25A Flail Mower

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Introduction
25A Flail Mower
Predelivery Checklist
Owner Register
Delivery Checklist
After-Sale Checklist

Section : 05 - Safety

Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Operate Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Lubricate the Mower Safely
Protect Against Noise
Avoid Injury from Thrown Objects
Before Servicing the Mower

Section : 10 - Safety Signs

Read Safety Signs Carefully
Rotating Driveline Danger Decal
Rotating Knives Danger Decal
Rotating Parts Danger Decal
Caution Decal

Section : 15 - Preparing the Tractor

Tractor Size
Positioning Tractor Drawbar
Adjusting Tractor Hitch
Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
Tractor Brakes

Section : 20 - Preparing the Mower

Introduction
Before You Start
Setting Cutting Height

Section : 25 - Attaching and Detaching

Center Hitch Pin
Lateral Hitch Pins
Attaching Mower to Tractor
Attaching PTO Driveline
Detaching Mower From Tractor

Section : 30 - Transporting

Preparing the Mower For Transport
Follow Safe Transport Procedures
Keep Riders Off Machine

Section : 35 - Operation

Brake-in the New Mower
Preparing for Operation
Adjusting Cutting Height
Keep Riders Off Machine
Follow Safe Operating Procedures
Operating Mower for Best Performance
Maintaining Rotor Balance

Section : 45 - Lubrication and Maintenance

Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
Gear Case Lubricant
Grease for General Use
Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
Adding Oil to Gear Case
Every 8 Hours
Every 50 Hours

Section : 50 - Troubleshooting

Knife Troubleshooting
General Troubleshooting
Operation Troubleshooting

Section : 55 - Service

Practice Safe Service Procedures
Inspecting Knives
Inspecting Knife Fasteners
Replacing Knives
Gear Case Service
Removing and Installing Gear Case
Adjusting Drive Belt
Aligning Pulleys
Belt Installation

Section : 60 - Storage

End of Season
Beginning of Season

Section : 65 - Assembly

Install PTO Driveline
Install Rear Safety Deflector

Section : 70 - Specifications

Specifications
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Section : 80 - Crime Prevention Tips

Help Prevent Crime
Record Identification Numbers
Keep Proof of Ownership
Park Indoors Out of Sight
When Parking Outdoors
Reduce Vandalism
Report Thefts Immediately

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