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- Page 1 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 SNIPER 600 SHD September 2018 8999128 Page 1.1 of 1.12 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
- Page 2 The information given throughout this manual is correct at the time of publication. However, in the course of constant development of Spearhead machines, changes in specification are inevitable. Should you find the information given in this book to be at variance with the machine in your possession, you are advised to contact the Spearhead Service department where up-to-date information will be provided.
- Page 3 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 This machine is produced by ZANON S.R.L. on behalf of Spearhead Machinery Limited. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Conforming to EU Directive 2006/42/EC Of ZANON S.r.l., vIA Madonnetta, 30. 35011 Campodarsego (Padova) - Italy. Declare with our exclusive responsibility that the interchangeable equipment to be coupled with an agricultural...
- Page 4 It is also important to follow that which is described in this manual since Spearhead declines any liability resulting from negligence of from not observing these norms, since it would result in the warranty being annulled.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Contents List Machine Description ..........................7 Intended Usage ......................... 7 1.1.1 Allowed Uses ....................... 7 1.1.2 Improper Uses ......................7 General Arrangement ....................... 9 Identification ..........................11 Machine general specification....................11 1.4.1 Flail options ........................ 12 Sound Level ..........................12 Safety .............................. - Page 6 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Cleaning the machine ....................... 7 Accessories ............................1 List of accessories ........................1 Method for requesting accessories................... 1 Troubleshooting ............................1 Spare Parts ............................. 1 Warranty Information ..........................1 11.1 Warranty policy ......................... 1 11.1.1 Warranty registration ....................1 11.1.2 Limited warranties .......................
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Page 7: Machine Description
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Machine Description Intended Usage 1.1.1 Allowed Uses The machine has been designed for use in the agricultural sector only, for shredding grass, the stalks of finished crops, brush, growth on fallow land etc. When the flail mower works it guarantees the required level of safety even in the presence of an insignificant malfunction of its components or hazardous operating conditions, however, always within the permitted uses. - Page 8 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 1.1 Spearhead Sniper 600 SHD Figure 1.2 Page 1.8 of 1.12 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
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Page 9: General Arrangement
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 General Arrangement With reference to Figure 1.3, The Sniper flail mower is a piece of farming equipment comprising a hard-wearing sheet metal structure with tubular bracing to give it lasting dimensional stability. The structure supports the A-frame for connecting the machine to the tractor and the drive assembly that incorporates a gearbox and two belt drives to transfer power from the tractor‘s power take-off to the rotors. - Page 10 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 1.3 Page 1.10 of 1.12 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
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Page 11: Identification
Cut Height Adjustment Mechanical Notes: (1) Spearhead constantly reviews and improves product designs and reserve the right to change this information. Actual machines may vary from the above specification. Contact your Spearhead Sales representative if you have any queries. Page 1.11 of 1.12 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com... -
Page 12: Flail Options
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 1.4.1 Flail options Single Double with blade Double with spacer Cupped knife Hammer x144 x72+144 x72+144 Sound Level The sound level emitted by the machine has been measured on a similar model with the equipment working under no- load conditions. -
Page 13: Safety
- even severe - to people or animals. Spearhead declines all responsibility for damage caused by not complying with the safety and injury prevention regulations described below. Spearhead also declines any responsibility for damage caused by improper use of the machine and/or as a result of modifications made without authorisation by the manufacturer. -
Page 14: Safety Decals
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Safety Decals The flail mower is equipped with safety decals warning about residual risks present on the machine that were not possible to eliminate. Figure 2.1 specifies the meaning of symbols contained in the decals. The operator must memorise the meaning of these decals. -
Page 15: Personal Protective Equipment
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 2.2 Personal Protective Equipment In general it is necessary to wear suitable clothing for the work to be carried out. In particular, as far as flail mowing use, obey the following provisions: - It is mandatory to use clothing which is as suitable as possible, meaning not too loose and without any protruding or moving parts (for example ties or necklaces). -
Page 16: Preparation For Storage
Spearhead Machinery disclaims any objective or subjective liability in the event of any failure to apply and comply with the rules of conduct given herein. -
Page 17: Firefighting Measures
• Any arbitrary change made to this machine shall relieve Spearhead Machinery of any liability for damage or injury to operators, third parties or property. •... -
Page 19: Machine Transportation
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Machine Transportation Lifting The vehicle used to transport the machine must be sufficiently powerful, of an appropriate size and suitably prepared for the purpose. Before transporting the machine, see Section 1.4 giving the weights and dimensions of the machine. Transportation should be carried out by qualified haulage contractors who guarantee correct handling of the material being carried. -
Page 20: Travelling On Public Roads
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Travelling on public roads CAUTION! When needing to travel on public roads, you must comply strictly with the local Highway Code, making extra sure you keep your speed to an appropriate level. Before driving on roads, the relevant lights bar (optional extra) must be installed. You must fit the tractor with a flashing yellow or orange light. -
Page 21: Setting Up The Machine
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Setting up the machine DANGER! Make sure that all machine parts are working properly during operation. Remember that most problems and breakdowns that may be encountered while using the machine are caused by fastenings coming loose. Since all the mechanical parts and hydraulic connections tend to settle early on in the machine‘s service life, the machine must be checked very thoroughly. -
Page 22: Line Of Sight
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Line of sight Work areas can be checked using the tractor‘s rear-view mirrors or viewed directly by the operator. When reversing, blind spots can be created that cannot be seen in rear-view mirrors, consequently you are advised to drive very slowly and keep a visual check on the area. -
Page 23: Use Of The Machine
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Use of the machine WARNING! Before using the machine, gain familiarity with the controls and how they work. Keep all parts of your body inside the tractor cab at all times to minimize the chance of being exposed to possible hazards outside the cab. - Page 24 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 5.1 Do not use a PTO shaft without suitable guards meeting legal requirements. Fit the PTO shaft on the splined shaft belonging to the tractor’s power take-off, holding down the safety pin; release the safety pin and pull the PTO shaft back out until the pin clicks audibly into the relevant slot.
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Page 25: Starting The Machine
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Starting the machine WARNING! Before using the machine, gain familiarity with the controls and how they work. You must wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when using, adjusting, servicing, repairing or handling the machine; see Section 2.4. DANGER! Before starting work, make sure there are no people or animals within an 80m range;... -
Page 26: Commencing Work
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Ensure the engine of the tractor runs at a speed that will provide the machine with the power required for the job at hand. Travel a short distance with the machine operating and check the quality of the work performed: if it is not satisfactory, repeat and review the machine‘s adjustments. - Page 27 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 In the event of serious clogging, the rear doors can be opened to make it easier to remove material by hand. Remember that the rear doors should only be opened for maintenance purposes, for instance to remove clogging, replace broken or missing tools, remove foreign matter, etc.
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Page 29: Machine Adjustments
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Machine Adjustments Below are the optimum torque settings to be applied when tightening the main screws and nuts. Bolt Size Torque (Nm) Adjusting ground speed Adjust work speed based on the amount of material to be shredded as well as how finely it is to be chopped up. As a general rule, drive the tractor no faster than 8 km/h. -
Page 30: Adjusting Rear Roller Height
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 6.2.2 Adjusting rear roller height Please see Figure 6.2 for reference to the below procedure. 6.2.2.1. Unscrew and remove the three nuts and their respective three screws (1, 2 and 3); 6.2.2.2. Repeat the operation on the other side of the roller, releasing the nuts (4, 5 and 6), and on the mid-point bracket, releasing the nuts (7, 8 and 9);... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Counter-Knives (If Fitted)
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 6.3 Adjusting the counter-knives (if fitted) To work correctly, the counter-knives must be positioned at least 5 mm from the flails. Make sure this distance is complied with. WARNING! This operation is best performed with the machine folded in the road travel position and rested on the ground. - Page 32 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 6.5 To adjust drive belt tension, precede as follows making reference to Figure 6.6: 6.4.4. Loosen the four nuts (1, 2, 3 and 4); 6.4.5. Adjust with nut (5): turning clockwise increases tension; anticlockwise slackens the belts; 6.4.6.
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Page 33: Maintenance
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Maintenance DANGER! If you experience trouble, you must switch off the tractor, remove the ignition key and get out of the tractor to determine the extent of the problem and, where necessary, perform any work required on the machine. -
Page 34: Hot Points On The Machine
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Hot points on the machine Before performing any maintenance work, make sure parts of the machine that can get hot have been allowed to cool, namely: • Gearbox (speed increaser); • Central gearbox (transfer); • Drive shafts; •... -
Page 35: Greasing Requirements - Daily
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 7.3.1 Greasing requirements - daily 7.3.1.1. Make sure bolts fastening the tools are tightened properly; 7.3.1.2. Check tools for wear and damage; 7.3.1.3. Check that welds are in a good state of repair; if you see any cracks, do not attempt to use the machine at all and instead contact an authorized workshop or the manufacturer;... -
Page 36: Replacing A Hydraulic Hose
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 7.4.1 Replacing a hydraulic hose Before starting to replace a hydraulic hose, make sure you take all the safety measures prescribed for maintenance work, stop the machine and close the hydraulic system valves. • Make sure you have vented the residual pressure from the system. •... -
Page 37: Drive Belts
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 The flails that can be fitted to the machine are as follows: • Single (Figure 7.10); • Double with Blade (Figure 7.11); • Double with Spacer (Figure 7.12); • Side-Slice Knives • Cupped knife (Figure 7.13); • Hammer (Figure 7.14). Figure 7.9 Figure 7.10 Figure 7.11... -
Page 38: Extraordinary Maintenance
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Figure 7.15 Figure 7.16 WARNING! For optimum power transmission, it is best to replace the whole belt unit. CAUTION! When tensioning the belts, special care must be exercised to ensure the pulleys remains parallel. Do this by procuring a metal rule of a suitable length and resting it against the edges of the two pulleys as shown in Figure 7.16;... -
Page 39: Scheduled Maintenance Table
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Scheduled maintenance table DESCRIPTION COMPULSORY MAINTENANCE INTERVALS CHECKS EVERY 8 EVERY 50 EVERY 400 EVERY 5 HOURS HOURS HOURS YEARS GENERAL Grease MACHINE Check bolt CHECKS tightness Check tools for wear Check drive belt tension Replace tools Replace drive belts HYDRAULIC... -
Page 41: Accessories
Spearhead Machinery will be happy to answer any queries you may have regarding the use of accessories. Please remember that accessories must be fitted at an Authorized Centre or at the Manufacturer’s facility. -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Troubleshooting If the flail mower malfunctions, search the causes and the solution of the problems in the following table: PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Uneven cutting finish Flails worn or damaged Replace flails Machine not adjusted properly Perform adjustments Machine clogged Decrease ground speed Flails wear out too quickly... -
Page 45: Spare Parts
To obtain correct part numbers; either refer to the parts manual specific to the serial number of your machine; which is supplied in a document holder attached to the machine; or, use the Spearhead on-line parts books. These are available at dealerinside.spearheadmachinery.com/partsmanuals/manual.aspx. You will need to enter the machine serial number. -
Page 47: 11 Warranty Information
12 months, unless a different period is specified. All spare parts supplied by Spearhead and purchased by the end user 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. All parts warranty claims must be supported by a copy of the failed part invoice to the end user. -
Page 48: 11.1.3 Remedies And Procedures
Any fault must be reported to an authorised Spearhead 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 cannot be held liable. -
Page 49: How To Make A Claim
In the event of a warranty claim being made, the process of making a claim will be carried out entirely by your selling agent. This is an arrangement that exists between Spearhead Ltd and its agents. All claims will be made via the Spearhead web site. - Page 50 8999128: v1 03/09/2018 Page 12.2 of 12.1 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
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