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Model List:
- HX15 Flex- Wing Rotary Cutter
- HX20 Flex- Wing Rotary Cutter
- CX15 Flex- Wing Rotary Cutter
- CX20 Flex-Wing Rotary Cutter
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Product Identification
- 1.2. Foreword
- 1.3. Machine Overview
- 1.4. Record of Dealer
- 1.5. Predelivery
- 1.6. Delivery
- 1.7. AfterSale
- 1.8. Record FlexWing Rotary Cutter Serial Number
- 1.9. Keep Proof of Ownership
- 1.10. Keep Machines Secure
- 1.11. Recognize Safety Information
- 1.12. Understand Signal Words
- 1.13. Follow Safety Instructions
- 1.14. Use Safety Lights and Devices
- 1.15. Protect Bystanders
- 1.16. Stay Clear of Rotating Blades
- 1.17. Front and Rear Safety Shields
- 1.18. Raise Wings Safely
- 1.19. Operate Tractor and Rotary Cutter Safely
- 1.20. Operate Wings Safely When Cutting
- 1.21. Back up Safely
- 1.22. Keep Riders Off Machine
- 1.23. Leaving Rotary Cutter Unattended
- 1.24. Prepare for Emergencies
- 1.25. Wear Protective Clothing
- 1.26. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
- 1.27. Observe Maximum Transport Speed
- 1.28. Transport Safely
- 1.29. Use a Safety Chain
- 1.30. Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Accidental Lowering of Rotary Cutter
- 1.31. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 1.32. Check Hoses for Damage
- 1.33. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
- 1.34. Safety Features
- 2. Safety Signs
- 2.1. Replace Safety Signs
- 2.2. Safety SignsDrivelines
- 2.3. Safety SignsDriveline Shields
- 2.4. Safety SignsAxle
- 2.5. Safety SignsDeck
- 2.6. Safety SignsParking Stand
- 2.7. Safety SignsJack Support
- 3. Preparing the Tractor
- 3.1. Choosing Correct PTO Speed
- 3.2. Matching PTO Driveline and PTO Shaft
- 3.3. Recommended Tractor
- 3.4. Position Tractor Drawbar
- 3.5. Removing Quick Coupler Hitch (If Equipped)
- 3.6. Adjusting Hydraulic Flow Rate
- 3.7. Setting Tractor Wheel Tread Width
- 4. Preparing the Rotary Cutter
- 4.1. Prestarting Checklist
- 4.2. Connecting Driveline Shield Chains
- 4.3. Rotary Cutter Wheel Spacing
- 4.3.1. NonRow Crop Application
- 4.3.2. Row Crop Application
- 4.4. Wheel Spacing Diagram for Row CropsHX15 and CX15
- 4.5. Wheel Spacing Diagram for Row CropsHX20 and CX20
- 4.6. Positioning Wheels
- 4.7. Using Correct Blades
- 4.8. Checking Cutting Height Adjustment
- 4.9. Leveling the Rotary Cutter
- 5. Attach and Detach
- 5.1. Attach Rotary Cutter to Tractor Drawbar
- 5.2. Assemble Main PTO Driveline Telescoping Members (If Required)
- 5.3. Attach PTO Driveline
- 5.4. Attaching to Tractor Hydraulic System
- 5.5. Detach Rotary Cutter from Tractor
- 6. Transporting
- 6.1. Preparing Rotary Cutter for Transport
- 6.2. Follow Safe Transport Procedures
- 6.3. Driving Rotary Cutter in Turns
- 6.4. Keep Riders off Machine
- 7. Operation
- 7.1. Prepare Rotary Cutter for Operation
- 7.2. Adjust Cutting Height
- 7.3. Lowering Wings
- 7.4. Follow Safe Operating Procedures
- 7.5. Operating Rotary Cutter
- 7.6. Using Safety Shields
- 7.7. Using Correct PTO Speed
- 7.8. Cutting Applications
- 7.9. Wing Flotation
- 7.10. Making Turns
- 7.11. Raising Wings
- 7.12. Operators Manual Storage Location
- 7.13. Attachments Available
- 8. Lubrication and Maintenance
- 8.1. Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
- 8.2. Multipurpose Extreme Pressure (EP) Grease
- 8.3. Gear Case Oil
- 8.4. Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
- 8.5. Mixing of Lubricants
- 8.6. Lubricant Storage
- 8.7. Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
- 8.8. Observe Lubrication Symbols
- 8.9. Every 10 Hours or Daily
- 8.9.1. Keep Rotary Cutter Clean
- 8.9.2. Check Gear Case Oil Level
- 8.9.3. Lubricate HitchtoMast Bushings
- 8.9.4. Lubricate Wheel Support Bushings (Four Locations)
- 8.9.5. Lubricate Axle AssemblytoFrame Bushings
- 8.9.6. Lubricate Wing Turnbuckles
- 8.9.7. Check Tire Inflation Pressure (Severe Duty Ag Tires)
- 8.9.8. Air SpringsCX15 and CX20
- 8.10. Every 50 Hours
- 8.10.1. Tighten Blade Holder Hardware
- 8.10.2. Tighten Blade Hardware
- 8.10.3. Tighten Gear Case Hardware
- 8.10.4. Lubricate Input Drivelines
- 8.10.5. Lubricate Gear Case Drivelines
- 8.10.6. Tighten Wheel and Wheel Support Hardware
- 8.11. BiAnnually or as Required
- 8.11.1. Wing Hinges
- 8.12. Annually
- 8.12.1. Wheel Bearings
- 8.13. As Required
- 8.13.1. Checking Driveline Shields
- 8.13.2. Freeing Slip Clutch
- 9. Service
- 9.1. Practice Safe Service Procedures
- 9.2. Keep Service Area Clean
- 9.3. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
- 9.4. Service Tires Safely
- 9.5. Service Severe Duty Ag Tires Safely
- 9.6. Disassembling and Inspecting Slip Clutch
- 9.7. Assembling Slip Clutch
- 9.8. Hydraulic Cylinder Requirement
- 9.9. Removing and Installing Driveline SplittertoCenter Gear Case
- 9.10. Removing and Installing PTO Driveline
- 9.11. Removing and Installing Wing Drivelines
- 9.12. Checking Blade Wear
- 9.13. Replacing BladesRound Pan Holder
- 9.14. Replacing BladesBarType Holder
- 9.15. Direction of Blade Rotation
- 9.16. Replacing Wear Shoes
- 9.17. Replacing Axle Suspension SpringHX15 and HX20
- 9.18. Replacing Axle Suspension Air Springs and Shock AbsorbersCX15 and CX20
- 9.19. Replace Axle Suspension Coil Springs and Shock AbsorbersCX15
- 9.20. Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
- 9.21. Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
- 10. Assembly
- 10.1. Perform Predelivery Service Safely
- 10.2. Install Optional Equipment or Attachments
- 10.3. Adjust Hydraulic Hose Lengths
- 10.4. Remove Shipping Dunnage and Parts
- 10.5. Connect Driveline Shield Chains
- 10.6. Fill Gear Case
- 10.7. Final Inspection and Adjustments
- 10.8. Install Optional Equipment/Attachments
- 11. Specifications
- 11.1. HX15 Specifications
- 11.2. CX15 Specifications
- 11.3. HX20 Specifications
- 11.4. CX20 Specifications
- 12. John Deere Service Literature
- 12.1. Technical Information
- 13. John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
- 13.1. John Deere Is At Your Service






