Operation Manual

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OPERATION 7
7.10 TO STOP THE ENGINE ________________________________________________
1. Disengage drive to the cutting units with the cutting unit switch.
2. Return the FWD/REV pedal to the neutral position.
3. Set the parking brake.
4. Move the throttle control lever to the SLOW position.
5. Turn the ignition key to OFF.
7.11 HOW TO REMOVE A BLOCKAGE FROM CUTTING UNITS ____________________
1) Disengage the power to the cutting units with the cutting unit switch.
2) Keep the cutting units lowered to the ground (Wait for the remaining cutting cylinders to stop rotation).
3) Lift the cutting units into the “Transport Position”, lock in position use the transport latches fitted on your
product.
4) Remove your foot from the forward/reverse pedal.
5) Set the parking brake.
6) Move the throttle control lever to the slow position.
7) Turn the ignition key to the off position and remove the key.
8) use the Ransomes Jacobsen “Cutting Unit Tool” part number 4184540 See below or stout stick, put into
the cutting cylinder between the blades.
9) Rotate the cylinder with either the “Cutting Unit Tool” or “Stout Stick” until the obstruction has been
removed.
10) Inspect all the cutting surfaces for damage, when necessary replace the damaged components.
CAUTION
It is important to note: there will be remaining hydraulic pressure within the system that can cause the cutting
cylinder to rotate when the obstruction is removed. Therefore keep your hands, feet and clothing away from
cutting units at all times.
NOTE
Make sure correctly selected PPE is worn before you clear the obstruction.