Modern AG 15' Raptor - Manual (Page 55)

15’ Raptorrr - 55
OPERATION SECTION
CUTTER STORAGE
It is recommended that the cutter be stored with the center section and both wings fully lowered to
ground level. If the cutter is stored with the wings in the raised position, select a level area and install
wing transport braces to prevent the wings from falling BeFORe disconnecting the cutter hitch from
the tractor.
Properly preparing and storing the cutter at the end of the season is critical to maintaining its
appearance and to help ensure years of dependable service. the following are suggested storage
procedures:
• thoroughly clean all debris off the cutter to prevent damage from rotting grass and
standing water.
• Lubricate all cutter grease points and fill gearbox oil levels as detailed in the maintenance
section.
• tighten all bolts and pins to the recommended torque.
• Check the cutter for worn and damaged parts. Perform repairs and make replacements
immediately so that the cutter will be ready for use at the start of the next season.
• Store the cutter in a clean, dry place with the cutter housing resting securely on blocks or
at ground level.
• Keep the driveline yoke from sitting in water, dirt and other contaminants.
• apply touch-up where necessary to prevent rust and maintain the appearance of
the cutter.
It is critical that driveline clutches slip when an obstacle or heavy load is encountered to avoid cutter
and/or tractor damage. If the cutter sits outside for an extended period of time or is exposed to rain
and/or humid air, the clutch lining plates must be inspected to ensure they are not frozen together
from rust or corrosion. If the cutter has been exposed to such conditions, at the start of each mowing
season, and any time it is suspected that the slip clutch plates may be frozen together, readjust the
slip clutch as detailed in Seasonal Clutch Maintenance of the maintenance section in this manual.
Never allow children to play on or around Tractor or Implement. Children can slip or fall off the
equipment and be injured or killed. Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing
themselves or others.
DANGER