Woods Equipment Lawn Mower 7000 7192 7194 7195 7200 7205 User Guide
C360 Undermount Mower  
mounting to  
Cub Cadet Tractor Models  
7000, 7192, 7194,  
7195, 7200, 7205  
Includes  
Mounting Kit  
1002875  
MAN0137  
MAN0137 (Rev. 8/13/2004)  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ii  
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5  
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7  
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 - 28  
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
PARTS INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43  
BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52  
BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53  
PARTS WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54  
PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE BACK COVER  
MAN0137 (9/14/01))  
Introduction 1  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Cutting Width. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60”  
Cutting Height Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1/2’ - 4”  
Tractor Mid-PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,000 RPM  
Blade Speed (RPM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2,800  
Blade Tip Speed (feet per minute) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15,200  
Blade Spindles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Number of Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Universal Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0600  
Caster Wheels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4  
Caster Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1/4” x 6-1/4”  
Mower Frame Thickness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 GA Deck  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operat-  
ing and maintaining your mower. Read it carefully. It  
furnishes information and instructions that will help  
you achieve years of dependable performance.  
These instructions have been compiled from exten-  
sive field experience and engineering data. Some  
information may be general in nature due to unknown  
and varying operating conditions. However, through  
experience and these instructions, you should be able  
to develop procedures suitable to your particular situ-  
ation.  
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Some illustrations in this manual show the  
mower with safety shields removed to provide a  
better view. The mower should never be operated  
with any safety shielding removed.  
Throughout this manual, references are made to right  
and left direction. These are determined from the  
operator’s position in the tractor seat. Blade rotation is  
clockwise as viewed from the top of the mower.  
The illustrations and data used in this manual were  
current at the time of printing but, due to possible  
inline production changes, your machine may vary  
slightly in detail. We reserve the right to redesign and  
change the machines as may be necessary without  
notification.  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
2 Introduction  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
PREPARATION  
„ Check that all hardware is properly installed.  
Always tighten to torque chart specifications  
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.  
Safety is a primary concern in the design and  
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our  
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped  
out by an operator’s single careless act.  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing  
to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head.  
In addition to the design and configuration of  
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-  
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,  
judgement, and proper training of personnel  
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance  
and storage of equipment.  
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,  
adjusted, and in good operating condition.  
It has been said “The best safety device is an  
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that  
kind of operator.  
„ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar  
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
„ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or  
TRAINING  
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 systems in “locked up” position at all times.  
„ Safety instructions are important! Read all  
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all  
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-  
ment manuals are available from dealer or, in the  
United States and Canada, call 1-800-319-6637.)  
Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can  
result in serious injury or death.  
„ Remove accumulated debris from this equip-  
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.  
„ Make sure all safety decals are installed.  
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for  
location.)  
„ If you do not understand any part of this manual  
and need assistance, see your dealer.  
„ Make sure shields and guards are properly  
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
„ Know your controls and how to stop engine and  
„ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment  
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when  
attachments are in transport position. Without this  
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal  
injury or death. The weight may be attained with a  
loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front  
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.  
Do not estimate.  
attachment quickly in an emergency.  
„ Operators must be instructed in and be capable  
of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-  
ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to  
operate this equipment without proper instruc-  
tions.  
„ Keep hands and body away from pressurized  
lines. Use paper or cardboard, not hands or other  
body parts to check for leaks. Wear safety goggles.  
Hydraulic fluid under pressure can easily penetrate  
skin and will cause serious injury or death.  
„ Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or  
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing  
injury or damage.  
OPERATION  
„ You may not be able to stop the tractor safely if  
the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms are improp-  
erly adjusted, allowing them to contact mower  
components.  
„ Make sure that all operating and service person-  
nel know that if hydraulic fluid penetrates skin, it  
must be surgically removed as soon as possible by  
a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gan-  
grene, serious injury, or death will result. CON-  
TACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID  
ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY.  
„ When the mower lift stops are installed as  
instructed in this manual, properly adjusted clutch  
and brake pedal mechanisms will not contact  
mower components. You should frequently check  
that the tractor clutch and brake pedal mechanisms  
are in adjustment.  
„ Never allow children or untrained persons to  
operate equipment.  
UM60/72 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 7/22/2004)  
Safety 3  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
„ If the clutch or brake pedal mechanisms can  
„ Do not operate on steep slopes.  
contact mower components, do not put mower into  
service until properly adjusted.  
„ Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-  
denly on slopes.  
„ Do not put mower into service unless discharge  
chute is installed and in good condition. Replace if  
damaged.  
„ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on  
slopes and rough terrain.  
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during  
operation.  
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.  
„ Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the  
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and  
secured. Never place any part of the body under-  
neath equipment or between moveable parts even  
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic  
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,  
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers  
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect-  
edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper-  
ator's Manual instructions for working underneath  
and blocking requirements or have work done by a  
qualified dealer.  
„ Stop power unit and equipment immediately  
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,  
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before  
resuming operation.  
„ Before dismounting power unit or performing  
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:  
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point  
hitch and all raised components to the ground,  
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres-  
sure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,  
and unfasten seat belt.  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic system  
failures, or mechanical component failures.  
„ Never direct discharge toward people, animals,  
or property.  
„ Do not operate equipment while under the influ-  
ence of alcohol or drugs.  
„ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.  
„ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from  
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all  
moving parts.  
TRANSPORTATION  
„ Always comply with all state and local lighting  
and marking requirements.  
„ Always comply with all state and local lighting  
and marking requirements.  
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.  
„ Do not operate PTO during transport.  
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.  
„ 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 systems in “locked up” position at all times.  
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain.  
„ A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment  
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when  
attachments are in transport position. Without this  
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal  
injury or death. The weight may be attained with a  
loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front  
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.  
Do not estimate.  
„ Always sit in power unit seat when operating  
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat  
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,  
and ensure all other controls are disengaged  
before starting power unit engine.  
„ 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.  
„ Operate tractor PTO at the RPM speed stated in  
“Specifications” section.  
„ Do not operate PTO during transport.  
„ Do not operate auxiliary hydraulics during  
transport.  
„ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.  
„ Look down and to the rear and make sure area  
„ Do not operate or transport equipment while  
is clear before operating in reverse.  
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  
UM60/72 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 7/22/2004)  
4 Safety  
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SAFETY RULES  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
„ The maximum transport speed for towed and  
semi-mounted machines is 20 mph (32 km/h).  
Regardless of the maximum speed capability of the  
towing tractor, do not exceed the implement’s max-  
imum transport speed. Doing so could result in:  
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,  
adjusted, and in good operating condition.  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
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•
Loss of control of the implement and tractor  
Reduced or no ability to stop during braking  
„
Make certain all movement of equipment com-  
ponents has stopped before approaching for ser-  
vice.  
•
•
Implement tire failure  
Damage to the implement or its components.  
„ Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,  
„ Never tow this implement with a motor vehicle.  
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.  
„ Use a new Nylok blade bolt and cup washers  
when you replace the blade. Do not substitute any  
bolt for the special blade bolt. It is self-locking,  
meeting the non-loosening requirements for this  
application.  
MAINTENANCE  
„ Before dismounting power unit or performing  
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:  
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point  
hitch and all raised components to the ground,  
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres-  
sure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,  
and unfasten seat belt.  
„ Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless  
or improper handling may result in serious injury.  
„ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement  
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original  
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic system  
failures, or mechanical component failures.  
„ Tighten all bolts, nuts and screws to torque  
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are  
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe  
condition before putting unit into service.  
„ Make sure all safety decals are installed.  
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for  
location.)  
„ Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to  
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-  
nents in any way.  
„ Make sure shields and guards are properly  
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing  
to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head.  
„ Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until machine  
is securely blocked or placed in lowest position  
and system pressure is released by operating  
valve levers.  
„ Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the  
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and  
secured. Never place any part of the body under-  
neath equipment or between moveable parts even  
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic  
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,  
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers  
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect-  
edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper-  
ator's Manual instructions for working underneath  
and blocking requirements or have work done by a  
qualified dealer.  
„ Wear gloves when installing belt. Be careful to  
prevent fingers from being caught between belt  
and pulley.  
STORAGE  
„ Block equipment securely for storage.  
„ Keep children and bystanders away from stor-  
age area.  
UM60/72 Mower Safety Rules (Rev. 7/22/2004)  
Safety 5  
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
Replace Immediately If Damaged!  
WARNING  
Check for leaks with cardboard; never use hand.  
Before loosening fittings: lower load, release pressure, and  
be sure oil is cool.  
Consult physician immediately if skin penetration occurs.  
19924-B  
1 - PN 19924  
WARNING  
PTO speeds higher than 2000 RPM  
can cause equipment failure and  
personal injury.  
OPERATE PTO AT  
2000 RPM  
15622-A  
2 - PN 15622A  
DC4000A  
3 - PN 19007  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
6 Safety  
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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS  
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!  
Replace Immediately If Damaged!  
WARNING  
TO AVOID SERIOUS  
INJURY OR DEATH,  
DANGER  
Read Operator’s Manual (available  
from dealer) and follow all safety  
precautions.  
Keep all shields in place and in good  
condition.  
ROTATING BLADES AND  
THROWN OBJECTS  
Operate mower from tractor seat only.  
Lower mower, stop engine and  
remove key before dismounting  
tractor.  
ꢀ Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when  
engine is running.  
ꢀ Before mowing, clear area of objects that may be  
Allow no children or untrained  
persons to operate equipment.  
thrown by blade.  
ꢀ Keep bystanders away.  
FAILURE TO OPERATE SAFELY  
CAN RESULT IN  
ꢀ Keep discharge chute and guards in place and in good  
INJURY OR DEATH.  
condition.  
18877--B  
BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN  
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.  
4 -PN 18877B  
18863-B  
5 -PN 18863  
DANGER  
DANGER  
SHIELD MISSING  
SHIELD MISSING  
DO NOT OPERATE  
PUT SHIELD ON  
18867--B  
6 - PN 18869  
7 - PN 18867  
8 - Serial Number Plate  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Safety 7  
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OPERATION  
Safety is a primary concern in the design and  
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our  
efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped  
out by an operator’s single careless act.  
„ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or col-  
lar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
In addition to the design and configuration of  
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-  
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,  
judgement, and proper training of personnel  
involved in the operation, transport, maintenance  
and storage of equipment.  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic sys-  
tem failures, or mechanical component failures.  
It has been said “The best safety device is an  
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that  
kind of operator.  
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of  
this mower. The operator must be properly trained.  
Operators should be familiar with the power unit,  
mower, and all safety practices before starting opera-  
tion. Read the safety rules and safety decals on and  
page 7.  
CAUTION  
„ Know your controls and how to stop engine  
and attachment quickly in an emergency.  
„ Operators must be instructed in and be capa-  
ble of the safe operation of the equipment, its  
attachments, and all controls. Do not allow any-  
one to operate this equipment without proper  
instructions.  
„ Keep bystanders away from equipment.  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-  
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and  
head.  
„ Never allow riders on power unit or attach-  
ment.  
„ Never allow children or untrained persons to  
operate equipment.  
„ Make sure attachment is properly secured,  
adjusted, and in good operating condition.  
„ Operate tractor PTO at the RPM speed stated  
in “Specifications” section.  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
8 Operation  
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Operation Cont’d  
Adjust Cutting Height  
1. Mower cutting height is raised, lowered, and  
maintained by adjusting caster and gauge wheels.  
Refer to Figure 2 and accompanying chart for approx-  
imate cutting heights.  
2. Raise mower with tractor hydraulics to adjust  
gauge and caster wheels. It is important that all set-  
tings are the same.  
DB2935  
Approximate  
Position  
Cutting Height  
Figure 2 Cutting Height Adjustment  
1.50”  
2.12”  
2.75”  
3.38”  
4.0”  
1
2
3
4
5
IMPORTANT  
Avoid very low cutting heights. Striking the  
ground with blades gives one of the most damag-  
ing shock loads a mower can encounter and, if  
this occurs repeatedly, it will cause damage to  
mower and drive.  
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Figure 1 Cutting Height Positions  
Transport Lock Operation  
There may be occasions when you would like to use  
your tractor for tasks other than mowing but do not  
want to remove the mower. For your convenience we  
have provided a method to lock the mower up and  
free the tractor auxiliary valve or 3-point arm for  
implement use.  
STORE  
LOCK  
1. To engage lock-up bar, raise mower to maximum  
height, then lift lock-up handle and drop into outer  
gate. This will lock mower in raised position.  
1
2. To return to operating position, raise mower to  
maximum height, then raise lock-up handle and move  
to inner gate. Mower will now raise and lower freely.  
2
1. Front lift stop assembly  
2. Lock-up bar  
CD4180  
Figure 3 Transport Lock Installation  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Operation 9  
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Operation Cont’d  
Remove Mower from Tractor  
NOTE: The lift mechanism maybe left on the tractor  
when mower is removed.  
6. Remove the pins and leave the linkage attached  
to mower frame (flip lift bars down). Refer to Attach  
Mower to Tractor, page 40 for locations.  
1. Lift mower off of ground and remove adjustment  
7. Raise mower lift mechanism. Refer to Transport  
Lock Operation, page 9 and lock the lift mechanism  
up.  
pins from gauge and caster wheel adjustment points.  
2. Lower mower to ground, stop engine, and remove  
key.  
8. Place blocks between front tires and mower  
frame.  
3. Remove driveshaft from tractor mid-PTO shaft.  
4. Release pins from front mounting channel. There  
are two pins connecting rockshaft lift to linkage  
attached to the mower frame.  
9. Back tractor front tires over mower frame.  
10. Place mower frame in storage.  
11. Refer to Attach Mower to Tractor, page 40 for  
installing mower to tractor.  
5. Remove rear mower lift bars from rear rockshafts.  
Operation Safety  
IMPORTANT  
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Power for operating mower is supplied by  
tractor mid-PTO. Do not exceed tractor manufac-  
turer's rated mid-PTO speed of 2000 rpm maxi-  
mum. Know how to stop tractor and mower  
quickly in case of an emergency.  
„ Do not put mower into service unless dis-  
charge chute is installed and in good condition.  
Replace if damaged.  
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Should mower become plugged, causing belt  
to slip for over two seconds, maneuver equipment  
into a previously cut area and allow mower to  
clear accumulated material. Continue running at  
least two minutes, allowing pulleys to cool. Stop-  
ping the mower with belt in contact with a very hot  
pulley will bake and ruin belt.  
Install Discharge Chute, page 36  
CAUTION  
„ Stop power unit and equipment immediately  
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,  
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage  
before resuming operation.  
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Mower vibration tends to loosen bolts during  
operation. All hardware should be checked regu-  
larly to maintain proper torque. It is a good prac-  
tice to check mower before each operation to  
ensure all bolts are secure.  
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10 Operation  
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Operation Cont’d  
Operating Techniques  
Operating Tips  
1. Proper ground speed will depend upon the ter-  
rain, the height, type, and density of material to be  
cut.  
1. Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Set  
mower at a higher cutting height for the first pass.  
Then cut at desired height at 90 degrees to the first  
pass.  
2. Normally, ground speed will range from two to five  
mph. Tall dense material should be cut at a low  
speed; thin medium-height material can be cut at a  
faster ground speed.  
2. Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts  
and require less power.  
3. Analyze area to be cut to determine the best pro-  
cedure. Consider height and type of grass and terrain  
type: hilly, level, or rough.  
3. Always operate tractor mid-PTO at 2000 rpm.  
This is necessary to maintain proper blade speed and  
produce a clean cut.  
4. Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight for-  
ward whenever possible. Mow with uncut grass to the  
left. This will distribute the clippings over the cut area.  
Discharging clippings over uncut grass will cause a  
build-up and may prevent uniform cutting.  
4. Under certain conditions, tractor tires may roll  
some grass down and prevent it from being cut at the  
same height as the surrounding area. When this  
occurs, reduce your ground speed, but maintain 2000  
rpm mid-PTO speed. The lower ground speed will  
permit grass to at least partially rebound.  
5. Use the inside edge of the right front caster wheel  
as a cutting guide.  
5. Under some conditions, grass will not rebound  
enough to be cut evenly. In general, lower cutting  
heights give a more even cut with less tendency to  
leave tire tracks. However, it is better to cut grass fre-  
quently rather than too short. Short grass deteriorates  
rapidly in hot weather and invites weed growth during  
growing seasons. Follow local recommendations for  
the suitable cutting height in your area.  
6. When transporting unit a long distance, pin all  
four wheels in position 1 as shown in Figure 1, Cut-  
ting Height Positions, page 9. Raise mower and  
engage lock-up.  
7. For a professional touch in large open areas, try  
the mowing pattern in Figure 4. Make two or three  
passes clockwise to discharge clippings away from  
bordering objects. Then cut the lawn in half by mow-  
ing down the center. Turn counter-clockwise to the left  
at the end of the area over grass previously mowed.  
6. When operating the mower, move the hydraulic  
control valve to the float position. This will allow the  
mower to follow ground contours.  
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3
6
8
10  
11  
9
7
5
12  
14  
16  
15  
13  
4
2
CD1276  
Figure 4 Mowing Pattern  
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Operation Cont’d  
Uneven Terrain  
1. Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid  
sharp drops to prevent "hanging up" the tractor and  
mower. Practice will improve your skills in maneuver-  
ing rough terrain.  
2. Take all possible precautions when leaving tractor  
unattended: disengage mid-PTO, set parking brake,  
stop engine, remove key, and lower mower to ground.  
„ Do not operate on steep slopes.  
„ Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-  
denly on slopes.  
„ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on  
slopes and rough terrain.  
„ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during  
operation.  
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST  
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)  
___ Inspect area and remove stones, branches or  
other hard objects that might be thrown, causing  
injury or damage.  
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety  
decal instructions on pages 3 through 7.  
___ Check to ensure blades are sharp, in good con-  
dition, and installed correctly. Replace if dam-  
aged.  
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in  
good condition. Replace if damaged.  
___ Check to make sure all shields and guards are  
properly installed and in good condition. Be sure  
that either the discharge shield or complete vac-  
uum attachment is installed.  
___ Check all lubrication points and grease as  
instructed in Lubrication Points, page 15.  
___ Check cutting height and attitude adjustment.  
___ Check that all hardware and cotter pins are  
properly installed and secured.  
___ Make sure tractor 3-point lift links do not inter-  
fere with hydraulic hoses or driveline throughout  
full turning range.  
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely  
attached to power unit.  
___ Do not allow riders.  
___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin  
or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in  
power unit PTO spline groove and in gearbox  
spline groove.  
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OWNER SERVICE  
The information in this section is written for operators  
who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need  
help, your dealer has trained service technicians  
available. For your protection, read and follow the  
safety information in this manual.  
CAUTION  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-  
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and  
head.  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section. Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic sys-  
tem failures, or mechanical component failures.  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
Blocking Method  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic sys-  
tem failures, or mechanical component failures.  
1. Do not work underneath mower unless it is prop-  
erly attached to the tractor and blocked securely.  
When properly attached, the unit will be anchored to  
minimize front-to-rear movement.  
DC2937  
Figure 5 Block Location  
NOTE: When blocking, you must consider overall sta-  
bility of the unit. Just blocking under the unit will not  
ensure your safety. The working surface must be level  
and solid to support the loaded weight of the blocks.  
Test blocking stability before working under any por-  
tion of the mower.  
2. Raise mower completely, set tractor brakes, turn  
engine off, remove key, block tractor wheels front and  
rear.  
3. Install transport lock (see Transport Lock Opera-  
tion, page 9).  
4. Disconnect mower driveline from tractor PTO.  
5. Install blocks securely under each corner of the  
mower, Figure 5.  
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OWNER SERVICE Cont’d  
Lubrication  
1. Do not let excess grease collect on or around  
parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas.  
5. Over-filling the gearbox will cause the excess  
gear lube to blow out vent plug. The gear lube could  
then ruin the belt.  
2. Figure 6 shows the lubrication points. The accom-  
panying chart gives the frequency of lubrication in  
operating hours, based on normal operating condi-  
tions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more  
frequent lubrication. Some reference numbers have  
more than one location; be sure you lubricate all loca-  
tions.  
6. Use a lithium grease of #2 consistency with a  
MOLY (molybdenum disulfide) additive for all loca-  
tions. Be sure to clean fittings thoroughly before  
attaching grease gun. When applied according to the  
lubrication chart, one good pump of most guns is suf-  
ficient.  
7. In addition to the lubrication points shown (Figure  
6), oil the six mower lift pivot points (See Oilite Bush-  
ing Location, page 21), at least once a year.  
3. Use SAE 90W gear lube in the gearbox. Check  
gearbox daily for evidence of leakage at both seals  
and the gasket between the housing and cover. If  
leakage is noted, repair immediately. There may be a  
small amount of lube emitted from the vent plug; this  
is not considered leakage.  
4. Check lube level every 50 hours by removing the  
vent plug and inserting an object such as a wooden  
pencil through the hole until it touches the bottom of  
the gearbox. The oil level should show 1" on the pen-  
cil. You may also check the oil by using an Allen  
wrench to remove the level plug in the front of the  
gearbox.  
Drive Shaft Lubrication  
1. Lubricate the drive shaft slip joint every 8 operat-  
ing hours. Failure to maintain proper lubrication could  
result in damage to U-joints, gearbox and drive shaft.  
2. Lower mower to ground and apply a bead of  
grease all around the male half where it meets the  
female half. Raise and lower mower several times to  
distribute grease.  
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OWNER SERVICE Cont’d  
DC2962A  
REF  
DESCRIPTION  
Caster pivot  
FREQUENCY  
8 hrs.  
1
2
3
4
Chaster wheel  
Blade Spindle  
8 hrs.  
24 hrs.  
Gearbox- Check level  
(check for leaks daily)  
50 hrs.  
5
6
7
8
Drive shaft U-Joints  
Rear gauge wheels  
Drive shaft slip joint  
8 hrs.  
8 hrs.  
8 hrs.  
24 hrs.  
Spring Take-Up pivot arm  
(30W Oil)  
9
Oil level plug  
Figure 6 Lubrication Points  
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BLADE SERVICING  
Inspect blades for condition and proper installation  
each time before operation. Replace any blade that is  
bent, excessively nicked, worn or has any other dam-  
age. Small nicks can be ground out when sharpening.  
Remove Blades  
1. For right and left spindles, install spindle lock  
wrench (5) through belt shield (3) and into holes in  
spindle pulley as shown in Figure 7. Remove bolt (8)  
that has RIGHT HAND THREADS. Remove cup  
washers (7), washer (6), and blade (1).  
4
5
3
2. On the center spindle use blade wrench handle  
(4). The handle will rotate against gearbox stand  
when blade bolt is removed.  
3. Shoulder washer (2) will not normally come off  
unless intentionally removed.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6
Blade  
2
Shoulder washer  
Left blade shield  
Spindle lock wrench handle  
Spindle lock wrench  
5/8 Standard flat washer  
Cup washer  
1
7.  
8.  
6
Blade bolt, special Nylok  
(right hand thread)  
7
8
Figure 7 Blade Assembly  
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OWNER SERVICE Cont’d  
Install Blades  
Refer to Figure 7.  
1. Install spindle lock wrench (5) through belt shield  
(3) and into holes in spindle pulley as shown Figure 7.  
CAUTION  
2. Install shoulder washer (2) if removed, small end  
up. Make sure blade cutting edge is positioned to lead  
in a clockwise rotation, as viewed from top of mower.  
„ Your dealer can supply genuine replacement  
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original  
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.  
3. Install two cup washers (7) on bolt (8). Install  
washer (6) and blade (1) on bolt. Remember that bolt  
(8) has right hand threads; install bolt and blade  
assembly into spindle.  
IMPORTANT  
We recommend you install a new Nylok blade  
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bolt when you replace the blade.  
4. Torque bolt to 170 lbs.-ft. Remove spindle lock  
wrench from pulley and shield.  
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Do not substitute any bolt for the special  
blade bolt. It is self-locking, meeting the non-loos-  
ening requirements for this application.  
Sharpen Blades  
IMPORTANT  
When sharpening blades be sure to balance  
Follow Original Pattern  
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them. Unbalanced blades will cause excessive  
vibration which can damage blade spindle bear-  
ings. Vibration may also cause structural cracks  
in mower components.  
CD3411  
1. Remove blades.  
Maintain Corner  
2. Always sharpen both ends at the same time to  
maintain balance. Follow original sharpening pattern.  
Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge. Leave from  
1/32" to 1/16" blunt edge. Do not sharpen back side.  
1-32"  
Figure 8 Blade Sharpening  
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OWNER SERVICE Cont’d  
Replace Belt  
1. Loosen bolt holding belt guide A and swing it  
away from pulley B.  
2. Pass a loop of belt underneath front of gearbox  
stand ahead of gearbox pulley C. Use care not to  
over-bend belt as bending can cause internal dam-  
age.  
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Use care when installing or removing belt  
from spring-loaded idler at step 5. Springs store  
energy when extended and, if released suddenly,  
can cause personal injury.  
3. Route belt over pulley D.  
4. Route belt around gearbox pulley C and route a  
loop underneath rear of gearbox stand.  
One of the major causes of belt failure is improper  
installation. Before installing a new belt, check pulley  
shafts and bearings for wear. Check pulley grooves  
for dirt. Make sure spindles turn freely and without  
wobble.  
5. Use a 1-1/4" open end wrench to rotate idler arm  
E counter-clockwise enough to install belt around idler  
pulley F.  
6. Route belt around spindle pulley "G" and idler pul-  
ley H.  
If grooves require cleaning, moisten a cloth with a  
non-flammable, non-toxic degreasing agent or com-  
mercial detergent and water.  
7. Grasp remaining belt loop with both hands and  
pull the spring-loaded idler enough to route belt over  
spindle pulley B. Make sure spring-loaded idler E piv-  
ots freely with belt installed.  
Avoid excessive force during installation. Do not use  
tools to pry belt into pulley groove. Do not roll belt  
over pulleys to install. This can cause hidden damage  
and premature belt failure.  
8. Adjust belt guide A to provide 1/16 to 1/8" clear-  
ance from belt. Torque bolt to 85 lbs.-ft.  
LA1  
Figure 9 Replace Belt  
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DEALER SERVICE  
The information in this section is written for dealer  
service personnel. The repair described here requires  
special skills and tools. If your shop is not properly  
equipped or your mechanics are not properly trained  
in this type of repair, you may be time and money  
ahead to replace complete assemblies  
„ Before working underneath, read Operator's  
Manual and Blocking Method section Disconnect  
driveline, raise mower, install transport lock,  
securely block up all corners, and check stability.  
Secure blocking prevents equipment from drop-  
ping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic sys-  
tem failures, or mechanical component failures.  
CAUTION  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-  
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and  
head.  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
BLADE SPINDLE  
5. Disassemble split taper bushing (located on top  
of pulley) by removing the two bolts and inserting  
them into the threaded holes in bushing flange.  
Tighten bolts alternately to remove split taper bush-  
ing. Remove pulley.  
Remove Blade Spindle  
1. Remove blade from spindle. (See Remove  
Blades, page 16.)  
2. Remove belt shield.  
6. Remove four bolts attaching spindle to mower  
frame and remove spindle.  
3. Remove belt from pulleys.  
4. Remove bolt and flat washer from top of spindle  
shaft.  
•
Remove bearing cups by placing a punch in the  
Spindle Repair Tips  
housing slots and driving cup out. Alternate punch  
positions from side to side. Use care to prevent hous-  
ing damage.  
•
As a reference point, the top of the spindle hous-  
ing is the short portion.  
To minimize wear, bearing cups, cones and  
Permatex®a sealant is used on the outer diameter  
•
•
sleeves are press-fit to the shaft and will require a  
press or similar device for removal.  
of the seals. Substitute seals may not meet original  
equipment specifications and could cause leakage.  
•
When disassembling, support the housing casting  
to prevent damage.  
3. Remove bearing cups from housing as described  
in Spindle Repair Tips section.  
Disassemble Blade Spindle  
Refer to Figure 10, page 20  
4. Remove bearing cone (4) from shaft (8).  
1. Support spindle in a press and push shaft (8)  
down through housing (5).  
2. Remove seals from housing.  
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DEALER SERVICE Cont’d  
Assemble Blade Spindle  
10. To prevent distortion to metal seal cage, carefully  
press seal into housing. Seal should seat firmly and  
squarely against machined shoulder in housing.  
IMPORTANT  
Bearing adjustment is set by pressing sleeve  
against bearing cone until proper adjustment is  
attained.  
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11. Make sure seal lip did not roll under. Distortion to  
seal cage or damage to seal lip will cause seal to  
leak. Damaged seals must be replaced.  
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Improper positioning of seals can cause seal  
failure.  
12. Apply a thin coat of lubricant to top seal (2) and  
install with spring facing up away from center of hous-  
ing. Top seal should be flush with top of housing.  
1. Bearing cups and cones are designed to work  
together. It is important to position them so the bear-  
ing cone taper mates with bearing cup taper.  
13. Lubricate spindle with a lithium grease of #2 con-  
sistency with a MOLY (molybdenum disulfide) addi-  
tive. Vent bottom seal with a blunt edged tool such as  
a letter opener while filling with grease. Rotate hous-  
ing on spindle shaft, checking for free movement.  
2. Lubricate new cups (6) with a light oil. Place them  
in spindle housing (5) so they will mate with cones (4).  
Seat cups (6) against machined shoulder of housing  
with a press or by placing a large drift on the flat lip  
and driving them into housing.  
3. Place bottom bearing cone (4) onto spindle shaft  
(8) with taper up. Seat on bottom shoulder of shaft  
with a press.  
2
3
4
4. Insert shaft and bearing cone assembly through  
bottom of housing (5). Fill housing cavity with a lithium  
grease of #2 consistency with a MOLY (molybdenum  
disulfide) additive.  
6
7
5. Place top bearing cone (4) on shaft (8) to mate  
with top bearing cup. Install sleeve (3) on shaft and  
press sleeve and bearing cone onto shaft until all  
bearing free play is removed and there is a slight  
drag. Check by spinning spindle. It should turn freely.  
5
6
4
NOTE: Be careful not to over-tighten bearings. Proper  
bearing adjustment is essential to good bearing life.  
Should you over-tighten bearings, hold spindle hous-  
ing and rap spindle shaft with a hammer and wood  
block to loosen bearings. Readjust bearings until  
proper setting is obtained.  
8
DB3403  
6. Proper seal installation is important. An improp-  
erly installed seal will leak and could cause bearing  
failure.  
2
7. Pull the rubber portion of seal back and locate  
spring.  
Figure 10 Spindle Repair  
8. Apply a thin coat of lubricant to bottom seal (2)  
and install with spring up toward center of housing.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Spindle Assembly  
Seal  
Sleeve  
9. Place bottom seal squarely onto housing. Select  
a piece of pipe or tubing with an OD that will sit onto  
outside edge of seal. A tube that is too small will bow  
seal cage.  
Bearing cone  
Housing  
Cup  
Grease fitting  
Shaft  
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DEALER SERVICE Cont’d  
Install Blade Spindle  
44  
IMPORTANT  
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Pulley installation sequence is very important  
45  
47  
42  
for bearing life. Follow the sequence exactly.  
1. Insert spindle through bottom of mower deck and  
install three mounting bolts. Be sure to position  
grease fittings toward lubrication access areas.  
17  
2. Install pulley (16) and split taper bushing (17) with  
integral key on spindle shaft.  
3. Install bolt (44) and flat washer (45) in top of spin-  
dle shaft. Torque this bolt to 12 lbs.-ft.  
4. Install split taper bushing bolts (47) and lock  
washers (42).  
16  
5. Alternately tighten and torque to 12 lbs.-ft.  
DD3413A-1  
Figure 11 Spindle Installation  
Replace Oilite Bushings  
1. Six pre-oiled bronze Oilite bushings are used in  
the lift mechanism, two in front and four in rear (see  
Figure 12). Oil these bushings once a year to extend  
their life cycle.  
Left Rear Rockshaft Mount  
2. When replacement is required, use a new bush-  
ing to press the old bushing out. Make sure the new  
bushings are pressed in flush.  
Oilite Bushing  
Left Front Lift Stop  
Oilite Bushing  
LA2  
Figure 12 Oilite Bushing Location  
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DEALER SERVICE Cont’d  
UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Drive shaft yoke  
Journal cross  
Seal  
Snap ring  
Cup and bearings  
Yoke  
2
1
6
3
4
5
CD1402  
Figure 13 U-Joint Exploded View  
Disassemble U-Joint  
1. Remove snap rings from inside of yokes in four  
locations as shown in Figure 14.  
2. With snap rings removed, support drive in vise,  
hold yoke in hand and tap on yoke to drive cup up out  
of yoke. See Figure 15.  
CD1386  
CD1384  
Figure 15  
Figure 14  
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Disassemble U-Joint cont’d  
3. Clamp cup in vise as shown in Figure 16 and tap  
on yoke to completely remove cup from yoke. Repeat  
steps two and three for opposite cup.  
4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure  
17 and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat step three  
for final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift  
and hammer.  
CD1388  
CD1387  
Figure 16  
Figure 17  
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Assemble U-Joint  
1. Place seals securely on bearing cups. Insert cup  
into yoke from outside and press in with hand pres-  
sure as far as possible.  
2. Insert journal cross into bearing cup with grease  
fitting away from the shaft. Be careful not to disturb  
needle bearings.  
3. Insert another bearing cup directly across from  
first cup and press in as far as possible with hand  
pressure.  
4. Trap cups in vise and apply pressure. Be sure  
journal cross is started into bearings and continue  
pressure with vise, squeezing in as far as possible.  
Tap yoke to aid in process.  
5. Seat cups by placing a drift or socket (slightly  
smaller than the cup) on cup and rapping with a ham-  
mer. See Figure 18.  
6. Install snap ring and repeat on opposite cup.  
CD1389  
7. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to install remaining cups in  
remaining yoke.  
Figure 18  
8. Move both yokes in all directions to check for free  
movement. Should movement be restricted, rap on  
yokes sharply with a hammer to relieve any tension.  
Repeat until both yokes move in all directions without  
restriction.  
GEARBOX MAINTENANCE  
Read this complete section before starting any repair.  
Many steps are dependent on each other.  
Leakage may be caused by a vent plug not venting.  
To check vent plug operation, remove plug and apply  
low air pressure to opening in side of plug. Check to  
make sure it is venting out of the top.  
Gearbox bearings, gears, and shafts have an interfer-  
ence press fit. Gearbox repair is limited to seal, gas-  
ket, and vent plug replacement.  
Operating gearbox with improper lube level may also  
cause seals to leak. Also check for housing cracks. If  
any of these conditions exist, correct them, clean area  
where leakage was evident, return mower to service,  
and check to make sure leakage has been stopped.  
Always maintain correct gear lube level in gearbox.  
Be sure proper vent plug is installed.  
Troubleshooting is an important part of gearbox main-  
tenance. Check for leakage and bad bearings.  
Bearing maladjustment or failure is indicated by noise  
and excessive side and end play in gear shafts. If this  
is indicated, replace the gearbox.  
Leakage is a very serious problem and must be cor-  
rected immediately or damage to gearbox and belt  
will result. Remove gearbox from mower to repair  
leakage problems.  
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DEALER SERVICE Cont’d  
Remove Gearbox  
1. Disconnect drive shaft and remove key from key-  
way.  
2. Remove belt and remove gear stand from mower.  
3. Turn gear stand over. There are two set screws in  
the split taper bushing; remove them. Insert one set  
screw into the threaded bushing hole and tighten to  
force bushing and pulley apart.  
4. Remove gearbox from stand.  
Repair Gearbox Leak  
Permatex®a sealant is used on the outer diameter of  
the seals. Substitute seals may not meet original  
equipment specifications and could cause leakage.  
8
1
5
3
4
1. Clean gearbox exterior to remove all foreign  
material. When opening, use care to prevent foreign  
material from entering gearbox.  
6
2. To repair horizontal seal, vertical shaft, or leakage  
between cover and gearbox, remove vent plug and  
drain gear lube from box.  
3. Remove leaking seal and replace (refer to Install  
Seal, page 25). Use care to prevent rolling the seal lip  
under.  
2
DB3449A  
7
Figure 19 Gearbox Repair  
4. Replace gasket between cover and gearbox.  
a. Permatex is a registered trademark of the Permatex Corporation.  
Install Seal  
Proper seal installation is important. An improperly  
installed seal will leak and could result in bearing fail-  
ure.  
3. Place seal squarely on housing (spring-loaded lip  
toward inside of gearbox). Select a seal driver, a  
piece of pipe or tubing with an OD that will set on out-  
side edge of seal but will clear housing. A driver that  
is too small will bow seal cage and ruin seal.  
1. Clean areas in housing where seal outer diameter  
seats. Inspect gear shafts. Pay specific attention to  
areas where seals seat. Check for cracks, grooves,  
nicks or bumps. Replace housing or shaft if damage  
cannot be repaired by resurfacing with emery cloth.  
4. Carefully press seal into housing, preventing dis-  
tortion to metal seal cage. Seat vertical seal flush with  
housing and horizontal seal against shoulder in hous-  
ing.  
2. Lubricate seal lip and carefully guide over shaft  
using a blunt tool such as a letter opener. Be careful  
not to roll seal lip under. Do not use a knife as it will  
nick and ruin seal.  
Distortion to seal case or damage to seal lip will  
cause seal to leak. Remove and replace seals dam-  
aged in installation.  
5. Check for proper vent plug operation and fill gear-  
box with 8 oz. of SAE 90W gear lube.  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Dealer Service 25  
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DEALER SERVICE Cont’d  
Install Drive Pulley  
1. Install drive pulley (19) with split taper bushing  
(12) on gearbox vertical shaft. Make sure key (82)  
and keyways are aligned.  
20  
2. Position center line of drive pulley (19) 15/16"  
(plus or minus 1/32") above mounting surface of gear-  
box stand (20) as shown. This is a very critical  
dimension and must be held.  
1-7/8"  
19  
3. Alternately tighten split taper bushing set screws  
to 14 lbs.-ft. Check mounting distance to make sure it  
is correct.  
12  
82  
15/16"  
DB2938  
Figure 20 Drive Pulley Dimensions  
NOTES  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
26 Dealer Service  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING  
TROUBLE SHOOTING  
MOWING CONDITIONS  
Problem  
Possible  
Solutions  
Grass cut higher in center of swath  
than at edges  
Height of mower higher at front than Check cutting height adjustment.  
at rear  
Refer to chart on page 9  
Loose blades  
Check clamping cup washers.  
Replace if flat or not holding.  
Grass cut lower in center of swath  
than at edges  
Height of mower lower at front than  
at rear  
Check cutting height adjustment.  
Refer to chart on page 9.  
Loose blades  
Check clamping cup washers.  
Replace if flat or not holding  
Streaking conditions in swath  
Conditions too wet for mowing  
Allow grass to dry before mowing.  
Blades unable to cut grass pressed  
down by path of tractor tires  
Slow ground speed of tractor but  
keep mid-PTO running at 2000 rpm.  
Cutting lower will help. Under some  
conditions it is impossible to pick up  
and cut grass pressed down by tires.  
Dull blades  
Sharpen or replace blades.  
Material discharges from mower  
unevenly; bunches of material along material  
swath.  
Material too high and too much  
Reduce ground speed but operate  
tractor mid-PTO at 2000 rpm maxi-  
mum, or make two passes over  
material. Raise mower for the first  
pass and lower to desired height for  
the second and cut at 90 degrees to  
first pass. Raise rear of mower high  
enough to permit material discharge  
but not so high that conditions listed  
above occur.  
Grass wet  
Allow grass to dry before mowing.  
Slow ground speed of tractor but  
keep mid-PTO at 2000 rpm maxi-  
mum. Cutting lower will help.  
Rear of mower too low, trapping  
material under mower  
Adjust mower height. Refer to chart.  
page 9  
Clipping packed to underside of  
mower  
Remove clippings and clean under-  
side of mower.  
Erratic mower operation; mower  
slows down without tractor engine  
slowing  
Belt slippage  
See Trouble Shooting Belt Condi-  
tions, page 28.  
MAN0136 (9/28/01)  
Trouble Shooting 27  
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Trouble Shooting Cont’d.  
TROUBLE SHOOTING  
BELT CONDITIONS  
Problems  
Possible  
Solutions  
Belt slippage  
Mower overloading; material too tall  
or heavy  
Reduce tractor ground speed but  
operate mid-PTO at 2000 rpm. Cut  
material twice, one high pass and  
then mow at desired height. Cut a  
partial swath.  
Oil on belt from over-lubrication  
Belt hung up or rubbing  
Be careful not to over-lubricate.  
Clean lubricant from belt and pulleys  
with clean rag. Replace oil-soaked  
belt.  
Check belt for free travel in pulleys  
and belt guides. Check under mower  
and around blade spindle shafts for  
wire, rags, or foreign material. Clean  
material from under mower.  
Belt or pulleys worn out  
If belt rides in bottom of pulley  
groove, either belt or pulley is worn  
and must be replaced.  
Frayed edges on belt cover  
Belt rollover  
Belt misaligned  
Re-align belt. Be sure belt does not  
rub any other part while running.  
Damaged belt  
Inspect all pulley grooves for rust,  
paint, or weld spots and remove.  
Foreign object in pulley grooves  
Replace pulley.  
Damaged belt  
Belt breakage  
Rollover, high shock loads, or instal- Replace belt.*  
lation damage  
High shock loads  
Avoid abusive mowing. Avoid hitting  
the ground or obstructions.  
Belt came off drive  
Check pulleys for foreign material in  
grooves. Avoid hitting solid objects  
or ground.  
* Check belt for damage by laying it flat on the floor. A belt that does not lay flat (has humps or twists, indicating  
broken or stretched cords) it must be replaced.  
MAN0136 (9/28/01)  
28 Trouble Shooting  
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ASSEMBLY  
DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS  
Assembly of this mower is the responsibility of the  
Woods dealer. If should be delivered to the owner  
completely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted for  
normal mowing conditions.  
Set up the mower as received from the factory with  
these instructions. Complete check lists on page 42  
when assembly is completed.  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
The mower is shipped partially assembled. Assembly  
will be easier if components are aligned and loosely  
assembled before tightening hardware. Recom-  
mended torque values for hardware are located on  
page 52.  
CAUTION  
„ Always wear relatively tight and belted cloth-  
ing to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear  
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective  
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and  
head.  
Select a suitable working area. Open parts boxes and  
lay out parts and hardware to make location easy.  
Refer to illustrations, accompanying text, parts lists,  
and exploded view drawings.  
Adjust Wheel Stop Bolt  
Mid-PTO Operation  
Refer to the tractor owner's manual for mid-PTO oper-  
ation.  
IMPORTANT  
On all four wheel drive mountings, the front  
■
tractor wheel stop bolts must be set. Failure to  
adjust may result in damage to tractor or mower.  
1. The wheel stop bolts are located on the rear of  
the front axle.  
2. Loosen jam nut and adjust bolt in or out as neces-  
sary to obtain 18mm or 23/32" from axle casting to top  
of bolt. Tighten jam nut.  
Install Front Mounting Plate  
1. Install right and left front mounting plates (1 & 3)  
outside tractor frame (4), using two bolts (8) and  
flange locknuts (7).  
2. Install mounting plate brace bar (2) between  
mounting plates with carriage bolts (6) and locknuts  
(5).  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Left front mounting plate  
Mounting plate brace bar  
Right front mounting plate  
Tractor frame  
3/8 Hex lock nut  
3/8 x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt  
5/8 Lock nut  
Figure 21 Front Mounting Plate Installation  
5/8 x 1-1/2 Cap screw  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 29  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Left Front Lift Stop  
1. Attach left front lift stop (4) and spacer plate (2) to  
tractor clutch housing mounting pad (5) with bolts (10  
& 11). Bolt (10) is 5 mm shorter than bolt (11). Use the  
shorter bolts in the top holes of spacer plate (2) and  
bolts (11) in the center holes.  
NOTE: Do not use spacer plate if tractor is equipped  
with front loader. When front loader mounting bracket  
(1) is installed, spacer plate (2) is not required. Do not  
use hardware from loader bracket to install left front  
lift stop (4); use the hardware supplied with mower.  
2. Place a hardened flat washer (12) on bolts (10 &  
11) and insert through spacer plate and into tractor  
clutch housing mounting pad (5).  
3. Place flat washers (7) on bolts (9) and insert  
through bottom holes. Secure bolts (9) with locknuts  
(8).  
4. Hand tighten all hardware.  
5. Insert rockshaft (3), clevis forward as shown,  
through lift stop (4). Place washer (13) over rockshaft  
and secure with spirol pin (6).  
1.  
2.  
Loader mounting bracket  
Spacer plate  
Figure 22 Left Front Lift Stop Installation  
3.  
4.  
Front rock shaft assembly  
Left front lift stop  
5.  
Tractor clutch housing mounting pad  
1/4 x 2 Spirol pin  
6.  
7.  
1/2 Flat washer  
8.  
1/2 Flange lock nut  
9.  
1/2 x 1-3/4 Cap screw  
14mm x 35mm Cap screw  
14mm x 40mm Cap screw  
9/16 Hardened flat washer  
1” Flat washer  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
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30 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Right Front Lift Stop  
1. Slide right front lift stop (4) over rockshaft (3).  
2. Place spacer plate (2) over front lift stop and  
secure both to tractor clutch housing mounting pad  
(5) with bolts (7 & 8) and hardened flat washers (9).  
NOTE: If loader mounting bracket (1) is installed, do  
not use spacer plate. Attach lift stop directly to loader  
mounting bracket.  
3. Bolt (7) is 5 mm shorter than bolt (8). Use the  
shorter bolts (7) in the top holes of spacer plate (2)  
and bolts (8) in the center holes.  
4. Place a hardened flat washer (9) on bolts (7 & 8)  
and insert through spacer plate and into tractor clutch  
housing mounting pad (5).  
5. Place washers (12) on bolts (11) and through bot-  
tom holes. Secure bolts (9) with locknuts (13).  
6. Hand tighten all hardware.  
7. Position both lift stops and rockshaft so rockshaft  
rotates freely, then tighten the 14 mm bolts to 95 lbs.-  
ft. and the 1/2" hardware to 85 lbs.-ft. on both front lift  
stops.  
8. Place washer (10) over rockshaft and secure with  
spirol pin (6).  
Figure 23 Right Front Lift Stop Installation  
1.  
2.  
Loader mounting bracket (if installed)  
Spacer plate  
3.  
Front rockshaft assembly  
Right front lift stop  
4.  
5.  
Tractor clutch housing mounting pad  
1/4 x 2" Spirol pin  
6.  
7.  
8.  
14 mm x 35 mm Bolt  
14 mm x 40 mm Bolt  
9/16" Hardened flat washer  
1" Flat washer  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
1/2 x 1-3/4" Bolt  
1/2" Flat washer  
1/2" Flanged locknut  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 31  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Right Rear Rockshaft  
1. Jack up rear of tractor, block securely, and  
remove right rear tire.  
1.  
2.  
Tractor rear axle mounting pad  
Tractor transmission  
3.  
4.  
Right rear rockshaft mounting bracket  
Right rear rockshaft assembly  
Rockshaft bar  
2. Apply Loctite®a 242 to both 12 mm x 25 mm bolts  
(9).  
6.  
3. Install right rear rockshaft mounting bracket (3) to  
tractor transmission (2), using bolts (9). Secure to  
tractor axle mounting pad (1), using bolts (10) and  
hardened flat washers (11).  
7.  
8.  
3/8 x 1-3/4 Bolt  
3/8" Hex locknut  
9.  
12 mm x 25 mm Bolt  
10.  
11.  
14 mm x 30 mm Bolt  
9/16" Hardened flat washer  
4. Hand tighten hardware.  
5. Place right rear rockshaft assembly (4) into  
mounting bracket (3) and insert rockshaft bar (6).  
6. Align holes of rockshaft bar (6) and right rear  
rockshaft assembly (4). Secure with bolts (7) and  
locknuts (8).  
7. Do not tighten hardware at this time.  
8. Re install the right rear tire.  
2
9
1
3
6
4
8
11  
10  
DB3416A  
7
Figure 24 Right Rear Rockshaft Installation  
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MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
32 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Left Rear Rockshaft  
1. Jack up rear of tractor, block securely, and  
remove left rear tire.  
7. Pass crankshaft bar (5) through rockshaft assem-  
bly (4) and right rockshaft assembly. Align holes of  
crankshaft bar holes in both right and left rockshaft  
assemblies. Secure with bolts (7) and locknuts (8).  
2. Apply Loctite®a 242 to both 12 mm x 25 mm bolts  
(9).  
8. Position left rear rockshaft mounting bracket (3)  
so that both right and left rockshaft assemblies rotate  
freely. It may be necessary to loosen the right side  
mounting and reposition.  
3. Install left rear rockshaft mounting bracket (3) to  
tractor transmission (2), using bolts (9). Secure to  
tractor axle mounting pad (1), using bolts (10) and  
hardened flat washers (11).  
9. After making adjustments, torque all 12 mm bolts  
(9) to 75 lb.-ft., 14 mm bolts (10) to 85 lb.-ft., and 3/8  
bolts (7) to 35 lbs.-ft.  
4. Hand tighten hardware.  
5. Place left rear rockshaft assembly (4) into mount-  
ing bracket (3) and insert rockshaft bar (6).  
10. Reinstall the left rear tire.  
6. Align holes of rockshaft bar (6) and left rear rock-  
shaft assembly (4). Secure with bolts (7) and locknuts  
(8).  
1.  
2.  
Tractor rear axle mounting pad  
Tractor transmission  
3.  
Left rear rockshaft mounting bracket  
Left rear rockshaft assembly  
1 x 10.31" Crankshaft bar  
1 x 8.90" Rockshaft bar  
3/8 x 1-3/4 Bolt  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
3/8" Hex locknut  
9.  
12 mm x 25 mm Bolt  
10.  
11.  
14 mm x 30 mm Bolt  
9/16" Hardened flat washer  
Figure 25 Left Rear Rockshaft Installation  
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MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 33  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Transport Lock-Up  
1. Slide lock-up bar (2) into left front lift stop (1).  
1
12  
1. Attach lock-up bar extension (3) using 1-1/4" hex  
bolts (10) and 3/8" locknut (9).  
4
2. Thread 1/2" jam nut (8) and clevis yoke (5) onto  
lock-up bar to obtain the 32" dimension shown in Fig-  
ure 27. Hand tighten jam nut (8) against clevis yoke  
(5).  
11  
3
9
5
7
3. Secure clevis yoke (5) to rear rockshaft assembly  
(4) with clevis pin (6). Flat washers (11) must be  
installed as shown in Figure 26.  
8
6
10  
CD4178  
4. Secure clevis pin (6) with cotter pin (7). Do not  
spread cotter pin at this time.  
2
5. Install handle grip (12) on lock-up bar (2)  
Figure 26 Transport Lock-Up Installation  
1.  
2.  
Front lift stop  
Lock-up bar  
3.  
4.  
Lock-up bar extension  
Rear rockshaft assembly  
Clevis yoke  
5.  
6.  
7.  
1/2 x 1-3/4" Clevis pin  
3/16" x 1 Cotter pin  
1/2" Jam nut  
32"  
8.  
9.  
3/8" Locknut  
10.  
11.  
12.  
3/8 x 1-1/4" Bolt  
1/2" Flat washer  
Handle grip  
CD4201B  
Figure 27 Lock-Up Bar Length  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
34 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Assemble Mechanical Lift Pull Rod  
1. Thread jam nut (17) onto pull rod (7) until it bot-  
toms out.  
6. Remove the three axle housing bolts (19) and  
replace lift mounting plate (4) with the lift mounting  
plate supplied with mower lift kit.  
NOTE: For tractor models 7000, 7200, and 7205, use  
pull rod (7A) with bend up to clear hydraulic line.  
7. Reinstall the three 12mm bolts and torque to 75  
lbs.-ft.  
2. Thread clevis yoke (8) onto pull rod (7) to obtain a  
33-1/4" dimension from center to center between the  
clevis and rod holes as shown. Hand tighten jam nut  
(17) against clevis yoke (8).  
8. Slide rear lift arm assembly (5) over lower 3-point  
arm (9) and slide both onto pin of lift mounting plate  
(4). Secure with Klik pin (10).  
9. Thread clevis yoke (8) onto rear pull rod (3) to  
obtain 16.5" length.  
3. Attach pull rod assembly (17) to lug (21) on left  
rear rockshaft (6) and secure with washer (15) and  
cotter pin (16).  
10. Connect rear pull rod (3) to rear rockshaft (6)  
using clevis pin (14) and secure with washer (13) and  
cotter pin (16).  
4. Connect clevis yoke (8) to front rockshaft (1) with  
clevis pin (12) and secure with cotter pin (16). Do not  
spread pin at this time.  
11. Connect clevis yoke (8) to rear lift arm assembly  
(5) with clevis pin (11) and cotter pin (16).  
5. Remove left lower 3-point arm (9) from lift mount-  
ing plate (4).  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
Front rockshaft assembly  
Left front lift stop  
Rear pull rod  
Lift mounting plate assembly  
Rear lift arm assembly  
Left rear rockshaft assembly  
Pull rod (7192, 7194, 7195)  
or  
7A.  
8.  
Pull rod (bent) (7000,7200,7205)  
Adjustable clevis yoke  
3-Point arm  
DC4203B  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
19.  
20.  
21.  
Klik pin  
1/2 x 2-3/4" Clevis pin  
1/2 x 1-3/4" Clevis pin  
5/8" Flat washer  
5/8 x 1.65" Clevis pin  
1/2" Flat washer  
3/16 x 1-1/2" Cotter pin  
1/2" Jam nut  
12mm Bolt  
ROPS  
Lug  
Figure 28 Mechanical Lift Pull Rod Assembly  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 35  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
PREPARE MOWER  
Install Discharge Chute  
1. Position discharge chute (2) over stud (5) on  
mower frame (1).  
5
2. Install carriage bolts (3) (attached to discharge  
chute assembly) and secure with nuts (4).  
6
3. Install knob (6) on stud (5).  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Mower frame  
Discharge chute  
3/8 x 1-1/4" Carriage bolt  
3/8" Nut  
4
1
3
3/8" Stud  
3/8" Knob  
LA3  
2
Figure 29 Discharge Chute Installation  
Install Mounting Channel & Lift Bar  
NOTE: 7000, 7200 and 7205 tractors use alternate  
front channel (1A).  
1. Insert sleeve (5) into front mounting channel (1).  
Place washer (6) on bolt (7) and insert through sleeve  
(5) and front lift bracket (2).  
3
2. Slide second sleeve (5) over bolt (7) and install  
front mower lift bar (3). Secure with flanged locknut  
(4).  
5
6
7
3. Repeat this procedure for opposite side of front  
mounting channel.  
4
1
2
5
1.  
1A.  
2
7192, 7194, & 7195 Front mount channel  
7000, 7200, & 7205 Front mount channel  
Front lift bracket  
DB3406A  
1A  
3.  
Front mower lift bar, 6.5"  
1/2" Flanged locknut  
Figure 30 Front Channel Installation  
4.  
5.  
1/2 x 3/4 x 1/2" Sleeve  
1/2" Flat washer  
6.  
7.  
1/2 x 2" Bolt  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
36 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Rear Lift Bars  
1. Thread jam nut (3) onto upper rear lift bar (1) until  
it bottoms out.  
2. Thread upper rear lift bar into lower rear lift bar (2)  
to obtain the 8-1/4" dimension shown.  
3. Hand tighten jam nut against lower rear lift bar.  
4. Place washer (6) and sleeve (5) over bolt (7) and  
insert through lower rear lift bar (2) and rear lift  
bracket (8). Secure with flanged locknut (4).  
5. Repeat procedure for opposite side.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Upper rear lift bar  
Lower rear lift bar  
1/2" Jam nut  
1/2" Flanged locknut  
1/2 x 3/4 x 1/2" Sleeve  
1/2" Flat washer  
1/2 x 1-1/2" Bolt  
Rear lift bracket  
Figure 31 Rear Lift Bar Installation  
Install Front Caster Wheel  
1. Insert sleeve (68) through wheel (6).  
2. Place washer (63) on bolt (70) and insert through  
yoke (31) and sleeve in wheel.  
3. Tighten flanged locknut (65) until yoke (31) con-  
tacts both ends of sleeve (68).  
4. Check that wheel turns freely. Loosen and  
retighten if necessary.  
5. Repeat procedure for opposite front caster wheel.  
6.  
31.  
63.  
65.  
68.  
70.  
Caster wheel  
Wheel yoke  
1/2" Flat washer  
1/2" Flanged locknut  
1/2 x 3/4 x 3-3/8" Sleeve  
1/2 x 5" Bolt  
Figure 32 Front caste Wheel Installation  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 37  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Rear Gauge Wheel  
1. Assemble gauge wheel with grease fitting facing  
outward for lubrication access.  
1. Insert sleeve (68) through wheel (6).  
2. Place washer (63) on bolt (69) and insert through  
sleeve in wheel and rear gauge wheel arm (7).  
3. Secure with flanged locknut (65).  
4. Repeat for opposite side.  
6.  
7.  
Gauge wheel  
Rear gauge wheel arm  
1/2" Flat washer  
63.  
65.  
68.  
69.  
1/2" Flanged locknut  
1/2 x 3/4 x 3-3/8" Sleeve  
1/2 x 4-1/2" Bolt  
Figure 33 Rear Gauge Wheel Installation  
Install Mid-PTO Driveshaft  
IMPORTANT  
■
Stake end of keyway to secure key.  
1. Insert key (3) into gearbox (2) input shaft.  
2. Install driveshaft (1) onto gearbox shaft and  
secure with spirol pin (4).  
21.  
22.  
46.  
60.  
Driveshaft assembly  
Gearbox  
1/4 x 1/4 x 7/8" Key  
3/8 x 1-1/2" Spirol pin  
Figure 34 Driveshaft Installation  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
38 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Install Gearbox Vent Plug  
1
3
1. Remove and discard solid plug from top of gear-  
box cover.  
2. Remove level plug (2) when filling and checking  
oil level.  
3. Fill gearbox with SAE 90W oil until it reaches  
level hole in front of gearbox.  
DB2947A  
4. Reinstall level plug.  
2
5. Install plastic vent plug (3) from bag of parts.  
Figure 35 Vent Plug Installation  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Gearbox  
Level plug  
Vent plug  
Install Rear Lift Stop  
1. Attach rear lift stop (1) to gearbox stand (3) with  
two bolts (4) and locknuts (5) as shown.  
NOTE: Rear lift stops (1 & 2) are the same part,  
mounted differently for gear and hydro tractors.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Rear lift stop (Hydro)  
Rear lift stop (Gear)  
Gearbox stand  
3/8 x 1" Bolt  
3/8" Locknut  
Figure 36 Rear Lift Stop Installation  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 39  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
8. Place front lift bars (6) in clevis portion of front  
rockshaft (7). Attach with clevis pins (17) and klik pins  
(13).  
Attach Mower to Tractor  
Refer to Figure 37.  
9. Place rear mower lift bars (8) over stud on rear  
rockshaft (10 & 11) and secure with washer (16) and  
Klik pin (13).  
10. Attach driveshaft (9) to mid-PTO shaft (12).  
„ Keep all persons away from operator control  
area while performing adjustments, service, or  
maintenance.  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Front mounting plate cover  
Spring-loaded front channel pin  
Front mounting plate assembly  
Front mounting channel  
Mower frame  
„ Make sure spring-activated locking pin or col-  
lar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO  
spline groove.  
4.  
5.  
1. Be sure belt shields are installed on mower.  
2. Remove lynch pins from front caster arms.  
6
Front mower lift bar  
7.  
Front rockshaft assembly  
Rear mower lift bar  
8.  
3. Remove clevis pin from rear gauge wheel handle.  
Make sure rear mower lift bars (8) are down as far as  
possible.  
9.  
Driveshaft assembly  
Right rear rockshaft assembly  
Left rear rockshaft assembly  
Tractor mid-PTO  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
14.  
15.  
16.  
17.  
4. Make sure that driveshaft (9) is between lift bars  
(8).  
3/16 x 1" Klik pin  
5. Drive tractor up to mower frame. Position boards  
between front tractor tires and mower to serve as a  
transition ramp, and drive tractor over frame.  
5/16" Flat washer  
5/16 x 3/4" Bolt  
1/2" Flat washer  
6. Attach front mounting channel (4) to front mount-  
ing plates (3) with spring-loaded front channel pin (2).  
1/2 x 1-3/4" Clevis pin  
7. Attach front mounting plate cover (1) to front  
mounting plates (3) with bolts (15) and washers (14).  
DB4200A  
Figure 37 Attach Mower to Tractor  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
40 Assembly  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
Adjust Mower with Mechanical Lift  
1. Remove clevis pin connecting rear pull rod (10) to  
the rear lift arm assembly (12).  
6. Rotate front rockshaft assembly (1) up and adjust  
clevis yoke (9) on pull rod (5) until clevis pin just slips  
in. Install clevis pin and secure with cotter pin.  
2. Raise tractor lower 3-point lift arms (3) to their  
7. Remove block from mower frame. The deck will  
drop slightly. Readjust clevis (9) and rear pull rod (10)  
so mower just contacts lift stops when 3-point arms  
are at maximum lift height.  
highest position.  
3. Remove clevis pin that connects clevis yoke (9) to  
front rockshaft (1).  
4. Block mower frame (2) up against front lift stop  
(4) and so rear lift stop (13) contacts tractor transmis-  
sion.  
8. With tractor 3-point arms at their maximum lift  
height, adjust lock-up bar (11) and clevis (9) so slot on  
lock-up bar will just drop into lock position. Spread  
cotter pin on clevis pin that connects clevis yoke (9) to  
rear rockshaft (8).  
5. With tractor lower 3-point arms (3) in their highest  
position, rotate rear rockshaft (8) up and adjust rear  
pull rod (10) until clevis pin connecting rear pull rod  
(10) to rear lift arm assembly (12) just slips in. Install  
clevis pin and secure with cotter pin.  
1.  
2.  
Front rockshaft assembly  
Mower frame  
3.  
3-Point lift arm  
4.  
Front lift stop  
5.  
Pull rod  
6.  
Upper rear lift link  
Lower rear lift link  
Rear rockshaft assembly  
Adjustable clevis yoke  
Rear pull rod  
7.  
8.  
9.  
10.  
11.  
12.  
13.  
Lock-up bar  
Rear lift arm assembly  
Rear lift stop  
Figure 38 Mechanical Lift Adjustment  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
Assembly 41  
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Assembly Instructions Cont’d  
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST  
DELIVERY CHECK LIST  
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)  
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)  
Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to  
make sure it is set up properly before delivering it to  
the customer. The following check list is a reminder of  
points to inspect. Check off each item as it is found  
satisfactory, corrections are made, or services are  
performed.  
___ Show customer how to make adjustments and  
select proper PTO speed.  
___ Check mower attitude and belt alignment.  
___ Instruct customer how to lubricate and explain  
importance of lubrication.  
___ Point out the safety decals. Explain their mean-  
ing and the need to keep them in place and in  
good condition. Emphasize the increased safety  
hazards when instructions are not followed.  
___ Check all bolts to be sure they are properly  
torqued.  
___ Check that all cotter pins and safety pins are  
properly installed. Replace if damaged.  
___ Point out all guards and shields. Explain their  
importance and the safety hazards that exist  
when not kept in place and in good condition.  
___ Check and grease all lubrication points as iden-  
tified in “Service, lubrication information  
___ Check the level of gearbox fluids before deliv-  
ery. Service, if required, as specified in the “Ser-  
vice, lubrication information.”  
___ Present Operator's Manual and request that  
customer and all operators read it before oper-  
ating equipment. Point out the manual safety  
rules, explain their meanings and emphasize  
the increased safety hazards that exist when  
safety rules are not followed.  
___ Check that blades have been properly installed.  
___ Explain to customer that when equipment is  
transported on a road or highway, a Slow Mov-  
ing Vehicle (SMV) sign should be used to pro-  
vide adequate warning to operators of other  
vehicles.  
MAN0137 (9/14/01)  
42 Assembly  
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PARTS  
CONTACT YOUR WOODS DEALER TO ORDER PARTS  
To locate your nearest dealer:  
„ Check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or  
„ In the United States and Canada, phone 1-800-319-6637  
„ Outside the United States, phone 1-815-732-9509 plus the  
appropriate international dialing code for the USA  
To order correct parts, provide this information to your dealer:  
„ Model Number: ____________________________  
„ Serial Number: ____________________________  
Parts  
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BOLT TORQUE CHART  
Always tighten hardware to these values unless a different torque value or tightening procedure is listed for a specific  
application.  
Fasteners must always be replaced with the same grade as specified in the manual parts list.  
Always use the proper tool for tightening hardware: SAE for SAE hardware and Metric for metric hardware.  
Make sure fastener threads are clean and you start thread engagement properly.  
All torque values are given to specifications used on hardware defined by SAE J1701 & J1701M JUL96.  
SAE Bolt Head  
Identification  
SAE SERIES  
TORQUE  
CHART  
A
SAE Grade 2  
(No Dashes)  
SAE Grade 8  
(6 Radial Dashes)  
SAE Grade 5  
(3 Radial Dashes)  
MARKING ON HEAD  
A
SAE 2  
SAE 5  
SAE 8  
Diameter  
(Inches)  
Wrench  
Size  
Lbs.-Ft.  
N-m  
8
Lbs.-Ft.  
10  
N-m  
13  
Lbs.-Ft.  
14  
N-m  
18  
1/4”  
5/16”  
3/8”  
7/16”  
1/2”  
9/16”  
5/8”  
3/4”  
7/8”  
1”  
7/16”  
1/2”  
6
12  
17  
19  
26  
27  
37  
9/16”  
5/8”  
23  
31  
35  
47  
49  
67  
36  
48  
55  
75  
78  
106  
163  
232  
325  
569  
907  
3/4”  
55  
75  
85  
115  
164  
230  
403  
642  
979  
120  
171  
240  
420  
669  
13/16”  
15/16”  
1-1/8”  
1-15/16”  
1-1/2”  
78  
106  
149  
261  
416  
634  
121  
170  
297  
474  
722  
110  
192  
306  
467  
1020  
1383  
METRIC SERIES  
TORQUE  
CHART  
8.8  
Metric Bolt Head  
Identification  
10.9  
A
Metric  
Grade 8.8  
Metric  
Grade 10.9  
COARSE THREAD  
MARKING ON HEAD  
Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9  
N-m Lbs.-Ft.  
FINE THREAD  
MARKING ON HEAD  
Metric 8.8 Metric 10.9  
N-m Lbs.-Ft.  
A
A
Diameter &  
Thread Pitch Wrench  
(Millimeters)  
Diameter &  
Thread Pitch  
(Millimeters)  
Size  
N-m  
Lbs.-Ft.  
6
N-m  
Lbs.-Ft.  
6
6 x 1.0  
10 mm  
13 mm  
16 mm  
18 mm  
21 mm  
24 mm  
27 mm  
30 mm  
34 mm  
36 mm  
46 mm  
8
11  
27  
8
8
11  
29  
8
6 x 1.0  
8 x 1.0  
8 x 1.25  
10 x 1.5  
12 x 1.75  
14 x 2.0  
16 x 2.0  
18 x 2.5  
20 x 2.5  
22 x 2.5  
24 x 3.0  
30 x 3.0  
20  
15  
20  
21  
16  
22  
39  
29  
54  
40  
41  
30  
57  
42  
10 x 1.25  
12 x 1.25  
14 x 1.5  
16 x 1.5  
18 x 1.5  
20 x 1.5  
22 x 1.5  
24 x 2.0  
30 x 2.0  
68  
50  
94  
70  
75  
55  
103  
163  
250  
363  
507  
684  
861  
1740  
76  
109  
169  
234  
330  
451  
571  
1175  
80  
151  
234  
323  
457  
623  
790  
1626  
111  
173  
239  
337  
460  
583  
1199  
118  
181  
263  
367  
495  
623  
1258  
87  
120  
184  
268  
374  
505  
635  
1283  
125  
172  
244  
332  
421  
867  
133  
194  
270  
365  
459  
928  
Typical Washer Installations  
Lockwasher  
Flat Washer  
Bolt  
8/9/00  
Nut  
Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 9/5/00)  
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BOLT SIZE CHART  
NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts.  
ABBREVIATIONS  
AG............................................................. Agriculture  
ATF ..............................Automatic Transmission Fluid  
BSPP...........................British Standard Pipe Parallel  
BSPTM ..............British Standard Pipe Tapered Male  
CV...................................................Constant Velocity  
CCW............................................ Counter-Clockwise  
CW............................................................. Clockwise  
F .....................................................................Female  
GA ...................................................................Gauge  
GR (5, etc.)......................................... Grade (5, etc.)  
HHCS ...................................... Hex Head Cap Screw  
HT..........................................................Heat Treated  
JIC ...............Joint Industry Council 37° Degree Flare  
LH...............................................................Left Hand  
LT..........................................................................Left  
m....................................................................... Meter  
mm.............................................................. Millimeter  
M.........................................................................Male  
MPa .......................................................Mega Pascal  
N.................................................................... Newton  
NC ....................................................National Coarse  
NF......................................................... National Fine  
NPSM ...................National Pipe Straight Mechanical  
NPT ........................................ National Pipe Tapered  
NPT SWF........National Pipe Tapered Swivel Female  
ORBM......................................... O-Ring Boss - Male  
P .........................................................................Pitch  
PBY .....................................................Power Beyond  
psi........................................Pounds per Square Inch  
PTO ................................................... Power Take Off  
QD ..................................................Quick Disconnect  
RH ............................................................Right Hand  
ROPS.......................... Roll Over Protective Structure  
RPM.......................................Revolutions Per Minute  
RT...................................................................... Right  
SAE ........................Society of Automotive Engineers  
UNC....................................................Unified Coarse  
UNF ........................................................ Unified Fine  
UNS ....................................................Unified Special  
Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 9/5/00)  
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WARRANTY  
(Replacement Parts For All Models Except Mow’n Machines)  
WEC Company, d/b/a Woods Equipment Company (“WOODS”), warrants this product to be free from  
defect in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of delivery of the product  
to the original purchaser with the exception of V-belts, which will be free of defect in material and  
workmanship for a period of 12 months.  
Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of  
WOODS, has been subjected to improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This  
Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items.  
This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell  
or otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser  
in any way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty.  
WOODS’ obligation under this Warranty is limited to, at WOODS’ option, the repair or replacement, free of  
charge, of the product if WOODS, in its sole discretion, deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with  
this Warranty. The product must be returned to WOODS with proof of purchase within thirty (30)  
days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered, routed through  
the dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid.  
WOODS shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the  
product. THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THE REMEDY OF  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS  
WARRANTY.  
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF  
THIS WARRANTY. WOODS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND  
WOODS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/  
OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising  
directly or indirectly from the product, whether such claim is based upon breach of contract, breach  
of warranty, negligence, strict liability in tort or any other legal theory. Without limiting the generality  
of the foregoing, Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to (i) lost profits, business, revenues or  
goodwill; (ii) loss of crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for  
labor, supplies, substitute machinery or rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.  
This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect WOODS’ ability to  
obtain materials or manufacture replacement parts.  
No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, service person, salesperson, or employee of any company,  
including without limitation, WOODS, its authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized  
to alter, modify, or enlarge this Warranty.  
Answers to any questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting:  
Woods Equipment  
Company  
2606 South Illinois Route 2  
Post Office Box 1000  
Oregon, Illinois 61061  
815-732-2141 tel  
815-732-7580 fax  
www.WoodsEquipment.com  
F-8494 (Rev. 7/15/2004)  
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WARRANTY  
(All Models Except Mow’n Machines)  
Please Enter Information Below and Save for Future Reference.  
Date Purchased: __________________________  
Model Number: __________________________  
From (Dealer):________________________________________  
Serial Number:________________________________________  
WEC Company, d/b/a Woods Equipment Company (“WOODS”), warrants this product to be free from defect in material and  
workmanship. Except as otherwise set forth below, the duration of this Warranty shall be for TWELVE (12) MONTHS COMMENCING  
ON THE DATE OF DELIVERY OF THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER.  
The warranty periods for certain gearboxes are listed below:  
Model No.  
Part Warranted  
Duration  
PHD25, PHD35, PHD65, PHD95, 1260, 2120, 2162, 3180, 3240, BB600,  
BB720, BB840, BB6000, BB7200, BB8400, BW180, RM550-2, RM660-2,  
RM990-3, RD6000-2, RD7200-2, RD8400-2, 7144RD-2, 9180RD-2, 9204RD-2  
Gearbox  
components  
5 years from the date of delivery to  
the original purchaser.  
Gearbox  
components  
3 years from the date of delivery to  
the original purchaser.  
BB48, BB60, BB72, BB84, RCC42  
1 year from the date of delivery to  
the original purchaser if used in  
rental or commercial applications.  
Gearbox  
components  
BW180  
Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of WOODS, has been subjected to  
improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This Warranty does not apply in the event that the product has been  
materially modified or repaired by someone other than WOODS, a WOODS authorized dealer or distributor, and/or a WOODS authorized  
service center. This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items. This Warranty also does not cover repairs  
made with parts other than those obtainable through WOODS.  
This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this  
product to a third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this  
Warranty.  
WOODS makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to engines, batteries, tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by  
WOODS. Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.  
WOODS’ obligation under this Warranty is limited to, at WOODS’ option, the repair or replacement, free of charge, of the product if  
WOODS, in its sole discretion, deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this Warranty. The product must be returned to  
WOODS with proof of purchase within thirty (30) days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been  
discovered, routed through the dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid.  
WOODS shall complete such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the product. THERE ARE NO  
OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND  
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY.  
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY.  
WOODS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND WOODS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED  
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising directly or indirectly from the  
product, whether such claim is based upon breach of contract, breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability in tort or any other  
legal theory. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to (i) lost profits,  
business, revenues or goodwill; (ii) loss of crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for labor,  
supplies, substitute machinery or rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.  
This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect WOODS’ ability to obtain materials or manufacture  
replacement parts.  
No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, serviceperson, salesperson, or employee of any company, including without limitation,  
WOODS, its authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized to alter, modify, or enlarge this Warranty.  
Answers to any questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting:  
Woods Equipment  
Company  
2606 South Illinois Route 2  
Post Office Box 1000  
Oregon, Illinois 61061  
815-732-2141 tel  
815-732-7580 fax  
www.WoodsEquipment.com  
F-3079 (Rev. 7/15/2004)  
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PART NUMBER  
MAN0137  
Woods Equipment  
Company  
2606 Illinois Route 2 South  
Post Office Box 1000  
Oregon, Illinois 61061  
815-732-2141 tel  
815-732-7580 fax  
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