Section 4
Wright Fence Mower, LLC
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FM30-FM60 5
OPERATION
Danger
Incorrect operation of the fence mower may produce
hazardous situations that can lead to serious injury or
death. The fence mower has been designed to minimize
the risks of accidents, but there is no substitute for a
careful operator.
Note: See SAFETY PRECAUTIONS in the introduction
section for a list of safety related cautions to be
observed while operating mower.
Lights, SMV Emblems
If operating along public roads, warning lights or slow
moving vehicle emblems should be used unless
prohibited by law. Check local and state codes.
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Traveling
Raise the mower to its maximum height when traveling.
Additional ground clearance can be obtained by
shortening the tractor hitch center arm. NEVER engage
PTO while mower is in traveling position WITHOUT a
cutting load.
Warning
Transporting the mower at maximum height changes the
center of gravity of the tractor. Do not travel at high rates
of speed with the mower in travelling position, especially
over rough or bumpy terrain. Tractor instability during
high-speed travel can cause a rollover, resulting in
serious personal injury or death.
Mowing
Watch for holes, rocks, roots or other hidden
hazards.
Keep away from drop-offs.
Do not cut near the edge of a gully or bank.
Slow down before turning.
Engage PTO as directed by tractor manufacturer.
Reverse Operation
Do not operate the mower in reverse unless absolutely
essential.
Caution
DO NOT operate fence mower in reverse unless
absolutely essential and is allowed by the tractor
manufacturer. Reverse PTO operation may damage
tractor drivetrain. Material may be thrown out
through the front of the fence mower during reverse
operation, posing a hazard to the operator and
bystanders.
Look behind mower before putting tractor in reverse
gear.
Back tractor at lowest speed available
Watch back of mower at all times while backing.
Obstacles
Review the fence or fences you are going to work
on. Look for obstructions, loose wires or any visual
item you see that you would not run a rotary fence
mower over.
When observing loose wires, or wires that are
broken and
on the ground, make the necessary
repairs BEFORE attempting to use the fence
mower in this area.
Determine which side of the fence has the best
access for driving along side of the fence line.
Positioning
Position the fence mower as shown in the top view
illustration. Once in position, you can engage the
PTO and set the RPM’s to 540. You must use the
lowest gears possible on your tractor. The speed of
your tractor and how you maintain control in driving
close to the fence line determines how successful
your mowing will be.
NOTE: When using the fence mower for the first time
it is best to choose a section of fence that has light
vegetation of only grass, weeds, and a higher than
normal bottom strand of wire. Practice until you feel
comfortable in using the up and down lever of the
tractor.
Keeping the tractor positioned as in the illustration,
continue operating at low gear speeds.
NOTE: If you start removing top soil or dirt, just
pause the Tractor (stop moving forward) and lift the
fence mower up slightly. (1 to 2 inches only)
NOTE: If you hear the V belt drives squeal, pause
the tractor and disengage the PTO. You have gone
too low, and need to move the swing arm up. Do
this slowly with the lifting arms of the tractor.After
you have moved the swing arm up, engage the
PTO, and drive the tractor forward.
Danger
NEVER get off the tractor until you have disengaged the
PTO, and have come to a complete stop. Put the tractor
in neutral, turn off the engine, and wait for the rotation of
the PTO shaft and blade to stop before getting down.
