Evh HARDEE MITI MIKE-35 Installation instructions

MANUAL P/N 24548
OPERATOR’S AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
WITH PARTS LISTING
Hydraulic Rotary Mower
Model: MITI MIKE - 35
DANGER
Read this manual and the manual for
your tractor carefully to acquaint yourself
with both machines before operating!
FOR SERIAL #s STARTING
WITH 012436
RELEASED 04/15/16
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MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
Customer Pre-Operation Check List Reference
Read, understand and follow the general safety rules
listed in this manual. Page 2
Check all shields and guards. Page 2
Attach pump to PTO shaft of tractor. Page 8
Add ballast to the rear tractor tires and space them to the
widest setting. Page 8
Add ballast and front weights to your tractor, if needed. Page 8
The Hydraulic and Operational System Setup. Page 9
Working safely with hydraulic lines. Page 9
Check all fluid levels, tractor and cutter. Page 10
Check all grease fittings. Page 12
Service Notice
Please take extra care while servicing the hydraulic system by keeping all openings
properly covered, thus preventing contamination of the hydraulic components.
Contaminants in the oil WILL cause faulty operation or premature failure of components in
the hydraulic control valve, pump, and motor.
Disclaimer
THIS CUTTER IS NOT DESIGNED TO CUT TREES. The cutter is designed to cut grass and small brush smaller than
½” in diameter.
Any modes of operation other than the ones described above, shall void the warranty. Moreover, HARDEE by EVH
Manufacturing Company, LLC does not accept and liability to any person and/or material when the cutter is operated
in violation of the above information.

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Table of Contents Hardee by EVH
Section 1 Introduction 1Replacement 12
To Our Customers 1Routine Maintenance Checklist 13
Owner’s Responsibility 1Section 6 Troubleshooting 14
Purpose Of This Manual 1Troubleshooting Guide 14-15
Safety-Alert Symbol 1Section 7 Specifications 15
Signal Words 1Summary Of Specifications 16
Customer Assistance 1Section 8 Replacement Parts 17-20
Section 2 Safety Information 2Section 9 Reference 21-23
General Safety Rules 2Bolt Torque 21-23
Safety Decals 3-6 Checking Bolt Torque 21-23
Section 3 Assembly And Installation 7Section 10 Warranty 24
Component Identification And Terminology 7
Tractor Requirements 8
Pump Installation 8
Tractor Hook-Up Procedures 8
Hydraulic Hose Hook - Up 9
Hydraulic System And Operational Setup 9
Working Safely With Hydraulic Lines 9
Section 4 Operation Instruction 10
During Operation 10
Daily Start-Up Checklist 10
Operation Environment 10
Application Do’s And Don’ts 10
Using Your Cutter 11
Getting Started 11
Unhook And Post Use Care 11
Unhooking The MITI MIKE - 35 11
Post Use Care 11
Section 5 Maintenance 12
Maintenance And Service Schedule 12
Inspection And Replacement Of Blades 12
Inspection And Replacement Of Blade Holder 12
Inspection 12
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Introduction
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To Our Customers
We, at Hardee by EVH Manufacturing Company,
thank you for buying your new Hydraulic Rotary
Cutter.
We have labored hard to build a mower to do the work
you have in mind. Many hours of engineering, field-
testing and improvement have gone into the design
and fabrication of your mower. We will strive to
continue this quality of manufacturing in the future,
always keeping the customer’s needs clearly in mind.
The best performance of your mower will depend on
you. Proper lubrication, maintenance, hookup,
adjustments and operation are essential for it to give
you long and dependable service. However, as with
any type of equipment, your mower is designed to
perform specific functions.
In this manual, you will find instructions on mower
features, maintenance and operation. If customer
service or repair parts are required, contact your local
Hardee dealer. PLEASE SPECIFY MODEL AND
SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING PARTS.
Owner’s Responsibility
The manufacturer has no control over the ultimate use
of the mower and therefore assumes no responsibility
or liability for damage or injury resulting from the use
of this machine.
The upkeep of the hydraulic mower is the
responsibility of the user. This upkeep includes all
shielding, guards, and safety decals (OSHA
Regulation 1928.57). You can obtain replacement
parts from any authorized Hardee dealer.
Read this Operator's Manual before operating the
mower. Failure to do so could result in injury to the
operator or to others. Remember that most accidents
occur due to neglect or carelessness. The operator is
responsible for inspecting and making repairs as may
be necessary. Cleaning after each use and storage
under a shelter will extend the life of the mower.
Purpose of This Manual
This manual provides information on safety, operation,
adjustments, troubleshooting and maintenance of your
new mower. Please read and follow all the
recommendations to help ensure that you get many
years of service from your new Hardee mower.
If you need additional copies of this manual, please
contact your local Hardee dealer or download a copy
from our website at www.hardeebyevh.com.
Safety-Alert Symbol
This symbol is the safety alert symbol. It
appears throughout this manual to call your
attention to instructions involving your personal
safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow
these instructions can result in injury or death.
Signal Words
Safety signal words are words that call attention to the
safety sign and designate a degree or level of hazard
seriousness. The signal words used throughout this
manual are DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION.
Please read and follow all safety messages that have
these signal words shown for your protection.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
Customer Assistance
The Hardee sales team would like you to be satisfied
with your new Hydraulic Rotary Mower. If for some
reason you have any questions about the information
in this manual or have a problem with your mower,
please discuss the problem or question with the
management of your local dealership. If further
assistance is required, please contact:
HARDEE BY
EVH Manufacturing Company, LLC
Sales Department
4895 Red Bluff Road
Loris, SC 29569
843-756-2555

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Safety Information
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General Safety Rules
This section of your manual will address the safe
operation of your new mower. We at Hardee strive to
produce a machine that is both a quality product and
safe to operate. Please take the time to read,
understand and follow the safety rules listed below
and throughout this manual.
Your safety also depends on you becoming familiar
with the basic operation of your new mower. You can
find complete instructions for this mower in the
Operation Instruction section of this manual. We
believe that using your mower safely, in a safe
environment will give you great results!
DANGER
This machine is designed for use on a closed cab
tractor only! If your tractor has an open cab, then it
MUST be equipped with operator protective equipment
in the form of shielding from thrown objects and Roll
Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to operate this
equipment safely.
DANGER
Rotary mowers have the inherent ability to throw
debris considerable distances when the blades are
allowed to strike foreign objects. The operator must
use caution or serious injury may result. Be sure by-
standers are at a safe distance at all times when the
mower is in use.
WARNING
Always keep your tractor level as you reach over
ditches, etc. Be careful to keep ample distance
between the rear tire and the top of the ditch bank to
avoid a cave-in of the bank.
WARNING
Failure to keep the tractor level may result in loss of
traction, tipping, rollover, property damage, personal
injury or death.
WARNING
Never stand, or allow others to stand next to, or under
the mower head at any time. Never park the unit
without placing the cutterhead squarely and firmly on
the ground. Serious injury or death by crushing may
occur in case of hydraulic failure.
DANGER
Do not look under the mower head or attempt to
remove objects or branches from under the cutterhead
while the tractor is running. Serious injury, loss of limb
or death may result.
DANGER
Do not reach under the mower head at any time.
Mowing blades may cause serious injury, loss of limb
or disfigurement.
WARNING
Never use the mower for a lifting device of any kind. It
is not designed for this purpose. Serious damage to
unit may occur. Serious bodily injury may
be incurred from this misuse.
WARNING
Never allow the mower to impact rock piles, piles of
gravel, steel guardrails or concrete abutments.
Contact with these objects could cause blade failure.
Serious machine damage, property damage or bodily
injury may occur. Check the area for these items
before mowing.
Safety Decals
Your Hardee mower ships with all safety decals in
place. They are located in areas on the cutter that are
potentially hazardous. Please locate, read and follow
the information you find on these decals.
By law, you must replace any safety decals that are
damaged or missing. You can order replacement
decals from any local Hardee dealer. Just ask for part
number 15845.
To apply the replacement decals:
•Clean the surface to place the new decal.
•Peal the decal away from the paper backing.
•Press firmly onto the clean surface.
•Squeeze out any air pockets using a straight
edge.

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Safety Information
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Weight Box - Back
Danger – Thrown Object
(On sheet - P/N 15845)
Danger – Rotating Driveline
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Operating Safety and General
Instruction
(
On sheet – P/N 15845
)
Warning – Thrown Object
(P/N 11005)
Weight Box – Front & Side
USE “Miti Mike - 35”
(P/N 16576) &
Hardee DECALS
(P/N 11032)

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Safety Decals, continued
Deck
Warning – Rotating Components
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Weight Box
Danger – Crushing Hazard
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Hitch Frame
Warning – High Pressure Fluid
Hazard
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Hitch Frame Deck

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Safety Decals, continued
Danger – Keep Clear
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Deck
Danger – Crushing Hazard
Hitch Frame (On sheet – P/N 15845)
Warning – Pinch Point
(On sheet – P/N 15845)
Hitch Frame Deck link (both sides)

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Safety Decals, continued
Danger – Thrown Object
Deck - Front (On Sheet – P/N 15845)
Danger – Keep Away
Rotating Blades
Deck – Rear (P/N 11001)
15852 – Red Reflector, Rear
Weight Box – Front/Back Deck – Front/Rear (Not Shown)
15853 – Yellow Reflector, Front

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Assembly and Installation
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Component Identification and Terminology
AWeight Box IFan- Oil Tank
BDipstick JHydraulic Motor
COil Tank KDeck
DReturn Filter LShipping/Storage Chain
EHitch Frame MPump Stabilizer
FDeck Cylinder NRubber Shielding
GLink - Cylinder OStand Weldment
HExtension Arm PHydraulic Pump

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Tractor Requirements
The Hydraulic Rotary Mower you have purchased is
designed for use with 22 - 34 horsepower, Compact
Tractor. The above tractor must be equipped with a
540 RPM rear power take-off (PTO) and one set of
hydraulic remotes.
Your tractor must also be equipped with a standard
category 1 hitch.
To ensure stability of your tractor, the rear tires
should be spaced at their widest setting. You
should also add ballast to maintain proper
steering control and balance. In addition, you
may also need to add front weights. Please
refer to the operator’s manual for your tractor to
determine the correct setup.
DANGER
This machine is designed for use on a closed cab
tractor only! If your tractor has an open cab, then it
MUST be equipped with operator protective equipment
in the form of shielding from thrown objects and Roll
Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to operate this
equipment safely.
Hydraulic Pump Installation on to the tractors PTO
Shaft
Refer to Figure 1 for reference
9Install Hydraulic Pump on the PTO shaft of the
tractor. Verify that the PTO shaft is fully engaged
in pump.
9Secure the chain from the Pump Stabilizer to
prevent the pump from spinning or sliding off the
PTO shaft of the tractor.(MAKE SURE THE PUMP
DOES NOT BIND WHEN LIFT ARMS MOVE UP
AND DOWN OR SIDE TO SIDE)
Figure 1
Tractor Hook-Up Procedures
9Hook tractor 3-point hitch to cutter hitch frame.
The Miti Mike - 35 is designed to work with a
standard 1 hitch.
WARNING
Before leaving the tractor seat, always engage the
tractor brake and/or set the transmission of the tractor
in parking gear. Stop engine and remove key.
Always make sure that no one is between the tractor
and the mower when tractor is in motion.
9Attach Hydraulic Pump to tractor (PTO Pump).
(See below for instructions)
•Verify that the PTO shaft is fully engaged in
pump.
•Verify that Pump Stabilizer is properly hooked.
HYDRAULIC HOSE HOOK - UP
DANGER
Never use hands or skin to check for hydraulic leaks,
use cardboard or wood. High-pressure oil leaks can
penetrate skin causing injury and gangrene. Always
wear safety goggles when working around high-
pressure lines.
•Attach hoses to the cylinders and tractor
remotes
9Raise jack/remove stands before moving mower.

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Hydraulic System and Operational Setup
IMPORTANT
The hydraulic system setup information contained in
the following pages should be used only as a guide.
¾ Tractor lift should be in good working order.
¾ Check for moisture accumulation in hydraulic oil tank
before operating mower.
¾ Check oil level. If oil is needed, HARDEE special
hydraulic oil, part No. 23333, is recommended.
¾ Hydraulic Pump is Installed on the PTO shaft of the
tractor.
9Verify that the PTO shaft is fully engaged in pump. It
should be tight and secure.
9Secure the chain from the Pump Stabilizer to
prevent the pump from spinning or sliding off the
PTO shaft of the tractor.(MAKE SURE THE
PUMP DOES NOT BIND WHEN LIFT ARMS
MOVE UP AND DOWN OR SIDE TO SIDE)
CAUTION
¾Before mowing, run mower a short time at a low speed
to warm oil. Operate mower head in all mowing
positions to make sure all moving parts are operating
normally.
¾To extend or retract mower extension arm Miti Mike -
35.
Remove pin, side to desired position and reinstall pin in
correct location. (Move Counter weight accordingly).
WARNING
Before leaving the tractor seat, always engage the
tractor brake and/or set the transmission of the
tractor in parking gear. Stop engine and remove
key.
¾To adjust mower head angle, activate deck cylinder (F)
on page (7).
¾Operate tractor PTO speed between 500 – 540 RPM’s
for best mowing results.
¾Refrain from fast speeds over rough terrain.
¾If mower stalls on heavy mowing, raise head to clear
obstruction, and allow it to regain mowing speed.
¾To prolong life of mower, store under shelter, to protect
it from the weather.
¾A stand weldment (page 7) is mounted to frame so
mower may be stored with mower head in a down
position.
Hydraulic System and Operational Setup,
continued…
If you have any questions, consult your local Hardee
dealer.
Working Safely with Hydraulic Lines
Purge all air from hydraulic system before attempting
to raise or lower the mower deck, and extending or
retracting the extension arm.
DANGER
Stand clear if lowering or raising deck, hydraulic deck
can fall suddenly from system failure.
DANGER
Do not use your hand or skin to check for hydraulic
leaks, use cardboard or wood. High-pressure oil leaks
can penetrate skin causing injury and gangrene.
Consult a doctor immediately.

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Operation Instruction
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Operation Instructions
During Operation
WARNING
Ensure that all bystanders are clear of the mower
before starting tractor engine. Objects thrown by the
mower blades can cause severe personal injury or
death.
Before any operation of the mower, be familiar with
the locations and functions of the unit's controls. Being
familiar with the mower and its controls will increase
efficiency and reduce the possibility of serious injury
or damage to the unit.
The operator should work slowly and carefully until he
feels comfortable with the mower. Speed and skill will
be attained much more easily if the necessary time is
spent to familiarize yourself with the mower and its
operation.
Get into the habit of completing a walkaround
inspection before use. This procedure is a simple
method of inspecting your unit's condition by walking
around and looking at each component of the unit,
including the tractor. This procedure has been used by
airline pilots for many years as a final inspection
before flight and is also used by long distance ground
transportation drivers on buses and trucks. During the
walkaround, you will visually search your unit’s tire
condition, look for hydraulic leaks, fuel leaks, inspect
hose condition and condition of hydraulic cylinders.
Look for loose or worn components, see that all
guards are in place, check blade condition, look for
broken or inoperative lights and determine that it is or
is not operable before use. We recommend that you
follow this procedure before start up.
Daily Start-Up Checklist
Check Section
Check All Fluid Levels,
Tractor & Mower, For best
results, use Hardee hydraulic
oil – part number 23333
Page 12
Grease Points Page 12
Blade Tightness Page 12
Operating Environment
Application Do's and Don'ts
There are obvious and hidden potential hazards in
operating this mower. REMEMBER! This machine is
often operated in rough terrain conditions that include
gullies, holes, slopes and hidden obstructions. Serious
injury or even death may occur unless care is taken to
assure the safety of the operator and bystanders in
the area.
Included here is a list of safety messages, which
should be followed. Observing these messages and
using common sense learned from experience help
eliminate the hazards of operating this and other
machinery.
DANGER
Read this manual and the manual for the tractor
carefully to acquaint yourself with both machines
before operating. REMEMBER, power-driven
equipment should be operated only by those trained
and familiar with the operation and instructed to do so.
Working with unfamiliar equipment or in unfamiliar
conditions can lead to accidents.
WARNING
Before leaving the tractor seat, always engage the
tractor brake and/or set the transmission of the tractor
in parking gear. Stop engine and remove key.
DANGER
Never allow riders on tractor or equipment. Falling off
can cause serious injury or death.
WARNING
Worn or dull cutter blades can cause excessive
mower vibration resulting in damage to the gearbox
and structural damage to the mower. You should
replace or sharpen blades in pairs. Excessive
vibration can cause rotating parts to break and fly off
the mower, causing serious injury or death to the
operator or bystanders.
DANGER
Do not modify or alter this machine or any of its
components or any equipment function without
consulting EVH Manufacturing Company.

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Operation Instruction
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Using Your Mower
Getting Started
You will need to spend some time getting the “feel” of
your new mower. Spend time reviewing the following
steps before using your mower for the first time. The
time that you take will greatly enhance your ability to
get the desired results when you begin mowing.
9Attach the mower to the tractor; see the hook-up
procedures on page 8 for complete instructions.
After you have the mower attached, double check
to ensure that no part of the tractor is in contact
with the mower deck.
9Next, follow the instructions for installing the
Hydraulic Pump on page 8 of this manual.
9Check the blades for sharpness. Check the blade
carrier bolts, both blade bolts for tightness and roll
pins.
Danger
Before proceeding, make sure that no other persons
are in close proximity to the mower!
9With all controls in neutral, the tractor in park, the
throttle in idle position and the PTO off… Start the
tractor engine.
9Practice using control valve levers to control the
movement of the mower head.
After you feel comfortable with the basic mower
control, the next step is to start the blades.
9Now carefully engage the tractor’s hydraulic
system to detent position.
9With the mower under power, practice using
control valve levers to control the movement of the
mower head.
9Slowly increase the tractor throttle to a high idle
speed.
9After the mower is running smoothly, increase the
tractor to 540 PTO RPM and adjust the mower
head to the mowing position.
9Release the tractor from park and put the
transmission in low range. You are now in mowing
mode and are underway.
Danger
Do not change the blade rotation direction! Blades
must rotate in the counter clockwise direction.
Caution
You will do severe damage to your mower if you allow
the boom arm to reach the bottoming-out point.
Unhook and Post Use Care
Before unhooking the tractor from your mower, always
clean the unit thoroughly to remove and grass, mud or
debris, this mower should always be stored on a hard
level surface.
Unhooking the MITI MIKE - 35
9To unhook from your unit, first lower the jack
stand to the storage position.
9Lower the deck so that it rests firmly and evenly
on the ground.
9Lower the tractor lift arms so that the mower will
rest firmly on the jack stand.
9Be sure to relieve all hydraulic pressure on the
deck before unhooking.
9Remove Hydraulic Pump from tractor PTO.
9Remove Hydraulic hoses from the tractor
remotes.
9Unhook tractor hitch from 3-point frame on
mower.
Post use care
•Never leave pump hanging down and touching the
ground.

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Maintenance
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Maintenance and Service Schedule
This section is dedicated to the maintenance of the
Miti Mike - 35. As with any piece of equipment, the
performance and life span depends on the proper
operation and maintenance.
DANGER
Never attempt any checks, repairs or adjustments with
tractor engine running or the power take-off engaged.
Adjustment of rotating parts while the tractor engine is
running can result in serious personal injury or death if
the PTO accidentally engages.
Extension Arms
Inject with heavy multi-purpose grease. There are 2
grease fittings on the extension arm tube.
Inspection and Replacement of Blades
The mowing blades on the Hardee mower are
designed and made to exact specifications and should
be replaced with only original Hardee parts. Always
replace blades in pairs to retain balance on the blade
holder. Never weld the blades, as this will change the
temper of the steel. Never modify the blades. Replace
as necessary.
When the replacement of mower blade is required, a
few rules should be followed:
•Replace blades in pairs.
•Inspect bolt holes.
•If bolt holes are elongated, replace blade holder.
See instructions below.
•Mowing heavy brush causes excess stress on the
blade bolts, because of this they will require
inspection that is more frequent.
•When replacing blades always replace bolts, nuts
and roll pins. Never reuse blade bolts, nuts or roll
pins.
Inspection and Replacement of Blade Holder
Inspection
9First, completely extend deck. Rotate mower deck
all the way up. Switch off tractor, secure parking
brake and remove key.
9When inspecting, pay particular attention to any
small hairline cracks between spindle bolt hole
and blade bolt holes. This indicates metal fatigue
from severe abuse and blade holder must be
replaced.
9Blade and spindle bolts and nuts should be
checked daily.

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Maintenance
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Routine Maintenance Checklist
Interval Item
Check
Lube
Change
Comments
Pivot Points •
Grease Fittings •
Blades •Change If Damaged (In Pairs)
Blade Bolts (Blade To Disk) •Change With Damaged Blades ( In Pairs)
Blade Holder Nut •Change With Damaged Blades (In Pairs)
Spindle Bolts (Spindle To Deck) •
Main Frame And Deck Bolts •
Daily Or 10
Hours
Rubber Shielding •Change If Damaged
Hydraulic Return Filter •Change After 1st 50 Hours, Then Every 500
Hours
Weekly Or 50
Hours Hydraulic Fittings •
Tank Breather •
Monthly Or 150
Hours Hydraulic Fluid Level •
Seasonal Or 500
Hours
In Tank And Return Hydraulic
Filters •

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Troubleshooting Guide
Hydraulic System, Blade System, Pump, Motor, Fluid Lines
Problem Possible Cause Solution / Correction
Tractor Remotes not engaged Engaged Remote
Cylinder Will Not Operate
Tractor Remote engaged In Reverse Engage Remotes Opposite Way Or
Switch Hydraulic Lines In Tractor
Remotes.
Improper Relief Valve Setting Adjust Relief Valves To Tractor
Specifications
Head Drifts Back When In
Operation
Cylinder Leakage Repair / Replace Cylinders
Leaking Motor Motor Seal Blown Repair / Replace Seal And Check Filter
For Blockage (Repair / Replace Filter)
Blades Lose Speed In Mowing Improper Relief Valve Setting Check Relief Valve Setting (Call Dealer)
Repair / Replace Relief Valve
Pump Whines Worn Or Damaged Pump Repair / Replace Pump
Improper Oil In System Replace Oil
Requires Hardee Oil Part NO 23333 Or
Comparable Oil With Proper Viscosity
Pressure Setting On Relief Valve Too
Low
Check Relief Valve Setting (Call Dealer)
Motor Whines Worn Or Damaged Motor Repair / Replace Motor
Improper Oil In System Replace Oil
Requires Hardee Oil Part NO 23333 Or
Comparable Oil With Proper Viscosity
Pressure Setting On Relief Valve Too
Low
Check Relief Valve Setting (Call Dealer)
Unit Vibrates Severely Broken Blade Replace Blades, Blade Bolts And Nuts
(Refer to page 12)
Blade Holder Loose Repair / Replace Blade Holder (Refer to
page 12)
Loose Output Shaft Repair / Replace Shaft's Bearings In
Cutter Head Housing
Mower Head Grinds And Roars
When Operating
Worn Bearings Or Improper Lubrication In
Mower Hydraulic Motor Housing
Repair / Replace Components (Bearing,
Seals And Housing) As Required

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Troubleshooting Guide, continued
Hydraulic System, Blade System, Pump, Motor, Fluid Lines
Problem Possible Cause Solution / Correction
Individual Cylinders Leak Down Blown Or Worn Cylinder Packing Repair / Replace Cylinder
Repair / Replace Hydraulic Lines
Oil Flow Restricted Replace In-Tank Filter
Blades Won't Start-Up

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Specifications
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Summary of Specifications
MODEL
Miti Mike - 35
Approximate Weight (lbs.) 740 - Ready To Mow
Blade Tip Speed (ft/min) 540 PTO – 16,000 ft/min
Blades Oval blade carrier
Mowing Capacity / Suggested
Usage Brush up to 1/2” dia.
Mowing Width 35”
Driveline Category 1
Driveline Protection Hydraulic Relief Valve
Hitch Standard Hitch, Category
1
Motor Hydraulic Gear Motor
Reach (center of tractor to
outside of cutter) 9’2” max.
Width for trailering and road
travel 7’5” min.
PTO Operating Speed 540 RPM
Pump Hydraulic Gear Pump
Oval Blade Holder Standard
Rubber Shielding Standard – Front & Rear
Tractor HP/ Weight Required Min. 22 hp. / 1900 lbs.
Hydraulic Oil System Capacity 12 Gallons
For best mowing results, run tractor PTO speed between
500-540 RPM
Lateral mowing positions 85 degrees up or down
Counter weight is manually adjustable in, and out

REV CHANGE BY DATE ECN
IR INITIAL RELEASE C.K.N. 3/1/12 ---
A Add 16335 - Hour Meter C.K.N. 4/24/12 1483
CManufacture Cylinder Change T.B.B. 5/25/16 1655
C
26880
DWG.
NO.
DWG.
NO. 26880
B
DWG SIZE
DO NOT
SCALE
MITI MIKE
SHEET 1 of 2
DESCRIPTION
HARDEE BY
EVH MFG. CO.
LORIS S.C.
R.M.N.
N/A
Manufactured By:
EVH Mfg. Co., LLC
MATERIAL MODELED BY C.K.N. 3/1/12 DRAWN BY C.K.N. 3/1/12
Decimal Dim. to Limits Shown All Holes to be +0 -1/32"
Tolerance Unless Otherwise Specified
All Dimensions in Inches Unless Otherwise Specified
Dimensions in [ ] are in Millimeters
Item Part
Number Qty. Description
1 10002 10 Hex Bolt, 1/4"-20 X 1" Gr.5 Plated 2 10031 2 Hex Bolt 3/8 x 1 gr.5 plated 3 10032 6 Hex Bolt 3/8 x 1-1/2 gr.5 plated 4 10071 1 Hex Bolt 1/2 x 1 gr.5 plated 5 10121 1 Hex Bolt (3/4" X 8" Gr. 5 Plated) 6 10153 8 Lock Nut, 1/4" Plated 7 10168 1 3/4"-10 Locknut (Gr.5 Plated) 8 10175 6 3/8"-16 Locknut (Gr.5 Plated) 9 10176 4 1/2" Locknut (Gr.5 Plated)
10 10182 2 Lockwasher 3/8 plated 11 10184 4 Lockwasher 1/2 plated 12 10200 14 1/4" Plated Flatwasher 13 10202 14 3/8" Flatwasher (Plated) 14 10206 4 Flatwasher 3/4 plated 15 10207 8 Flatwasher, 1" plated 16 10252 5 Cotter Pin 3/16" X 2" Plated 17 10307 2 Category I Hitch Pin 18 10339 2 Pop Rivet 19 10346 2 3 pt. Snap Pin (Lynch Pin) 20 10375 1 Relief Valve 21 10390 2 Clip Pin (1/8 x 2) 22 10393 2 Universal Clip Pin 23 10420 2 Clip Pin (3/16 x 3 3/4) 24 10501 1 FLOW EZY BREATHER 25 10502 1 Reservoir Cover 26 10841 3 QUICK LINK, 3/16' SCREW 27 11001 1 Decal, Danger - Rotating Blades 28 11005 1 Decal, Warning - Thrown Objects 29 11032 2 Small Hardee Logo Decal 30 11727 1 Serial Number Plate 31 11872 2 6-M-NPT X 6-M-JIC 90 Deg. Elbow 32 13675 1 3/4" NPT X 3" METAL NIPPLE 33 13717 1 1" NPT THREADED COUPLING 34 13899 2 #6 JIC CAP 35 13974 1 16-M-JIC X 16-M-NPT 90 Deg. Elbow 36 13975 1 12-M-ORB X 12-M-JIC 90 Deg. Elbow 37 13976 2 12-M-JIC X 12-M-NPT 90 Deg. Elbow 38 13978 2 12-M-JIC X 12-M-NPT STRAIGHT 39 15256 2 Hex Bolt (1/4" X 2-3/8" Gr. 5 Plated) 40 15845 1 Hydraulic Decal Kit 41 15852 2 Red Reflector Decal 42 15853 2 Yellow Reflector Decal 43 15860 4 U-Nut, 1/4"-20 44 16011 1 Fitting,12 R6X-S Swivel Nut Run Tee 45 16012 2 Fitting,12 F50X-S Straight Thread Connector 46 16191 1 16-M-JIC X 16-M-NPT 90 Deg. Elbow 47 16335 1 Hour Meter - not for resale 48 16449 1 HOSE ASSEMBLY 1"- TANK TO PUMP - NOT SHOWN 49 16450 1 HOSE ASSEMBLY 3/4"-PUMP TO VALVE-NOT SHOWN
50 16451 1 HOSE ASSY 3/4"- VALVE TO VALVE -NOT SHOWN 51 16452 1 HOSE ASSEMBLY 3/4"-TANK TO MOTOR-NOT SHOWN 52 16455 1 HOSE ASSY 1/2"-CONTROL TO CYL - NOT SHOWN 53 16456 1 HOSE ASSY 1/2"-CONTROL TO CYL - NOT SHOWN 54 16457 1 HOSE ASSEMBLY 3/4"-VALVE TO MOTOR-NOT SHOWN 55 16460 1 QD BUSHING - MITI MIKE 56 16463 1 HYDRAULIC PUMP - MITI MIKE 57 16464 1 MOTOR - MITI MIKE 58 16467 1 FILTER KIT - MITI MIKE 59 16562 1 FAN FOR HYDRAULIC OIL TANK - MITI MIKE 60 16564 1 3/8"X126"HOSE ASSY NOT SHOWN 61 16565 1 4-M-NPT X 6-M-JIC 45 DEG ELBOW 62 16566 1 4-M-NPT X 6-M-JIC (STRAIGHT) 63 16569 1 WIRING HARNESS - NOT SHOWN 64 16576 2 Decal, MITI MIKE - 35 65 16652 1 PTO ADAPTER 66 16752 1 2-1/2" Cylinder (20-1/4" to 30-1/4") 67 25724 2 WELDMENT, Cylinder Pin 68 26881 1 LINK - CYLINDER - MITI MIKE 69 26882 1 WELDMENT - DECK - MITI MIKE 70 26890 1 WELDMENT- DECK LINK 71 26895 1 WELDMENT - EXTENSION ARM - MITI MIKE 72 26903 1 WELDMENT - PIN - MITI MIKE 73 26906 1 WELDMENT HITCH FRAME - MITI MIKE 74 26920 1 WELDMENT - WEIGHT BOX - MITI MIKE 75 26925 1 WELDMENT - OIL TANK -MITI MIKE 76 26931 1 Assembly, Blade Holder, Miti Mike 77 26932 2 WELDMENT- STAND - MITI MIKE 78 26940 2 FLAT - BELTING - MITI MIKE 79 26941 2 BELTING - FRONT & BACK - MITI MIKE 80 26943 2 PIN - DECK/WEIGHT BOX 81 26944 2 WELDMENT - PIN - MITI MIKE 82 26948 1 WELDMENT - Flat, Pump Stabilizer 83 26954 1 PLATE - FAN MOUNT/SHROUD 84 26957 1 CHAIN - SHIPPING, Miti Mike
B ADD 16652 PTO ADAPTER C.K.N. 9/30/13 1549