Worksaver FM 560 - Manual (Page 10)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Take all possible precautions when leaving unit unattended: Disengage PTO, set parking brake, stop engine
and remove key from ignition. Park in level area.
Do not allow riders on the rotary mower or tractor at any time. There is no safe place for any riders.
Disengage power takeoff (PTO) and place transmission into neutral before attempting to start engine.
Do not operate unless all personnel, livestock, and pets are 100 yards away to prevent injury by thrown objects.
Never direct discharge toward anyone.
Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving parts.
This rotary mower is designed for use only on tractors with 540 RPM power takeoff.
Never operate tractor and mower under trees with low hanging limbs. Operators can be knocked off the trac-
tor and then run over by the rotating blades.
The rotating parts of this machine have been designed and tested for rugged use. However, they could fail
upon impact with heavy, solid objects such as steel guard rails, posts, and concrete abutments. Such impact
could cause the broken objects to be thrown outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of prop-
erty damage, serious injury, or even death, never allow the cutting blades to contact such obstacles.
Frequently check mower blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks and securely fastened.
Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become entangled in the operating parts of the
mower head. These items could then swing outside the housing at greater velocities than the blades. Such a
situation is extremely hazardous. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing. Removing any like
object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to contact such items.
Pick up all rocks and other debris before mowing. Enter new areas carefully. Cut material higher at first, allow-
ing cutter to clear hidden objects. Never assume an area is clear. Always Check!
OPERATIONAL SAFETY (continued)
Stop mower and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn engine off, remove key, inspect and
repair any damage before resuming operation.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
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BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE
INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY
1. Inspect all parts for damage or wear and make sure
that the bearings are in good condition. Replace any
parts that show wear or any damage.
2. Clean all components and make sure that they are
free of dirt, grease or any other contaminants.
3. Before assembly pack the ball bearings with quality
bearing grease.
4. Press a bearing into the housing on the side that has
the grease overfill hole. Make sure that the bearing’s
dirt seal is facing to the outside of the housing.
5. Install a flat washer (item 6), and the dust cap (item
4). Next press the spindle shaft through the already
installed bearing and be certain that the bearing is
seated properly.
6. Install the spacer (item 5) on the spindle shaft. Press
the second bearing into the opposite side of the
housing and make sure that it is properly seated, with
the dirt seal facing outside.
7. Next install the flat washer (item 6) and key (item 10)
on the shaft. Mount the proper sheave that corre-
sponds with the spindle.
8. Install lockwasher (item 7) and nut (item 8) on the
shaft and tighten to approximately 65 ft. lb. torque.
9. Align the slot in the nut with the lockwasher tab.
Bend the tab into the nut so it locks in place.
10. Grease the spindle assembly through the grease fit-
ting (item 9) until a small amount of grease comes
out of the relief hole in the housing.
STORAGE
Your mower represents an investment from which you
should get the greatest possible benefit and use.
Therefore, when the cutting season is over, the mower
should be thoroughly checked and prepared for storage
so that a minimum amount of work will be required to put
it back into operation for the next season.
We suggest the following storage procedures:
1. Thoroughly clean the mower
2. Lubricate the mower as recommended in the mainte-
nance section of this manual.
3. Tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque.
4. Check the mower for worn or damaged parts and
replace any require so.
5. Store the mower in a clean, dry place with the deck
resting on blocks.
6. Use spray touch up enamel where necessary to pre-
vent rust and maintain its appearance.
BLADE SPINDLE SERVICE
INSTRUCTIONS DISASSEMBLY
(See figure 15)
1. Bend tab of lockwasher (item 7) out of the slot in the
nut (item 8).
2. Remove the nut (item 8) from spindle shaft (item 3).
3. Support the spindle housing (item 1) and press the
spindle (item 3) out of the housing.
4. Remove the bearings (item 2) and the spacer (item 5).
Figure 15