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ROTARY CUTTER

BB600X
BB720X
BB840X
BB840XP

(Rev. 07/09/2010)

MAN0654

Serial Number 1127329 & Above

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

BRUSHBULL

TM

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 online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that
all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Please contact your dealer to complete this form. Dealers can
register all Woods product at dealer.WoodsEquipment.com under Product Registration.
Failure to register the product does not diminish customer’s warranty rights.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better and
safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and become
acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement manuals can be
obtained from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in
the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and
satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified.
Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.
For service, your authorized Woods dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Woods service parts, and the necessary
tools and equipment to handle all your needs.
Use only genuine Woods service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for
safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces
provided:

Model: _______________________________

Date of Purchase: _____________________

Serial Number: (see Safety Decal section for location) ____________________________________
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.
Throughout this manual, the term NOTICE is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
The terms CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol (a triangle with
an exclamation mark) to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.

2 Introduction

Gen’l (Rev. 3/5/2010)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
SAFETY VIDEO ORDER FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
OWNER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
DEALER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
DEALER CHECK LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
INDEX TO PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .BACK COVER

!

LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO!

Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a
alguien que si lo lea para que le
traduzca las medidas de seguridad.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Introduction 3

SPECIFICATIONS
3-Point Hitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category I / II
Cutting Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2" - 12"
Blade Spindle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Number of Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heat Treated Alloy Steel
Blade Rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CCW
Tractor PTO rpm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540
Universal Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 4
Cutter Frame Thickness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/4"
Tailwheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5" x 16"

Specification

BB600X BB720X

BB840X

BB840XP

Cutting Width

60"

72"

84"

84"

Overall Width

67.5"

79.5"

91.5"

91.5"

1280 lbs

1870 lbs

Weight (Approximate lbs.)

1039 lbs 1140 lbs

Blade Speed (Feet per minute)

15,525

15,900

16,000

16,000

Gearbox

1:1.83

1:1.47

1:1.35

1:1.35

Recommended Maximum Tractor HP

30-120

35-120

40-120

40-120

GENERAL INFORMATION

WARNING
Some illustrations in this manual show the
equipment with safety shields removed to provide
a better view. This equipment should never be
operated with any necessary safety shielding
removed.
The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating
and maintaining your cutter. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you
achieve years of dependable performance. These
instructions have been compiled from extensive field
experience and engineering data. Some information
may be general in nature due to unknown and varying
operating conditions. However, through experience
and these instructions, you should be able to develop
procedures suitable to your particular situation.

4 Introduction

The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time of printing but, due to possible inline
production changes, your machine may vary slightly in
detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the
machines as may be necessary without notification.
Throughout this manual, references are made to right
and left directions. These are determined by standing
behind the equipment facing the direction of forward
travel. Blade rotation is counterclockwise as viewed
from the top of the cutter.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Safety Video Order Form

BE SAFE!
BE ALERT!
BE ALIVE!
BE TRAINED
Before Operating Mowers!

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 mowing
equipment. The video does not replace the information contained in
the Operator’s Manual, so please review this manual thoroughly
before operating your new mowing equipment.

Safety Video Order Form (8/2/2005)

Safety 5

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. Following is a partial list:
●

Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English
Contains: DVD & VHS (English)
Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English)
AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English)
AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English)

●

Training Package for Rotary Mowers/Cutters-English/Spanish
Contains: DVD & VHS (English/Spanish)
Guidebook for Rotary Mowers/Cutters (English/Spanish)
AEM Industrial/Agricultural Mower Safety Manual (English/Spanish)
AEM Agricultural Tractor Safety Manual (English/Spanish)

AEM training packages are available through:
AEM at: www.aem.org

or
Universal Lithographers, Inc.
Email: aem@ulilitho.com
800-369-2310 tel
866-541-1668 fax

Free Mower/Cutter Safety Video Order Form
3 (Select one)
Please send me

… VHS Format - VHS01052 Safety Video
… DVD Format - DVD01052 Safety Video

Name: ________________________________________ Phone: __________________
Address:

_____________________________________
_____________________________________
_____________________________________

Mower/Cutter Model: ______________________ Serial #: ________________________
Send to:

ATTENTION: DEALER SERVICES
WOODS EQUIPMENT COMPANY
PO BOX 1000
OREGON IL 61061-1000
USA

6 Safety

Safety Video Order Form (Rev. 2/6/2006)

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.
It has been said, “The best safety device is an
informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be
that kind of operator.

INSTALLATION
Hydraulics must be connected as instructed in
this manual. Do not substitute parts, modify, or
connect in any other way.

TRAINING
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 nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-3196637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
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.
Keep hands and body away from pressurized
lines. Use paper or cardboard, 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.
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. CON(Rev. 10/31/2008)
Single Spindle_MD (Rev. 5/11/2007)

TAC T A PHY S ICIAN IMM ED IATELY IF FLUID
ENTERS SKIN OR EYES. DO NOT DELAY.
Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.

PREPARATION
Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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 system by operating all
hydraulic functions several times. Do this before
p u t t i n g i n t o s e r v i c e o r a l l ow i n g a n y o n e t o
approach the equipment.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid entanglement 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.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
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.
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. Make sure all guards rotate freely on all
drivelines. If guards do not rotate freely on drivelines, repair and replace bearings before putting
equipment into service.
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 systems in “locked up” position at all times.
(Safety Rules continued on next page)

Safety 7

SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)

Inspect chain, rubber, or steel band shielding
before each use. Replace if damaged.
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Remove accumulated debris from this equipment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire hazard.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Do not put this equipment into service unless all
side skids are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
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 or front
tractor weights. 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.

OPERATION
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.

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.
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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 systems in “locked up” position at all times.
Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged
before starting power unit engine.
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.

Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic
system can cause equipment to drop.

Never direct discharge toward people, animals,
or property.

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 max-

Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

8 Safety

On pull-type units with optional hydraulic cutting height adjustment, use a single-acting cylinder
with a maximum extended length of 28-1/4" (718
mm) from attaching point center to center.
Before performing any service or maintenance,
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

TRANSPORTATION
Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
Do not operate PTO during transport.

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
Single Spindle_MD (Rev. 5/11/2007)

SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
imum 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.

Make certain all movement of equipment components has stopped before approaching for service.

Use additional caution and reduce speed when
under adverse surface conditions, turning, or on
inclines.

Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless
or improper handling may result in serious injury.

Never tow this implement with a motor vehicle.
Always raise unit and install transport locks
before transporting. Leak down or failure of
mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
Always attach safety chain to tractor drawbar
when transporting unit.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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 or front
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.

MAINTENANCE
Before performing any service or maintenance,
disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
Before working underneath, disconnect driveline, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and
block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down
and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can
cause equipment to drop.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its components in any way.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
Single Spindle_MD (Rev. 5/11/2007)

Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.

Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Tighten all bolts, nuts and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition before putting unit into service.
Service and maintenance work not covered in
OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified
dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety procedures may be required. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
Your dealer can supply original equipment
hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute
parts may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic
system can cause equipment to drop.
Explosive separation of tire and rim parts can
cause serious injury or death. Release all air pressure before loosening bolts on wheel.

STORAGE
Raise cutter and block securely. Block wheels
and raise tongue with jack. Disconnect driveline
and secure up off the ground.
Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off
ground. Raise cutter with 3-point hitch. Place
blocks under cutter side skids. Lower cutter onto
blocks. Disconnect cutter from tractor 3-point hitch
and carefully drive tractor away from cutter.
Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.

Safety 9

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
12 - PN 57123
RED REFLECTOR 9"

8 - PN1006682

DANGER

DANGER

ROTATING BLADES AND
THROWN OBJECTS

ROTATING DRIVELINE

 Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is

running.
 Before mowing, clear area of objects that may be thrown by
blade.
 Keep bystanders away.
 Keep guards in place and in good condition.

BLADE CONTACT OR THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

10 Safety

CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH

KEEP AWAY!
DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT  All driveline guards, tractor and
equipment shields in place
 Drivelines securely attached at both
ends
 Driveline guards that turn freely on
driveline

1006682-A

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!
PN1006348 (See Figure 16)

WARNING

EXPLOSION
HAZARD

WARNING

1006348

3 - PN1006681

RELEASE ALL AIR PRESSURE BEFORE LOOSENING BOLTS.

FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
MAX. SPEED: 20 MPH, MAX. WEIGHT: 4000 LBS., MAX. AIR PRESSURE: 40 PSI.

CRUSHING AND PINCHING HAZARD


Be extremely careful handling various parts of the machine.
They are heavy and hands, fingers, feet, and other body
parts could be crushed or pinched between tractor and
implement.



Operate tractor controls from tractor seat only.



Do not stand between tractor and implement when tractor
is in gear.



Make sure parking brake is engaged before going between
tractor and implement.



Stand clear of machine while in operation or when it is
being raised or lowered.

11 - PN18864

DANGER
ROTATING DRIVELINE

WARNING

CONTACT CAN CAUSE DEATH

KEEP AWAY!

TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH:

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT -



Read Operator's Manual (available from dealer) and follow
all safety precautions.



Keep all shields in place and in good condition.

 All driveline guards, tractor and
equipment shields in place



Operate mower from tractor seat only.

 Drivelines securely attached at both ends



Lower mower, stop engine and remove key before
dismounting tractor.

 Driveline guards that turn freely on
driveline



Allow no children or untrained persons to operate
equipment.



Do not transport towed or semi-mounted units over 20 mph.

14 - PN 1004114

WARNING

10 - PN 33347

DANGER

DANG
NGER
ER
If shaft connection is visible, shield
is missing. Replace shield before
operating equipment.
1004114

FALLING OFF CAN RESULT IN BEING RUN OVER.


Tractor must be equipped with ROPS (or ROPS CAB) and
seat belt. Keep foldable ROPS systems in "locked up"
position at all times.



Buckle Up! Keep seat belt securely fastened.



Allow no riders.



GUARD MISSING.
DO NOT OPERATE.

5 - PN 15502

DANGER

WARNING

RAISED EQUIPMENT CAN DROP AND CRUSH.


Before working underneath, follow all instructions and
safety rules in operator's manual and securely block up all
corners of equipment with jack stands.
Securely blocking prevents equipment from dropping from
hydraulic leakdown, hydraulic system failures or
mechanical component failures.

18864-C

ROTATING COMPONENTS
Do not operate without cover in place.
Look and listen for rotation. Do not
open cover until all components have
stopped.

GUARD MISSING.
DO NOT OPERATE.

33347E

CONTACT WITH ROTATING PARTS
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.

WARNING

15502--B

DANGER

DO NOT EXCEED PTO SPEED OF

540 RPM
PTO speeds higher than 540 RPM can cause
equipment failure and personal injury.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

(Safety Decals continued on next page)
1006681

Safety 11

SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Replace Immediately If Damaged!

6 - PN 19924 (PULL-TYPE ONLY)

WARNING
HIGH-PRESSURE HYDRAULIC OIL LEAKS CAN PENETRATE SKIN
RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY, GANGRENE OR DEATH.
n Check for leaks with cardboard; never use hand.
n Before loosening fittings: lower load, release pressure, and
be sure oil is cool.

19924-B

n Consult physician immediately if skin penetration occurs.

7 - PN 1004991 (PULL-TYPE ONLY)

WARNING
RAISED CUTTER CAN DROP AND CRUSH
Cutte
ers must be equipped with transport lock.

stands.
 All trransport components must be functional, kept in good

1004991

 Blocking
Bloc
up prevents cutter dropping from hydraulic leak down,
hydraulic system failures, or mechanical component failures.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

TRANSPORT LOCK
AND CYLINDER
REQUIREMENTS
SINGLE-ACTING FULL
EXTENSION
28-1/4"

TRANSPORT
LOCK

BE CAREFUL!
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, or in the United
States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.

12 Safety

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

OPERATION
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
the cutter. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the cutter, the tractor,
and all safety practices before starting operation. Read
the safety rules and safety decals on page 7 to page
12. Be sure to complete the Pre-Operation check list
on 19 before operating this Cutter.
This medium-duty cutter is designed for grass and
weed mowing and shredding.
Recommended mowing speed for most conditions is
from 2 to 5 mph.

TRACTOR STABILITY

WARNING
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor front wheels when
attachments are in transport position. Without this
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal
injury or death. The weight may be attained with a
loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front
tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.

DANGER
Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

WARNING
Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.

CAUTION
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage before
resuming operation.
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.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR
(MOUNTED CUTTER)

WARNING
Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
■

Make sure driveline will not bottom out at the
shortest length and that it has at least 1/3 overlap
at the longest length.

■

With cutter adjusted to transport position, set
upper stop on tractor lift quadrant to prevent cutter
from contacting the driveline when being raised.
1. Attach tractor 3-point lift arms to category I or
category II side of hitch pins (5) and secure (Figure
2).
2. Attach tractor top link (1) to cutter top link
attachment point (2).
3. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor
top link until cutter is level in this position.
4. Adjust the tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway
devices to prevent cutter from swinging side to side
during transport.
5. Adjust tractor drawbar so that it will not interfere
with cutter or driveline.

Operation 13

8. Raise cutter to transport position and adjust tractor
top link until cutter is level in this position.
CD7331-1

1. Tractor top link
2. Cutter top link
attachment point
5. Hitch pin
Figure 2. Cutter to Tractor Connection

QUICK HITCH SET-UP AND TOP LINK
ADJUSTMENT

NOTICE
■

Avoid contact with driveline when raising cut-

ter.
■

Make sure driveline will not bottom out at the
shortest length and that it has at least 1/3 overlap
at the longest length.

■

With cutter adjusted to transport position, set
upper stop on tractor lift quadrant to prevent cutter
from contacting the driveline when being raised.

1.
2.
3.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
12.
13.
15.

Tractor top link
Cutter top link attachment point
Floating link
Category I & II cutter hitch pin
Brace arm
A-frame arm
Quick-Hitch
Rear lug
Brace arm pivot hole
Break link
Second hole on pivot hole
Mast plate
Figure 3. Quick Hitch Set-Up

DRIVELINE ADJUSTMENT (MOUNTED)
Category I and II
Refer to Figure 3.
1. To mount tractor top link, use lowest hole provided
in the tractor’s top link attachment bracket.
2. Assemble hitch pins (5) in proper position.
3. Place A-frame arms (7) (square hole) on mast
plate (15).

Attach the cutter to the tractor 3-point hitch (or quick
hitch if available). Do not attach driveline. Raise and
lower cutter to determine maximum and minimum distance between the tractor PTO shaft and the gearbox
input shaft. If the distance is too large, the driveline will
be too short for proper engagement. If distance is too
small, the driveline may bottom out in operation and
damage the cutter or tractor.

5. Connect brace arms (6) to the brace arm pivot hole
(10) on the inside of rear lug (9).

The driveline length must be sufficient to provide at
least 1/3 driveline length of engagement during operation. There must be at least 4 inches of engagement at
the cutter’s lowest possible point of operation. The driveline must not bottom out when raised to the maximum
height possible.

6. Use the second hole on the end of the brace arm
and secure using cap screws (20) and flange lock
nuts (19).

If driveline is too short, please call your Woods dealer
for a longer driveline.

7. Attach top link (1) to top hole (2) on A-frame arms
(7).

If driveline is too long, please follow the instructions for
shortening the driveline.

4. Secure with carriage bolts (16), sleeves (17), flat
washers (18), and flange lock nuts (19).

14 Operation

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Shortening Driveline

5. Cut the shield to the overall dimension.

NOTICE
■

If attaching with quick hitch, the distance
between the tractor PTO and gearbox input shaft
will increase. Please follow the steps as you would
for a 3-point hitch to insure proper engagement.
1. Move cutter up and down to get the shortest
possible distance between tractor PTO shaft and
gearbox input shaft.
2. Separate driveline into two halves and connect
them to the tractor PTO and gearbox.
3. Place driveline halves parallel to one another to
determine how much to shorten the driveline.

DP4

Figure 6. Cut Shield
6. Place the cutoff portion of the shield against the
end of the shaft and use as a guide. Mark and cut
the shaft.

DP2

Figure 4. Drive Halves Placed Parallel
4. Measure from end of the upper shield to the base
of the bell on the lower shield (A). Add 1-9/16" to
dimension (A). See Figure 5.

DP5

Figure 7. Cut Shaft to Length
7. Repeat step 6 for the other half of the drive.
8. File and clean cut ends of both drive halves.
Do not use tractor if proper driveline engagement cannot be obtained through these methods.

A

Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft, making sure the
spring-activated locking collar slides freely and locks
driveline to PTO shaft.

1-9/16"

DP3

Figure 5. Determine Shield Length
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MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Operation 15

DRIVELINE INTERFERENCE CHECK
1. Check for clearance between driveline and cutter
deck.
2. Slowly lift cutter and observe driveline. If clearance
between driveline and cutter deck is less than 1
inch, shorten top link or limit upper travel of lower
hitch arms. Refer to tractor operator's manual for
instructions.

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
(MOUNTED CUTTER)

WARNING
Before working underneath, disconnect driveline, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and
block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down
and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can
cause equipment to drop.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.

mately 11.5" below the deck. To check cutting
height, do the following:
a) Place a straight edge along top edge of deck.
b) Select a cutting height; as an example, for an
approximate cutting height of 3", set the center of
the deck 14.5" above the ground:
3" Desired cutting height
+ 11.5" Distance blade cutting edge is below deck
= 14.5"
c) Adjust the front-to-rear attitude from 1/2" to 3/4"
higher than the front.

CHECK CHAIN ADJUSTMENT (MOUNTED)
1. Refer to Install Check Chain (Optional), page 42 for
check chain installation.
2. After making cutting height adjustment, adjust both
chains (3) in check chain bracket (2) so you have
the same number of links on each side. This will
keep your cutting level.

■

Avoid low cutting heights. Striking the ground
with blades produces one of the most damaging
shock loads a cutter can encounter. Allowing
blades to contact ground repeatedly will cause
damage to cutter and drive.
When selecting a cutting height, you should consider
the area of operation. If the ground is rolling and has
mounds the blades could contact, set the cutting height
accordingly.
1. Level cutter from side to side. Check by measuring
from cutter frame to the ground at each deck rail.
2. Adjust, using tractor 3-point arm leveling device.
NOTE: Keep the front of cutter level with or slightly
lower than rear for best mowing.
3. Control cutting height with tractor 3-point arms,
rear tailwheel adjustment, or optional check chains.

2. Check chain bracket
3. Check chain
Figure 8. Check Chain Adjustment

INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
OF DRIVELINE (TRACTOR PTO)

4. To raise rear of cutter, move tailwheel down.
5. To raise front of cutter, raise tractor 3-point arms or
shorten optional check chains.
The cutting height is the distance between the
blade and the ground. The blades are approxi-

16 Operation

To Install:
Pull locking collar back and at the same time push driveline onto tractor PTO shaft until locking device
engages.

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To Remove:

Hydraulic Connection

Hold driveline into position, pull locking collar back, and
slide driveline off tractor PTO shaft.

1. Inspect hydraulic hoses to ensure they are in good
condition.
2. Clean the fittings before connecting them to the
tractor hydraulic ports.
3. Attach the hydraulic hose from the cutter to the
tractor.
4. Route the hose through the hose holder on Hframe and 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.
5. From the operator position, start tractor and raise
and lower deck several times to purge trapped air
from the hydraulic cylinder.

Figure 9. Lock Collar

Interference Check
CONNECTING CUTTER TO TRACTOR
BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)

NOTICE
■

The horizontal distance between the end of the
tractor PTO shaft and the drawbar hitch point
should be 14" for 540 rpm cutter. This distance
must not vary more than plus or minus (1") or the
drive may be damaged when turning.
1. Adjust tractor drawbar to obtain the desired
drawbar-to-hitch-point distance.
NOTE: On some tractors, a drawbar kit must be
used to obtain the required dimension. Check with
your tractor dealer for assistance.
2. Raise cutter tongue to tractor drawbar height with
jack provided.
3. Secure cutter to tractor drawbar with a highstrength drawbar pin 3/4" or larger. Retain pin in
place during operation.
4. Connect cutter drive line to tractor PTO shaft,
making sure the spring-activated lock pin slides
freely and is seated in tractor PTO splined groove.
5. Move parking jack the storage position on the
tongue.
6. Adjust H-frame bearing height to ensure the front
drive line is parallel to the ground. Secure with 5/8
x 5-21/32 clevis pin and 3/16 x 1-1/2 cotter pin.
7. Attach drive shaft shield to bearing housing using
two 3/8 x 1 cap screws and 3/8 lock washers.
8. Attach safety tow chain to drawbar support. Leave
enough slack for turning.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

1. Be sure that tractor 3-point lift links do not interfere
with hydraulic hoses, cutter driveline, or cutter
frame.
2. Check for straight-ahead operation and at fullturning angles. If there is any interference, remove
the lower lift links.
3. Contact between tractor lift links and cutter parts
can cause damage, especially when turning.

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)

WARNING
On pull-type units with optional hydraulic cutting height adjustment, use a single-acting cylinder
with a maximum extended length of 28-1/4" (718
mm) from attaching point center to center.
Cutting height range is from 2" to 13". A hydraulic cylinder or ratchet jack is available for cutting height adjustment.
To adjust cutter for normal mowing, select a cutting
height (example: 3 inches). Blades are approximately
11.5" below the deck.
Using any of the optional cutting height mechanisms,
raise or lower the tailwheel and set the center of the
deck is 14.5’ above the ground to achieve a 4" cutting
height.
Loosen the jam nut on the attitude rod that runs from
the tongue to the tailwheel. Adjust rod in or out until
rear of deck is approximately 1/2 inch more than front
of deck.

Operation 17

DRIVELINE ADJUSTMENT
BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
With the cutting height established, adjust the driveline
carrier bearings in the H-frames so that the front driveline is parallel to the ground with cutter in cutting position.

TRANSPORTING BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)

Gearbox protection is provided by a slip clutch with
replacement fiber disc. The slip clutch is designed
to slip when excessive torsional loads occur.
3. Move slowly into material. Adjust tractor ground
speed to provide a clean cut without lugging the
tractor engine. Use a slow ground speed for better
shredding.
Proper ground speed will depend on the terrain
and the material’s height, type, and density.
Normally, ground speed will range from 2 to 5 mph.
Tall, dense material should be cut at a low speed;
thin, medium-height material can be cut at a faster
ground speed.
4. Always operate tractor PTO at 540 rpm to maintain
proper blade speed and to produce a clean cut.
5. 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 rpm.
The lower ground speed will permit grass to
rebound partially.

DP1

SHREDDING MATERIAL
Figure 10. Transport Lock Operation
1. Always transport with cutter in raised, locked
position.

For shredding, set the cutter lower at rear. Determine
how much lower to set the rear by experimenting in different situations.

2. Raise cutter with hydraulic cylinder to max height.

STORAGE
3. Rotate transport lock into position over cylinder
rod. See Figure 10.

WARNING

4. Lower cylinder against transport lock.
5. To lower cutter for operation, extend hydraulic
cylinder. Rotate transport lock back away from
cylinder rod.
6. Lower cutter to desired cutting height.

OPERATING TECHNIQUE
1. Power for operating the cutter is supplied by the
tractor PTO. Operate PTO at 540 rpm. Know how
to stop the tractor and cutter quickly in an
emergency.
2. Engage PTO at a low engine rpm to minimize
stress on the drive system and gearbox. With PTO
engaged, raise PTO speed to 540 rpm and
maintain throughout cutting operation.

18 Operation

Mounted Cutters
Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off
ground. Raise cutter with 3-point hitch. Place
blocks under cutter side skids. Lower cutter onto
blocks. Disconnect cutter from tractor 3-point hitch
and carefully drive tractor away from cutter.
Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.

BB840XP (Pull-Type)
Raise cutter and block securely. Block wheels
and raise tongue with jack. Disconnect hydraulic
lines to optional cylinder. Disconnect driveline and
secure up off the ground.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety
decal instructions on page 7 through page 12.
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking
pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in
tractor PTO spline groove.
___ Set tractor PTO at 540 rpm.
___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure
PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated.

___ Check that blades are sharp and secure and
cutting edge is positioned to lead in a counterclockwise rotation.
___ Check that shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if
damaged.
___ Check cutting height, front-to-rear attitude, and
top link adjustment.
___ Place tractor PTO and transmission in neutral
before starting engine.
___ Inspect area to be cut and remove stones,
branches, or other hard objects that might be
thrown and cause injury or damage.

___ Check to be sure gear lube runs out the small
check plug on side of gearbox.
___ Check that all hardware is properly installed
and secured.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Operation 19

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.

CAUTION
If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
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.

BLOCKING METHOD

WARNING
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Operator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
To minimize the potential hazards or working underneath the cutter, follow these procedures:

4. The working surface must be level and solid to
support the weight on the jackstands. Make sure
jackstands are stable, both top and bottom. Make
sure cutter is approximately level.
5. With full cutter weight lowered onto jackstands, test
blocking stability before working underneath.
6. If cutter is attached to tractor when blocking, set
the brakes, remove key, and block cutter before
working underneath.
7. Securely block rear tractor wheels, in front and
behind. Tighten tractor lower 3-point arm anti-sway
mechanism to prevent side-to-side movement.

LUBRICATION INFORMATION
Use a lithium grease of #2 consistency with a MOLY
(molybdenum disulfide) additive for all locations unless
otherwise noted. Be sure to clean fittings thoroughly
before attaching grease gun. One good pump of most
guns is sufficient when the lubrication schedule is followed.
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts,
particularly when operating in sandy areas.
See Figure 11 for lubrication points and frequency or
lubrication based on normal operating conditions.
Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrication.

Gearbox Lubrication
For gearbox, use a high quality gear oil with a viscosity
index of 80W or 90W and an API service rating of GL–
4 or –5 in gearboxes. Fill gearbox until oil runs out the
side plug on gearbox. Check gearbox daily for evidence of leakage, and contact your dealer if leakage
occurs.

Driveline Lubrication

1. Jackstands with a load rating of 1000 lbs or more
are the only approved blocking device for this
cutter. Install a minimum of four jackstands (shown
by Xs in Figure 11) under the cutter before working
underneath unit.

1. Lubricate the driveline slip joint every eight
operating hours. Failure to maintain proper
lubrication could result in damage to U-joints,
gearbox, and driveline.

2. Do not position jackstands under wheels, axles, or
wheel supports. Components can rotate and cause
cutter to fall.

2. Lower cutter to ground, disconnect driveline from
tractor PTO shaft, and slide halves apart but do not
disconnect from each other.

3. Consider the overall stability of the blocked unit.
Just placing jackstands underneath will not ensure
your safety.

3. Apply a bead of grease completely around male
half where it meets female half. Slide drive halves
over each other several times to distribute grease.

20 Owner Service

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

1. Front U-joint (Mounted)- - - - 8 hrs.
2. Slip joint (apply grease
to square shaft) - - - - - - - - - 8 hrs.
3. Rear U-joint (Mounted) - - - - 8 hrs.
4. Gearbox - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Daily
5. Tailwheel pivot tube - - - - - - 8 hrs.
6. Tailwheel (Mounted) - - - - - - 8 hrs.
6. Tailwheel (Pull-type) - - - - - 10 hrs.
8. Carrier bearing (Pull-type) - 10 hrs.
9. Slip joint (Pull-type) - - - - - 10 hrs.
10. Center U-joint (Pull-type) - 10 hrs.
11. Plastic shield bearings - - - 10 hrs.

Figure 11. Jackstand Placement and Lubrication Points

BLADE SERVICE

2. Raise cutter and block securely (see Figure 11).
3. Open blade access cover and align crossbar
assembly (3) with blade access hole in the cutter
frame. Remove cap screw (8) blade pin lock clip
(7) keyhole plate (6) and shims (5 & 4). Carefully
drive blade pin out of crossbar.

Blade Removal

4. Rotate crossbar and repeat for opposite blade.

Blade Installation
Refer to Figure 12.

CAUTION
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Blade pin
Blade
Crossbar assembly
18ga x 1-1/2 Shim
20ga x 1-1/2 Shim
Key hole plate
Blade pin lock clip
1/2 x 1-1/4 Cap screw GR5
Figure 12. Blade Assembly

NOTICE
■

If blade pin (1) 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.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.

NOTICE
■

Crossbar rotation is counterclockwise when
looking down on cutter. Be sure to install blade cutting edge to lead in counterclockwise rotation.

■

Always replace or sharpen both blades at the
same time.
1. Inspect blade pin (1) for nicks or gouges, and if you
find any replace the blade pin.
2. Insert blade pin through the blade. Blade should
swivel on blade pin; if it doesn’t determine the
cause and correct.

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3. Align crossbar assembly (3) with blade access hole
in cutter frame. Apply a liberal coating of Never
Seez® or equivalent to blade pin and crossbar
hole. Make sure blade offset is away from cutter.

SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

4. Insert blade pin (1) through blade. Push blade pin
through crossbar.

The slip clutch is designed to slip so that the gearbox
and driveline are protected if the cutter strikes an
obstruction.

5. Install shims (4 & 5) over blade pin.
NOTE: Only use enough shims to allow keyhole
plate (6) to slide into blade pin groove.

Mounted Cutters & BB840XP S/N 1127329
& Above (Figure 14)

A new slip clutch or one that has been in storage over
the winter may seize. Before operating the cutter, make
sure it will slip by performing the following operation:

6. Install blade clip (7) over keyhole plate and into
blade pin groove.

1. Turn off tractor engine and remove key.

7. Secure into position with cap screw (8). Torque cap
screw to 85 lbs-ft.

3. Loosen six 10 mm cap screws (6) to remove all
tension from Belleville spring plate (5).

8. Repeat steps for opposite side.

4. Hold clutch hub (3) solid and turn shaft to make
sure clutch slips.

NOTE: Blade should be snug but should swivel on
pin without having to exert excessive force. Keep
any spacers not used in the installation as replacements or for future installation.

2. Remove driveline from tractor PTO.

5. If clutch does not slip freely, disassemble and clean
the thrust plate faces (4), flange yoke (1), and
clutch hub (3).
6. Reassemble clutch.

Blade Sharpening

NOTICE
■

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. Vibration may also cause structural cracks to cutter.
1. Sharpen both blades at the same time to maintain
balance. Follow original sharpening pattern.

7. Tighten Belleville spring (5) until it is against the
thrust plate (4) of the clutch, and then back off each
of the six nuts by 2 full revolutions. The gap
between Belleville spring and thrust plate should
be 1/8" as shown in Figure 14.
8. If a clutch continues to slip when the spring is
compressed to 1/8" cap, check friction discs (2) for
excessive wear. Discs are 1/8" when new. Replace
discs after 1/16" wear. Minimum disc thickness is
1/16"

SLIP CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT

2. Do not sharpen blade to a razor edge—leave at
least a 1/16" blunt edge.

BB840XP S/N 1127328 & Below (Figure 15)

3. Do not sharpen back side of blade.

The slip clutch is designed to slip so that the gearbox
and driveline are protected if the cutter strikes an
obstruction.
A new slip clutch or one that has been in storage over
the winter may seize. Before operating the cutter, make
sure it will slip by performing the following operation:
1. Turn off tractor engine and remove key.
2. Remove driveline from tractor PTO.
3. Loosen six 12 mm cap screws (7) to remove all
tension from the compression springs (8).

Figure 13. Blade Sharpening

22 Owner Service

4. Hold clutch hub (3) solid and turn shaft to make
sure clutch slips.
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compressed to a height of 1-7/16", not including
washer (9). The minimum spring height is 1.36".
See Figure 15.

5. If clutch does not slip freely, disassemble and clean
the flange yoke (1), clutch hub (3), drive plate (4),
drive plate (5), and thrust plate faces (6).
6. Reassemble clutch.

8. If a clutch continues to slip when the springs are
compressed to 1.36", check friction discs (2) for
excessive wear. Discs are 1/8" when new. Replace
discs after 1/16" wear.

7. Compress each of the six compression springs (8)
by tightening the six cap screws (7) and lock nuts
(10). The compression springs should be

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Flange yoke
Friction disc
Hub, 1-3/4 - 20 spline
Thrust plate
Belleville spring plate
10 mm x 1.5P x 50 mm Cap screw
10 mm x 1.5P Hex nut
12 mm x 1.5P x 65 mm Cap screw
12 mm x 1.5P Hex nut

Figure 14. BB600X, BB720X, BB840X & BB840XP S/N 1127329 & Above Slip Clutch Assembly

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Flange yoke
Friction disc
Hub, 1-3/4" 20 Spline
Drive plate
Drive plate
Thrust plate
12 mm x 115 mm GR8.8 HHCS
Compression spring
Flat washer
12 mm x 1.25P Nylok lock nut
12 mm x 65 mm GR8.8 HHCS
12 mm x 1.5P Nylok lock nut

Figure 15. Slip Clutch Assembly BB840XP S/N 1127328 & Below
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

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SHIELDING REPAIR

DANGER
Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the
proper equipment and experience to perform the job.
Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or
heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an
increase in air pressure and result in a tire explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and an extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to the side
— not in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety
cage if available.
Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims, or missing lug bolts and nuts.
Never remove split rim assembly hardware (A) with the
tire inflated.

Rear Band
Inspect rear band each day of operation, replace if
bent, cracked, or broken.

Optional Rubber Shielding
Inspect rubber shielding each day of operation and
replace if cracked or broken.

A

Optional Chain Shielding
Inspect chain shielding each day of operation and
replace any broken or missing chains as required.

SERVICING TIRES SAFELY

DECAL PN 1006348

Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 16)
Figure 16. Split Rim Tire Servicing

WARNING

CLEANING CUTTER
After Each Use

24 Owner Service

●

Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,
crop residue, etc. from machine.

●

Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.

●

Replace any safety decals that are missing or not
readable.
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Periodically or Before Extended Storage
●

Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,
crop residue, etc. from machine.

●

●

Remove the remainder using a low-pressure water
spray.

●

1. Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn
safety decals or near edges of decals as water
spray can peel decal off surface.

●

2. Be careful when spraying near chipped or
scratched paint as water spray can lift paint.

●

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

3. If a pressure washer is used, follow the advice
of the pressure washer manufacturer.
Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged
parts.
Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of
missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of
matching color (purchase from your Woods
dealer).
Replace any safety decals that are missing or not
readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer).
See Safety Decals section for location drawing.

Owner Service 25

TROUBLESHOOTING
MOWING CONDITIONS
PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Grass cut lower in center of
swath than at edge

Height of cutter lower at rear or
front

Adjust cutter height and attitude so
that cutter rear and front are within
1/2" of same height. See Cutting
Height Adjustment (Mounted Cutter), page 16.

Streaking conditions in swath

Conditions too wet for mowing

Allow grass to dry before mowing.

Blades unable to cut that part of
grass pressed by path of tractor
tires

Slow ground speed of tractor but
keep engine running at full PTO
rpm. Cutting lower will help.

Dull blades

Sharpen or replace blades.

Material too high and too much
material

Reduce ground speed but maintain 540 rpm at tractor PTO or
make two passes over material.
Raise cutter for the first pass and
lower to desired height for the second and cut at 90° to first pass.
Raise rear of cutter high enough to
permit material to discharge but
not so high to cause conditions
listed above.

Grass wet

Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Slow ground speed of tractor but
keep engine running at full PTO
rpm. Cutting lower will help.

Rear of cutter too low, trapping
material under cutter

Adjust cutter height and attitude.

Slip clutch slipping

Adjust slip clutch according to
instructions in SLIP CLUTCH
adjustment, page 22.

Material discharges from cutter
unevenly; bunches of material
along swath

Cutter will not cut all the time
(Slip clutch drive only)

26 Troubleshooting

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

NOTES

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Troubleshooting 27

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.
Secure blocking prevents equipment from dropping due to hydraulic leak down, hydraulic system
failure, or mechanical component failure.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.

CAUTION
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.

GEARBOX MAINTENANCE
NOTE: Read this entire section before starting any
repair. Many steps are dependent on each other.
1. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it
runs out the side level plug.
NOTE: Repair to this gearbox is limited to replacing bearings, seals, and gaskets. Replacing gears,
shafts, and a housing is not cost effective. Purchasing a complete gearbox is more economical.

Leakage can occur at the vertical or horizontal gaskets
and shaft seals.
Leakage at the horizontal gasket or seal can be
repaired without removing the gearbox from the cutter.

Seal Installation
Refer to Figure 17.
NOTE: Proper seal installation is important. An improperly installed seal will leak.
1. Clean area in housing where seal outer diameter
(OD) seats. Apply a thin coat of Permatex®.
2. Inspect area of shaft where seal seats. Remove
any burrs or nicks with an emery cloth.
3. Lubricate gear shaft and seal lips.
4. Place seal squarely on housing, spring-loaded lip
toward housing. Select a piece of pipe or tubing
with an OD that will sit on the outside edge of the
seal but will clear the housing. Tubing with an OD
that is too small will bow seal cage and ruin seal.
5. Carefully press seal into housing,
distortion to the metal seal cage.
1.
2.
3.
4.

avoiding

Seal
Pipe or tube
Seal seat
Casting

Pipe or tube must
press at outer edge
of seal.

2. Inspect gearbox for leakage and bad bearings.
Leakage is a very serious problem and must be
corrected immediately.
Bearing failure is indicated by excessive noise and
side-to-side or end-play in gear shafts.

Seal Replacement
Recommended sealant for gearbox repair is Permatex®
Aviation 3D Form-A-Gasket or equivalent.

28 Dealer Service

Figure 17. Seal Installation

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Vertical Shaft Repair

5. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it
runs out the level plug.

Refer to Figure 18.
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the
gearbox.
2. Remove vent plug (24) and siphon gear lube from
housing through this opening.
3. Remove crossbar (see Crossbar Removal, page
31).
4. Remove protective seal (8) and vertical shaft seal
(18). Replace seal (18) with new seal (see Seal
Replacement, page 28).

6. Remove and replace any seal damaged in
installation.

Horizontal Leak Repair
Refer to Figure 18.
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the
gearbox.
2. Remove vent plug (24) and siphon gear lube from
housing through this opening.

Vertical seal should be recessed in housing. Horizontal seal (19) should be pressed flush with outside of housing.

3. If the leak occurred at either end of horizontal shaft,
remove oil cap (20) and/or oil seal (19). Replace
with new one (refer to Seal Replacement, page
28).

NOTE: Distortion to seal cage or damage to seal
lip will cause seal to leak.

4. Fill gearbox with SAE 80W or 90W gear lube until it
runs out the level plug.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.

Crown gear
Gearbox housing
Input shaft
Output shaft
Gear pinion
Bearing
Input bearing
Protective seal
Cotter pin
Snap ring
Snap ring
Shim, 45.3 x 2.5
Shim, 70.3 x 84.7
Nut
Castle nut
Shim, 50.3 x 70.3
Shim
Oil seal (Vertical Shaft)
Oil seal (Horizontal Shaft)
Cap
Top cover
Cap screw 8 mm x 16 (8.8)
Vent plug
Cotter pin
Washer

Figure 18. Gearbox Assembly

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

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GEARBOX REPAIR
Remove Gearbox from Cutter
Refer to Figure 18.
1. Disconnect and remove the rear driveline from the
gearbox.
2. Remove breather level plug (24) and siphon gear
lube from housing through this opening.
3. Remove 9 ga. wire and nut from vertical shaft and
remove crossbar (see Crossbar Removal, page
31).
4. Remove the six bolts that attach gearbox to cutter
and remove gearbox.

Disassemble Gearbox
Refer to Figure 18.
1. Remove plug from side of gearbox and pour out
gear oil.
2. Remove oil cap (20) (to be replaced).
3. Remove snap ring (10) and shim (13) from input
shaft (3).
4. Support gearbox in hand press and push on input
shaft (3) to remove bearing (7).
5. Remove six cap screws (23) and top cover (22)
from housing. Remove gear (1) from inside
housing.
6. Remove oil seal (19) from front of housing (to be
replaced).
7. Remove snap ring (10) and shim (13) from front of
housing (2).
8. Remove input bearing (7) by using a punch and
hammer from outside of housing.
9. Support housing in vise in a horizontal position.
10. The castle nut (15), 9 ga. wire (25), and hub are
already removed with the stump jumper/crossbar.
Remove the protective seal (8), and oil seal (18).
11. Remove cotter pin (9), castle nut (14), and washer
(17) from output shaft (4).
12. Remove output shaft (4) by using a punch and
hammer and tap on top to drive down. Remove
gear (5) and shim (16) from inside housing.
13. Remove bottom bearing (6) by using a punch and
hammer from the top, outside the housing.
14. Support housing upside down (top cover surface)
and remove second bearing (6) by using a punch
and hammer from the bottom side of the housing.
15. Inspect gears for broken teeth and wear. Some
wear is normal and will show on loaded side.

30 Dealer Service

Forged gear surfaces are rough when new. Check
that wear pattern is smooth.
16. Inspect vertical and horizontal shafts for grooves,
nicks, or bumps in the areas where the seals seat.
Resurface any damage with emery cloth.
17. Inspect housing and caps for cracks or other
damage.

Gearbox Assembly
Refer to Figure 18.
NOTE: Repair to this gearbox is limited to replacing
bearings, seals, and gaskets. Replacing gears, shafts,
and a housing is not cost effective. Purchasing a complete gearbox is more economical.
1. Clean housing, paying specific attention to areas
where gaskets will be installed.
2. Wash housing and all components thoroughly.
Select a clean area for gearbox assembly. Replace
all seals, bearings, and gaskets. All parts must be
clean and lightly oiled before reassembling.
3. Insert both output bearings (6) in the housing,
using a round tube of the correct diameter and a
hand press.
4. Slide output shaft (4) through both bearings (6)
until it rests against top bearing (6).
5. Slide shim (16) over output shaft (4).
6. Press gear (5) onto output shaft (4) and secure
with washer (17), castle nut (14), and cotter pin (9).
7. Apply grease to lower seal lips (18) and press seal
(18) over output shaft (4), using a tube of the
correct diameter. Be sure not to damage the seal
lip.
Press in housing so that seal is recessed. Press
protective seal (8) until seated flush with housing.
Verify that the seal (8) is seated correctly.
8. Press bearing (7) into the housing, using a round
tube of the correct diameter and a hand press.
Secure with shim (13) and snap ring (10).
9. Secure snap ring (11) on input shaft (3) if not
already secure.
10. Place gear (1) through top of housing and align
gear (1) and gear (5) so that gear teeth are a
match.
11. While holding gear (1) in place, slide input shaft (3)
through gear (1) and bearing (7). Align splines on
shaft (3) and gear (1).
12. Slide spacer (12) over input shaft (3) and press
bearing (7) onto input shaft (3), using a round tube
of the correct diameter and a hand press.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

13. Slide shim (13) over input shaft (3) and secure with
snap ring (10).
14. Check input shaft end float by moving the input
shaft (3) by hand. If end float is higher than 0.012",
insert shim between input shaft (3) and rear
bearing (7). Repeat until end float is less than
0.012". Check rotational torque by hand. The
torque should be less than 2.2 lbs-inch.
15. Check that the gear backlash is between 0.006"
and 0.016". You should not have to adjust the
backlash.
16. Press in input oil seal (19), using tube of correct
diameter. Be careful not to damage seal lip.
17. Press oil cap (20) on to cover the rear of housing,
using a tube of the correct diameter.
18. Place top cover (22) on top of housing and secure
with six cap screw (23).
19. 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.
20. Remove gearbox from water and dry off with
compressed air. Add SAE 80W or 90W EP oil until
it runs out of side level hole. Tighten all plugs.

Reinstall Gearbox
NOTE: Gearbox is heavy: do not attempt to move without mechanical assistance.
1. Set gearbox on cutter and fasten with bolts and
nuts. Torque bolts to 300 lbs-ft.
2. Attach crossbar (see Crossbar Installation, page
32).

CROSSBAR REMOVAL
1. It is necessary to gain access to bottom side of
cutter for crossbar removal. See BLOCKING
METHOD, page 20.
NOTE: You will need to use either the puller screw
(Item 6, Figure 19) or a small hydraulic jack to
remove the crossbar.
2. Remove blade pin hardware, blade pins and
blades from crossbar.
3. Remove retaining wire from bottom of crossbar
and remove nut and washer.
4. Refer to Figure 19. Attach clevis (1) to each end of
crossbar, using blade pins, spacers, keyhole
plates, and blade pin clips.
5. Position tube assembly (5) with threaded nut
toward crossbar for puller screw removal or down
for hydraulic jack removal.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Figure 19. Crossbar Removal
6. For removal with puller screw, attach tube (5) to
each clevis with bolts (2) and nuts (3). Place pad
(4) in nut and thread puller screw (6) into nut from
bottom. Tighten until pad is solid against gearbox
shaft. For best results, strike head of puller screw
with a hammer while tightening with a wrench.
7. For removal with a jack, attach tube to each clevis
with puller links (7), bolts (2), and nuts (3). Place
jack on tube with end of jack pressing against
gearbox shaft. Slowly apply force with jack.
NOTE: Hydraulic jack will not operate if tipped
more than 90°. Use care to prevent bending crossbar during removal.

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CROSSBAR INSTALLATION

UNIVERSAL JOINT REPAIR

Using emery cloth (220 or finer), remove surface
rust, Loctite® and foreign material from hub,
splined gearbox, vertical shaft, and crossbar as
shown in Figure 20.

1.
2.
3.
4.

Yoke
Bearing cup
Retaining ring
Bearing cross

Figure 22. U-Joint Exploded View

U-Joint Disassembly
Figure 20

1. Remove external snap rings from yokes in four
locations as shown in Figure 23.

Refer to Figure 21.
8. Install crossbar (2) on splined shaft. Install washer
(5) and nut (3). Torque nut to 450 lbs-ft.
9. Install cotter pin (4) (supplied) through gearbox
shaft and slots in nuts. Twist end of pin around nut
(3).

Figure 23. Remove Snap Ring
2. With snap rings removed, support drive in vise,
hold yoke in hand and tap on yoke to drive cup up
out of yoke. See Figure 24.

Figure 21

32 Dealer Service

Figure 24. Remove Bearing Cups

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

3. Clamp cup in vise as shown in Figure 25 and tap
on yoke to completely remove cup from yoke.
Repeat Step 2 & 3 for opposite cup.

pressure with vise, squeezing in as far as possible.
Tapping the yoke will help.
2. Seat cups by placing a drift or socket (slightly
smaller than the cup) on cup and rap with a
hammer. See Figure 27. Install snap ring and
repeat on opposite cup.
3. Repeat Step 1 & Step 2 to install remaining cups in
remaining yoke.
4. Move both yokes in all directions to check for free
movement. If movement is restricted, rap on yokes
sharply with a hammer to relieve any tension.
Repeat until both yokes move in all directions
without restriction.

Figure 25. Remove Bearing Cups
4. Place universal cross in vise as shown in Figure 26
and tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat Step 3 for
final removal. Drive remaining cup out with a drift
and hammer.

Figure 27. Install Bearing Cups

SERVICING TIRES SAFELY
Used Aircraft Tires (Figure 28)

WARNING
Figure 26. Remove Bearing Cups

U-Joint Assembly
1. Place seals securely on bearing cups. Insert cup
into yoke from outside and press in with hand
pressure as far as possible. Insert journal cross
into bearing cup with grease fitting away from
shaft. Be careful not to disturb needle bearings.
Insert another bearing cup directly across from first
cup and press in as far as possible with hand
pressure.
Trap cups in vise and apply pressure. Be sure
journal cross is started into bearings and continue

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the
proper equipment and experience to perform the job.
Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or
heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an

Dealer Service 33

increase in air pressure and result in a tire explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and an extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to the side
— not in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety
cage if available.
Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims, or missing lug bolts and nuts.
Never remove split rim assembly hardware (A) with the
tire inflated.

A

DECAL PN 1006348

Figure 28. Split Rim Tire Servicing

34 Dealer Service

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

ASSEMBLY
DEALER SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from
escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).

Assembly of this cutter is the responsibility of the
Woods dealer. If should be delivered to the owner completely assembled, lubricated, and adjusted for normal
cutting conditions.

WARNING

Complete Dealer Check Lists, page 44 when you
have completed the assembly.
The cutter is shipped partially assembled. Assembly
will be easier if aligned and loosely assembled before
tightening hardware. Recommended torque values for
hardware are located in the Bolt Torque Chart, page
64.

Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar
slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO
spline groove.
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.

DANGER
Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Mounting pin & hardware
A-frame arm
Brace arms
Brace arm mounting hole
Tailwheel pivot hardware
Tailwheel bracket

CAUTION
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.

10

12

6

9
5

4

3
2

1

11

7.
9.
10.
11.
12.

PTO Hanger bracket
Tailwheel
Height adjustment holes
Break link
Clutch shield

7
DP1B

Figure 29. Shipping Configuration
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Assembly 35

Disassemble Shipping Unit
Refer to Figure 29.
1. Position cutter flat and place a block underneath
the rear of the cutter to raise it off the ground.
2. Remove all parts that are wired or strapped to
cutter. Remove parts from manual tube and
hardware that is securing tailwheel bracket (6) and
brace arms (8) to cutter.

ASSEMBLE MOUNTED CUTTER
Install Tailwheel

1. Attach tailwheel bracket (6) to cutter at the
tailwheel pivot holes (5B) using cap screw (13) and
flange lock nut (14) previously removed.
2. Select desired height adjustment holes (10), and
secure tailwheel bracket with cap screws (13) and
flange lock nuts (14). Cutting height adjustment will
be necessary when cutter is fully assembled. See
“Cutting Height Adjustment (Mounted Cutter)” on
page 16.
3. Raise rear of cutter and insert tailwheel assembly
(9) into tailwheel bracket (6). Secure with o-ring
(29), washer (30), and spiral pin (28).
4. Place diagonal brace bars (4) on the inside of
frame rails and attach to diagonal brace mounting
holes (5A). Secure using cap screws (13) and
flange lock nuts (14).

Connect A-Frame Arms
1. Rotate A-frame arms (9) and break link (8) forward
and up.
2. Attach brace arms (11) to the break link (8) using
cap screw (36), sleeve (13), and flange lock nut
(34).

8

11

4.
5A.
5B.
6.
9.
10.
13.
14.
27.
28.
29.
30.

Brace arms
Brace arm mounting hole
Tailwheel pivot hole
Tailwheel bracket
Tailwheel assembly
Height adjustment holes
5/8 NC x 2 Cap screw
5/8 NC Flange lock nut
Washer, .18 x 1.62 x 3
Spiral pin 3/8 x 2
O-Ring
Washer

Figure 30. Tailwheel Installation

36 Assembly

13

34
36

9

DP3

8.
9.
11.
13.
34.
36.

Break link
A-Frame arms
Brace arms
Sleeve, .628 x 1.0 x 1.25
5/8 NC Flange lock nut
5/8 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR5
Figure 31. Brace Arm Connection

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Install Slip Clutch Driveline

escaping the blade enclosure in every mowing
condition. It is possible for objects to ricochet
and escape, traveling as much as 300 feet (92 m).
The optional chain shielding assemblies are ready for
installation when you receive them.
1. Refer to Front & Rear Chain Shielding, page 58
and attach as shown by inserting the bolts from
inside the cutter frame out through the shielding.

1. 12 mm x 1.5P x 65 mm
Cap screw GR8.8
2. 12 mm x 1.5P Hex lock nut
3. Clutch shield
5. M8 x 1.25P x 20 mm Cap screw
6. 5/16 Lock washer
7. 5/16 Flat washer
8. Anti-rotation chain
9. Vent plug/Dipperstick

2. Install hardware as shown in the parts drawing.

Install Rubber Deflector
1. Attach rubber deflector (1) and link (2) to front of
cutter using carriage bolts (3) and flange lock nuts
(4).
2. Insert bolts from inside the cutter frame out through
the shielding.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Figure 32. Slip Clutch Driveline Assembly
A new slip clutch, or one that has been in storage over
the winter, may seize.

Rubber deflector
Link
3/8 NC 1 Carriage bolt
3/8 NC Flange lock nut

NOTICE
■

A grade 8.8 metric bolt must be used to attach
clutch driveline to gearbox.
1. Before operating slip clutch, make sure it will slip.
Refer to SLIP CLUTCH adjustment, page 22.
2. Position the shield (3) against gearbox. Install
shield and torque bolts (5) to 12 lbs-ft.
3. Install driveline onto gearbox input shaft and
secure with bolts (1) and nuts (2).

Figure 33. Rubber Deflector and
Foot Guard Installation

4. Lubricate rear driveline half and install front
driveline half.

FILL GEARBOX
INSTALL SAFETY SHIELDING
Install Optional Chain Shielding

DANGER
Full chain, rubber, or steel band shielding must
be installed when operating in populated areas or
other areas where thrown objects could injure people or damage property.
• If this machine is not equipped with full chain,
rubber, or steel band shielding, operation must
be stopped when anyone comes within 300 feet
(92 m).
• This shielding is designed to reduce the risk
of thrown objects. The mower deck and protective devices cannot prevent all objects from
(Rev. 7/9/2010)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

NOTICE
■

Gearbox is not filled at the factory. Prior to
delivery to customer, make sure gearbox is filled
only half-full with 80W or 90W API GL-4 or GL-5
gear lube. Use side hole to remove any excess oil.
1. Remove vent plug/dipperstick (9) on top of gearbox
and plug on side of gearbox. Use 5/16" allen
wrench to remove plug.
2. Make sure vent plug hole is clear.
3. Fill gearbox until oil runs out the side hole on
gearbox. Use a high quality gear oil with a viscosity
index of 80W or 90W and an API service rating of
GL-4 or GL-5.
4. Install side plug and vent plug.

Assembly 37

ASSEMBLE BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
Install Tailwheel Yoke
Refer to Figure 34.
1. Position pull-type wheel yoke (1) behind cutter with
cylinder lugs offset to the right.
2. Attach wheel yoke brackets to rear deck lugs using
two clevis pins, secure with cotter pins.
3. Attach wheel and hub using 1/2" x 3" bolts and 1/2"
nuts.

Install Attitude Rod
1. Place attitude rod into pivot block in wheel yoke.
The rod is a very tight fit; use care to prevent
thread damage.
2. Loosely install spacer, washer, and nuts on end of
attitude rod.

Install Height Adjustment Device
Ratchet
1. Place one end of ratchet (13) over lug on deck and
secure with pin (4) and cotter pins (6).
2. Attach opposite end of ratchet (13) over lug on
tailwheel and secure with pin (12) and two cotter
pins (6).
Cylinder
1. Place base end of hydraulic cylinder (14) around
lug on deck and secure with pin (4) and cotter pins
(6).
2. Extend cylinder rod, place transport lock bracket
(18) over cylinder rod end and around lug on
tailwheel.
3. Align holes of cylinder rod, transport lock bracket
and lug on tailwheel. Secure assembly using pin
(12) and cotter pins (6).

38 Assembly

Install Hydraulic Hose

WARNING
On pull-type units with optional hydraulic cutting height adjustment, use a single-acting cylinder
with a maximum extended length of 28-1/4" (718
mm) from attaching point center to center.

NOTICE
■ If using a cylinder other than the one supplied
by Woods, make sure a breather fitting is installed
in the cylinder rod end port. Use a restricter fitting
in the base end port to dampen the cutter lowering
action.

1. Install reducer bushing (15) and restricter elbow
(16) in port at base end of cylinder (14). Position
elbow to point toward front of cutter.
NOTE: Make sure there is a breather fitting
installed in the rod end port.
2. Connect hose (17) to elbow (16).
3. Install optional stroke control kit (19) to cylinder
rod. Stroke control kit is used to set cut height.

Install SMV Emblem
1. Align holes of manual tube (20) and SMV mounting
bracket (21) and attach both items to deck using
cap screws (22) washers (23), lock washers (24)
and hex nuts (25).
2. Attach SMV socket (26) to SMV mounting bracket
using two carriage bolts (27) and lock nuts (28).
3. Attach SMV emblem (29) to SMV bracket (30)
using two round head cap screws (31) and hex
nuts (32).
4. Insert SMV bracket (30) and emblem (29) into
socket (26).

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.

Rear wheel yoke
Attitude rod
1.00 x 2.26 Clevis pin
1.00 x 2.72 Pin
Tire & hub
1/4 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin
1 Sch 40 x 3.75 Pipe
1 SAE Flat washer
1 NC Hex nut ZP
1/2 NC x 3 HHCS GR5 ZP
1/2 NC Flange lock nut

12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.

1.00 x 4.08 Pin
Ratchet
3-1/2 x 8 Hydraulic cylinder
Reducer, 1-1/2 x 1/4
Elbow, with restricter
Hose
Transport lock-up
Stroke control kit
Manual tube
SMV mounting bracket
5/16 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5

23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.

5/16 Flat washer
5/16 Lock washer
5/16 NC Hex nut
SMV Socket
5/16 NC x 3/4 Carriage bolt
5/16 NC Flange lock nut
SMV Emblem
SMV Bracket
1/4 NC x 1/2 Round head screw
1/4 NC Hex nut

Figure 34. Rear Tailwheel Installation

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Assembly 39

Install Tongue
1. Align tongue (1) with top holes on the inside of
mast plates.
2. Assemble 3/4 x 2-1/2 bolt (4), 3/4 washer (2), 3/4 x
1-1/8 x 5/8 bushing (18), washer (3) and nut (19).
As shown in Figure 35.

3. Attach attitude rod (27) to tongue as shown in
Figure 35. Secure with clevis pin (9) and cotter pin
(20).
4. Attach H-frame (5) to front of tongue (1) as shown,
secure with clevis pin (7) and cotter pin (8).
5. Raise front of cutter and install parking jack (28) to
support tongue.
6. Attach safety tow chain (26) to tongue using 3/4 x
2-1/2 bolt (4) and 3/4 washer (2).

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.

Tongue
3/4 Flat washer
3/4 Washer, thick
3/4 NC x 2-1/2 HHCS
H-Frame assembly
Drive shaft shield
5/8 x 5-21/32 Clevis pin
3/16 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin
1.00 x 2.26 Clevis pin
5/8 x 5-3/4 Clevis pin
1/2 NC x 5-1/2 HHCS
1/2 Scdl pipe 40 x 3-9/16
1/2 Heavy lock washer
1/2 Heavy hex nut
3/8 NC x 1 HHCS
3/8 Standard lock washer
3/4 x 1-1/8 x 5/8 Bushing
3/4 Lock nut
1/4 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin
3-Joint Drive bearing housing
.062 x 72 mm ID Snap ring
1-1/2 ID Ball bearing
1/4 - 28 x 90° Grease fitting
Hydraulic hose holder
Safety chain assembly
Attitude rod

Figure 35. Tongue and H-Frame Installation

40 Assembly

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.

Rear drive half
Front drive half
3-Joint drive bearing
1/2 x 5-3/4 Clevis pin
3/16 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin
Drive shaft shield
3/8 NC x 1 GR5 Cap screw
3/8 Lock washer
1/2 NC x 5-1/2 GR5 Cap screw
1/2 x 3-9/16 Spacer
1/2 Lock washer
1/2 Hex nut
Clutch shield
5/16 Flat washer
8 x 1.25P x 20 mm Cap screw
5/16 Lock washer
12 x 1.5P x 65 mm Cap screw
12 mm Hex lock nut
H-Frame assembly

Figure 36. Three-Joint Drive Installation

Install Three-Joint Drive

2. Secure with cap screws (3) and hex nuts (4).

Refer to Figure 36.

3. Torque hardware to 175 lbs-ft.

1. Position shield (13) against the gearbox and
secure with cap screw (15), lock washer (16), and
flat washer (14). Torque to 12 lbs-ft.
2. Attach rear half (1) of drive to PTO shaft and
secure with two cap screws (17) and lock nuts (18).
3. Grease forward two inches and all sides of rear
drive. Slide front drive half (2) onto rear drive.
4. Place carrier bearing holder (3) between H-frame
(19) and secure in adjustment hole with clevis pin
(4) and cotter pins (5).
5. Place drive shield (6) over carrier bearing holder
and secure with two cap screws (7) and two lock
washers (8).
6. Install cap screw (9), sleeve (10), lock washer (11)
and hex nut (12) to top hole of H-frame.

INSTALL DUAL TAILWHEEL
BB720X & BB840X (OPTIONAL)
1. Attach dual tailwheel (1) to main frame (2) using
position 5B and desired height adjustment holes as
shown in Figure 37.

(Rev. 4/24/2009)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

1.
2.
3.
4.

Dual tailwheel
Deck, BB720X & BB840X
5/8 NC x 2-1/2 Cap screw
5/8 Flange lock nut

Figure 37. Dual Tailwheel Installation

Assembly 41

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Check chain bracket
3/8 Chain, 32-link
3/4 NC x 6 Cap screw GR5
3/4 NC Lock nut
5/8 NC x 2-1/4 Cap screw GR5
5/8 Flat washer
5/8 NC Hex nut
Mast Plate
Tractor top link bracket

Figure 38. Optional Check Chain Assembly

INSTALL CHECK CHAIN (OPTIONAL)

1. Remove the rear baffle and hardware.

Check chains are used to carry the front of cutter at a
set height. See Figure 38.

2. Replace the two 3/8" carriage bolts that were
removed from each side of the rear frame. Torque
to 35 lbs-ft.

1. Thread check chains (3) through check chain
bracket (2).
2. Attach lower end of check chain (3) to mast plate
(9) with bolt (6), washer (7), and nut (8).
3. Attach keyhole brackets (2) to each side of tractor
top link bracket (10) with bolt (4) and nut (5).

3. Turn the baffle 180-degrees. Secure to the inside
of the two mounting brackets with carriage bolts (2)
and lock nuts (3) that were previously removed.
4. Secure baffle to the brackets attached to each of
the side frames with 3/8 self-tapping screws (1).
5. Tighten all hardware 35 lbs-ft.

RELOCATE BAFFLE
NOTE: Baffle may need to be relocated to the front of
the cutter to prevent excessive blow-out when cutter is
used on a non-cab tractor.

1. 3/8 NC x 1 Self-tapping screw
2. 3/8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt
3. 3/8 NC Flange lock nut
Figure 39. Baffle Installation

42 Assembly

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

NOTES

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Assembly 43

DEALER CHECK LISTS
PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)

DELIVERY CHECK
(DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY)

NOTICE
■

Gearbox was not filled at the factory. It must be
serviced before operating cutter. (See Fill Gearbox,
page 37). 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. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory,
corrections are made, or services are performed.
___ Check all bolts to be sure they are properly
torqued.
___ Check that all cotter pins are properly installed
and secured.
___ Check that PTO shaft is properly installed.
___ Check that gearbox is properly serviced and
seals are not leaking.
___ Check and grease all lubrication points as
identified in, Lubrication Information, page
20.
___ Check that
installed.

blades

have

been

properly

44 Dealer Check List

___ Show customer how to make adjustments.
Describe the options available for this cutter
and explain their purpose.
___ Explain importance of lubrication to customer
and point out lubrication points on cutter.
___ Present Operator's Manual and request that
customer and all operators read it before operating equipment. Point out the manual safety
rules, explain their meanings and emphasize
the increased safety hazards that exist when
safety rules are not followed.
___ Point out all guards and shielding. Explain their
importance and the safety hazards that exist
when not kept in place and in good condition.
___ For mounted units, add wheel weights, ballast
in front tires, and/or front tractor weight to
enhance front end stability. A minimum 20% of
tractor and equipment gross weight must be on
front tractor wheels. When adding weight to
attain 20% of tractor and equipment weight on
front tractor wheels, you must not exceed the
ROPS weight certification. Weigh the tractor
and equipment. Do not estimate!
___ Explain to customer that when equipment is
transported on a road or highway, safety
devices should be used to give adequate warning to operators of other vehicles.

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

PARTS INDEX

BRUSHBULL
Rotary Cutters
BB600X
BB840X
BB720X
BB840XP
TM

BB600X, BB720X, BB840X, BB840XP ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 47
GEARBOX ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 - 49
BB600X & BB720X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
BB840X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
BB840XP FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY (S/N 1127328 & Below) . . . . . . 52
BB840XP REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY (S/N 1127328 & Below) . . . . . . . 53
BB840XP FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY (S/N 1127329 & Above). . . . . . 54
BB840XP REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY (S/N 1127329 & Above) . . . . . . . 55
BB840XP REAR TAILWHEEL YOKE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
BB840XP TONGUE ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
RUBBER SHIELDING (STANDARD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
CHECK CHAIN ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
BB720X & BB840X DUAL TAILWHEEL (OPTIONAL)
W/WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
BB840XP 15" WHEEL ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
BB840XP HYDRAULIC CYLINDER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
BB840XP HYDRAULIC HOSE KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
BB840XP HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STROKE CONTROL KIT . . . . . . . 63

(Rev. 4/24/2009)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 45

BB600X, BB720X, & BB840X ASSEMBLY

46 Parts

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB600X, BB720X, & BB840X PARTS LIST
REF

PART

QTY

1
3
3
3
4
5
6
6
6
7
7
7
8
9
10
11
11
11
12
13
14
15
16
17

———
57122
57046
57084
57050
1024148
57118
57048
57078
57119
57049
57079
57134
57130
57133
1028795
1028796
1028797
57095
66661
57096
12889
12881
———

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
1
1
1

18
15574
19
15575
20
15573
21
15087
22
1386
23
4119 *
24
855 *
25
34279 *
26
4674
27
2370
28
12577
29
15580
30
6697 *
31
14350 *
32
23638 *
33
692 *
34
19025 *
35
67222
36
986 *
37
5621 *
38
854 *
39
11900 *
40
902 *
41 1024670 *

DESCRIPTION

Deck weldment
Rear band BB600X
Rear band BB720X
Rear band BB840X
Bent link, .14 x 9.0 x 7.84
Tailwheel weldment
Right side skid BB600X
Right side skid BB720X
Right side skid BB840X
Left side skid BB600X
Left side skid BB720X
Left side skid BB840X
Offset link, .62 x 3.0 x 21.23 x 11.0
Break link
Link, .50 x 2.0 x 4.48
Offset link BB600X
Offset link BB720X
Offset link BB840X
Sleeve, .64 x 1.0 x 2.6
Sleeve, .628 x 1.0 x 1.25
Washer, 1.03 x 2.0 x .38
O-ring, 3/32 x 1-9/16 OD
Washer cap T160 TW
Wheel hub assembly
(See page 60 for hub breakdown)
1 Sleeve 1.25ID x 1.5OD x .903
1 Sleeve 1.25ID x 1.5OD x 1.86
1 Sleeve 1.0ID x 1.25OD x 5.81
1 1NC x 9.0 HHCS GR5
1 1 NC Jam nut
4 1/2 NF x 1 HHCS GR5
4 1/2 Lock washer
1 1 NC Lock nut
1 3/8 x 2 Spirol pin
2 Washer, 1.62 x 3 x.18
1 4 x 8 Tire w/rim 5" wide
1 Tailwheel clevis weldment
14 3/8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt GR5 (NS)
15 3/8 NC Flange lock nut
1 5/8 NC x 7 HHCS GR5
4 5/8 Flat washer
22 5/8 NC Flange head lock nut
2 Sleeve, 5/8 x 1 x 43/64 HT
1 5/8 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR5
2 1/2 NC x 2-3/4 HHCS GR5
2 1/2 Flat washer
2 1/2 NC Flange lock nut
6 5/8 NC x 2 HHCS GR5
1 Washer, 1.22 x 2.205 x .236

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

REF
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
51
53
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
64
65
66
66
66
67
68
69

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

301130 *
1026542
27542
----2371
24801 *
35155 *
2472 *
1002048
57413

12 5/8 NC x 1-1/2 Carriage bolt, GR5
2 Step pin cat 1-2
2 7/16 x 11/32 Klik pin HT
Cotter pin
6 3/4 NC Lock nut
4 M8 x 1.25 x 20 mm HHCS
4 5/16 SAE Flat washer
4 5/16 Lock washer
1 Clutch shield 100 & 143 MM BC
1 Complete driveline
BB600X, BB720X
57417
1 Complete driveline BB840X
30068
6 3/4 NC x 2-1/2 HHCS GR5
57798
6 3/4 SAE Flat washer
57261
1 12 mm x 1.5P Hex lock nut
57262
1 12 mm x 1.5P–65 mm HHCS
1003828
1 Manual tube
314 † 2 Seal for 1-1/2 shaft
310 † 2 Bearing cone
309 † 2 Bearing cup

2855 * 2
57057
1
1001519
2
1004132
1
1004133
1
1004134
1
24409 * 2
4529
2
57060
1

69
57080
1
70
57099KT
1
70 1003675KT
1
70
19160KT
1
70
19162KT
1
71
32616
2
72
10520
2
73
13946
2
74
32603
2
75
32604
2
76
6100 * 2
77
39323
1
78
15358
1
79
1000623
1

5/8 NC x 2 Carriage bolt GR5
Dip stick
5/8 x 1 x 1 HT Sleeve
Bolt-in baffle 5 ft.
Bolt-in baffle 6 ft.
Bolt-in baffle 7 ft.
5/16 NC x 1 Carriage bolt
5/16 NC Hex nut
Crossbar assembly
BB600X, BB720X
Crossbar assembly BB840X
Blade kit BB600X
Blade kit, Flat BB600X
Blade BB720X, BB840X
Blade kit, Flat BB720X, BB840X
Blade pin
18 GA 1-1/2 Blade pin shim
20 GA 1-1/2 Blade shim
Keyhole plate
Blade pin lock clip special
1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5
Castle nut M30 x 2P
Safety decal set
Complete decal set

NS Not Shown
† Part of hub assembly
HHCS Hex Head Cap Screw
* Standard hardware obtain locally

Parts 47

GEARBOX ASSEMBLY

48 Parts

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

GEARBOX ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST
REF

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

58804

1

Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB600X)

11

57321

1 Snap ring 50 UNI7435

58805

1

Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB720X)

12

57471

1 Shim 45.3 x 2.5 (57471 Kit)

Gearbox, Repair assembly (BB840X)

13

57471

2 Shim 70.3 x 84.7 (57471 Kit)

PART

58806

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

57314

1

Gear crown Z22 M7 (BB600X)

14

39261

1 Nut M30 x 1.5 (BB600X)

1

57315

1

Gear crown Z25 M6.5 (BB720X)

14

57329

1 Nut M40 x 1.5 (BB720X & BB840X)

1

57316

1

Gear crown Z23 M6.7 (BB840X)

15

39323

1 Castle nut M30 x 2

2

--------

1

Gearbox housing

16

57471

1 Shim 50.3 x 70.3 (57471 Kit)

3

57319

1

Input shaft 1-3/4 - 20

17

57471

1 Shim 30.3 x 44 x1 (57471 Kit)

4

57357

1

Output shaft (BB600X)

17

57471

1 Shim 40.3 x 61.7 x 1 (57471 Kit)

(BB600X)

4

57356

1

Output shaft (BB720X & BB840X)

5

57370

1

Gear pinion Z12 M7 (BB600X)

18

39289

1 Oil seal 50 x 90 x 10

5

57359

1

Gear pinion Z18 M7 (BB720X)

19

57318

1 Oil seal 45 x 85 x 10

5

57358

1

Gear pinion Z17 M6.7 (BB840X)

20

57371

1 Cap

6

39263

2

Bearing cup & cone

22

57372

1 Top cover

7

39411

2

Bearing cup & cone

23

8

57338

1

Protective seal

24

1

Cotter pin B 4 x 50

25

2

Snap ring 85 UNI7437

26

9
10

*
57320

(BB720X & BB840X)

*
57057

1 Breather level plug
*

1024670

6 M8 x 16 HHCS GR8.8
1 Cotter pin (B6 x 60)
1 Washer, 1.22 X 2.205 X .236

HHCS Hex Head Cap Screw
* Standard hardware obtain locally

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 49

BB600X & BB720X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

57413

1

Complete 540 Drive assembly

24

57268

1

Outer guard half

1

40574

1

Yoke, 1-3/8 Spline ASGE

25

57269

1

Inner guard half

2

110

2

Cross and bearing

26

57414

1

Shaft asy, male (complete/guard)

3

40764

2

Spring pin 10 X 80

27

-----

1

4

40575

1

Inboard yoke

Shaft asy, female
(complete w/guard) (NSS)

5

40587

1

Inner profile

31

57438

1

Flange yoke

6

40593

1

Outer profile & sleeve

32

57432

1

Friction disc (pkg of 2)

7

40576

1

Inboard yoke

33

57440

1

Hub, 1-3/4" 20 Spline

8

57416

1

Friction clutch 1340, 1-3/4, 20 spline

34

57434

1

Thrust plate

12

40766

2

Bearing ring SC25

35

57439

1

Belleville spring

13

40777

2

Anti-rotation chain

36

57259

6

M10 x 1.5P x 55 mm GR8.8
Cap screw

14

18864

1

Decal, Danger Rotating driveline

37

57260

6

15

33347

1

Decal, Danger guard missing

M10 x 1.5P Hex lock nut w/nylon
insert

16

40778

2

Screw

38

57261

2

17

40767

1

Support bearing

M12 x 1.75P Hex lock nut w/nylon
insert

18

40779

1

Grease fitting

39

57262

2

M12 x 1.75P x 65 mm
Cap screw GR8.8

23

40589

1

Slide collar kit

NSS = Not Serviced Separately

50 Parts

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840X SLIP CLUTCH DRIVE ASSEMBLY

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

57417

1

Complete 540 Drive assembly

24

40590

1

Outer guard half

1

40574

1

Yoke 1-3/8 - 6 spline

25

57267

1

Inner guard half

2

110

2

Cross & bearing kit

26

57410

1

Shaft asy, male (complete w\guard)

3

40764

2

Spring pin 10 x 80

27

-----

1

4

40575

1

Inboard yoke

Shaft asy, female
(complete w/guard) (NSS)

5

40587

1

Inner profile

31

57438

1

Flange yoke

6

40593

1

Outer profile & sleeve

32

57432

1

Friction disc (pkg of 2)

7

40576

1

Inboard yoke

33

57440

1

Hub, 1-3/4" 20 spline

8

57416

1

Friction clutch1340 1-3/4, 20 spline

34

57434

1

Thrust plate

12

40766

2

Bearing ring SC25

35

57439

1

Belleville spring plate

13

40777

2

Anti-rotation chain

36

57259

6

10 mm x 1.5P x 55 mm HHCS GR 8.8

14

18864

1

Decal, Danger rotating driveline

37

57260

6

10 mm x 1.5P Hex lock nut
(w/nylon insert)

15

33347

1

Decal, Danger Guard missing

38

57261

2

16

40778

2

Screw

M12 x 1.75P Hex lock nut
(w/nylon insert)

17

40767

1

Support bearing

39

57262

2

M12 x 1.75P x 65 mm HHCS GR 8.8

18

40779

1

Grease fitting

23

40589

1

Slide collar kit

HHCS

= Hex Head Cap Screw

NSS = Not Serviced Separately

MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 51

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127328 & BELOW

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

57429

1

Complete 540 rpm
Front drive assembly

1

40563

1

Yoke 1-3/8 - 6 spline (540 rpm)

2

40566

2

Cross & Bearing

3

40751

2

Inboard yoke

4

40753

1

Outer profile

5

40765

2

Spring pin 10 x 90

6

46624

1

Yoke 1-3/8 - 6 spline I.C.

8

40727

1

Outer shield

52 Parts

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

9

40728

1

Inner shield

10

40766

2

Bearing ring SC25

11

40777

2

Anti-rotation chain

12

40778

2

Screw

13

18864

1

Danger decal, rotating driveline

14

33347

1

Danger decal, shield missing

15

19811

1

1/2 NC x 2 HHCS GR8

16

765

1

1/2 NC Hex nut

17

40758

1

Lock collar kit ASG.

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127328 & BELOW

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

-----

1

Complete rear drive assembly

21

57276

1

Inner guard half

1

57421

1

Friction clutch

22

57278

1

Male drive half, complete

2

40566

1

Cross & Bearing

23

57279

1

Female drive half, complete

3

40765

1

Spring pin 10 x 90

31

57441

1

Flange yoke

4

40750

1

Inboard yoke

32

57432

2

Friction disc (pkg of 2)

5

40752

1

Inner profile

33

57442

1

Hub 1-3/4 - 20 spline I.C.

6

57274

1

Outer profile, w/sleeve & stub

34

57443

1

Drive plate

12

40766

2

Bearing ring SC25

35

57256

1

Drive plate

13

40777

2

Anti-rotation chain

36

57257

1

Thrust plate

14

18864

1

Danger decal, rotating driveline

37

57263

6

M12 x 115 mm x 1.25 P HHCS

15

33347

1

Danger decal, shield missing

38

57258

6

Spring

16

40778

2

Screw

39

57265

6

Flat washer

17

40767

1

Support bearing

40

57264

6

M12 x 1.25 P Hex nut

18

40779

1

Grease fitting

41

57262

2

M12 x 65 mm x 1.75 P HHCS

20

57275

1

Outer guard half

42

57261

2

M12 x 1.75 P Hex nut

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 53

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
FRONT DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127329 & ABOVE

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

40599

1

Complete drive assembly

7

40590

1

2

40574

1

Yoke, 1-3/8 - 6SP
(complete with lock collar)

Guard, outer half, also includes items
9, 10 and 11 (cut to length)

8

40591

1

Guard, inner half, also includes items
9, 10 and 11 (cut to length)

3

110

2

Cross and bearing kit

4

40576

2

Inboard yoke

9

40766

2

Bearing ring (package of 2)

Spring pin 10 mm x 80 mm
(package of 10)

10

40778

2

Screw (package of 10)

11

40777

2

Anti-rotation chain

Outer profile (cut to length)

12

40589

1

Lock collar repair kit (without yoke)

13

15308

1

Yoke, 1-3/8 - 6SP clamp type

5
6

40764
40588

2
1

54 Parts

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
REAR DRIVE ASSEMBLY S/N 1127329 & ABOVE

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

A

1019870

1

Complete 540 Drive assembly

18

40779

1

Grease fitting

2

110

2

Cross and bearing

24

1019857

1

Outer guard half

3

40764

2

Spring pin 10 X 80

25

1019858

1

Inner guard half

4

1019859

1

Inboard yoke

31

57438

1

Flange yoke

6

40593

1

Outer profile & sleeve

32

57432

2

Friction disc

7

40576

1

Inboard yoke

33

57440

1

Hub, 1-3/4" 20-spline

8

57416

2

Friction clutch

34

57434

1

Thrust plate

12

40766

2

Bearing ring

35

57439

1

Belleville spring

13

40777

1

Anti-rotation chain

36

57259

6

M10 x 1.5P x 55 mm Cap screw GR8.8

14

18864

2

Decal, Danger rotating driveline

37

57260

6

M10 x 1.5P Lock nut w/nylon insert

15

33347

1

Decal, Danger guard missing

2

Screw

2

M12 x 1.5P Lock nut w/nylon insert

40778

38

57261

16
17

40767

1

Support bearing

39

57262

2

M12 x 1.5P x 65 mm Cap screw GR8.8

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 55

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE)
REAR TAILWHEEL YOKE ASSEMBLY

REF

PART

1

1023152

2

1003491

3

46605

4

1631

5

--------

6

1285 *

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1 Rear yoke

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

18 1004814

1

Transport lock-up

24098

1

Stroke control kit

2 Clevis pin 1.00 x 2.26

20 1003828

1

Manual tube

1 Headless pin 1.00 x 2.72

21 1021369

1

SMV Mounting bracket

1

Attitude rod

19

-

Tire and hub (see page 60)

22

6250 *

6

Cotter pin 1/4 x 1-1/2

23

35155 *

5/16 Flat washer

1 Pipe 1 schedule 40 x 3.75

24

2472 *

5/16 Lock washer

4529 *

5/16 NC Hex nut

7

27267

8

1863

3 Flat washer 1" SAE

25

9

3132 *

2 Hex nut 1 NC ZP

10

3489 *

11

11900 *

12

8345

13

1005020

14

10475

1

15

11893

1 1/2 x 1/4 Reducer

16

10290

1 Elbow, 1/4 NPTM x 1/4 NTPM 90°

17

8669

5/16 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5

26

62484

1/2 NC x 3 HHCS GR5

27

16148 *

5/16 NC x 3/4 Carriage bolt

2 Flange lock nut 1/2 NC

28

14139 *

5/16 NC Flange lock nut

1 Headless pin 1.00 x 4.08

29

24611

1

SMV Emblem

1 Ratchet adjustment link

30 1004251

1

SMV Bracket

2

3-1/2 x 8 Hydraulic cylinder

w/1/16 restricter

1 Hose, 156" x 1/4 NPTM x 1/4 NPTM

56 Parts

1

SMV Socket

31

1282 *

1/4 NC x 1/2 Round head screw

32

5288 *

1/4 NC Hex nut

HHCS
*

Hex Head Cap Screw
Standard hardware, obtain locally

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) TONGUE ASSEMBLY

REF

1

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

1

Tongue assembly

17

1257 *

4

Washer 3/4 flat ZP

18

3

8424

3

Washer 3/4 ID 2 OD 3/8 thick

4

30068

3

3/4 NC x 2-1/2 HHCS GR5

5

7668

1

H-Frame assembly

21

6

44637

1

Drive shaft shield

7

8317

1

Clevis pin 5/8 x 5-21/32

8

1266 *

3

2

1023144

PART

QTY

838 *

DESCRIPTION

2

3/8 Standard lock washer

10083

2

Bushing 3/4 x 1-1/8 x 5/8 HT

19

2371

3

Lock nut 3/4 NC

20

1285 *

1

1/4 x 1-1/2 Cotter pin

32347

1

3-Joint drive bearing housing assembly (includes 22, 23, & 24)

22

12128

1

.062 x 72 mm ID snap ring (NS)

Cotter pin 3/16 x 1-1/2

23

13133

1

1-1/2 ID Ball bearing (NS)

2985 *

1

1/4 - 28 x 90° Grease fitting (NS)

9

46605

1

Clevis pin 1.00 x 2.26

24

11

404

1

Clevis pin 5/8 x 5-3/4

25

3443

1

Hydraulic hose holder

19407

1

Safety chain assembly

12

12305 *

1

1/2 NC x 5-1/2 HHCS GR5

26

13

7035

1

Pipe 1/2 schedule 40 x 3-9/16

27 1003491

1

Attitude rod

28

23790

1

Parking jack

14

855 *

1

1/2 Lock washer, heavy

15

1093 *

1

1/2 Heavy hex nut

16

839 *

2

3/8 NC x 1 HHCS GR5

NS
HHCS
*

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Not Shown
Hex Head Cap Screw
Standard hardware, obtain locally

Parts 57

FRONT & REAR CHAIN SHIELDING (OPTIONAL)

REF

QTY

BB600X

BB720X

BB840X

1

1

57143

57090

1023048

Right front chain plate

2

1

57144

57091

1023047

Left front chain plate

3

2

1003645

1007850

1007851

.243 Dia bent pin (front)

5496

5496

5496

5/16–7 Link chain (front)

4

DESCRIPTION

6

1

57142

57088

57125

Right rear chain plate

7

1

57141

57089

57149

Left rear chain plate

8

2

57138

57085

57146

.243 Dia rolled bent pin (rear)

4069

4069

4069

5/16 - 4 Link chain (rear)

9
10

16

6697*

6697*

6697*

3/8 NC x 1 Carriage bolt

11

16

14350

14350

14350

3/8 NC Flange hex nut
* Standard Hardware, Obtain Locally

58 Parts

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

RUBBER SHIELDING (STANDARD)
REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

A

1013208

1

Rubber shield kit 5 foot BB600X
(includes items 1-4)

A

1013209

1

Rubber shield kit 6 foot BB720X
(includes items 1-4)

A

1023042

1

Rubber shield kit 7 foot BB840X
(includes items 1-4)

1

1004129

2

Rubber deflector 31.25 BB600X

1

1004130

2

Rubber deflector 37.25 BB720X

1

1024119

2

Rubber deflector 43.25 BB840X

2

1013214

2

Link, .25 x 1.00 x 28.75 BB600X

2

1013215

2

Link, .25 x 1.00 x 34.75 BB720X

2

1024118

4

Link, .25 x 1.00 x 16.00 BB840X

3

20973 8* 3/8 NC x 1-1/4 Carriage bolt

4

14350

8

3/8 NC Flange hex nut

*

Standard Hardware, Obtain Locally

CHECK CHAIN ASSEMBLY (OPTIONAL)

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

10521

1

Check chain complete

2

7906

2

Check chain bracket, lower

3

18048

2

3/8 Chain, 32-Link and check lug

4

2377 *

3/4 NC x 6 HHCS GR5

5

2371 *

3/4 NC Hex lock nut

6

12274 *

7

3632 *

5/8 Flat washer, standard

8

6239 *

5/8 NC Hex nut

*

5/8 NC x 2-1/4 HHCS GR5

Standard hardware, obtain locally

(Rev. 4/24/2009)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 59

BB720X & BB840X DUAL TAILWHEEL (OPTIONAL)
WITH WHEEL HUB ASSEMBLY

REF PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

57101

1 Dual tailwheel assembly

12

12577

2

4 x 8 Tire w/rim 5" wide

2

12881

2 Washer T160 ETC w/cap

13

855*

8

1/2 Lock washer

3

12889

2 3/32 x 1-9/16 OD O-ring

14

4119*

8

1/2 NF x 1 HHCS GR5

4

2370

4 Washer, 1.62 x 3 x .18

15

1386

2

1" NC Jam nut

5

4674*

2 3/8 x 2 Spirol pin

16

34279

2

1" NC Lock nut

6

15580

2 Tailwheel clevis

17

11854*

4

5/8 NC x 2-1/2 HHCS GR8

7

15087

2 1 NC x 9.0 HHCS GR5

18

19025

4

5/8 NC Flange lock nut

8

15573

2 Sleeve, 1.0 ID x 1.25 OD x 5.81

19

314

2

Seal for 1-1/2 shaft

9

15575

2 Sleeve, 1.25 ID x 1.50 OD x 1.86

20

310

2

Bearing cone

10

15591

2 Wheel hub assembly (includes item 21)

21

309

2

Bearing cup

11

15574

2 Sleeve, 1.25 ID x 1.50 OD x .903

22

15277

2

Wheel hub assembly
(includes items 19, 20, & 21)

*

60 Parts

Standard Hardware, Obtain Locally

(Rev. 4/24/2009)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) 15" WHEEL ASSEMBLY

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

REF

PART

QTY

Heavy hub assembly
(includes items 1 through 15)
Heavy wheel hub with cups
(includes items 6,7,14)
Axle
Seal
Bearing cone
Bearing cup
Bearing cup
Bearing cone
Washer
Castle nut
Hub cap
Stud
Cotter pin
Grease fitting
Nut, lug 1/2 NF
15" Rim for pneumatic tire - 5 bolt -or6.00 x 9 Solid tire,
rim & hardware - 5 bolt -or24 x 7.25 x 12 Aircraft tire,
rim & hardware - 5 bolt -or-

16

1028820F

1

16

1017030

1

17

1028821

1

17

1017026

1

18

1022822

1

18

1017025

1

19
20
21
22
23
-

6100
765
19887
838
835
1015833

*
*
*
*
*
1

-

1017042

2
*

1

1017050

1

2

1017034

1

3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
16

1017033
1017027
1017028
1017036
1017037
1017029
1017031
1017032
1017035
1017038
1017069
1017067
35317
1017088
1017040

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5
1
1
5
1
1

16

1028820

1

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

DESCRIPTION
24 x 7.25 x 12 Aircraft tire,
rim & hardware, foam filled - 5 bolt
29 x 9 x 15 Aircraft tire,
rim & hardware - 5 bolt
12.0 x 6.0 Rim half
(for 24" aircraft wheel only) -or15.0 x 6.0 Rim half
(for 29" aircraft wheel only)
12.0 x 6.0 Rim half w/ valve hole
(for 24" aircraft wheel only)
15.0 x 6.0 Rim half w/ valve hole
(for 29" aircraft wheel only)
1/2 NC x 1-1/4 HHCS GR5
1/2 NC Locknut
3/8 NC x 1 HHCS GR8
3/8 Standard lock washer
3/8 NC Hex nut
29 x 9 x 15 Inner tube
(for 29" aircraft wheel only)
Rim half for 6 x 9 solid tire
Standard hardware, obtain locally

Parts 61

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
3-1/2" BORE X 8" STROKE

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

10475

1

Hydraulic cylinder, complete
(single acting)

2

23540

1

Seal repair kit (includes 2A thru 2E)

2A

^

1

1-1/4 ID Wiper seal

2B

^

2

U-Cup

2C

^

2

3/16 x 3-1/2 OD O-ring

2D

^

2

3-1/2 OD Back-up washer

2E

^

1

Piston seal O-ring

23543

1

Rod housing, 1-1/4 bore

3

62 Parts

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

4

23544

5

11893 1* 1/2 x 1/4 Pipe reducer bushing

6

11975

1

1/2 NPT Vent plug

7

--------

1

Cylinder barrel

8

23549

1

Cylinder rod clevis

9

23551

1

Cylinder rod

*

Standard hardware, obtain locally

^

Included in seal kit

1

Piston

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

BB840XP (PULL-TYPE) HYDRAULIC HOSE KIT

REF

PART

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1

9382

2

1/4 x 156 Hose kit and fittings
(contains items 2 thru 4)

2

10290

2

90° Elbow, 1/4 NPTM x 1/4 NPTF
with 1/16 restrictor

3

8669

2

Hose, 1/4 NPT x 156"

4

11893 2* 1/2 x 1/4 Pipe reducer bushing

*

Standard hardware, obtain locally

BB480XP HYDRAULIC CYLINDER
STROKE CONTROL KIT

REF

1

PART
24098

QTY

DESCRIPTION

1 Stroke control set for 1-1/4" cylinder
rod (contains items 2 thru 5)

2

---------

2 1-1/2" Segment

3

---------

1 1-1/4" Segment

4

---------

1 1" Segment

5

---------

1 3/4" Segment

(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

Parts 63

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.
All torque values are given to specifications used on hardware defined by SAE J1701 MAR 99 & J1701M JUL 96.
SAE Bolt Head
Identification

SAE SERIES
TORQUE
CHART

A

SAE Grade 2
(No Dashes)

SAE Grade 8
(6 Radial Dashes)

SAE Grade 5
(3 Radial Dashes)
MARKING ON HEAD

A

SAE 2

SAE 5

SAE 8

Diameter
(Inches)

Wrench
Size

lbs-ft

N-m

lbs-ft

N-m

lbs-ft

N-m

1/4"
5/16"

7/16"
1/2"

6
12

8
17

10
19

13
26

14
27

18
37

3/8"
7/16"

9/16"
5/8"

23
36

31
48

35
55

47
75

49
78

67
106

1/2"
9/16"

3/4"
13/16"

55
78

75
106

85
121

115
164

120
171

163
232

5/8"
3/4"

15/16"
1-1/8"

110
192

149
261

170
297

230
403

240
420

325
569

7/8"
1"

1-5/16"
1-1/2"

306
467

416
634

474
722

642
979

669
1020

907
1383

A

METRIC SERIES
TORQUE
CHART

A

Metric Bolt Head
Identification

8.8
Metric
Grade 8.8

10.9
Metric
Grade 10.9

Coarse Thread

Fine Thread

Marking on Head

Marking on Head

A

Diameter &
Thread Pitch
(Millimeters)

Wrench
Size

N-m

lbs-ft

N-m

lbs-ft

N-m

lbs-ft

N-m

lbs-ft

Diameter &
Thread Pitch
(Millimeters)

6 x 1.0

10 mm

8

6

11

8

8

6

11

8

6 x 1.0

8 x 1.25
10 x 1.5

13 mm
16 mm

20
39

15
29

27
54

20
40

21
41

16
30

29
57

22
42

8 x 1.0
10 x 1.25

12 x 1.75
14 x 2.0

18 mm
21 mm

68
109

50
80

94
151

70
111

75
118

55
87

103
163

76
120

12 x 1.25
14 x 1.5

16 x 2.0
18 x 2.5

24 mm
27 mm

169
234

125
172

234
323

173
239

181
263

133
194

250
363

184
268

16 x 1.5
18 x 1.5

20 x 2.5
22 x 2.5

30 mm
34 mm

330
451

244
332

457
623

337
460

367
495

270
365

507
684

374
505

20 x 1.5
22 x 1.5

24 x 3.0
30 x 3.0

36 mm
46 mm

571
1175

421
867

790
1626

583
1199

623
1258

459
928

861
1740

635
1283

24 x 2.0
30 x 2.0

Typical Washer
Installations
Bolt

Metric 8.8

Lock Washer

Metric 10.9

Metric 8.8

Metric 10.9

Flat Washer

8/9/00

64 Appendix

Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 3/28/2007)

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
ASABE.................... American Society of Agricultural &
Biological Engineers (formerly ASAE)
ASAE ....... American Society of Agricultural Engineers
ATF ............................... Automatic Transmission Fluid
BSPP .............................British Standard Pipe Parallel
BSPTM ................ British Standard Pipe Tapered Male
CV.....................................................Constant Velocity
CCW .............................................. Counter-Clockwise
CW............................................................... Clockwise
F ...................................................................... Female
FT .............................................................. Full Thread
GA .................................................................... Gauge
GR (5, etc.) ........................................... Grade (5, etc.)
HHCS ........................................Hex Head Cap Screw
HT ........................................................... Heat-Treated
JIC .................Joint Industry Council 37° Degree Flare
LH .................................................................Left Hand
LT........................................................................... Left
m......................................................................... Meter
mm................................................................ Millimeter
M.......................................................................... Male

Bolt Torque & Size Charts (Rev. 3/28/2007)

MPa......................................................... Mega Pascal
N.......................................................................Newton
NC ...................................................... National Coarse
NF ...........................................................National Fine
NPSM..................... National Pipe Straight Mechanical
NPT .......................................... National Pipe Tapered
NPT SWF ......... National Pipe Tapered Swivel Female
ORBM .......................................... O-Ring Boss - Male
P...........................................................................Pitch
PBY ...................................................... Power-Beyond
psi.......................................... Pounds per Square Inch
PTO ..................................................... Power Take Off
QD ....................................................Quick Disconnect
RH ..............................................................Right Hand
ROPS ........................... Roll-Over Protective Structure
RPM ........................................Revolutions Per Minute
RT ....................................................................... Right
SAE ..........................Society of Automotive Engineers
UNC ..................................................... Unified Coarse
UNF...........................................................Unified Fine
UNS...................................................... Unified Special

Appendix 65

INDEX
ASSEMBLY
Dealer Set-up Instructions 35
Disassemble Shipping Unit 36
Fill Gearbox 37
Install Safety Shielding
Install Optional Chain Shielding 37
Install Rubber Deflector & Foot Guard 37
DEALER CHECK LIST
Delivery Check (Dealer’s Responsibility) 44
Pre-Delivery Check List
(Dealer’s Responsibility) 44
DEALER SERVICE
Crossbar Installation 32
Crossbar Removal 31
Gearbox Maintenance 28
Horizontal Leak Repair 29
Seal Installation 28
Seal Replacement 28
Vertical Shaft Repair 29
Gearbox Repair
Assemble Gearbox 30
Disassemble Gearbox 30
Reinstall Gearbox 31
Remove Gearbox from Cutter 30
Servicing Tire Safety 33
Universal Joint Repair
U-Joint Assembly 33
U-Joint Disassembly 32
U-Joint Repair 32
GENERAL
Abbreviations 65
Bolt Size Chart 65
Bolt Torque Chart 64
General Information 4
Introduction 2
Obtaining Replacement Manuals 2
Specifications 4
Table of Contents 3
Warranty
Product 67
Replacement Parts 68
OPERATION
Check Chain Adjustment (Mounted Cutter) 16
Connecting Cutter to Tractor (Mounted Cutter) 13
Connecting Cutter to Tractor BB840XP
(Pull-Type) 17
Hydraulic Connection 17
Interference Check 17
Cutting Height Adjustment (Mounted Cutter) 16
Cutting Height Adjustment BB840XP (Pull Type) 17

66 Index

OPERATION (CONTINUED)
Driveline Adjustment (Mounted Cutter) 14
Driveline Interference Check 16
Shortening Driveline 15
Driveline Adjustment BB8400XP (Pull Type) 18
Installation & Removal of Driveline
(Tractor PTO) 16
Operating Technique 18
Pre-Operation Checklist 19
Quick Hitch Set-Up and Top Link Adjustment
Category I and II 14
Shredding Material 18
Storage
BB840XP (Pull-Type) 18
Mounted Cutter 18
Tractor Stability 13
Transporting BB840XP (Pull-Type) 18
OWNER SERVICE
Blade Service
Blade Installation 21
Blade Removal 21
Blade Sharpening 22
Blocking Method 20
Cleaning Cutter
After Each Use 24
Periodically or Before Extended Storage 25
Lubrication Information
Driveline Lubrication 20
Gearbox Lubrication 20
Servicing Tire Safety 24
Shielding Repair
Optional Chain Shielding 24
Optional Rubber Shielding 24
Rear Band 24
Slip Clutch Adjustment
BB840XP (Pull-Type) 22
Mounted Cutters 22
PARTS
Parts Index 45
SAFETY
Blocking Method 20
Check List
Delivery Check List (Dealer’s Responsibility) 44
Pre-Delivery Check List
Dealer’s Responsibility) 44
Pre-Operation (Owner’s Responsibility) 19
Free Mower Safety Video Order Form 5, 6
Safety & Instructional Decals 10, 11, 12
Safety Rules 7, 8, 9
Safety Symbols Explained 2
TROUBLESHOOTING
Mowing Conditions 26
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
MAN0654 (Rev. 10/19/2007)

WARRANTY
All Models Except Mow’n MachineTM Zero-Turn Mowers
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Date Purchased: ____________________________

From (Dealer): __________________________________________

Model Number: ____________________________

Serial Number: __________________________________________

Woods Equipment Company (“WOODS”) warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship. Except as otherwise set forth
below, the duration of this Warranty shall be for TWELVE (12) MONTHS COMMENCING ON THE DATE OF DELIVERY OF THE
PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER.
All current model loaders and backhoes are warranted for two (2) years from the date of delivery to the original purchaser.
The warranty periods for specific parts or conditions are listed below:
Part or
Condition
Warranted
Gearbox
Seals

Gearbox
components

Blade
spindles
Rust-through

Model Number

Duration (from date of
delivery to the original
purchaser)

All units listed below

2 years

BW1260, BW1620, BW1800, BW2400

8 years

BW240HD, BW180HD, BW180HB, BW126HB

7 years

BB48X, BB60X, BB72X, BB84X, BB600X, BB720X, BB840X, BB6000X, BB7200X, BB8400X,
DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440, TS1680, BW126-3, BW180-3, BW240

6 years

PHD25, PHD35, PHD65, PHD95, 2162, 3240, DS96, DS120, RCC42, RM550-2, RM660-2, RM9903, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, 7144RD-2, 9180RD-2,
9204RD-2, S15CD, S20CD, S22CD, S25CD, S27CD, BW180LH, TC/R74, TC/R68, TC/R60

5 years

RDC54, RD60, RD72, TBW150C, TS/R60, TS/R52, TS/R44

3 years (1 year if used in rental or
commercial applications)

RM550-2, RM660-2, RM990-3, PRD6000, PRD7200, PRD8400, 7144RD-2, 9180RD-2, 9204RD-2

3 years

BB600, BB720, BB840, BB6000, BB7200, BB8400, BW126-3, BW126HB, BW180-3, BW180HB,
BW180HD, BW1260, BW1800, BW240, BW240HD, 2162, 3240, DS1260, DSO1260, DS1440,
TS1680

10 years

Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of WOODS, has been subjected to
improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This Warranty does not apply in the event that the product has been materially
modified or repaired by someone other than WOODS, a WOODS authorized dealer or distributor, and/or a WOODS authorized service center.
This Warranty does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items. This Warranty also does not cover repairs made with parts other
than those obtainable through WOODS.
This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or otherwise transfer this product to a
third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty.
WOODS makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to engines, batteries, tires or other parts or accessories not manufactured by
WOODS. Warranties for these items, if any, are provided separately by their respective manufacturers.
WOODS’ obligation under this Warranty is limited to, at WOODS’ option, the repair or replacement, free of charge, of the product if WOODS, in
its sole discretion, deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this Warranty. The product must be returned to WOODS with proof of
purchase within thirty (30) days after such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered, routed through the
dealer and distributor from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid. WOODS shall complete such repair or
replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the product. THERE ARE NO OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS WARRANTY. WOODS
MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND WOODS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising directly or indirectly from the
product, whether such claim is based upon breach of contract, breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability in tort or any other legal
theory. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to (i) lost profits, business, revenues
or goodwill; (ii) loss of crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for labor, supplies, substitute machinery or
rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.
This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect WOODS’ ability to obtain materials or manufacture
replacement parts.
No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, serviceperson, salesperson, or employee of any company, including without limitation, WOODS, its
authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized to alter, modify, or enlarge this Warranty. Answers to any
questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting:

Woods Equipment
Company
2606 South Illinois Route 2
Post Office Box 1000
Oregon, Illinois 61061 USA
800-319-6637 tel
800-399-6637 fax
www.WoodsEquipment.com
F-3079 (Rev. 3/31/2010)

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.
Under no circumstances will this Warranty apply in the event that the product, in the good faith opinion of
WOODS, has been subjected to improper operation, improper maintenance, misuse, or an accident. This Warranty
does not cover normal wear or tear, or normal maintenance items.
This Warranty is extended solely to the original purchaser of the product. Should the original purchaser sell or
otherwise transfer this product to a third party, this Warranty does not transfer to the third party purchaser in any
way. There are no third party beneficiaries of this Warranty.
WOODS’ obligation under this Warranty is limited to, at WOODS’ option, the repair or replacement, free of
charge, of the product if WOODS, in its sole discretion, deems it to be defective or in noncompliance with this
Warranty. The product must be returned to WOODS with proof of purchase within thirty (30) days after
such defect or noncompliance is discovered or should have been discovered, routed through the dealer and
distributor from whom the purchase was made, transportation charges prepaid. WOODS shall complete
such repair or replacement within a reasonable time after WOODS receives the product. THERE ARE NO
OTHER REMEDIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THE REMEDY OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IS THE
SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE OF THIS
WARRANTY. WOODS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND WOODS
SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
WOODS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential losses, damages or expenses, arising directly
or indirectly from the product, whether such claim is based upon breach of contract, breach of warranty,
negligence, strict liability in tort or any other legal theory. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing,
Woods specifically disclaims any damages relating to (i) lost profits, business, revenues or goodwill; (ii) loss of
crops; (iii) loss because of delay in harvesting; (iv) any expense or loss incurred for labor, supplies, substitute
machinery or rental; or (v) any other type of damage to property or economic loss.
This Warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect WOODS’ ability to obtain
materials or manufacture replacement parts.
No agent, representative, dealer, distributor, service person, salesperson, or employee of any company, including
without limitation, WOODS, its authorized dealers, distributors, and service centers, is authorized to alter, modify,
or enlarge this Warranty.
Answers to any questions regarding warranty service and locations may be obtained by contacting:

©2007 Woods Equipment Company. All rights reserved. WOODS and the Woods logo are trademarks of Woods Equipment Company. All other
trademarks, trade names, or service marks not owned by Woods Equipment Company that appear in this manual are the property of their respective
companies or mark holders. Specifications subject to change without notice.
F-8494 (Rev. 6/23/2005)



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