Spearhead Q15S Handbook & Parts Manual

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Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s
Q15S, Q18S & Q21S
Flail Mowers
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Edition – July 2014
Part No. 8999014
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  • Page 1 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Q15S, Q18S & Q21S Flail Mowers Edition – July 2014 Part No. 8999014 1 1 1 1...
  • Page 2 VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION VERIFICATION It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with Spearhead Machinery Limited before delivery to the end user – failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
  • Page 3 1.02. All spare parts supplied by Spearhead Machinery Limited are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 6 months.
  • Page 4 Machinery web site and confirms the registration to the purchaser by completing the confirmation form in the operator’s manual. 2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised Spearhead Machinery dealer as soon as it occurs. Continued use of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for which Spearhead Machinery Ltd cannot be held liable.
  • Page 5 Conforming to E Machinery Machinery Directive Directive 2006/42 2006/42/ / / / EC 2006/42 2006/42 We, Spearhead Machinery Ltd, Green View, Salford Priors, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW hereby declare that: Product Product Product Product ……………………………………………..………………………… Product Code Product Code Product Code Product Code ……………………………………………..…………………………...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Contents Contents Contents Contents Safety Introduction Safety First Tractor Requirements Attaching To The Tractor Setting Up & Adjustment Front Linkage Mounting Operation Rotor Care Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance...
  • Page 7: Safety

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Safety • Never operate the machine with other people present, as it is possible for debris, including stones, to be discharged from the front and rear of the flail hood. • Always ensure all cab safety guards are in place and all tractor windows closed.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Introduction Introduction Introduction Introduction The Spearhead Q15S, Q18S and Q21S are robust high capacity flail mowers that are easy to operate and maintain, but to ensure trouble-free operation this manual should be carefully studied. Safety Safety First...
  • Page 9: Attaching To The Tractor

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Attaching To The Tractor Attaching To The Tractor Attaching To The Tractor Attaching To The Tractor Fit the machine to the tractor linkage in the standard way, ensuring the correct match of linkage (CAT 1 pins). Check that the top link is in good order and threads are well lubricated, (as fine adjustment to height of cut is regulated by the top link).
  • Page 10: Setting Up & Adjustment

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Setting Up & Adjustment Setting Up & Adjustment Setting Up & Adjustment Setting Up & Adjustment Height Adjustment Height Adjustment Height Adjustment Height Adjustment To achieve major adjustment to height of cut; reposition the two side plates attached to the rear roller.
  • Page 11: Front Linkage Mounting

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Front Linkage Mounting Front Linkage Mounting Front Linkage Mounting Front Linkage Mounting Simply remove the clamping bolts and revolve the ‘A’ frame through 180 degrees so the linkage mounting pins are facing the rear of the mower. It is recommended the slotted hole in the top link bracket is used when mounting onto the front linkage, this allows the front of the mower to float over obstacles more easily.
  • Page 12: Operation

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Operation Operation Operation Operation Engage the PTO only when the tractor engine is at low revs to prevent shock damage to machine. Slowly increase the engine revs to achieve the standard 540 rpm PTO speed.
  • Page 13: Rotor Care

    PTO speeds. Remember, the rotor is highly complex and expensive to manufacture, please treat with care and enjoy the benefits of the Spearhead Rotor. Warning Rotor is balanced to be run at PTO speed, do not operate above or below this speed.
  • Page 14: Servicing & Maintenance

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance Servicing & Maintenance Gearbox Gearbox Gearbox Gearbox • Before first use check gearbox oil level, thereafter check every 8 hours. • After the first 50 hours drain and replace the gearbox oil, thereafter annually.
  • Page 15: Greasing

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s • When flails are showing severe wear, damage or cracking, they must be replaced immediately. Never attempt to weld the flails, as this will make them very brittle, thus extremely dangerous. Do not take risks with the cutting flails, if in doubt replace.
  • Page 16: Skids

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s • Check the condition of drive belts, ensuring they are aligned and properly tensioned to avoid any unnecessary belt wear. • Remove both guards for access when tensioning belts, ensure belts are running in line after adjustment.
  • Page 17: Storage

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Storage Storage Storage Storage At the end of the season before storing, thoroughly wash the machine off, removing all traces of grass and dirt. Great care must be taken when washing with high- pressure hoses, do not hold the water jet close to the paintwork. Use steam cleaners with caution and be sure to remove all detergents to avoid any discoloring or damage to paint.
  • Page 18: Torque Setting

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Torque Settings Torque Settings Torque Settings Torque Settings The torque figures given are recommended maximum settings only Size: Tensile strength: Description: Torque setting: 12.9 Pulley clamps General fasteners General fasteners Roller plate bolts 10.9 Flail bolts...
  • Page 19: Parts Ordering

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s When ordering parts please refer to your parts list to help your dealer with your order. Part number and quantity Description Machine model number Serial number of the machine Delivery instructions (e.g. next day). Delivery is normally via carrier direct to your dealer. Please check with your dealer for stock availability and arrangement of dispatch.
  • Page 20: Main Body Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly...
  • Page 21 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1771532B 1.5M MAIN BODY Q15S, Q18S & Q21S 1771538B 1.8M MAIN BODY 1771584B 2.1M MAIN BODY 5770010 GEARBOX 4770860EC...
  • Page 22 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly...
  • Page 23 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly Main Body Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1771531 RETAINING STRIP 1.8M 1771572 RETAINING STRIP 2.1M 1771530 SKID 2770509 SCREW 07.262.03 END CAP 1771509R RAM GUARD RH...
  • Page 24: Rotor & Roller Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly...
  • Page 25 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly Rotor & Roller Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION SA00092 ROTOR ASSEMBLY 1.5M SA00102 ROTOR ASSEMBLY 1.8M Q15S, Q18S & Q21S SA00103 ROTOR ASSEMBLY 2.1M 7770715 TWISTED FLAIL (1.5X48, 1.8X60, 2.1X75)
  • Page 26: Headstock Assembly May 2000

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly...
  • Page 27 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly Headstock Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1771524A HEADSTOCK – POST MAY 2000 Q15S, Q18S & Q21S 1771573 HEADSTOCK REAR LINK 1771503A HEADSTOCK CLAMP 2770517 FLAT WASHER 2770409 8777516 END CAP...
  • Page 28: Input P.t.o. Shaft Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly...
  • Page 29 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly P.T.O. Shaft Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 5770069 P.T.O SHAFT ASSEMBLY 5772259 COMPLETE GUARD 5771020 RETAINING CHAIN 5770112 YOKE 5771023 RELEASE BUTTON 5770113 CROSS JOURNAL 5772273...
  • Page 30: Cross Shaft Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Cross Shaft Assembly Cross Shaft Assembly 5770529 5770529 - - - - Q15S/Q18S Q15S/Q18S Cross Shaft Assembly Cross Shaft Assembly 5770529 5770529 Q15S/Q18S Q15S/Q18S REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION. 5770529 CROSS SHAFT - Q15S/Q18S 5770529.01 YOKE - GEARBOX END 5770529.02...
  • Page 31 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Cross Shaft Assembly Cross Shaft Assembly Cross Shaft Assembly Cross Shaft Assembly 5770531 5770531 5770531 - - - - Q21S 5770531 Q21S Q21S Q21S REF NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION. 5770531 CROSS SHAFT - Q21S 5770529.01 YOKE - GEARBOX END 5770529.02...
  • Page 32: Gearbox Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly...
  • Page 33 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly Gearbox Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q15S, Q18S & Q21S 5770010 GEARBOX ASSEMBLY 5777201 COVER GASKET 2770402 COVER BOLT SHAFT 4777205 BEARING 4771620 BEARING 4771506 OIL SEAL 4777201 BEARING...
  • Page 34: Stickers Assembly

    Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly...
  • Page 35 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION Q15S, Q18S & Q21S 8770357 ‘KEEP SAFE DISTANCE WHEN MACHINE IS RUNNING’ STICKER 8770356 ‘DO NOT REMOVE/OPEN GUARD’ STICKER 8770358 ‘SHUT OFF ENGINE, REMOVE KEY’ STICKER 8770360 ‘STAY CLEAR OF MOWER FLAILS’...
  • Page 36 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly...
  • Page 37 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly Sticker Assembly REF. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 8770346 ‘CHECK – CHAINS’ STICKER 8770307 ‘MANUFACTURED IN GREAT BRITAIN’ STICKER 8770340 ‘READ MANUAL’ STICKER 8770305 ‘RECOMMENDED PTO SPEED 540 RPM’ STICKER 8770341...
  • Page 38 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s...
  • Page 39 Spearhead Q15s, Q18s & Q21s Spearhead Machinery Green View, Salford Priors, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW Tel: 01789 491860 Fax: 01789 778683 www.spearheadmachinery.com enquiries@spearheadmachinery.com...

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