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    OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s EM/2 60 EM/2 72 CAUTION For Safe Operation Read Rules And Instructions Carefully SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA A YUDA A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA P ARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD. OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s EM/2 60 EM/2 72 APRIL 2000 FS-FM001-OG F ARM ST A R P .O. BOX 100 LITCHFIELD, IL 62056-0100 (217) 324-5973 [...]

  • Page 2

    1 T ABLE OF CONTENTS CHECKLISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY SIGNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 [...]

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    2 DELIVER Y CHECKLIST Inspect the mower thoroughly after assembly to be cer- tain it is set up properly . The following checklist is a reminder of points to inspect. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made. h Check operator's manual and familiarize the opera- tor with all sections of it. h Check that [...]

  • Page 4

    3 T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded opera- tor who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize th[...]

  • Page 5

    4 37 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 PTO P A R TS LIST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However , every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of t[...]

  • Page 6

    36 5 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 PTO P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Depa[...]

  • Page 7

    6 35 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 GEARBOX P A R TS LIST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately , our ef forts to pro- vide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator . Know your controls and how to stop tractor , engine, and mower quickly in an [...]

  • Page 8

    34 7 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 GEARBOX P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never operate the tractor and mower until you have read and completely understand this manual, the T ractor Operator ’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and mower . Clear area to be cut of stones, branches or ot[...]

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    8 33 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Mower operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for PT O engagement and disengagement instructions. Always operate the tractor PTO in the 540 rpm speed selection. DO NOT OVER SPEED! Know how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency . The use of this equipment is[...]

  • Page 10

    32 9 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never place hands or feet under mower with tractor engine running or before you are sure all motion has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts. Do not reach or place yourself under equipment until it is blocked securely . T ake all possible precautions when leaving un[...]

  • Page 11

    10 31 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Stop mower and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. T urn engine off, remove key , inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation. The mower discharge deflectors, belt guards, driveline and gearbox shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. They should be inspected c[...]

  • Page 12

    30 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However , some localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. When driving[...]

  • Page 13

    12 29 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Good maintenance is your responsibility . Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. Follow good shop practices. - Keep service area clean and dry . - Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. - Use adequate light for the job at hand. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate[...]

  • Page 14

    28 13 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed. Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition. (See safety sign section for location drawing.) Do not allow grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform. Never replace [...]

  • Page 15

    14 27 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY SIGN LOCA TION DRIVE BEL T ADJUSTMENT 1. Shut off mower and tractor . 2. Loosen all four nuts (Item 1) on the gearbox slide plate (Item 2). See figure 14. 3. Loosen jam nut (Item 3) on the tension adjustment bolt (Item 4) 4. T ighten adjustment bolt (Item 4) until the belt deflec- tion along the fr[...]

  • Page 16

    26 15 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY SIGNS W ARNING! When attaching the driveline yoke to the tractor PTO shaft, it is important that the spring activated locking collar turns freely and that the locking pin is seated on the PTO shaft groove. A loose yoke could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to the mower . W ARNING! [...]

  • Page 17

    16 25 SAFETY SIGNS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Always disengage the tractor PTO before raising the mower for transport or making adjustments. LUBRICA TION Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, par- ticularly when operating in sandy areas. The illustration below and on the next pages, show the location of all the lubrication fi[...]

  • Page 18

    24 17 DRIVELINE SAFETY SIGNS TROUBLESHOOTING ( continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Belt slippage Mower is overloading, grass is too Slow tractor ’s ground speed but tall or heavy maintain 540 RPM PTO speed. Cut grass twice. Raise the mower for the first pass and lower to the desired cutting height for the second and cut at 90 degrees to th[...]

  • Page 19

    18 23 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREP A R A TION The models EM/2 60 and EM/2 72 Finishing Mowers are designed for light duty cutting such as lawn main- tenance with a Category I, 3 pt. hitch and with a 540 rpm PTO. These mowers are not designed for tractors over 40 horsepower . The PTO must be in good working condition. It is recommended that only tr[...]

  • Page 20

    22 19 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS The mower will attach to most tractors with a Category I, 3 pt. hitch system and a 540 RPM PTO. Do not exceed horsepower recommendations. DANGER! Operating with PTO speed over 540 RPM can cause excessive vibration and mower failure, which can result in serious injury or even death. W ARNING! A loose shaft could slip off[...]

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    20 21 OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Important: Avoid very low cutting heights.Striking the ground with the blades gives the most damaging shock loads a mower can encounter and will cause damage to it and the driveline. 1. Using the tractor , raise the mower off the ground and place supports underneath of it, so that[...]

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    20 21 OPERA TION INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Important: Avoid very low cutting heights.Striking the ground with the blades gives the most damaging shock loads a mower can encounter and will cause damage to it and the driveline. 1. Using the tractor , raise the mower off the ground and place supports underneath of it, so that[...]

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    22 19 ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS The mower will attach to most tractors with a Category I, 3 pt. hitch system and a 540 RPM PTO. Do not exceed horsepower recommendations. DANGER! Operating with PTO speed over 540 RPM can cause excessive vibration and mower failure, which can result in serious injury or even death. W ARNING! A loose shaft could slip off[...]

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    18 23 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PREP A R A TION The models EM/2 60 and EM/2 72 Finishing Mowers are designed for light duty cutting such as lawn main- tenance with a Category I, 3 pt. hitch and with a 540 rpm PTO. These mowers are not designed for tractors over 40 horsepower . The PTO must be in good working condition. It is recommended that only tr[...]

  • Page 25

    24 17 DRIVELINE SAFETY SIGNS TROUBLESHOOTING ( continued) PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Belt slippage Mower is overloading, grass is too Slow tractor ’s ground speed but tall or heavy maintain 540 RPM PTO speed. Cut grass twice. Raise the mower for the first pass and lower to the desired cutting height for the second and cut at 90 degrees to th[...]

  • Page 26

    16 25 SAFETY SIGNS MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS W ARNING! Always disengage the tractor PTO before raising the mower for transport or making adjustments. LUBRICA TION Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, par- ticularly when operating in sandy areas. The illustration below and on the next pages, show the location of all the lubrication fi[...]

  • Page 27

    26 15 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY SIGNS W ARNING! When attaching the driveline yoke to the tractor PTO shaft, it is important that the spring activated locking collar turns freely and that the locking pin is seated on the PTO shaft groove. A loose yoke could slip off and result in personal injury or damage to the mower . W ARNING! [...]

  • Page 28

    14 27 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY SIGN LOCA TION DRIVE BEL T ADJUSTMENT 1. Shut off mower and tractor . 2. Loosen all four nuts (Item 1) on the gearbox slide plate (Item 2). See figure 14. 3. Loosen jam nut (Item 3) on the tension adjustment bolt (Item 4) 4. T ighten adjustment bolt (Item 4) until the belt deflec- tion along the fr[...]

  • Page 29

    28 13 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) After servicing, be sure all tools, parts and service equipment are removed. Check to ensure all safety signs are installed and in good condition. (See safety sign section for location drawing.) Do not allow grease or oil to build up on any deck or platform. Never replace [...]

  • Page 30

    12 29 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Good maintenance is your responsibility . Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble. Follow good shop practices. - Keep service area clean and dry . - Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded. - Use adequate light for the job at hand. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate[...]

  • Page 31

    30 11 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on public roads. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However , some localities prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements. When driving[...]

  • Page 32

    10 31 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Stop mower and tractor immediately upon striking an obstruction. T urn engine off, remove key , inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation. The mower discharge deflectors, belt guards, driveline and gearbox shields should be used and maintained in good working condition. They should be inspected c[...]

  • Page 33

    32 9 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never place hands or feet under mower with tractor engine running or before you are sure all motion has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts. Do not reach or place yourself under equipment until it is blocked securely . T ake all possible precautions when leaving un[...]

  • Page 34

    8 33 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Mower operating power is supplied from tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual for PT O engagement and disengagement instructions. Always operate the tractor PTO in the 540 rpm speed selection. DO NOT OVER SPEED! Know how to stop tractor and mower quickly in case of an emergency . The use of this equipment is[...]

  • Page 35

    34 7 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 GEARBOX P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Never operate the tractor and mower until you have read and completely understand this manual, the T ractor Operator ’s Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and mower . Clear area to be cut of stones, branches or ot[...]

  • Page 36

    6 35 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 GEARBOX P A R TS LIST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately , our ef forts to pro- vide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator . Know your controls and how to stop tractor , engine, and mower quickly in an [...]

  • Page 37

    36 5 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 PTO P A R T S D R A WING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign. Safety signs are available from your Distributor or Dealer Parts Depa[...]

  • Page 38

    4 37 EM/2 60 & EM/2 72 PTO P A R TS LIST SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ( continued) Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as possible. However , every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of t[...]

  • Page 39

    3 T o the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded opera- tor who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize th[...]

  • Page 40

    2 DELIVER Y CHECKLIST Inspect the mower thoroughly after assembly to be cer- tain it is set up properly . The following checklist is a reminder of points to inspect. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made. h Check operator's manual and familiarize the opera- tor with all sections of it. h Check that [...]

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    1 T ABLE OF CONTENTS CHECKLISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SAFETY INFORMA TION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 SAFETY SIGNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 [...]

  • Page 42

    OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s EM/2 60 EM/2 72 CAUTION For Safe Operation Read Rules And Instructions Carefully SINO LEEINGLES, PIDA A YUDA A AIGUIEN QUE SI LO LEA P ARA QUE LE TRADUZCA LAS MEDIDAS DE SEGURIDAD. OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO’ s EM/2 60 EM/2 72 APRIL 2000 W S-FM001-OG WORKSAVER, INC. P .O. BOX 100 LITCHFIELD, IL 62056-0100 (217) 324-5[...]