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OWNER’S / OPERA T OR’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s SDM40-48 SDM40-60 SDM40-72 CAUTION For Safe Operation Read Rules And Instructions Carefully SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA A YUDA A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA P ARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MOST ACCIDENTS OCCUR BECAUSE OF NEGLECT OR CARELESSNESS. A VOID NEEDLESS ACCIDENTS BY FOLLO[...]
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1 38 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICA TIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CHECKLISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY INFORMA TION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY SIGNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15[...]
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SUBJECT MODEL SDM40-48 MODEL SDM40-60 MODEL SDM40-72 Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47” 60 1 / 2 ”7 1 1 / 2 ” Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . 86” 98” 109” Overall Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 1 / 2 ”6 2 1 / 2 ”7 4 1 / 2 ” Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5” 1-5” 1-5” Deck (Welded Construction)[...]
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3 36 DAIL Y CHECKLIST h Check that cutter is properly and securely attached to tractor . h During inspection, check that all nuts and bolts are secure and that all safety shields are in place. h It is very important that the blade carrier nut and blade bolts are checked and tightened frequently . h Check condition of blades and security of attach- [...]
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35 4 T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded opera- tor who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize[...]
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5 34 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However , every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to ha[...]
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33 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory . Be sure that the instal[...]
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7 32 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately , our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator . Know your controls and how to stop tractor , engine, and cutter quickly in an emergency . Read this manual and the one provi[...]
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31 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never operate the tractor and cutter until you have read and completely understand this manual, the T ractor Operator ’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and cutter . Clear area to be cut of stones, branches or other debris that might be thrown, causing injury o[...]
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9 30 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Cutter operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for PT O engagement and disengagement instructions. Always operate PTO at 540 RPM. Know how to stop tractor and cutter quickly in case of an emergency . All tractors that are not equipped with a “live” takeoff (PT O) need to b[...]
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29 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Always stop the tractor , set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key , lower implement to the ground and allow cutter blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor . Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running. Never place hands or feet under cutter with tracto[...]
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11 28 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Stop cutter and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. T urn engine off, remove key , inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation. The chain guards, bands, flaps, driveline shields, and gearbox shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. They should be inspected care[...]
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27 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However , some localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. When driving[...]
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13 26 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Good maintenance is your responsibility . Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. Follow good shop practices. - Keep service area clean and dry . - Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. - Use adequate light for the job at hand. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate[...]
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25 14 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed. Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition. (See safety sign section for location drawing.) Do not allow grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform. Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bo[...]
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15 24 The types of Safety Sign and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below . Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY A W ARENESS. REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, remov[...]
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23 16 The types of Safety Sign and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below . Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY A W ARENESS. REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, remov[...]
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17 22 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREP A R A TION The models SDM40-48, SDM40-60 and SDM40-72 Standard Duty Cutters require a Category I 3-pt. hitch tractor of at least 20 horsepower or up to 50 horsepower and equipped with a 540 rpm PTO (power takeof f) in good working condition. It is recommended that only tractors with wide front axles be used with [...]
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21 18 Figure 2. Figure 3. NOTE: The use of a PTO over-running clutch or exten- sion could require that the PTO driveline be shortened a considerable amount. If this is done, the driveline halves may separate when the cutter is lowered to the ground or when operated on rough ground. An optional special driveline that is equipped with an over- runnin[...]
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19 20 A TT ACHMENT The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assem- bled before tightening hardware. Recommended torque values for hardware are located on page 26. Select a suitable working area. Refer to illustrations, accompanying text, parts lists and exploded view drawings. Complete[...]
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19 20 A TT ACHMENT The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assem- bled before tightening hardware. Recommended torque values for hardware are located on page 26. Select a suitable working area. Refer to illustrations, accompanying text, parts lists and exploded view drawings. Complete[...]
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21 18 Figure 2. Figure 3. NOTE: The use of a PTO over-running clutch or exten- sion could require that the PTO driveline be shortened a considerable amount. If this is done, the driveline halves may separate when the cutter is lowered to the ground or when operated on rough ground. An optional special driveline that is equipped with an over- runnin[...]
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17 22 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREP A R A TION The models SDM40-48, SDM40-60 and SDM40-72 Standard Duty Cutters require a Category I 3-pt. hitch tractor of at least 20 horsepower or up to 50 horsepower and equipped with a 540 rpm PTO (power takeof f) in good working condition. It is recommended that only tractors with wide front axles be used with [...]
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23 16 The types of Safety Sign and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below . Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY A W ARENESS. REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, remov[...]
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15 24 The types of Safety Sign and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below . Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY A W ARENESS. REMEMBER: If Safety Signs have been damaged, remov[...]
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25 14 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed. Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition. (See safety sign section for location drawing.) Do not allow grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform. Never replace hex bolts with less than grade five bo[...]
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13 26 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Good maintenance is your responsibility . Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. Follow good shop practices. - Keep service area clean and dry . - Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. - Use adequate light for the job at hand. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate[...]
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27 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However , some localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. When driving[...]
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11 28 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Stop cutter and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. T urn engine off, remove key , inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation. The chain guards, bands, flaps, driveline shields, and gearbox shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. They should be inspected care[...]
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29 10 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Always stop the tractor , set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key , lower implement to the ground and allow cutter blades to come to a complete stop before dismounting tractor . Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running. Never place hands or feet under cutter with tracto[...]
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9 30 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Cutter operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for PT O engagement and disengagement instructions. Always operate PTO at 540 RPM. Know how to stop tractor and cutter quickly in case of an emergency . All tractors that are not equipped with a “live” takeoff (PT O) need to b[...]
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31 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never operate the tractor and cutter until you have read and completely understand this manual, the T ractor Operator ’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and cutter . Clear area to be cut of stones, branches or other debris that might be thrown, causing injury o[...]
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7 32 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately , our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator . Know your controls and how to stop tractor , engine, and cutter quickly in an emergency . Read this manual and the one provi[...]
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33 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory . Be sure that the instal[...]
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5 34 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However , every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to ha[...]
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35 4 T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded opera- tor who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize[...]
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3 36 DAIL Y CHECKLIST h Check that cutter is properly and securely attached to tractor . h During inspection, check that all nuts and bolts are secure and that all safety shields are in place. h It is very important that the blade carrier nut and blade bolts are checked and tightened frequently . h Check condition of blades and security of attach- [...]
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SUBJECT MODEL SDM40-48 MODEL SDM40-60 MODEL SDM40-72 Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47” 60 1 / 2 ”7 1 1 / 2 ” Overall Length . . . . . . . . . . . . 86” 98” 109” Overall Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 1 / 2 ”6 2 1 / 2 ”7 4 1 / 2 ” Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5” 1-5” 1-5” Deck (Welded Construction)[...]
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1 38 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SPECIFICA TIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 CHECKLISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY INFORMA TION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY SIGNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15[...]
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OWNER’S / OPERA T OR’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s SDM40-48 SDM40-60 SDM40-72 CAUTION For Safe Operation Read Rules And Instructions Carefully SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA A YUDA A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA P ARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MOST ACCIDENTS OCCUR BECAUSE OF NEGLECT OR CARELESSNESS. A VOID NEEDLESS ACCIDENTS BY FOLLO[...]