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- Page 1 STARCUT 300 STARCUT 300 Edition 1 – June 2012 Part No. 8999062...
- Page 2 STARCUT 300 Spearhead STARCUT 300 Handbook Edition 1 – June 2012 Part No. 8999062 Please ensure that this manual is handed to the operator before using the machine for the first time. The operator must fully understand the contents of this manual before using this machine.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
STARCUT 300 Contents EC Declaration..................... 4 Important Safety................... 5 Safety Stickers..................... 6 Introduction....................7 Specification....................8 Attaching To The Tractor................9 Setting Up & Adjustments – Height.............. 10 Machine Protection..................11 Operation...................... 12 Transportation....................12 Servicing & Maintenance Safety First....................13 Torque Settings..................... -
Page 4: Ec Declaration
STARCUT 300 CE Declaration of Conformity, Conforming to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC We, Spearhead Machinery Ltd, Green View, Salford Priors, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW hereby declare that: Product ……………………………………………..………………………… Product Code ……………………………………………..………………………… Serial No ……………………………………………..……..…………………. Type ……………………………………………..………………………… Manufactured by: Alamo Manufacturing Services (UK) Limited, Station... -
Page 5: Important Safety
STARCUT 300 Important 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 6: Safety Stickers
STARCUT 300 Safety Warning Warning Stay clear of mower blade Shut off engine and remove as long as engine is key before performing running. maintenance or repair work. Warning Warning Danger – flying objects Check all nuts are tight keep safe distance from every 8 hours. -
Page 7: Introduction
STARCUT 300 Introduction The Spearhead Starcut 300 is a very robust high capacity Rotary Cutter that is easy to operate and maintain, but to ensure trouble-free operation this manual should be carefully studied. Safety First Do not start the machine until you fully understand operation and safety precaution requirements. -
Page 8: Specification
STARCUT 300 Specification Cutting width 2.9m Overall width 3.0m Transport width 3.0m Weight 900kg Number of Rotors Blades 4 or 12 Blade overlap 80mm Blade tip speed 85m/sec Splitter gearbox rating 175hp Rotor gearbox rating 116hp Gearbox oil EP90 API GL-5... -
Page 9: Attaching To The Tractor
STARCUT 300 Attaching To The Tractor Fit the machine to the tractor linkage in the standard way, ensuring the correct match of linkage (CAT 2 pins). Check that the top link is in good order and threads are well lubricated. Use stabilisers to take any free movement out of lower link arms. -
Page 10: Setting Up & Adjustments - Height
STARCUT 300 Setting Up & Adjustment Height Cutting height adjustment is achieved by raising or lowering the wheels. Lowering the wheels produces a longer cut, raising the wheels leaves a shorter cut. Always set machine level front to rear and side to side. -
Page 11: Machine Protection
The wing rotor gearboxes are fitted with friction type torque limiters, the clutch settings should not be altered without reference to the Spearhead Service Department. Never operate without protection, this could result in severe damage to the gearbox and drive lines, as well as infringing the warranty. -
Page 12: Operation
STARCUT 300 Operation Engage the PTO only when the tractor engine is at low revs to prevent shock damage to the machine, slowly increase the engine revs to achieve the standard 1000 PTO speed. (As indicated on the sticker). If at any time serious vibration occurs, stop the engine immediately and check that no blades are missing - following all safety precautions. -
Page 13: Servicing & Maintenance
STARCUT 300 Service & Maintenance Safety First • Never leave the tractor seat without first disengaging the PTO and stopping the engine. • Ensure all rotating parts have stopped turning. • Never attempt any repairs, maintenance, service or any other checks with the machine carried on the tractor hydraulics. -
Page 14: Daily Every 8 Hours
STARCUT 300 Daily / Every 8 hours • Grease all grease points, on PTO, including secondary drive line under the center guard • Check condition of blades and blade bushes and ensure all retaining bolts are fully tight. • Check gearbox oil, replenish with ‘EP90 API GL-5’ gear oil as necessary to the correct level line on the dipstick provided with each gearbox. -
Page 15: Blades
STARCUT 300 Blades Caution! When carrying out maintenance work on or near the blades be careful of free-swinging blades over-centring and falling. It is recommended that protective headgear, gloves and goggles are worn. The blades can be re-sharpened by grinding the cutting edges and care must be taken that the blades are of the same weight and length after grinding. -
Page 16: Skids
Pay particular attention to the condition of guards and blades. Remember the Multicut/Starcut 300 is designed to withstand the most rigorous conditions and, with a little care and attention, will give many years of trouble free service. -
Page 17: Trouble Shooting Guide
STARCUT 300 Trouble Shooting Guide Broken or Damaged Blades • Raise cutting height • Avoid obstacles • Ensure a steady feed into drive (do not snatch the PTO) Damage Blade Holders • Raise cutting height • Avoid obstacles • Failure to keep retaining nuts and bolts tight Gearbox Overheating •... -
Page 18: Warranty
This warranty does not extend to parts, materials or equipment not manufactured by Spearhead, for which the Buyer shall only be entitled to the benefit of any such warranty or guarantee given by the manufacturer to Spearhead.
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