Pre-Operation Check List - Woods DS8.30E Manual Del Operador

Before entering an area, analyze it to determine the best procedure. Consider
the height and type of material to be cut and the terrain type (hilly, level or
rough, etc.).
TRANSPORTING
WARNING

The maximum transport speed for towed and semi-mounted
machines is 20 mph (32 km/h). Regardless of the maximum speed capa-
bility of the towing tractor, do not exceed the implement's maximum
transport speed. Doing so could result in:
• Loss of control of the implement and tractor
• Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
• Implement tire failure
• Damage to the implement or its components.
WARNING

Use additional caution and reduce speed when under adverse sur-
face conditions, turning, or on inclines.

Never tow this implement with a motor vehicle.
1.
Always transport with cutter in raised, locked position.
2.
Raise cutter with hydraulic cylinder.
3.
Rotate transport lock over cylinder rod.
4.
Lower cylinder against transport lock.
5.
To lower cutter for operation, extend hydraulic cylinder. Rotate transport
lock back away from cylinder rod. lower to desired cutting height.
Figure 10.
Transport Lock Operation
STORAGE
WARNING

Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.
On Mounted Cutters:

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 hydraulic lines to optional cylinder. Disconnect
cutter from tractor 3-point hitch and carefully drive tractor away from cut-
ter.
MAN1256 (3/23/2018)
On Pull-Type Cutters:

Raise cutter and block securely. Block wheels and raise tongue with
jack. Disconnect hydraulic lines to optional cylinder. Disconnect driveline
and secure up off the ground.

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
___
Review and follow all safety rules and safety decal instructions on
page 4 to page 8.
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in good condition.
Replace if damaged.
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely attached to tractor.
___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely
and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
___ Set tractor PTO at correct rpm for your equipment.
___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure PTO shaft slip joint is
lubricated.
___ Check that all hydraulic hoses and fittings are in good condition and
not leaking before starting tractor. Check that hoses are not twisted,
bent sharply, kinked, frayed, or pulled tight. Replace any damaged
hoses immediately.
___ Raise and lower equipment to make sure air is purged from hydraulic
cylinders and hoses.
___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and secured.
___ Check to ensure blades are sharp, in good condition, and installed cor-
rectly. Replace if damaged.
___ Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt are in good condi-
tion. Keep seat belt securely fastened during operation.
___ Check that shields and guards are properly installed and in good con-
dition. Replace if damaged.
___ Check cutting height, front-to-rear attitude, and top link adjustment.
___ Before starting engine, operator must be in tractor seat with seat belt
fastened. Place transmission in neutral or park, engage brake and dis-
engage tractor PTO.
___ Inspect area to be cut and remove stones, branches, or other hard
objects that might be thrown and cause injury or damage.
___ Check that chain shielding is in good condition and replace any dam-
aged chain links.
___ Make sure tractor 3-point lift links do not interfere with hydraulic hoses
or driveline throughout full turning range.
Operation 14