609 (S.N. 080000 - )
709 (S.N. 090020 - )
Rotary Cutters (N.A. Edition)
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Foreword
Machine Identification
Record Rotary Cutter Serial Number
Keep Proof of Ownership
Keep Machines Secure
Section : 05-Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Protect Bystanders
Stay Clear of Rotating Blades
Operate Tractor and Cutter Safely
Back Up Safely
Leaving Cutter Unattended
Keep Riders Off Machine
Prepare for Emergencies
Replace Safety Signs
Wear Protective Clothing
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Transport Cutter Safely
Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Accidental Lowering of Cutter
Practice Safe Maintenance
Store Attachments Safely
Safety Features
Section : 10-Safety Signs
Replace Safety Signs
Safety Signs—Driveline
Safety Signs—Driveline Shields
Safety Signs—Hitch
Safety Signs—Deck
Section : 15-Preparing the Tractor
Selecting Tractor Size
Positioning Tractor Drawbar
Selecting Tractor PTO Speed
Adjusting Tractor Hitch
Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
Determining Front Ballast
Section : 20-Preparing the Cutter
Prestarting Checklist
Using Hitch Pins—Category 2 or 3N, 3-Point Hitch
Using Hitch Pins—Category 2 Quick-Coupler
Using Hitch Pins—Category 3N Quick-Coupler
Checking Driveline Shields
Removing Baffle
Section : 25-Attach and Detach
Attaching Cutter to Tractor with Quick Coupler Hitch
Attaching Cutter to Tractor with Three-Point Hitch
Leveling the Rotary Cutter
Assembling Main PTO Driveline Telescoping Members (If Necessary)
Attach PTO Driveline
Checking Driveline/Cutter Clearance
Detach Cutter from Tractor
Section : 30-Transporting
Preparing Cutter For Transport
Follow Safe Transport Procedures
Making Turns
Keep Riders Off Machine
Section : 35-Operating the Cutter
Preparing Cutter for Operation
Adjusting Cutting Height and Angle
Keep Riders Off Machine
Follow Safe Operating Procedures
Operating the Cutter for Best Performance
Cutting Technique
Turning Cutter
Operator’s Manual Storage Location
Attachments Available
Section : 40-Lubrication and Maintenance
Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
Grease
Gear Case Oil
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Mixing of Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
Observe Lubrication Symbols
Every 10 Hours or Daily
Every 30 Hours
Every 50 Hours
As Required
Section : 45-Service
Practice Safe Service Procedures
Keep Service Area Clean
Driveline Length
Using Slip Clutch Storage Feature
Disassembling and Inspecting Slip Clutch
Assembling Slip Clutch
Removing and Installing PTO Driveline
Checking Blade Wear
Replacing Blades
Replacing Blade Holder
Direction of Blade Rotation
Replacing Skid Shoes
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Section : 50-Assembly
Perform Predelivery Service Safely
Install Optional Equipment or Attachments
Remove Shipping Dunnage and Parts
Assemble Rotary Cutter
Fill Gear Case
Install Front Safety Shield
Install Rear Solid Safety Shield
Install Rear Chain Safety Shield
Final Inspection and Adjustments
Section : 55-Specifications
609 Specifications
709 Specifications
Section : SERVLIT-John Deere Service Literature
Technical Information
Section : IBC-John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Is At Your Service