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OPERATORS MANUAL & PARTS BOOK TURF MAJOR 800T, 900T &1200T...
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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.
CONTENTS SAFETY LABELS INTRODUCTION FOREWORD WARRANTY WORK STATION KEY TO MAIN PARTS GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS REGULATIONS IN THE USE OF THE TRANSMISSION PTO SHAFT LENGTH STARTING REGULATIONS HITCHING TO THE TRACTOR TRANSPORT AND MOWING MAINTENANCE FOREWORD INSPECTION BEFORE USE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE BLADE ROTATION SPECIFICATIONS PTO SHAFT MAINTAINENCE...
SAFETY LABELS The Major Trailed Topper comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They are intended to help you operate your machine safely. Read and follow the safety label directions. Keep safety labels clean and legible. Replace damaged or missing safety labels.
Date of purchase WARRANTY The Major Trailed Topper is guaranteed for 1 season. 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.
WORK STATION The operator must remain seated while working the machine. Always ensure that the PTO has been turned off and the parking brake applied before leaving the tractor cab. The operator must always apply parking brake, and turn off engine before leaving machine or carrying out maintenance. CAUTION Never operate tractor hydraulics’...
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS The Major TRAILED TOPPER must only be used for cutting grass. Moreover, it must only be used with a suitable tractor (see specifications on page 20) and driven by an adequate drive-line by the tractor PTO All other use is strictly prohibited.
PTO SHAFT LENGTH The tractor PTO shaft length may be altered to suit the individual tractor model. When the machine is in operation, the PTO shaft should have a minimum 1/3 engagement as shown in the diagrams across After the TRAILED TOPPER has been hitched to the tractor, it should be checked in various positions that the drive line is the correct length.
STARTING REGULATIONS Always check that any imminently dangerous conditions have been eliminated before using the machine. Ensure all guarding is present & the operator is fully aware of the operations of the machine WARNING Always ensure the PTO shaft yoke ends are locked onto the splined shafts on both the tractor and the implement.
TRANSPORT & MOVING Check the local Highway Code regulations before driving the tractor on public highways with a towed implement Check the reflectors, hazard flashers and/or projecting load indicators are installed when required and efficient. These indicators must be installed correctly and easily seen by the drivers of other vehicles. WARNING Bystanders must not be allowed to lean against or climb onto the machine during transport or while working.
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IMPORTANT Ensure drawbar ram is fully extended before operating PTO. The MAJOR Trailed Topper is designed to operate at a max 540 rpm. Always operate on level ground when hitching / unhitching the implement. This will prevent dangerous movement.
MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT Maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel The TRAILED TOPPER must always be disconnected from the tractor before any cleaning, lubricating and servicing operations can be carried out. If emergency operations are required whilst the machine is connected to the tractor, switch off the engine, engage the parking brake and disengage the PTO.
SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT Slide yoke shield back. Drive out sheared bolt with hammer and punch. Align holes and install new shear bolt. Use only genuine MAJOR replacement shear bolts. M10X60 BZP -8.8 Slide yoke shield securely in place IMPORTANT Fit PTO shaft with the shearbolt end connected to the...
Blades must always be timed at 90 to each other. Failure to do so can cause the blades to foul & in turn may damage the transmission. MAJOR 1200T BLADE ROTATION – PLAN VIEW MAJOR 800T & 900T BLADE ROTATION – PLAN VIEW...
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 800 T 900 T 1200 T Transport Width 2538 2943 2641 Overall Width 2538 2943 3760 Cutting Width 2399 2694 3569 Cutting Range 12-205 12-205 12-205 No. of Blades Blade Tip Speed 13685 15298 13685 Power Requirements 35-60 35-60 40-90 Tyre Pressure...
PARTS LISTING Use only MAJOR spare parts for the best results. DANGER!! SAFETY FIRST! A moment's lack of attention can result in an accident, as can failure to observe certain elementary precautions. Do take time to ensure your safety and others are not put at risk.
Steps to take in the event of machine failure Dealer: The warranty claim will be completed by the Major dealer and will be submitted either to head office or to the Major area representative. Any parts replaced under warranty must be tagged and retained until claim is resolved.
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4. Exclusion of Damages Major reserves the right to either repair or replace the defective product. Major shall not be held liable to the purchase or any third party for any incidental or consequential damages, including, but not limited to, damages resulting from interruption of service and loss of business.
TROUBLE SHOOTING cont. Fault Cause Remedy Mower will not cut. Shear bolt sheared Install new shear bolt Cutting in sandy conditions Increase cutting height Blades wear too fast Cutting in rocky conditions Increase cutting height Blades hitting ground Increase cutting height Advancing into grass too rapidly Reduce forward travel speed Mower seems to require...
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