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Operator Manual & Parts List MAJOR RANGE OF FLEX WING TOPPERS 12000FW-HD and 18000FW-HD...
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Major reserves the right to modify the machinery and the technical data contained within the manual without prior notice. Further to this, Major assumes no liability for any damages which may result from the use of the information contained within this manual.
Hitching to the Tractor Operating the Machine/Mowing Maintenance PTO Shaft Maintenance Blade Rotation Maintenance Schedule Trouble Shooting Spare Parts - Flex Wing Flex Wing Topper Overview 12000FW-HD and 18000FW-HD body assembly 12000FW-HD wing 18000FW-HD wing Castor wheel Blade Systems Gearboxes Flex Wing Hydraulics...
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EN ISO 13857 - Safety of machinery: Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs. I certify on behalf of Major Equipment Int. Ltd., that this machine when properly installed and operated correctly, complies with all the essential Health & Safety requirements of all legislation referred to above.
Machine Serial Numbers If you need to contact MAJOR or your MAJOR dealer for information on servicing or spare parts, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Model and Serial number can be found on the Serial Plate located on the machine.
Slips and falls often result from: 1. Slippery footing on the ground 2. Cluttered steps and work platforms. The potential for slips and falls can be greatly reduced by using good judgement and practicing good housekeeping on and around equipment. www.major-equipment.com...
Operating Safely This MAJOR machine is designed to operate at a PTO rate which is stated in the Product Specifications part of this booklet. Ensure tractor PTO output is set at a correct RPM rate. This MAJOR machine must only be used for purposes outlined in the Intended Use section of this booklet.
4. It is mandatory to read all the safety requirements and the operator’s manual of the machine. 5. If you are not sure how to use the machine, please contact the manufacturer or the dealer. www.major-equipment.com...
7. Ensure safety guards and flaps are in place at all times where fitted. 8. Due to the corrosive nature of grass when cut, wash down the machine when finished mowing, especially when the machine is being stored for a long period of time. www.major-equipment.com...
4. Ensure shear-bolt safery device is fitted on hte machine PTO shaft and not the tractor PTO, as shown on the PTO shaft guarding. 5. Ensure PTO check chains are anchored to prevent PTO guarding from rotating. 6. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the appropriate connection. www.major-equipment.com...
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Mowing Position 1. The MAJOR Topper is designed to operate at a max 540 rpm. Always operate on level ground when connecting / disconnecting the implement. This will prevent dangerous movement. 2. Never allow anyone to stand between the tractor and the topper. Ensure the machine is hitched correctly to the tractor as previously described 3.
Never place limbs under the machine while rotors are turning. Rotors can remain turning for up to 1 minute after disengaging PTO. Ensure drawbar ram is fully extended before operating PTO. This MAJOR topper is designed to operate at 540 RPM. Ensure tractor PTO output is set at 540 RPM.
Shearbolt Replacement 1. Slide yoke shield back. 2. Drive out sheared bolt with hammer and punch. 3. Align holes and install new shear bolt. (Use only genuine MAJOR replacement shear bolts. M8X50 BZP -8.8) 4. Slide yoke shield securely in place Fit PTO shaft with the shearbolt end connected to the Topper as directed on the PTO guarding.
Replace seal or use a sealant on outside diameter Gearbox leaking Oil seal not sealing in the housing of seal Oil level too high Drain oil to proper level Hole in gearbox Replace the gearbox Gasket damaged Replace gasket Bolts loose Tighten bolts www.major-equipment.com...
OVERLAP BLADE NTSB12C BLADE BACK SPACER 12T-BBS OVERLAP BLADE BUSH 12T-LBB MACHINE 2 clockwise 12000FW-HD 2 anti clockwise 3 clockwise, 18000FW-HD 3 anti clockwise) PRO-CUT BLADE SYSTEMS - 951V2-D-BR on all Flex Wing models from January 2011 Item Part No...
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2 clockwise 12000FW-HD 2 anti clockwise 3 clockwise, 18000FW-HD 3 anti clockwise) on all on all 12ft Flex Wing (12000FW-HD) and 18ft Flex Wing (18000FW-HD) Models prior to April OLDER BLADE SYSTEMS - 2009 Item Part No Description 1/2F 1/2” Nyloc Nut...
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Warranty: This machine is guaranteed for 12 months. No warranty is given where the machine is being used as a hire machine. Warranty is against faulty workmanship or parts, with the exception of components not of MAJOR’S manufacture or design, i.e.
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HEAD OFFICE UK OFFICE Netherlands & Germany OFFICE Major Equipment Intl Ltd Major Equipment Ltd Major Equipment Intl Ltd Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo Major Ind. Estate, Heysham, Postbus 29, NL-7700 AA Ireland Lancs, LA3 3JJ, UK Dedemsvaart, Nederland Tel: +353 (0) 9496 30572...
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