1. Rotary cutter not level, side to side.
Level 3-pt hitch linkage on tractor.
Sharpen or replace blades.
3. Blades unable to cut that part of
Slow ground speed of tractor but
Slow ground speed of tractor but Slow ground speed of tractor but
grass pressed by path of tractor tires.
keep engine running at full PTO
rpm. Cutting lower will help.
4. Possible build up of material under
1. Height of rotary cutter lower at rear
Adjust rotary cutter height and
altitude so that rotary cutter rear &
front are with 1/2” of same height.
Grass or brush may be too high or thick.
Reduce ground speed but maintain
cutter unevenly, or discharges
cutter unevenly, or discharges
cutter unevenly, or discharges
540 rpm at tractor PTO, or make
two passes over material. Raise rotary
cutter for the rst pass and lower for
second pass, preferably cutting 90
to the rst pass. Raise rear of rotary
cutter high enough to permit
Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Slow ground speed of tractor but
keep engine running at full PTO rpm.
2. Improper lubricant type.
Replace with proper lubricant.
3. Excessive trash build up around
Rotary cutter will not cut.
Rotary cutter will not cut
Adjust slip clutch according to
all the time. (slip clutch only)
1. Possible build up of material on blade
2. Blades locked into position.
Free blades so they swing free.
3. Check for even wear on each blade tip.
Weigh each blade. Weight should be
with in 1 oz. Always replace both blades.
5. New blade or bolts not matched with worn
Replace blades or bolts in sets.
Check oil level. Add oil.
