摘要 |
A cutting mechanism which has an elongated frame defining a cutting side, and which is adapted to be fitted to a mower or the like so that the cutting side faces in the direction of advancement of the mower, includes a plurality of disks rotatably mounted on the frame. Each disk includes at least one cutting blade, and at least one disk may operatively be driven from beneath. A disk protector for each disk is mounted on the frame near the cutting side. A disk drive which is mounted on the frame, is coupled to at least one disk, and is adapted to be driven by an external source for driving the disk. A lateral protection device is releasably mounted to the frame near at least one of its end portions and is operable to shield the disk disposed near said end portion against impact by a foreign object.
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