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®
BATWING-
ROTARY CUTTER
BW180X
BW180XQ
BW126X
BW126XQ
MAN0962
(Rev. 3/5/2012)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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TO THE DEALER: ® Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Dealers can register all Woods pro
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY VIDEO ORDER FORM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SPECIFICATIONS BW180X / BW180XQ BW126X / BW126XQ Cutting Height (Varies with tire selection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1" - 15" 1" - 15" Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180" (15’) 126" (10.5’) Overall Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190" 140" Transport Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96" 93" Tractor HP . .
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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 m
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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 Cont
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! TACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID Safety is a primary concern in the design and ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY. manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped Never allow children or untrained persons to out by an operator’s single careless act. operate equipment. In addition to the design and configuration of PREPARATION equipment, hazard control and accident preven- tion are d
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) Always attach safety chain to tractor drawbar when transporting unit. Make sure driveline guard tether chains are attached to the tractor and equipment as shown in Always comply with all state and local lighting the pamphlet that accompanies the driveline. and marking requirements. Replace if damaged or broken. Check that driveline Never allow riders on power unit or attachment. guards
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Do not operate or transport equipment while length of 28-1/4" (718 mm) from attaching point under the influence of alcohol or drugs. center to center. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. MAINTENANCE Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all Before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplug- moving parts. ging, stop tractor engine, place all controls in neu- t
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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) Service and maintenance work not covered in OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified Keep all persons away from operator control dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety proce- area while performing adjustments, service, or dures may be required. Failure to follow these maintenance. instructions can result in serious injury or death. Make certain all movement of equipment com- Exp
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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 PN 1006348 - Located on Wheel Rims BE CAREFUL! 2 - FRONT AMBER REFLECTOR (PN 1002940) Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals. 3 - REAR RED REFLECTOR Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure (PN 57123) washer; high-pressure water can enter through very small scratche
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 8 - PN 18864 WARNING DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF DANGER 5 - PN 15922 1000 RPM (1000 RPM) PTO speeds higher than 1000 RPM can cause equipment failure and personal injury. 15922-C ROTATING DRIVELINE OR CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH KEEP AWAY! DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT - WARNING All driveline guards, tractor and 6 - PN 18866
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28-1/4" SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 12 - PN 1004991 TRANSPORT LOCK WARNING AND CYLINDER REQUIREMENTS RAISED CUTTER CAN DROP AND CRUSH Cutte ers must be equipped with transport lock. SINGLE-ACTING FULL EXTENSION stands. All tr ransport components must be functional, kept in good Bloc Blocking up prevents cutter dropping from hydraulic leak down, hydraulic system failures, or mechanical component failures.
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OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective depends on it being operated within the limitations as equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all and respirator or filter mask where appropriate. safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the tractor. CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR The safe operation of this cutter is the responsibility of NOTICE the operator, who must be
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Hydraulic Connection Cutting Height Adjustment 1. Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good condition. 2. Clean the fittings before connecting them to the On pull-type or semi-mounted units with tractor hydraulic ports. optional hydraulic cutting height adjustment, use a single-acting cylinder with a maximum extended 3. Route the hose through the hose holder at the length of 28-1/4" (718 mm) from attaching point hitch and be sure the hose can slide freely in the center to cent
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TRACTOR OPERATION Mowing Tips Use care when operating around tree limbs and other low objects. Avoid being knocked off tractor and being injured. Look down and to the rear and make sure area Only use a tractor with a Roll Over Protection Structure is clear before operating in reverse. (ROPS) and seat belt. Securely fasten seat belt. The cutter is operated with tractor controls. Engage the PTO at a low rpm to prevent excessive loads on the Do not operate or transport on steep
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TRANSPORTING 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. Always raise unit and install transport locks before transporting. Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equip- DP4a ment to drop. Figure 2. Transport Lock-Up Bar - Right Wing Always attach safety chain to tra
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the PTO slip joint is lubricated and that the gear- STORAGE box fluid levels are correct. Follow these steps when storing your cutter: ___ Set tractor PTO at correct rpm for your equip- 1. Clean cutter before storing. See page 23 for ment. cleaning instructions. Store on level, solid ground. ___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure 2. Disconnect driveline and secure up off the ground. PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated. 3. Lower wings to ground. ___ Check that all hydraulic hoses an
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OWNER SERVICE The information in this section is written for operators BLOCKING METHOD who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help, To minimize the potential hazards of working under- your dealer has trained service technicians available. neath the cutter, follow these procedures: For your protection, read and follow the safety informa- tion in this manual. Before performing any service or maintenance, lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn off engine, re
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1. Driveline U-joint 10 Hours 7. Gearbox (above lower Daily line on dipstick) 2. Telescoping shaft 10 Hours 8. Tongue pivot 40 Hours 3. Carrier bearing block 40 Hours 9. Wheel yoke pivot 40 Hours 4. CV body assembly 10 hours (10 pumps minimum) 10. Tailwheel spindle 20 Hours 5. Driveline shield 10 Hours 11. Turnbuckle 40 Hours 6. Splined yoke 10 Hours Figure 5. Jackstand Placement and Lubrication Points 4 or –5 in gearboxes. Fill gearbox until oil runs out the LUBRICATION side plug on gearbox.
