Tiger COUGAR BOOM 7X30 Service manual

PARTS LISTING WITH
MOUNTINGAND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
JOHN DEERE 7X30
COUGARBOOM
Tiger Corporation
3301 N. Louise Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57107
1-800-843-6849
1-605-336-7900
www.tiger-mowers.com
Current as of 01/17/2012

TO THE OWNER / OPERATOR / DEALER
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious,
safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.
The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly
attached to minimize the chance of accidents.
BEFORE YOU START!! Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in this manual.
Observe the rules of safety and use common sense!
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL! Non–English speaking operators will need to GET
THE MANUAL TRANSLATED as needed!
Warranty Information: Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this manual. Fill out the
Warranty Registration form in full and return it within 90 days. Make certain the Serial Number of the machine is
recorded on the Warranty Card, and form that you retain.

FORWARD
Thismanualcontainsinformationaboutmanyfeaturesof the Tiger mowing
androadsidemaintenanceequipment. Someoftheseinclude:Safetyprecautions,
Assemblyinstructions,Operations,Maintenanceand Parts.Thismanualwillalso
assistyou intheproperbreak-in,dailycare,andtroubleshooting ofyour new
mower.
Werecommendthatyoureadcarefullytheentiremanualbeforeoperatingthe
unit. Also,time spentin becomingfullyacquaintedwithitsperformance features,
adjustments,andmaintenancescheduleswillbe repaid in alongand satisfactory
lifeof theequipment.
Troubleshooting-Please, before youcall,helpus to helpyou!
Pleaselookattheequipmenttoobservewhat ishappening,then:
•Classifythe problem
• Hydraulic,electricalormechanical- Readthetroubleshootingsection
• Tractor orTruck chassis- Contactvehicle dealer
•Ifunable tocorrectthe problemyourself,contactyour localTigerDealer after
gathering:
• Machinemodel _______________________
•Serialnumber ________________________
• Dealername _________________________
• Detailedinformationabouttheproblemincludingresultsoftroubleshooting
AttentionOwner/ Operator /Dealer: Itisyourobligationtoread,andunderstand,
thewarrantyinformationsectionlocatedat thebackofthismanualdenotingthatthe
purchaserunderstandsthesafetyissues relatingtothismachineand hasreceived
andwill readacopy ofthismanual.
Ifatany time, youhavea service problemwithyourTiger mower,Contact
yourlocal dealerforservice andpartsneeded.
MANUFACTURED BY: DISTRIBUTED BY:
TigerCorporation _____________________
3301 N. LouiseAve. _____________________
SiouxFalls, SD57107 1-_____-_____-________
1-800-843-6849 1-_____-_____-________
1-605-336-7900
www.tiger-mowers.com

JD 7X30 COUGAR FORWARD

TABLE OFCONTENTS
SAFETY_____________________________________________ 1-1
Safety Information__________________________________ 1-2
ASSEMBLY / MOUNTING SECTION_______________________2-1
OPERATION SECTION_________________________________ 3-1
MAINTENANCE SECTION______________________________ 4-1
PARTS SECTION_____________________________________ 5-1
Parts Ordering Guide_______________________________ 5-2
PartsTable of Contents_______________________________ 5-3
COMMON SABER SECTION______________________________ 6-1
WARRANTY INFORMATION_____________________________ 7-1
Thissymbolmeans:
CAUTION – YOUR SAFETY IS AT RISK!
When you see this symbol, read and
followtheassociated instructionscarefully
orpersonal injuryor damagemay result.
Tigerisa registeredtrademark.

SAFETY
SECTION
Safety Section 1-1
JD 7X30 COUGAR

JD7X30COUGAR SafetySection 1-2
SAFETY
A safe and careful operator is the best operator. Safety is of
primary importance to the manufacturer and should be to the owner /
operator. Most accidents can be avoided by being aware of your
equipment, your surroundings, and observing certain precautions.
The first section of this manual includes a list of Safety Messages that,
if followed, will help protect the operator and bystanders from injury
or death. Read and understand these Safety Messages before
assembling, operating or servicing this mower. This equipment
should only be operated by those persons who have read the Manual,
who are responsible and trained, and who know how to do so safely
and responsibly.
The Safety Alert Symbol combined with a Signal Word, as seen below, is
used throughout this manual and on decals which are attached to the
equipment. The Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!” The symbol and signal word are
intended to warn the owner / operator of impending hazards and the degree
of possible injury when operating this equipment.
Practice all usual and customary safe working precautions and
above all -- remember safety is up to YOU! Only YOU can
prevent serious injury or death from unsafe practices.
READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the following Safety
Messages. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow
the warnings and instructions stated in the Safety Messages. Always use
good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2)
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in
these instructions, be alert to the potential for personal injury.
The lowest level of Safety Message; warns of possible injury. Decals located on the
equipment with this signal word are Black and Yellow.
Serious injury or possible death! Decals are Black and Orange.
Imminent death / critical injury. Decals are Red and White.

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-3
SAFETY
DANGER! Never operate the Tractor or Implement until you have read and
completelyunderstandthisManual,theTractorOperator’s Manual,
andeachoftheSafetyMessagesfoundintheManualorontheTractor
andImplement. Learnhow tostop thetractorenginesuddenly inan
emergency. Never allow inexperienced or untrained personnel to
operatetheTractorandImplementwithoutsupervision. Makesure
the operator has fully read and understood the manuals prior to
operation. (SG-4)
WARNING! Always maintain the safety decals in good readable condition. If the
decalsaremissing,damaged,orunreadable,obtainandinstallreplace-
ment decals immediately. (SG-5)
WARNING! Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in
such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the
EquipmentusetheTractorflashingwarninglightsandfollowalllocaltraffic
regulations.(SG-6)
WARNING! Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an
approved roll-over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat
belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the
tractor--particularly during a turnover when the operator could be
pinned under the ROPS. (SG-7)
WARNING! DonotmodifyoralterthisImplement. Donotpermitanyonetomodify
or alter this Implement, any of its components or any Implement
function. (SG-8)
!
Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que
si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas
de seguridad. (SG-3)
PELIGRO! LEA EL
INSTRUCTIVO!
DANGER! BEFOREleavingthetractorseat,alwaysengagethebrakeand/orset
thetractortransmission inparkinggear,disengage thePTO, stopthe
engine,removethekey,andwaitforallmovingpartstostop. Placethe
tractorshiftleverintoalowrangeorparkinggeartopreventthetractor
fromrolling. NeverdismountaTractorthatismovingorwhiletheengine
is running. Operate the Tractor controls from the tractor seat only.
(SG-9)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-4
SAFETY
DANGER! NeverallowchildrenorotherpersonstorideontheTractororImplement.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10)
DANGER! Neverallow childrentooperateorride ontheTractor orImplement.
(SG-11)
Do not mount the Tractor while the tractor is moving. Mount the
Tractor only when the Tractor and all moving parts are completely
stopped. (SG-
12)
WARNING!
DANGER! NeverworkundertheImplement,theframework,oranyliftedcompo-
nent unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to
preventsuddenorinadvertentfallingwhichcouldcauseseriousinjury
or even death. (SG-14)
DANGER! Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil leaking. Oil is
expensiveanditspresencecouldpresentahazard. Donotcheckfor
leakswithyourhand! Useapieceofheavypaperorcardboard. High-
pressureoilstreams frombreaks inthe line couldpenetrate theskin
andcausetissuedamageincludinggangrene. Ifoildoespenetratethe
skin, have the injury treated immediately by a physician knowledge-
able and skilled in this procedure. (SG-15)
DANGER! Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a
tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators
manual for proper starting instructions. (SG-13)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-5
SAFETY
WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries
can result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds.
Understand the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before
transporting on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor
steering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine
the safe transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make
sure you abide by the following rules:
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor
with weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet
or rain slick roads, the braking distance increases: use extreme
care and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use
the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be
aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. (SG-19)
Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed
through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate
at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed
when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from
turning over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you
and this equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground.
Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you
have determined are safe and which allow you to properly
control the equipment.
Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics
of the Tractor and Implement. As you increase the speed of the
Tractor the stopping distance increases. Determine the maximum
safe transport speed for you and this Equipment.
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1.
3.
CAUTION! PROLONGEDEXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISEMAY CAUSEPERMA-
NENT HEARING LOSS! Tractors with or without an Implement at-
tached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent hearing loss.
Werecommend thatyou alwayswearhearing protectionif thenoisein
the Operator’s position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db over an
extendedperiodoftimewillcauseseverehearingloss. Noiseover90db
adjacent to the Operator over an extended period of time will cause
permanent or total hearing loss. Note: Hearing loss from loud noise
[fromtractors,chain saws,radios, andother such sourcesclose tothe
ear]iscumulativeovera lifetimewithout hopeofnaturalrecovery.(SG-I7)
WARNING! The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats,
safety shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all
timesforprotectionfrominjuryincludinginjuryfromitemsthrownby
theequipment. (SG-16)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-6
SAFETY
WARNING! Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when
necessary with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners,
worn or broken parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins
areproperlysecured. Seriousinjurymayoccurfromnotmaintaining
this machine in good working order. (SG-21)
WARNING! Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturers instruc-
tions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other chemical
agent. (SG-22)
DANGER! KEEPAWAYFROMROTATINGELEMENTStoprevent entanglement
andpossibleserious injuryor death. (SG-24)
DANGER! NeverallowchildrentoplayonoraroundTractororImplement. Children
can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed. Children can
causetheImplementtoshift orfall crushingthemselvesor others. (SG-25)
DANGER! Never run the tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate
ventilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.
(SG-23)
WARNING! Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the
Implementwhileitisinmotionorwhiletractorengineisrunning. Make
sure the tractor engine is off before working on the Implement.
(SG-20)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-7
SAFETY
DANGER! NEVER use drugs or alcohol immediately before or while operating the
Tractor and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operator’s
alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operator’s ability to
operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Tractor or Imple-
ment,anoperator onprescription orover-the-counter medication must
consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the medi-
cation that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment safely.
NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their
alertness or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the
operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of
drugs or alcohol. (SG-27)
WARNING! Mow only in conditions where you have clear visibility in daylight or with
adequate artificial lighting. Never mow in darkness or foggy conditions
whereyoucannot clearlysee atleast100yardsinfront andtothesidesof
the tractor and mower. Make sure that you can clearly see and identify
passersby,steepslopes,ditches,drop-offs,overheadobstructions,power
lines,debris andforeignobjects. If youare unabletoclearly seethistype
ofitems discontinuemowing. (SGM-1)
DANGER! Thereareobviousandhiddenpotentialhazardsintheoperationofthis
Mower. REMEMBER! Thismachineisoftenoperatedinheavybrush
and in heavy weeds. The Blades of this Mower can throw objects if
shields are not properly installed and maintained. Serious injury or
evendeathmayoccurunlesscareistakentoinsurethe safetyofthe
operator, bystanders, or passersby in the area. Do not operate this
machinewith anyoneinthe immediatearea. Stopmowing ifanyone
is within 100 yards of mower. (SGM-2)
DANGER! AllSafetyShields,GuardsandSafetydevicesincluding
(butnotlimitedto)-theDeflectors,ChainGuards,Steel
Guards, Gearbox Shields, PTO integral shields , and
Retractable Door Shields should be used and main-
tained in good working condition. All safety devices
should be inspected carefully at least daily for missing
orbrokencomponents. Missing,broken,or wornitems
must be replaced at once to reduce the possibility of
injury or death from thrown objects, entanglement, or
blade contact. (SGM-3)
DANGER! OperatetheTractorand/orImplementcontrolsonlywhileproperlyseated
in the Tractor seat with the seat belt securely fastened around you.
Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or Implement may cause serious
injury or death. (SG-29)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-8
SAFETY
WARNING! Extremecareshouldbetakenwhenoperatingnearlooseobjectssuch
as gravel, rocks, wire, and other debris. Inspect the area before
mowing. Foreignobjectsshouldberemovedfromthesitetoprevent
machinedamageand/orbodilyinjuryorevendeath. Anyobjectsthat
cannotberemovedmustbeclearlymarkedandcarefullyavoidedby
the operator. Stop mowing immediately if blades strike a foreign
object. Repair all damage and make certain rotor or blade carrier is
balancedbeforeresumingmowing.(SGM-5)
WARNING! Many varied objects, such as wire, cable, rope, or chains, can become
entangledinthe operatingpartsofthe mowerhead. Theseitemscould
thenswingoutsidethehousingatgreatervelocitiesthantheblades. Such
a situation is extremely hazardous and could result in serious injury or
even death. Inspect the cutting area for such objects before mowing.
Remove any like object from the site. Never allow the cutting blades to
contact such items. (SGM-6)
WARNING! Mowatthespeedthatyoucansafelyoperateandcontrolthetractorand
mower. Safemowingspeeddependsonterrainconditionandgrasstype,
density,andheightofcut. Normalgroundspeedrangeisfrom0to5mph.
Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep slopes,
ditches,drop-offs,overheadobstructions,powerlines,orwhendebrisand
foreign objects are to be avoided. (SGM-7)
WARNING! Avoid mowing in reverse direction when possible. Check to make sure
there are no persons behind the mower and use extreme care when
mowinginreverse. Mowonlyataslowgroundspeedwhereyoucansafely
operateandcontrolthetractorandmower. Nevermowanarea thatyou
havenot inspectedandremoved debrisor foreignmaterial. (SGM-8)
WARNING! Do not put hands or feet under mower decks. Blade Contact can result
seriousinjuryorevendeath. Stayawayuntilallmotionhas stoppedand
the decks are securely blocked up. (SGM-9)
DANGER! Replacebentorbrokenbladewithnewblades. NEVERATTEMPTTO
STRAIGHTEN OR WELD ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY
CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSE-
QUENTFAILUREANDPOSSIBLESERIOUSINJURYFROMTHROWN
BLADES. (SGM-10)
DANGER! Therotatingpartsofthismachinehavebeendesignedandtestedfor
ruggeduse. However,thebladescouldfailuponimpactwithheavy,
solidobjectssuchasmetalguardrailsandconcretestructures. Such
impactcould causethe brokenobjects tobe thrownoutward atvery
highvelocities. Toreducethepossibilityofpropertydamage,serious
injury,oreven death,never allowthe cuttingblades to contactsuch
obstacles. (SGM-4)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-9
SAFETY
WARNING! Do not mow with two machines in the same area except with Cab tractors
with the windows closed. (SGM-11)
DANGER! RotaryandFlailMowersare capableunderadverse conditionsof
throwingobjectsforgreat distances (100yards ormore) and
causing serious injury or death. Follow safety messages carefully.
STOPMOWING IF PASSERSBY AREWITHIN 100YARDS UN-
LESS: -FrontandRearDeflectors areinstalledandingood,
working condition;
-MowerHead isrunningclose toand paralleltothe ground
without exposed Blades;
-Passersbyare outsidethe existingthrown-objectzone;
-Allareashavebeenthoroughlyinspectedandall foreign
material such as rocks, cans, glass, and general debris
has been removed.
NOTE: Where there are grass and weeds high enough to hide debris
that could be struck by the blades, the area should be: in-
spected and large debris removed, mowed at an intermediate
height, inspected closely with any remaining debris being re-
moved,and mowedagain atdesiredfinal height.(SBM-1)
DANGER! UseextremecautionwhenraisingtheMowerhead. StoptheBlades
fromturningwhentheMowerHeadisraisedandpassersbyarewithin
100 yards. Raising the Mower head exposes the Cutting Blades
which creates a potentially serious hazard and can cause serious
injurybyobjectsthrownfromtheBladesorbycontactwiththeBlades.
(SBM-2)
DANGER! Beparticularly carefulin transport.The Mowerhas raised thecenter
ofgravityforthetractorandhasincreasedthepossibilityofoverturn. Turn
curvesorgoupslopesonlyatlowspeedandusingagradualturning
angle. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces. (SBM-3)
WARNING! NeverLeavethemowerunattendedwhiletheheadisinthe
raised position. Themowercouldfallcausingseriousinjury
toanyone whomightinadvertently beunderthe mower.
(SBM-4)
WARNING! The rotating parts of this machine continue to rotate even after the Tractor
has been turned off. The operator should remain in his seat for 60
seconds after the brake has been set, the PTO disengaged, the tractor
turned off, and all evidence of rotation has ceased. (SBM-5)
“Wait a minute...Save a life!”

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-10
SAFETY
Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair
work on the Implement. Place the Mower Head on the ground or
securelysupportedonblocksorstands,disengagethePTO,andturn
off the engine. Push and pull the control Levers or Joystick several
times to relieve pressure prior to starting any maintenance or repair
work. (SBM-6)
DANGER! Always keep a careful lookout and use extreme care when working
around overhead obstructions. Never allow the Mower head or boom
within10feetofanypowerline. Whenworkingclosetooverheadpower
lines consult your electric company for a safe code of operation.
(SBM-7)
DANGER! WhentransportingBoomMoweronatruckortrailer,theheightorwidth
may exceed legal limits when the boom is in the transport position.
Contact with side or overhead structures or power lines can cause
propertydamageorseriousinjuryordeath. Ifnecessarylowerboomto
reduceheightand/orremovemowingheadtoreducewidthtothelegal
limits. (SBM-8)
DANGER! Neveroperate theTractorand MowerUnit withoutanOPS (Operators
ProtectiveStructure)orCab toprevent injuryfrom objectsthrown from
groundorfromoverheadtrimming. Stopmowingifworkersorpassersby
are with in 100 yards. (SBM-9)
DANGER! EachRear Wheelmust havea minimumof 1500pound contactwith
the surface to prevent lateral instability and possible tip-over which
couldresultinseriousbodilyinjuryorevendeath. Widenthewheel
treadandaddweightsifneeded. Refertothemountinginstructions
orcallCustomerServiceifyouneedassistancewithCouterweight
Procedure.(SBM-11)
DANGER! Theflail cuttershaft isdesignedfor standardrotation (same
rotation as the tractor wheels during forward travel). Never operate the
cutter shaft in the reverse rotation. Operating thismower inreverse
rotation may cause objects to be thrown out the front of the mower
head.
DANGER! Always disconnect the wire leads from the mower pump solenoid
before performing service on the Tractor or Mower. Use caution when
working on the Tractor or Mower. Tractor engine must be stopped
before working on Mower or Tractor. The Mower Blades could
inadvertently be turned on without warning and cause immediate
dismemberment, injury or death. (SBM-12a)

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-11
SAFETY
WARNING!
In addition to the design and configuration of this Implement, including Safety Signs and Safety
Equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer also to Safety Messages and operation
instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the Tractor and Equipment Manuals. Pay
close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Tractor and Equipment. (SG-18)
Tiger mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades,
cutter-shafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drive-train components and bearings. These parts are
made and tested to Tiger specifications. Non-genuine “will fit” parts do not consistently meet these
specifications. The use of “will fit” parts may reduce mower performance, void mower warranties
and present a safety hazard. Use genuine Tiger mower parts for economy and safety.
SEE YOUR DEALER
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain components contain or emit
chemicalsknowntothestateofCaliforniatocausecancerandbirthorotherreproductive
harm.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicalsknowntothestateofCaliforniatocausecancerandbirthorotherreproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling!

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-12
SAFETY
002369
HYDRAULICTANK
00725746
INSIDE OF CAB
00769737
MOWER DECK
PARTNO.
LOCATION

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-13
SAFETY
02962764
MAIN BOOM, SECONDARY BOOM, MAIN FRAME
02962765
MAIN FRAME
02965262
HYDRAULICTANK
PARTNO.
LOCATION
00758194
MOWER DECK

JD7X30 COUGAR SafetySection 1-14
SAFETY
02967668
MOWER DECK
03200285
OUTSIDE OF CAB
02971123
HYDRAULICTANK
22645
INSIDE OF CAB
22839
MOWER DECK
PARTNO.
LOCATION