John Deere HX10 and HX14 Rotary Cutter Operator Manual OMW51647

Description

• Model List:
  • HX10 Rotary Cutter
  • HX14 Rotary Cutter

• 1. Contents
• 1.0.1. Recognize Safety Information
• 1.0.2. Understand Signal Words
• 1.0.3. Follow Safety Instructions
• 1.0.4. HX14 Safe Operating Practice
• 1.0.5. Protect Bystanders
• 1.0.6. Stay Clear of Rotating Blades
• 1.0.7. Operate Tractor and Cutter Safely
• 1.0.8. Back Up Safely
• 1.0.9. Leaving Cutter Unattended
• 1.0.10. Keep Riders Off Machine
• 1.0.11. Prepare for Emergencies
• 1.0.12. Wear Protective Clothing
• 1.0.13. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
• 1.0.14. Use Safety Lights and Devices
• 1.0.15. Observe Maximum Transport Speed (PullType)
• 1.0.16. Transport Safely
• 1.0.17. Use a Safety Chain (PullType Hitch)
• 1.0.18. Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Accidental Lowering of Cutter
• 1.0.19. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 1.0.20. Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
• 1.0.21. Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
• 1.0.22. Check Hoses for Damage
• 1.0.23. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
• 1.0.24. Store Attachments Safely
• 1.0.25. Safety Features
• 1.1. Safety Signs
• 1.1.1. Safety SignsDrivelines
• 1.1.2. Safety SignsDriveline Shields
• 1.1.3. Safety SignsHitch
• 1.1.4. Safety SignsDeck
• 1.2. Preparing the Tractor
• 1.2.1. Selecting Tractor PTO Speed
• 1.2.2. Positioning Tractor Drawbar
• 1.2.2.1. PullType
• 1.2.2.2. LiftType
• 1.2.3. Adjusting Tractor Hitch
• 1.2.3.1. PullType
• 1.2.3.2. LiftType
• 1.2.4. Recommended Tractor Hydraulic Outlets (PullType)
• 1.2.5. Checking Ballast, Wheel Spacing, and Tire Inflation
• 1.2.6. Determining Front Ballast (LiftType)
• 1.3. Preparing the Cutter
• 1.3.1. Prestarting Checklist
• 1.3.2. Positioning Hitch Pins (LiftType)
• 1.3.3. Checking Tailwheel Support VBolt Torque
• 1.3.4. Adjusting Tailwheel Spacing
• 1.4. Attaching and Detaching
• 1.4.1. Attaching LiftType Cutter to Tractor
• 1.4.1.1. Quick Coupler Hitch
• 1.4.1.2. ThreePoint Hitch
• 1.4.2. Adjusting Hitch Clevis (PullType)
• 1.4.3. Attaching PullType Cutter to Tractor Drawbar
• 1.4.4. Main PTO Driveline
• 1.4.4.1. Assembling Telescoping Members
• 1.4.4.2. Attaching
• 1.4.5. Attaching to Tractor Hydraulic System (PullType)
• 1.4.6. Connecting Tail/Warning Light Wiring Harness to Tractor (If Equipped)
• 1.4.7. Detaching Cutter From Tractor
• 1.5. Transporting
• 1.5.1. Preparing Cutter For Transport
• 1.5.2. Follow Safe Transport Procedures
• 1.5.3. Lighting Enhancement Module Operation (If Equipped)
• 1.5.4. Driving Cutter In Turns
• 1.5.5. Keep Riders Off Machine
• 1.6. Operating the Cutter
• 1.6.1. Preparing Cutter for Operation
• 1.6.1.1. LiftType
• 1.6.1.2. PullType
• 1.6.2. Adjusting Cutting Height
• 1.6.2.1. LiftType
• 1.6.2.2. PullType
• 1.6.3. Keep Riders Off Machine
• 1.6.4. Follow Safe Operating Procedures
• 1.6.5. Operating the Cutter for Best Performance
• 1.6.6. Turning Cutter
• 1.6.6.1. LiftType
• 1.6.6.2. PullType
• 1.6.7. Attachments Available
• 1.7. Lubrication and Maintenance
• 1.7.1. Lubricating and Maintaining Machine Safely
• 1.7.2. Gear Case Oil
• 1.7.3. Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
• 1.7.4. Mixing of Lubricants
• 1.7.5. Lubricant Storage
• 1.7.6. Perform Lubrication and Maintenance
• 1.7.7. Observe Lubrication Symbols
• 1.7.8. Lubrication and Maintenance
• 1.7.8.1. Every 10 Hours or Daily
• 1.7.8.2. Every 24 Hours
• 1.7.8.3. Every 50 Hours
• 1.7.8.4. As Required
• 1.8. Service
• 1.8.1. Practice Safe Service Procedures
• 1.8.2. Keep Service Area Clean
• 1.8.3. Avoid HighPressure Fluids
• 1.8.4. Service Tires Safely (Severe Duty Ag Tires)
• 1.8.5. Slip Clutch
• 1.8.5.1. Using Storage Feature
• 1.8.5.2. Disassembling and Inspecting
• 1.8.5.3. Assembling
• 1.8.6. Removing and Installing PTO Drivelines
• 1.8.6.1. LiftType
• 1.8.6.2. PullType
• 1.8.6.3. Checking Wear
• 1.8.6.4. Replacing Round Pan Holder
• 1.8.6.5. Replacing Bar Type Holder (HX14)
• 1.8.6.6. Direction of Rotation
• 1.8.7. Replacing Cross Shaft Shear Bolt (HX14)
• 1.8.8. Timing Blade Holders
• 1.8.9. Replacing Skid Shoes
• 1.8.10. Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 1.8.11. Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
• 1.9. John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
• 1.9.1. John Deere Is At Your Service
• 2. Page Numbers
• 2.1. Section 05