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- Page 1 8999070: v3 03/09/2018 AGRICUT 240 OFFSET September 2018 8999070 Page 1.1 of 1.9 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 8999070: v3 03/09/2018 This machine is produced by Kidd Farm Machinery Ltd on behalf of Spearhead Machinery Limited. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Conforming to 89/392/EEC as amended by directive 91/368/EEC Of Kidd Farm Machinery, Folly Road, Roundway, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 2HT. England.
- 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
8999070: v3 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 ....................... 8 1.2.1 General arrangement ....................8 Identification ..........................8 Machine general specification....................9 Safety ..............................1 Level of danger.......................... - Page 6 8999070: v3 03/09/2018 6.10 Deck suspension adjustment ....................8 6.11 Scheduled maintenance table ....................9 6.12 Cleaning the machine ....................... 9 6.13 Recommended Lubricants ......................9 6.14 Torque settings ........................10 6.14.1 General torque settings ..................... 10 6.14.2 Specific torque settings ..................... 10 Troubleshooting ............................
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Page 7: Machine Description
The P.T.O must be run at the required speed (540 rpm). DANGER! Do not make sharp turns while the machine is working, making sure you always lift it when changing direction and reversing. Figure 1.1 Spearhead Agricut 240 Offset Page 1.7 of 1.9 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) -
Page 8: General Arrangement
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 General Arrangement Figure 1.2 shows the layout of the Agricut 240 Offset. The operator should familiarise themselves with the various elements, as they are referred to in other sections of this manual. The rotary mowers consist of the following parts: 1.2.1... -
Page 9: Machine General Specification
Cutting Height 30-150mm 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. Figure 1.4 Page 1.9 of 1.9 pages... -
Page 11: 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 12: Safety Decals
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Safety Decals The rotary 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 13: Proposition 65
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Figure 2.2 shows an indication of the precise points on the machine where the safety decals and serial plate are usually applied by the manufacturer. Agricut 240 Offset Figure 2.2 Proposition 65 Figure 2.3 Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can expose you to chemicals including gasoline, diesel fuel, lubricants, petroleum products, engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. -
Page 14: Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING! Never operate the machine with any parts missing. Check the machine regularly for loose or damaged parts. Pay particular attention to the condition of all safety guards. Always use genuine Spearhead Machinery replacement parts in the interest of safety. Failures caused by the use of unapproved replacement parts will not be covered by our warranty, nor will any liability be accepted for damages or injury thus incurred. -
Page 15: For The Owner And Operator
CAUTION! Spearhead Machinery will not be held responsible for failure caused by the use of incorrect lubricants. For further information, refer to the lubrication chart; see Section 6.13. -
Page 16: For The Employer
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 2.7.2 For the employer Every employee must be given training at regular intervals on how to use this machinery (at least once a year) in accordance with the guide lines issued by the employer’s insurance. Untrained or unauthorised members of staff must not use this machine. -
Page 17: Machine Transportation
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Machine Transportation Lifting WARNING! Only use approved lifting equipment which is correctly fastened to the machine. This will increase your personal safety. Failure to follow the safety instructions could result in accidents and serious injuries. The vehicle used to transport the machine must be sufficiently powerful, of an appropriate size and suitably prepared for the purpose. -
Page 18: Unpacking
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Unpacking Remove the P.T.O. shaft from its storage position, and place it safely away from machine. Ensure the manufacturer’s instruction book is kept in a safe place for future reference. Figure 3.2 Remove any stacking/transport legs attached to the machine; see Figure 3.2 Figure 3.3 Check underneath the machine and remove any restrainer wire or cable ties used to prevent blade movement during transport;... -
Page 19: Transportation
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Transportation 3.3.1 Putting into transport position Figure 3.4 With the P.T.O. shaft correctly connected, raise the machine to a safe transport position. Lock the lift arm stop in this position; see Figure 3.4. CAUTION! Raising the tractor lift arms too high may cause damage to the P.T.O. shaft if the tractor was to drive over any bumps and the machine was to bounce on the lift arms. -
Page 20: Machine Storage
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Machine storage 3.5.1 Safely preparing for storage WARNING! The machine must be correctly secured when parked in storage. A correctly secured machine prevents serious accidents. If the machine is not properly secured when parked it can result in serious injuries or death. -
Page 21: Use Of The Machine
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Use of the machine Before connecting to the tractor and using the machine WARNING! Ensure that all operators have read and thoroughly understood all the safety procedures. For further information refer to the relevant sections of this manual. WARNING! When connecting the machine to a tractor there is a risk of personal injury. - Page 22 8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Figure 4.1 Figure 4.2 Figure 4.3 Figure 4.4 Figure 4.5 Figure 4.6 Figure 4.7 Figure 4.8 Page 4.2 of 4.5 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
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Page 23: Moving From Transport To Working Position
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Figure 4.9 Figure 4.10 Moving from transport to working position WARNING! Ensure that the machine and the P.T.O. shaft have been correctly connected to the tractor. For further information; see Section 4.2. WARNING! Ensure that the immediate surroundings will not cause a restriction to the moving and checking of the machine. -
Page 24: Running The Machine For The First Time
Gently reduce the tractor revs to idle, and disengage the P.T.O. Apply the parking brake and stop the tractor. If any faults are identified; refer to Section 7. If a solution is still not found, consult your local Spearhead Machinery dealer for assistance. -
Page 25: Stopping The Machine
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Lift the machine so it clears the ground by approximately 100mm, gently engage the P.T.O. and run at tick- over speed. Lower the machine to the ground, and increase the P.T.O. speed to 540 rpm. Select a forward speed that is suitable for the ground conditions and the type of material to be cut. Check the machine is floating correctly. -
Page 27: Machine Adjustments
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Machine Adjustments WARNING! Before working on any piece of attached machinery, ensure that the tractor engine is turned off and the starter key removed to prevent anyone else from starting the tractor while it is being worked on. WARNING! Always park on a suitable firm, level surface with the parking brake applied, and ensure the machine has come to a complete stop before commencing work. -
Page 28: Shear Bolt Protection
(four spare shear bolts and nuts are fitted to the top of the A-frame). Ensure the bolt is correctly tightened; see ‘Torque Settings’, Section 6.14. CAUTION! Only use the size and grade of shear bolt as supplied by Spearhead Machinery. For further information refer to Section 8. -
Page 29: Maintenance
8999070: v3 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 30: Maintenance Work That Can Be Performed By The Operator
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 WARNING! Waste oil qualifies as hazardous waste according to current law and, as such, must not be released into the environment; it should be recovered and disposed of through suitable collection centres. Consequently, contact your nearest environment agency concerned with the collection and disposal of waste oil before commencing any maintenance work Maintenance work that can be performed by the operator The work described in the following points does not require any special expertise. -
Page 31: Rotor Gearbox Oil Level Check And Top-Up
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Check and tighten both outer gearboxes’ mounting nuts and bolts (arrowed). Refer to ‘Specific Torque Settings’, Section 6.14. 6.5.2 Rotor gearbox oil level check and top-up Before checking the oil level, ensure that the machine is positioned on a firm and level surface. Figure 6.3 ITEM NO. -
Page 32: Rotor Gearbox Removal
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 6.5.4 Rotor gearbox removal Figure 6.4 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION. RH Outer Gearbox Short Driveshaft Clamping Bolt Flexible Coupling Long Driveshaft Remove the six flexible coupling mounting bolts. Remove the relevant short driveshaft clamping bolt (2). Slide the long driveshaft (4) towards the opposite rotor gearbox. Slide the short driveshaft towards the relevant outer gearbox. -
Page 33: Input Gearbox Oil Level Check And Top-Up
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Check and tighten the gearbox mounting nuts and bolts (arrowed). Refer to ‘Specific Torque Settings’, Section 6.14. 6.6.2 Input gearbox oil level check and top-up Before checking the oil level, ensure that the machine is positioned on a firm and level surface. Figure 6.6 ITEM NO. -
Page 34: Flexible Couplings
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Flexible Couplings RH flexible coupling shown, LH similar Figure 6.8 ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION. Short Driveshaft Clamp Bolt (2 off) Flexible Coupling (2 off) Flexible Coupling Mounting Bolts (12 off) Long Driveshaft (2 off) Check each flexible coupling (2) for damage and cracks. Replace if any damage is found. Check the tightness of the short driveshaft clamping bolt (1) and coupling mounting bolts (3) to the correct torque. -
Page 35: Blades
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Check the rotor hub for slack. Some settlement may occur after the first hours of working. Re-tighten the castle nut (2) one quarter of a turn at a time, and back off until the split pin can be fitted. Repeat until the slackness is removed. -
Page 36: Deck Suspension Adjustment
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 If replacing the blades, remove the retaining bolt (1) and nut (3) and dismantle the blade (2) and bush (4). Replace the blade (2) and/or the bush (4) and reassemble to the carrier (5) with a new nut (3) and bolt (1). Tighten the retaining bolt (1) and nut (3). -
Page 37: Scheduled Maintenance Table
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 6.11 Scheduled maintenance table Interval Component After 10 Weekly Every 2 Monthly Annually Hour Hours Weeks P.T.O. Shaft Refer to the supplied P.T.O. shaft manual for guidance on lubrication Gearbox Check gearbox mounting bolts, see: • Section 6.5.1 (Input) •... -
Page 38: Torque Settings
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 6.14 Torque settings 6.14.1 General torque settings CAUTION! This table refers to bolts without a torque setting specified above. Please check the “Specific Torque Settings” Section 6.14.2. Where a specific torque setting is given it should be used instead of the information below. -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Troubleshooting The charts below are intended to help in diagnose and rectify any problems with your machine. If the problem persists, please consult your supplier, or contact Spearhead Machinery. See the Machine Identification page; Section 1.4. Troubleshooting PROBLEM... -
Page 41: 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 43: 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 44: 9.1.3 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 45: 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 46 8999070: v3 03/09/2018 Page 10.2 of 10.1 pages Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
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