-33-143292 - REV1500/1000 Rotary Cutter (30-January-2018)When storing the cutter for the season or anextended period of time it is important to followthe following procedures in order to extend the lifeof your cutter.Note: The cutter can be stored in either the wingsraised or wings lowered position. If storing with thewings raised position, make sure the wing lock pinsare engaged.1. Thoroughly clean off cutter of all debris and dirtbuildup. Clean any accumulated cuttings off of theunder side of the deck. Debris and dirt will drawmoisture and may cause corrosion.2. Paint all parts where necessary.Note: Degelman Yellow Aerosol paint (#133044) isavailable, ask your dealer.3. Put cutter in a dry place.4. Follow procedures in the Maintenance section tofully lubricate the machine.5. Check the condition of all blades and bladehardware. Replace if necessary.6. Inspect the safety shields, guards, transport locks,and other components for damage, wear, ormissing hardware. Replace if required.7. Inspect hydraulic hoses and connections. Repair orreplace as necessary.8. Inspect the condition of safety labels and decals.Replace any missing or illegible decals.9. If cutter is equipped with used aircraft tires, supportcutter with safety stands to take weight off tires. Donot deflate tires. If exposed, put covers over tires toprotect them from sunlight, oil, and grease.10. Place PTO on top of hitch in the PTO cradle. Removefront half and store indoors. Keep PTO off ground.11. Fully tighten socket head screws on the drivelineclutches to relieve pressure on the linings. For bestperformance, keep the clutch in a dry place to helpprevent sticking.12. Apply grease to any exposed hydraulic cylinderrods and any threaded adjustment screws to preventrusting.How To Store Your Cutter1. Review Operator’s Manual and check adjustments.2. Follow procedures in the Maintenance section tocheck gearbox oil levels and to fully lubricate themachine.3. Inspect hydraulic hoses and connections. Repair orreplace as necessary.4. If using aircraft tires, check the air pressure (42 PSI).5. Check all hardware for tightness.6. Perform “Run-In of the Friction Clutch” as describedin the maintenance section.7. If any major components have been replaced, makesure they run properly.Preparing for Storage Removing from Storage