(Rev. 10/13/2006) MAN0500 BW1800, BW1800Q BW1260, BW1260Q Tested. Proven. Unbeatable.
TO THE DEALER: Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods® dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Product Registration included with the Operator’s Manual. The customer must sign the registration which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY VIDEO ORDER FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SPECIFICATIONS BW1800 / BW1800Q BW1260 / BW1260Q Cutting Height (Varies with tire selection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2" - 15" 2" - 15" Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180" (15’) 126" (10.5’) Overall Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189" 137" Transport Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96" 91" Tractor HP . . .
BE SAFE! BE ALERT! BE ALIVE! BE TRAINED BEFORE OPERATING Safety Training Does Make a Difference. ASSOCIATION OF EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS Free Mower Safety Video Fill out and return the order form and we will send you a FREE VHS or DVD video outlining Industrial and Agricultural Mower Safety Practices. The 22 minute video, developed in cooperation with AEM (Association of Equipment Manufacturers), reinforces the proper procedures to follow while operating your Woods mowing equipment.
Also, available from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers: A large variety of training materials (ideal for groups) are available for a nominal charge from AEM.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! 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. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) Make sure driveline guard tether chains are attached to the tractor and equipment as shown in the pamphlet that accompanies the driveline. Replace if damaged or broken. Check that driveline guards rotate freely on driveline before putting equipment into service. Before starting power unit, check all equipment driveline guards for damage. Replace any damaged guards.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence 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. Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements. Never allow riders on power unit or attachment. Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt.
SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) Make certain all movement of equipment components has stopped before approaching for service. Frequently check blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened. Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury. Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! MODEL NO. SERIAL NO. Woods Equipment Company Oregon, Illinois, U.S.A. 1 - SERIAL NUMBER PLATE Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals. Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer; high-pressure water can enter through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing them to peel or come off. Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 8 - PN 18864 WARNING DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF DANGER 5 - PN 15922 1000 RPM PTO speeds higher than 1000 RPM can cause equipment failure and personal injury.
SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 12 - PN - 1004991 WARNING TRANSPORT LOCK AND CYLINDER REQUIREMENTS RAISED CUTTER CAN DROP AND CRUSH SINGLE-ACTING FULL EXTENSION Cutte ers must be equipped with transport lock. 28-1/4" stands.
OPERATION The designed and tested safety of this machine depends on it being operated within the limitations as explained in this manual. Be familiar with and follow all safety rules in the manual, on the cutter and on the tractor. The safe operation of this cutter is the responsibility of the operator, who must be properly trained. The operator should be familiar with the equipment and all safety practices before starting operation. Read the safety information on pages 7 through 13.
Hydraulic Connection 1. Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good condition. 2. Clean the fittings before connecting them to the tractor hydraulic ports. 3. Route the hose through the hose holder opening (B, Figure 1), be sure the hose can slide freely in the holder. Do not allow hose slack to drag on the ground or become caught on tractor protrusions. single-acting cylinder with a maximum extended length of 28-1/4" (718 mm) from attaching point center to center. Cutting height range is 2" to 15".
wing. The rear edge of the wing should be parallel to the ground. NOTE: Equal Angle Drive Only: With cutting height established, adjust the 3-joint H-frame bearing height so that the front driveline is parallel to the ground. TRACTOR OPERATION Under certain conditions tractor tires may roll down some grass and prevent cutting at the same height as the surrounding area. When this occurs, reduce your ground speed but maintain PTO at 540 or 1000 rpm.
When shredding attitude is set, check that the distance from the bottom rear edge of the wing to the ground matches the bottom edge of the rear center section to the ground. With the cutting height and attitude established, adjust the driveline carrier bearing in the Hframe to ensure the front driveline is parallel to the ground. WARNING Never allow riders on power unit or attachment. Do not operate PTO during transport. Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
4. To lower cutter for operation, extend hydraulic cylinder to raise cutter. Rotate transport lock back away from cylinder rod (Figure 5). 5. Lower cutter to desired cutting height. the PTO slip joint is lubricated and that the gearbox fluid levels are correct. ___ Set tractor PTO at correct rpm for your equipment. ___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated.
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. WARNING Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance. Before working underneath, disconnect driveline from tractor, lower wings to ground, raise cutter, and pin transport bar in raised position.
1. 2. 3. 4. Driveline U-joint . . . . . . . . . .10 Hours Telescoping shaft. . . . . . . . .10 Hours Carrier bearing block . . . . . .40 Hours CV body assembly. . . . . . . .10 hours (10 pumps minimum) 5. Driveline shield . . . . . . . . . .10 Hours 6. Splined yoke . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Hours 7. Gearbox (above lower . . . .Daily line on dipstick) 8. Tongue pivot (2) . . . . . . . . . 9. Wheel yoke pivot (7) . . . . . 10. Gearbox (bottom of . . . . . . side hole) 11. Tailwheel spindle . . . . . . . .
IMPORTANT Seasonal Lubrication In addition to the daily recommended lubrication, a more extensive application is recommended seasonally or before a new unit is placed into service. ■ If blade pin is seized in crossbar and extreme force will be needed to remove it, support crossbar from below to prevent gearbox damage. 1. Disconnect driveline from tractor PTO. 1. Fill CV double yokes with 20 pumps of grease with the joints in a straight line. 2.
NOTE: Blade should be snug but should swivel on pin without having to exert excessive force. Blade should not move more than a 1/4 inch up or down at the tip. Keep any spacers not used in the installation as replacements or for future installation. Blade Sharpening IMPORTANT ■ When sharpening blades, grind the same amount on each blade to maintain balance. Replace blades in pairs. Unbalanced blades will cause excessive vibration, which can damage gearbox bearings.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Flange yoke Friction disc Hub 1-3/4 splined Thrust plate Belleville spring plate Drive plate Drive plate Backup plate Lock assembly M12 x 1.75P x 85 mm HHCS M12 x 1.75P Hex lock nut M8 x 1.25P Hex nut Figure 9. Slip Clutch Assembly CLEANING 1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn safety decals or near edges of decals as water spray can peel decal off surface. After Each Use ● ● ● Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass, crop residue, etc.
TROUBLE SHOOTING PROBLEM Does not cut POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Dull blades Sharpen blades. Worn or broken blades Replace blades. (Replace in pairs only.) Incorrect PTO speed Set at rated PTO speed. Ground speed too fast Reduce ground speed. Drive not functioning (blades do not turn when PTO is running) Check drive shaft connection. Check gearbox. Gearbox malfunction Repair gearbox. Excessive clutch slippage Adjust clutch.
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. WARNING Before working underneath, read manual instructions, securely block up, and check stability.
Vertical Shaft Seal Replacement SPLITTER GEARBOX REPAIR Refer to Figure 12, page 28. Refer to Figure 11. 1. Disconnect and remove the driveline from the gearbox. Splitter Gearbox Removal 2. Remove vent plug (30) and siphon gear lube from housing through this opening. 1. Disconnect gearbox. 3. Remove crossbar (see page 30). 2. Remove the four cap screws and lock washers that secure gearbox to cutter, and remove gearbox. 4. Remove snap ring (33) and vertical shaft seal (15).
2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 10 mm Lock washer M10 x 1.5P x 30 HHCS Input cap Input shaft Input oil seal Bearing assembly (cup & cone) Gasket .15 mm Gasket .25 mm Gasket .40 mm Hub cap Oil seal Output shaft Spacer Shim .30 mm Shim .40 mm Shim .50 mm Center gear Wing gear Bearing adjustment nut 1/8 x 2-1/2 Cotter pin Sealing washer M18 x 1.5P Level plug M18 x 1.5P Breather plug Figure 11.
or removing shims (15, 16, 17) from the output shaft (5). 19. Place seal (6) over shaft and press into housing using a tube of the same diameter. Seal should be flush with housing when properly installed. Repeat process for opposite end shaft. Splitter Gearbox Inspection NOTE: Excessive air pressure will damage seals. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 3. Remove upper plug (3) on right side of housing.
GEARBOX REPAIR Gearbox Removal NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move without mechanical assistance. 1. Disconnect and remove the driveline from the gearbox that is to be removed. 2. Remove cotter pin and nut from vertical shaft and remove crossbar (see page 30). 3. Remove the eight bolts that attach gearbox to cutter and remove gearbox. Gearbox Disassembly Refer to Figure 12. 1. Remove six cap screws (25) and top cover (26) from gearbox and pour out gear oil. 2. Remove oil caps (21 and 4). 3.
17. Place top cover (26) on top of housing and secure with six cap screws (25). 18. Check gearbox housing for leaks by plugging all holes except one. Apply 4 psi compressed air and immerse the gearbox in water to verify that there are no leaks. 19. Remove gearbox from water and dry off with compressed air. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube to the center of the horizontal shaft. Tighten all plugs. Gearbox Installation NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move without mechanical assistance. 1.
NOTE: Hydraulic jack will not operate if tipped more than 90°. Use care to prevent bending crossbar during removal. Crossbar Installation U-Joint Disassembly 1. Remove external snap rings from yokes in four locations as shown in Figure 17. . 1. Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface rust, Loctite® and foreign material from hub, splined gearbox vertical shaft, and crossbar. Refer to Figure 15. 2. Install crossbar assembly (10) on splined shaft.
4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure 20 and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat Step 3 for final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift and hammer. 2. 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. Tapping the yoke will help. 3. Seat cups by placing a drift or socket (slightly smaller than the cup) on cup and rap with a hammer. See Figure 21.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the WOODS dealer. It should be delivered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated and adjusted for normal cutting conditions. Attach wheel yoke arm (7) to center section using three 1-1/4 pivot pins (4), carriage bolts (58), and flange lock nuts (50). The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly will be easier if components are aligned and loosely assembled before tightening hardware.
Install Height Adjustment Cylinder 1. Attach base end of cylinder (3) to the deck using clevis pin (40) and two cotter pins (42). 2. Extend cylinder rod and place transport lock bracket (9) over cylinder rod clevis. 3. Position cylinder rod and transport lock bracket between lugs on the wheel yoke tube and align holes. 4. Attach wheel to hub using five lug nuts (61). Install the chamfered side of the lug nut toward the inside for steel rim for pneumatic tires and rims (shown).
4. 5. 6. 24. 23. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. Pivot pin, 1-1/4 Pivot pin, 1 Attitude rod Spacer Retainer Clevis Tongue level link Tongue level bracket Tongue Parking jack (not shown) 31. 45. 50. 53. 62. 73. 75. 83. Hose holder 5/8 NC x 4-1/2 HHCS GR5 1/2 NC Flange lock nut 1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5 5/8 NC Lock nut 1" NC Hex nut 1/2 NC x 1-1/2 Carriage bolt Spacer, 1" x 1" Figure 26. Tongue Installation Adjust Hitch NOTE: Tongue clevis (25) comes shipped from the factory configured for 540 RPM units.
9. Attach hydraulic hose holder (31) to the top of the tongue using two cap screws (53), and flange lock nuts (50). NOTE: See page 38 for optional CV drive installation. Check rpm tags on wing and center sections to make sure they match before proceeding. The wing must be installed in the following sequence and will require at least two people. A floor jack or a suitable lifting device will be helpful to align decks when installing the hinge pin. 1. Remove hinge pin (15) from center section. 2.
Install Wing Wheel Yoke Arm (Figure 30) 1. Attach wheel yoke arm (6) to wing section using two pivot pins (30), carriage screws (37), and hex nuts (40). 2. Repeat procedure for opposite wing. (Note: BW1260 has only the right wing installed. BW1260L has only the left wing installed.) NOTE: See page 40 for optional walking beam wheel yoke. Install Wing Wheel and Hub (Figure 30) 1. Insert wheel hub into outside of wheel yoke arm (6) and align holes. 4. 16. 17. 31. 32. 36. 52. 2.
Install Wing Wheel Yoke Adjustment Link NOTE: Use a suitable lifting device of sufficient capacity. Use adequate personnel to handle heavy components. 1. With a lifting device raise wing and lock in the UP position using the wing lock-up pin. Leave lifting device attached for added support. 6. Repeat procedure for opposite wing. (Note: BW1260 has only the right wing installed. BW1260L has only the left wing installed.) 7. Lower all shields and secure with plastic knobs (53) supplied in hardware package.
21. 1/2 x 1/4 Pipe reducer bushing 22. 1/4 x 1/4 Elbow, w/ 1/16 restricter 23. Hose, 200" x 1/4 x 1/4 Figure 34. Cylinder Hose Installation, Rear Install Hose Kit (Figure 34) the holder. Do not allow hose slack to drag on the ground or become caught on tractor protrusions. 1. Remove plug from base end of center cylinder. 8. Attach male quick coupler to the end of each hose. 2. Remove plug from rod end of each wheel yoke cylinder. 3.
4. 8. 10. 12. Lower spring arm Walking beam Spring 1-9/16 Flange pin 17. 19. 22. 23. 24. 25. 61. 3/4 NC x 13 HHCS GR5 3/4 NC Flange lock nut 1/2 NC x 3 HHCS GR5 1/2 NC Flange lock nut 1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5 1/2 Flat washer Lug nut, 1/2 NF 8. 3. 12. 25. 24. 22. 23. 61. Walking beam Spring wheel yoke arm 1-9/16 Flag pin 1/2 Flat washer 1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5 1/2 NC x 3 HHCS GR5 1/2 NC Flange lock nut Lug nut, 1/2 NF Figure 35.
WARNING Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance. IMPORTANT ■ Check with your tractor dealer or manual to determine if your tractor is equipped with an “OPEN-CENTER” or a “CLOSED-CENTER” hydraulic system. ■ Tractor hydraulic system can be seriously damaged if the incorrect optional valve is installed. ■ Use care to prevent foreign material from enter- ing and damaging the hydraulic system.
Open-Center Valve to Open-Center with Power-Beyond Conversion 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 3-Spool, 3-way hydraulic valve 1/2" Male x 3/8" female 90° swivel elbow 3/4" x 1/2" Reducer bushing 3/8" x 60" 1-Wire hydraulic hose 1/2" x 3/8" Hydraulic hose coupler 1/2" x 70" Low-pressure hydraulic hose Power-beyond sleeve kit Open-Center Valve to Closed-Center Valve Conversion 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Fender Bracket and 3-Spool Valve Installation 5. Attach brace (3) if necessary to make bracket rigid. Use any hole in the bracket and any convenient hole on the tractor. 6. Position valve on top of bracket and attach with bolts (11), lock washers (6) and nuts (7). Just snug these bolts; do not over-tighten. 7. Attach control handles with chain connector links and pins. The ports next to control handles are plugged and will not be used.
1. Remove hinge pin (2) from center section. 2. Place brace (3) inside the front corner of the weight box (1) and secure with two cap screws (12), two flat washers (13), and two lock nuts (4). 3. Align mounting plate (5) with top two slots at rear of weight box. Secure with two cap screws (12), two flat washers (13), and two lock nuts (14). Do not tighten hardware at this point. 4. Align skid shoe (4) with holes on bottom and inside of weight box. Secure bottom with the hardware provided with skid shoe.
DEALER CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) IMPORTANT ■ Gearbox was not filled at the factory. It must be serviced before operating cutter. (See Fill Gearbox, page 32). Failure to service will result in damage to gearbox. Inspect cutter 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.
NOTES 46 Notes MAN0500 (Rev.
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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.
BOLT SIZE CHART NOTE: Chart shows bolt thread sizes and corresponding head (wrench) sizes for standard SAE and metric bolts. SAE Bolt Thread Sizes 5/16 3/8 1/2 IN MM 5/8 3/4 7/8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 Metric Bolt Thread Sizes 8MM 10MM 12MM 14MM 16MM 18MM ABBREVIATIONS AG ............................................................. Agriculture ATF...............................Automatic Transmission Fluid BSPP ..........................
INDEX ASSEMBLY Dealer Set-up Instructions 33 Optional Equipment 3-Spool Valve to Tractor Connection 43 BW1260 & BW1260L Counterweight Installation 43 CV Drive Installation 38 Fender Bracket and 3-Spool Valve Installation 43 Hydraulic Valve Information 40 Open-Center Valve Installation 41 Open-Center Valve to Closed-Center Valve Conversion 42 Open-Center Valve to Open-Center with PowerBeyond Conversion 42 Walking Beam, Hub and Wheel Installation Center Section 40 Walking Beam, Hub and Wheel Installation - Wi
WARRANTY (All Models Except Mow’n Machine TM Zero-Turn Mowers and Woods BoundaryTM Utility Vehicles) Please Enter Information Below and Save for Future Reference. Date Purchased: __________________________ From (Dealer): ________________________________________ Model Number: __________________________ Serial Number:________________________________________ Woods Equipment Company (“WOODS”) warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship.
WARRANTY (Replacement Parts For All Models Except Mow’n MachineTM Zero-Turn Mowers and Woods BoundaryTM Utility Vehicles) 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.
