Woods BATWING BW15.50E Manuel De L'opérateur page 4

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 con-
trol and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, con-
cern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
It has been said, "The best safety device is an informed, careful oper-
ator." We ask you to be that kind of operator.
INSTALLATION
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Hydraulics must be connected as instructed in this manual. Do not substi-
tute parts, modify, or connect in any other way.
TRAINING
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Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit
manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replacement
manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your near-
est dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.eu, or call
+32 10 301111 in Belgium.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can
result in serious injury or death.
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If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see
your dealer.
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Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an
emergency.
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Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the
equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this
equipment without proper instructions.
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Keep hands and body away from pressurized lines. Use paper or card-
board, not hands or other body parts to check for leaks. Wear safety goggles.
Hydraulic fluid under pressure can easily penetrate skin and will cause serious
injury or death.
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Make sure that all operating and service personnel know that if hydraulic
fluid penetrates skin, it must be surgically removed as soon as possible by a
doctor familiar with this form of injury or gangrene, serious injury, or death will
result.
CONTACT A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY IF FLUID ENTERS SKIN OR EYES.
DO NOT DELAY.
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Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
PREPARATION
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Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque
chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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Air in hydraulic systems can cause erratic operation and allows loads or
equipment components to drop unexpectedly. When connecting equipment or
hoses or performing any hydraulic maintenance, purge any air in hydraulic sys-
tem by operating all hydraulic functions several times. Do this before putting
into service or allowing anyone to approach the equipment.
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Make sure all hydraulic hoses, fittings, and valves are in good condition
and not leaking before starting power unit or using equipment. Check and route
hoses carefully to prevent damage. Hoses must not be twisted, bent sharply,
kinked, frayed, pinched, or come into contact with any moving parts. Operate
moveable components through full operational range to check clearances.
Replace any damaged hoses immediately.
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After connecting hoses, check that all control lever positions function as
instructed in the Operator's Manual. Do not put into service until control lever
and equipment movements are correct.
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Set tractor hydraulic relief valve at 2500 psi (170 bars) (17,000 kPa) to
prevent injury and equipment damage due to hydraulic system failure.

Your dealer can supply original equipment hydraulic accessories and
repair parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifications
and may be dangerous.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in
moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment
for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
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Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operat-
ing condition.
4 Safety
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated
firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.
( 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.
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Before starting power unit, check all equipment driveline guards for dam-
age. Replace any damaged guards. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drivelines, repair and replace bear-
ings before putting equipment into service.
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Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt.
Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from
being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in "locked up" position
at all times.
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Remove accumulated debris from this equipment, power unit, and engine
to avoid fire hazard.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety
Decals section for location.)
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Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition.
Replace if damaged.
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Do not put this equipment into service unless all side skids are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
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A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor
front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight,
front tractor wheels could raise up resulting in loss of steering. The weight may
be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires, front tractor weights or
front loader. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.

Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or other hard objects that
might be thrown, causing injury or damage.
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Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit PTO shaft. Never use adapter
sleeves or adapter shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures due to incorrect spline
or incorrect operating length and can result in personal injury or death.
TRANSPORTATION
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Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt.
Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from
being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in "locked up" position
at all times.
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Always raise unit and install transport locks before transporting. Leak
down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to
drop.
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Always attach safety chain to tractor drawbar when transporting unit.
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Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking requirements.
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Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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Do not operate PTO during transport.
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Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
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Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
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The maximum transport speed for towed and semi-mounted machines is
20 mph (32 km/h). Regardless of the maximum speed capability of the towing
tractor, do not exceed the implement's maximum transport speed. Doing so
could result in:
• Loss of control of the implement and tractor
• Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
• Implement tire failure
• Damage to the implement or its components.
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Use additional caution and reduce speed when under adverse surface
conditions, turning, or on inclines.
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Never tow this implement with a motor vehicle.
OPERATION
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Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing,
assembling, or servicing equipment.
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Never walk, stand, or place yourself or others under a raised wing or in the
path of a lowering wing. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause wings to drop
unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death.
BW15_SR (12/7/2017)