.  
___ For mounted units, add wheel weights, ballast in  
front tires, and/or front tractor weight to enhance  
front end stability. A minimum 20% of tractor and  
equipment gross weight must be on front tractor  
wheels. When adding weight to attain 20% of  
tractor and equipment weight on front tractor  
wheels, you must not exceed the ROPS weight  
certification. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do  
not estimate!  
___ Check that all cotter pins are properly installed  
and secured.  
___ Check that PTO shaft is properly installed.  
___ Check that gearbox is properly serviced and  
seals are not leaking.  
___ Check and grease all lubrication points as identi-  
___ Explain to customer that when equipment is  
transported on a road or highway, safety devices  
should be used to give adequate warning to oper-  
ators of other vehicles.  
fied in, Lubrication Information, page 18 & 19.  
___ Check that blades have been properly installed.  
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PARTS INDEX  
TM  
Heritage  
Rotary Cutters:  
HC48, HC54, HC60, HC72  
HC48, HC54, HC60, HC72 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 - 37  
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY (FLAT TOP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38  
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY (CAST/CROWN TOP)(HC72 ONLY) . . . . . . . . . . . 39  
DRIVELINES:  
HC48 STANDARD DRIVELINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40  
HC54, HC60, HC72 STANDARD DRIVELINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41  
HC48, HC54, HC60 SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE (OPTIONAL) . . . . . 42  
HC72 SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43  
FRONT RUBBER SHIELDING (STANDARD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44  
FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45  
QUICK HITCH HARDWARE (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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(Rev. 4/20/2011)  
MAN0670 (11/16/2007)  
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HC48, HC54, HC60, HC72 ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST  
REF  
PART  
58800  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF  
PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
2
1
Gearbox HC48, HC54  
30  
1024217  
1
Complete shear pin drive asy - HC72  
(see page 38)  
(see page 41)  
2
2
58801  
1026536  
1011794  
1017721  
1017724  
1024213  
1024177  
1024215  
1024193  
1007268  
1024188  
1017718  
1018042  
1024212  
1024187  
64814  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
4
1
2
1
1
6
Gearbox HC60 (see page 38)  
Gearbox HC72 (see page 38) -or-  
Gearbox HC72 (see page 39)  
Rear band - HC48  
32  
33657  
57817  
1
Sleeve, 1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16  
(Quick Hitch) not shown  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
49  
4
4
4
1
2
2
1
2
4
4
1
1
2
1
1
2
5/8 Flat washer, hardened  
5/8 NC x 2 HHCS GR5  
5/8 NC Flange lock nut  
Manual tube  
2
902 *  
3
19025 *  
1026530  
14562 *  
14139 *  
-------- *  
-------- *  
300300  
-------- *  
4676  
3
Rear band - HC54  
3
Rear band - HC60  
5/16 NC x 1 HHCS GR5  
5/16 NC Flange lock nut  
Washer, 33 mm x 56 mm x 4 mm  
Cotter pin  
3
Rear band - HC72  
5
Tailwheel assembly HC48, HC54  
Tailwheel assembly HC60, HC72  
A-Frame bar HC48, HC54  
A-Frame bar HC60, HC72  
Diagonal brace HC48  
5
6
1/2 NC x 1 HHCS GR5  
1/2 Flat washer  
6
7
4 x 8 Rim & laminated tire  
1/2 NC x 3 Shear bolt GR2  
1/2 NC Lock nut  
7
Diagonal brace HC54  
15349  
7
Diagonal brace HC60  
765 *  
7
Diagonal brace HC72  
15534 *  
57076  
1/2 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR8 (Clutch)  
Vent plug, (See Gearbox, page 38)  
8
Spacer 1/2 x 2-3/4  
9
15321  
Link, bent .38 x 2.5 x 9.13  
Rubber shield (see page 44)  
M24 x 2 Axle bolt  
1026538  
Blade pin, .75 x 1.5 x .38 HC48, HC54  
(includes items 55 & 56)  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14A  
14B  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
21  
22  
--------  
1030523  
11900  
49  
50  
1015831  
30310KT  
2
1
Blade pin, 1.5 x .5 HC60, HC72  
(includes items 55 & 56)  
1/2 NC Flange lock nut  
Spirol pin 10 mm x 65 mm  
Bushing, flanged .984 x 1.378 x .98  
Hub 4 bolt 4 x 8  
40775  
Blade 3/8 x 3 x 16CCW  
HC48, HC54  
1030524  
1030522  
1028815  
6697 *  
50 1016598KT  
50 1016599KT  
1
1
1
1
1
Blade 1/2 x 3 x 23.25 CCW HC60  
Blade 1/2 x 3 x 29.25 CCW HC72  
Crossbar asy HC48 (Flat Top Box)  
Crossbar asy HC54 (Flat Top Box)  
Tailwheel clevis  
3/8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt GR5  
51  
51  
51  
1017715  
1018039  
1024202  
14350 * 14 3/8 NC Flange lock nut  
23479 *  
--------  
1
2
3
1
1/2 NC x 5 HHCS GR5  
Crossbar asy HC60, HC72 (Flat Top  
Box)  
Link, rubber shield (see page 44)  
1/2 NC x 1-1/2 HHCS GR5  
51  
51  
51  
1032592  
1032594  
1032596  
1
1
1
Crossbar asy HC48 (Crown Top Box)  
Crossbar asy HC54 (Crown Top Box)  
3379 *  
*
10380  
33661  
24801  
1/2 NC x 4 HHCS GR5  
(Quick Hitch) not shown  
Crossbar asy HC60, HC72 (Crown  
Top Box)  
24  
2
Cat 1 Mounting pin  
(with nut & lock washer)  
52  
52  
52  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
65  
66  
67  
1017716  
1018040  
1024199  
15668  
1
1
1
2
2
1
1
1
8
1
1
1
Stump jumper pan HC48  
Stump jumper pan HC54  
Stump jumper pan HC60, HC72  
Lock washer, 1.15 x 1.85 x .281  
Jam nut, 1-1/8 NF  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
4
4
4
1
1
M8 x 1.25P x 20 mm HHCS  
5/16 Flat washer  
35155 *  
2472 *  
5/16 Lock washer  
1002048  
1020900  
Clutch shield, 100 x 143 mm BC  
15667  
Complete slip clutch drive asy - HC48,  
HC54, HC60 (see page 42)  
20893  
Washer, 25 x 44 x 4 mm  
Castle nut (M24 x 2)  
20892  
29  
30  
30  
1024218  
1009509  
1009510  
1
1
1
Complete slip clutch drive asy - HC72  
(See page 43)  
15345  
Retaining ring, .05 x 1.38  
3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt  
Safety decal set  
20973 *  
15358  
Complete shear bolt drive asy - HC48  
(See page 40) -or-  
1026534  
1032105  
Complete decal set  
Complete shear bolt drive asy - HC54,  
HC60 (see page 41) -or-  
Nut Slotted M24x2.0P  
HHCS Hex Head Cap Screw  
* Standard hardware, obtain locally  
(Rev. 8/29/2011)  
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GEARBOX ASSEMBLY  
(FLAT TOP)  
REF PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
A
A
A
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
58800  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Gearbox repair asy (HC48, HC54)  
Gearbox repair asy (HC60)  
Gearbox repair asy (HC72)  
Gear, crown 25T (HC48, HC54)  
Gear, crown 24T (HC60)  
Gear, crown 22T(HC72)  
Gearbox housing  
58801  
1026536  
57458  
57459  
1026535  
NSS  
57464  
Input shaft 1-3/8 smooth shaft  
Output shaft  
57489  
57491  
Gear, pinion 13T M5.3  
(HC48, HC54)  
REF PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
5
5
57497  
1026537  
57476  
57478  
57462  
20890  
20897  
-------- *  
57466  
20895  
57373  
57328  
57468  
20892  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
1
2
1
1
Gear, pinion 14T M5.3 (HC60)  
Gear, pinion 15T M5.7(HC72)  
Bearing cup & cone  
Bearing cup & cone  
Bearing cup & cone  
Bearing-Ball  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
25  
26  
27  
28  
20893  
20888  
57473  
20900  
57463  
57374  
57375  
-------- *  
57076  
-------- *  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
1
1
Washer, 25 x 44 x 4 mm  
Protective washer  
Flat washer 21 x 37 x 3  
Seal, metric 40 x 80 x 12  
Oil seal 35 x 72 x 10  
Oil cap  
6
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
Ring retainer 81mm internal  
Cotter pin  
Top cover  
Snap ring  
M8 x 16 Hex head cap screw CL8.8  
Vent plug 1/2 NPT  
Cotter pin  
Snap ring  
Spacer 35.3 x 48 x 2.5  
Gearbox shim kit  
Castle nut  
NSS Not Serviced Separately  
Standard hardware, obtain locally  
Castle nut metric M24 x 2  
*
(Rev. 8/29/2011)  
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GEARBOX ASSEMBLY  
(CAST/CROWN TOP)  
REF  
PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF  
PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Lock washer  
M10 x 1.5 x 25 Cap screw  
1" - 14 Slotted flange nut  
Cotter pin  
Output seal  
Output cap  
Output bearing spacer  
15-Tooth output shaft and pinion  
Ball bearing  
Ball bearing  
Sealing washer w/plug  
Lock washer  
M8 x 1.5 x 25 Cap screw  
Bearing Cup and Cone  
Shim Kit  
A
1032587  
1
Gearbox repair assembly (HC48 &  
HC60, Ball Bearing)  
Gearbox repair assembly (HC60,  
Tapered Bearing)  
Gearbox repair assembly (HC72,  
Ball Bearing)  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
-----  
-----  
1018331  
-----  
1018328  
-----  
-----  
-----  
1018326  
1018325  
-----  
-----  
-----  
57478  
1032963  
-----  
4
4
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
1
2
6
6
2
1
1
A
A
1032588  
1011794  
1
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
-----  
1019632  
-----  
1018327  
-----  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Housing  
Inspection cover  
22 Tooth gear  
Input seal  
Input shaft  
Retaining ring  
Gear spacer  
Retaining ring  
Vent plug and washer  
-----  
-----  
-----  
1011780  
10  
11  
1018329 A/R Output gasket (0.13)  
1018330 A/R Output gasket (0.30)  
Outerr Bearing Spacer  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
Parts 39  
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HC48 SHEAR BOLT DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Lock collar repair kit  
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
1009509  
1001300  
38478  
1
1
2
1
6
1
2
Complete 540 driveline asy  
Complete collar yoke C12 1-3/8 - 6  
Cross & bearing kit  
9
1001340  
1
1
1
1
1
1
10 1019445  
11 1001305  
12 1001306  
13 1021324  
Special drive yoke  
Flexible pin  
1019442  
30922  
Outer cone fix ring  
Inner tube yoke  
Shield, complete  
Shield retainer clip  
1019444  
30917  
Inner cone fix ring  
14  
30926  
Outer yoke & tube (must be cut to  
length)  
Chain shield tether  
15  
30932  
1
Inner yoke & tube (must be cut to  
length)  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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HC54, HC60, HC72 SHEAR BOLT DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
Flexible pin  
A
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
1009510  
1024217  
1001300  
38478  
1
1
1
2
1
6
1
2
1
1
Complete 540 driveline (HC54, HC60)  
Complete 540 driveline (HC72)  
Complete collar yoke C12 1-3/8 - 6  
Cross & bearing kit  
11 1001302  
12 1001301  
13 1001305  
14 1001306  
15 1021550  
15 1024223  
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Outer yoke tube  
Flexible pin  
Inner tube yoke  
1019442  
30922  
Outer cone fix ring  
Shield, complete (HC54, HC60)  
Shield, complete (HC72)  
Shield retainer clip  
1019444  
30917  
Inner cone fix ring  
16  
30926  
Outer yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
Chain shielding tether  
Lock collar repair kit  
17  
30932  
1
Inner yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
1001340  
10 1019445  
Special drive yoke  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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HC48, HC54, HC60 SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL)  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
1020900  
1001300  
38478  
1
1
2
1
6
1
2
1
1
8
1
1
Complete 540 driveline assembly  
Complete collar yoke C12 1-3/8 - 6  
Cross & bearing kit  
Outer cone fix ring  
Shield retainer clip  
Inner cone fix ring  
Chain shield tether  
Lock collar repair kit  
Special friction clutch  
Spring  
14 1001314  
15 1019448  
16 1001317  
17 1001318  
18 1001302  
19 1001301  
20 1001305  
21 1001306  
22 1021551  
2
1
1
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
Lining ring  
Special hub F10  
Pressure plate  
Bolt & nut M10 x 80  
Flexible pin  
1019442  
30922  
1019444  
30917  
Outer yoke tube  
Flexible pin  
1001340  
Inner tube yoke  
Shield, complete  
10 1019446  
11 1001311  
12 1019447  
13 1001313  
23  
30926  
Outer yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
Flanged yoke  
24  
30932  
1
Inner yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
Bushing  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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HC72 SLIP CLUTCH DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
1024218  
1001300  
38478  
1
1
2
1
6
1
2
1
1
8
1
1
Complete 540 driveline asy  
Complete collar yoke C12 1-3/8 - 6  
Cross and bearing kit  
Outer cone fix ring  
Shield retainer clip  
Inner cone fix ring  
Chain-shield tether  
Lock collar repair kit  
Friction clutch (special)  
Spring  
14 1001314  
15 1019448  
16 1001317  
17 1001318  
19 1001302  
20 1001301  
21 1001305  
22 1001306  
23 1021552  
2
1
1
8
1
1
1
1
1
1
Lining ring  
Hub F10 (special)  
Pressure plate  
Bolt & nut M10 x 80  
Flexible pin  
1019442  
30922  
1019444  
30917  
Outer yoke tube  
Flexible pin  
1001340  
Inner tube yoke  
Shield, complete  
10 1019446  
11 1001311  
12 1019447  
13 1001313  
24  
30926  
Outer yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
Flanged yoke  
25  
30932  
1
Inner yoke & tube  
(must be cut to length)  
Bushing  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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FRONT RUBBER SHIELDING (STANDARD)  
REF PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
REF PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
A
A
A
A
1024665  
1024666  
1024667  
1024668  
1
Rubber shield kit - HC48  
(includes items 1-4)  
1
1
2
2
2
2
3
4
1026540  
1024178  
1024661  
1018044  
1026541  
1024179  
20973 *  
14350 *  
2
2
2
2
2
2
8
8
Rubber deflector 31.25 - HC60  
Rubber deflector 37.00 - HC72  
Link .25 x 1.00 x 23.50 - HC48  
Link .25 x 1.00 x 27.00 - HC54  
Link .25 x 1.00 x 28.5 - HC60  
Link .25 x 1.00 x 34.5 - HC72  
3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt  
3/8 NC Flange hex nut  
1
1
1
Rubber shield kit - HC54  
(includes items 1-4)  
Rubber shield kit - HC60  
(includes items 1-4)  
Rubber shield kit - HC72  
(includes items 1-4)  
1
1
1017720  
1018043  
2
2
Rubber deflector 25.0 - HC48  
Rubber deflector 28.0 - HC54  
*
Standard hardware; obtain locally  
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FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING (OPTIONAL)  
PART  
HC48  
PART  
HC54  
PART  
HC60  
PART  
HC72  
REF QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
1
2
1
1
1018025  
1027363  
1003644  
3994  
1027362 1027356  
57144 1027357  
1003645 1003645  
1027350 Right front chain plate  
1027351 Left front chain plate  
1003646 .243 Dia. bent pin (front)  
3994 5/16 - 5 Link chain (front)  
1027355 Right rear chain plate  
1027352 Left rear chain plate  
57249 .243 Dia. rolled bent pin (rear)  
4069 5/16 - 4 Link chain (rear)  
6697 * 3/8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt  
14350 * 3/8 NC Flange hex nut  
3
2
4
AR  
1
3994  
3994  
6
1018028  
1018027  
57249  
1027369 1027361  
1027364 1027358  
7
1
8
2
57249  
4069  
57249  
4069  
9
AR  
16  
16  
4069  
10  
11  
6697*  
6697*  
14350*  
6697*  
14350*  
14350*  
AR As Required  
* Standard hardware, obtain locally  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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QUICK HITCH HARDWARE (OPTIONAL)  
CD7392-1A  
REF PART  
QTY  
DESCRIPTION  
1/2 NC x 4 Cap screw  
8
9
10380  
1
1
1
2
1
1
11900  
33657  
38214  
1/2 NC Flange lock nut  
1/2 x 3/4 x 2-13/16 Sleeve  
.91 x 1.44 x 1.25 Sleeve  
.81 x 1.25 x 1.81 Sleeve  
Quick hitch kit  
10  
12  
13 1003614  
1026566  
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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  
Dealer Set-Up Instructions 30  
OPERATION (CONTINUED)  
Driveline  
Driveline Adjustment 15  
Driveline Installation (Tractor PTO) 15  
Driveline Interference Check 16  
Shorten Driveline 15  
DEALER CHECK LISTS  
Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) 33  
Pre-Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) 33  
Operating Technique 17  
Pre-Operation Check List-  
(Owner’s Responsibility) 17  
Quick Hitch Assembly (HC48 / HC54) 13  
Quick Hitch Assembly (HC60 / HC72) 14  
Shredding Material 17  
DEALER SERVICE  
Crossbar  
Installation 27  
Removal 26  
Gearbox Maintenance 23  
Horizontal Leak Repair 24  
Seal Installation 23  
Seal Replacement 23  
Vertical Shaft Repair 24  
Gearbox Repair  
Disassemble Gearbox 24  
Reassemble Gearbox 25  
Reinstall Gearbox 26  
Remove Gearbox 24  
Universal Joint  
Storage 17  
Top Link Adjustment 13  
Tractor Stability 12  
OWNER SERVICE  
Blade Servicing  
Blade Installation 19  
Blade Removal 19  
Blade Sharpening 20  
Blocking Method 18  
Cleaning  
Assembly 29  
After Each Use 21  
Disassembly 28  
Periodically or Before Extended Storage 21  
Driveline Shear Bolt Replacement 21  
Lubrication Information 18  
Driveline 18  
Repair 28  
GENERAL  
Abbreviations 48  
Gearbox 18  
Bolt Size Chart 48  
Bolt Torque Chart 47  
General Information 4  
Introduction 2  
Lubrication Diagram 19  
Shielding Repair 21  
Slip Clutch Adjustment 20  
Obtaining Replacement Manuals 2  
Specifications 4  
Table of Contents 3  
Warranty  
PARTS  
Index to Parts Lists 35  
SAFETY  
Product 51  
Replacement Parts 52  
Check Lists  
Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) 33  
Pre-Delivery (Dealer’s Responsibility) 33  
Pre-Operation (Owner’s Responsibility) 17  
Free Mower Safety Video Order Form 5, 6  
Safety & Instructional Decals 10, 11  
Safety Rules 7, 8, 9  
OPERATION  
Attach Cutter to Tractor 12  
Quick Hitch 14  
Standard Hitch 14  
Cutting Height Adjustment 16  
Safety Symbols Explained 2  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Mowing Conditions 22  
(Rev. 6/27/2008)  
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WARRANTY  
All Models Except Mow’n MachineTM Zero-Turn Mowers  
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.  
All current model loaders and backhoes 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 to the original  
purchaser)  
Model Number  
Gearbox  
Seals  
All units listed below  
2 years  
BW1260, BW1620, BW1800, BW2400  
8 years  
7 years  
BW240HD, BW180HD, BW180HB, BW126HB  
BB48X, BB60X, BB72X, BB84X, BB600X, BB720X, BB840X, BB6000X, BB7200X, BB8400X,  
DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440, TS1680, BW126-3, BW180-3, BW240  
6 years  
Gearbox  
components PHD25, PHD35, PHD65, PHD95, 2162, 3240, DS96, DS120, RCC42, RM550-2, RM660-2,  
RD990X, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, S15CD, S20CD, S22CD, S25CD, S27CD, BW180LH, 5 years  
TC/R74, TC/R68, TC/R60, TBW144, TBW180, TBW204  
3 years (1 year if used in rental or  
commercial applications)  
RDC54, RD60, RD72, TBW150C, TS/R60, TS/R52, TS/R44  
Blade  
spindles  
RM550-2, RM660-2, RD990X, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, TBW144, TBW180, TBW204  
BB600, BB720, BB840, BB6000, BB7200, BB8400, BW126-3, BW126HB, BW180-3, BW180HB,  
3 years  
Rust-through BW180HD, BW1260, BW1800, BW240, BW240HD, 2162, 3240, DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440, 10 years  
TS1680  
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  
authorizeddealersd, istributorsa, ndservicecentersi,sauthorizedtoalterm, odifyo, renlargethisWarrantyA. nswerstoany  
questionrsegardinwgarrantsyervicaenldocationmsabyoebtainebdcyontacting:  
Woods Equipment  
Company  
2606 South Illinois Route 2  
Post Office Box 1000  
Oregon, Illinois 61061 USA  
800-319-6637 tel  
800-399-6637 fax  
www.WoodsEquipment.com  
F-3079 (Rev. 2/14/2011)  
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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:  
©2007 Woods Equipment Company. All rights reserved. WOODS and the Woods logo 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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