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8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020
Spearhead Machinery
Operator Instruction Manual For
1.5-2.1m cut width, 540 or 1000 PTO input
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Original instructions (ENGLISH)
Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com

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  • Page 1 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Spearhead Machinery Operator Instruction Manual For 1.5-2.1m cut width, 540 or 1000 PTO input Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...
  • Page 2 Verification Of Warranty Registration Dealer Warranty Information & Registration Verification It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with Spearhead before delivery to the end user. Failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
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  • Page 4 Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury. It is potentially hazardous to fit or use any parts other than genuine Spearhead parts. The company disclaims all liability for the consequences of such use which, in addition, voids the machine warranty.
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  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Contents List Machine Description ..........................8 Intended Usage ......................... 8 General Arrangement ....................... 9 Rotation Definitions And Conventions ..................9 Machine General Specification ....................10 Other Model Specific Information ................... 12 1.5.1 Reversing The Headstock For Front Mount Operation..........12 Safety ..............................
  • Page 7 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Drive Components ........................42 9.2.1 Power-Take-Off Shaft (PTO) ..................42 9.2.2 Gearbox ........................43 9.2.3 Rotor Shaft ......................... 44 9.2.4 Flail Replacement ...................... 45 Hydraulic components (if fitted) ....................45 9.3.1 Rams.......................... 45 9.3.2 Filter(s) ........................45 9.3.3 Hoses .........................

  • Page 8: Machine Description

    20mm thickness. They can be mounted to agricultural tractors with a minimum of 40-50Hp and weighing at least 1500kg dependant on the machine cutting width. Figure 1.1 Spearhead Rolliflail Series (210 model illustrated) Original instructions (ENGLISH) Website: www.spearheadmachinery.com...

  • Page 9: General Arrangement

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 General Arrangement The layout and naming convention used throughout this manual are shown in Figure 1.2 below Cowl Gearbox Drive Guard Headstock Belt Drive Guard PTO (Power Take-Off) Roller height adjustment Headstock Rear Support Skid Rotor Rear Flap Guard Front Flap Guard Roller...

  • Page 10: Machine General Specification

    100mm (3.9”) Max (mm) 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. (2) The transport overhang is indicative and will vary with the specified tractor. This figure assumes a reference dimension of 805mm (32”) between rear axle centre and mower rotor centre.
  • Page 11 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 NOTE: These figures for Reach dimensions, Transport position and Shipping position illustrate the Rolliflail 210 only. Figure 1.5 Transport Position WARNING! Do not lift by Headstock alone. Damage may occur which will invalidate warranty. Lifting point Lifting point Lifting point Figure 1.5 Shipping Position Original instructions (ENGLISH)

  • Page 12: Other Model Specific Information

    (Note: Rotation direction is defined by the Spearhead PTO rotation convention, see section 1.3). Failure to check this first, may produce no rotor motion when changed because the gearbox overrun operates.
  • Page 13 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Undo the 4 setscrews holding the two headstock clamp plates onto the front flap side box section. Undo the 2 setscrews on the 2 clamp plates holding the headstock rear support to the rear roller side box section. Lift the complete headstock assembly clear of the machine taking care to prevent the headstock rear support from swinging freely and causing impact damage.

  • Page 14: Safety

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Safety Safety Warnings The operator must read, understand and follow all of the Safety instructions. Serious injury or death may occur unless care is taken to follow the warnings and instructions provided. The level of safety is indicated in three levels and the following notation is used throughout this operator instruction book;...
  • Page 15 WARNING! Spearhead flail mowers have not been designed to carry towing forces. Owners or operators that fit tow hooks to Spearhead machines with the intention of towing or hauling do so at their own risk. WARNING! Do not operate machinery with guards missing. Ensure that the correct guards are properly fitted to the machine and tractor at all times and that they are in good condition.

  • Page 16: Stopping In An Emergency

    Spearhead disclaim all responsibility for any damage or injury arising as a result of guards or roller being removed, or of guards other than of Spearhead manufacture having been fitted, or of operation of the machine other than in accordance with these instructions.

  • Page 17: Mandatory Guards

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 WARNING! Inspect guards twice daily or immediately damage is suspected. Always replace guards that have damage or wear which could impair their performance. Typical damage to inspect for is as follows; • Drive guard and side skids - distorted or with sharp outer edges. •...

  • Page 18: Working On Embankments

    When working on top of embankments it is very important to have sufficient forward stability to ensure rapid steerage control. Spearhead recommend 20% forward stability. This means that at least 20% of the total vehicle weight is acting on the steering axle under normal level conditions.
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  • Page 20: Safety Decals

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Safety Decals Safety decals are located on various points of the machine see Figure 3.1. They can be identified by the yellow upper panel depicting the hazard, and the lower white panel indicating means of avoidance or precautions to be taken. These decals have no text. It is essential that all operators and personnel associated with the machine fully understand their meanings, which are shown in Figure 3.1.
  • Page 21 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Indication to the correct operating Placed and pointed towards Placed on the belt guards on each speed of the machine when in components of the machine which of the main cowl fabrications giving work. 540/1000 RPM should be greased at least once guidance to the correct process of every 8 hours tensioning up drive belts...

  • Page 22: Machine Preparation

    Spearhead does not endorse the use of water ballast within tyres as this can have adverse effects on fore aft stability at speed.

  • Page 23: Fitting The Pto

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Insert the pins (A) and secure them with the spring clips. Fit the top link to the tractor and adjust its length until pin (D) can be fitted. Pin (D) can be fitted to either of the top holes. Secure pins with the spring clips. Start the tractor and raise the lift arms until the machine is horizontal to the ground.

  • Page 24: Shortening The Pto Length

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 4.5.1 Shortening The PTO Length Both machinery and tractor must be parallel to one another. Pre-assemble the PTO shaft and check that the drive tube overlap is not less than 150mm, see Figure 4.2 and Figure 4.3 a. Check that the minimum overlap of the shaft guards is not less than 50mm, see Figure 4.2.
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  • Page 26: Gearbox Oils And Grease

    NOTE: The illustrations show the Rolliflail 210 with cross-shaft and belt guarding removed. The same routine greasing requirements apply to the Rolliflail 150 and Rolliflail 180. In order to access all grease points, the cross-shaft guard and belt guard will need to be removed.
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  • Page 28: Settings And Adjustments

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Settings And Adjustments Operational Settings And Adjustments 6.1.1 Adjusting The Height Of Cut The cut height can be adjusted by raising or lowering the flail head roller to suit the material to be cut and the required degree of chopping, see Figure 6. Support the skids at both ends by blocks. The size of the blocks should be sufficient to give enough free movement of the roller bracket (B) to achieve the desired cut height.

  • Page 29: Flail Types Available

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 6.1.2 Flail Types Available The machine is equipped with 38mm Twisted flails as standard, see Figure 6.2. The twisted flails are suited to lighter working on longer, fine grass giving an angled finish with the ability to cut material up to 20mm (0.8”) diameter.
  • Page 30 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Checking belt tension Tension is correct when a force of 1 kg is exerted on the belts at their mid-point between the upper and lower pulleys which deviates the belts by 15mm. After the first 2 hours of work re-check the belt tension and taper locks, see 1 & 2 in Figure 6.3. Tighten if required, torque setting for Taper Locks is 40Nm.
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  • Page 32: General Operation

    Section 7.4 below offers a standard form for an inspection record sheet which can be used when inspecting a Spearhead flail mower or hedge cutter. This form can be photocopied from the manual. When completed and filed in a machine log these records together with the operator training records and service records can accumulate to a useful machine ownership record.
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  • Page 34: Machine Inspection Record

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Machine Inspection Record Select Pre-delivery inspection: MACHINE INSPECTION Select RECORD Installation inspection: (For Rolliflail 150/180/210) Select Daily pre-work inspection: Model: Serial No: Inspector name (print): Inspection date: Company/Position: Inspector signature: Visual Checks Comments Check that an operator’s instruction manual in the correct language for the working territory is in the machine document holder.
  • Page 35 Spearhead claims no responsibility to any machine and/or physical harm caused by anything other than the practice guidelines stated in its specific machine model operators manual.

  • Page 36: Basic Control

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Basic Control Before commencing work each day conduct a ‘daily pre-work inspection’ and record the findings on a copy of the ‘Machine Inspection Record’. File this report safely as part of the ‘Machine ownership record’. Check that the tractor is equipped to deliver the correct rpm and rotation direction at the PTO shaft. There is a speed decal located adjacent to the gearbox input spline which will indicate the required rpm.

  • Page 37: Transportation To Or From Work Site

    Spearhead will not warrant damage bought about by abuse of the machines intended use or neglectful handling.

  • Page 38: Stalling The Rotor

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 7.7.4 Stalling The Rotor If the rotor does become choked the tractor may stall or the belts may slip. If this occurs follow the instructions below: Stop forwards motion and disengage drive to cutting unit immediately. Apply the hand brake and if the ground is sloping, wedge the tractor securely. Ensure that the rotor has stopped and lift the cutting unit.
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  • Page 40: Removal, Storage And Disposal

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Removal, Storage And Disposal Before removing the machine from the tractor, perform a thorough check of the machine. Preparation For Storage Thoroughly clean all moving parts, particularly the cutting unit. Check that all flails are in place and that they are in good condition.

  • Page 41: Disposal

    In most instances Spearhead machines can be broken into its constituent parts with the use of basic workshop equipment. Figure 8.2 contains a typical list of constituent materials, together with disposal guidelines.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Maintenance For routine maintenance or repair spare parts may be obtained from the Spearhead parts department. Where parts are broken, damaged and deemed not fit for use; replace with genuine Spearhead parts using the online Interactive Parts facility at: https://my.spearheadmachinery.com/parts/public-interactive-parts-database/...

  • Page 43: Gearbox

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Grease both ends of the PTO shaft weekly. Grease the PTO shaft tubes regularly. Ensure the guard check chains are securely attached and in good condition. Check that PTO guard is in good condition and replace it if cracked or damaged. Check the universal joint bearing journals for roughness or slackness.

  • Page 44: Rotor Shaft

    If a locknut is subsequently re-tightened, then this protection is lost. IMPORTANT: Only fit genuine Spearhead spare parts. If any flails were missing or loose and have been replaced or tightened, run the rotor and retest for vibration.

  • Page 45: Flail Replacement

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 9.2.4 Flail Replacement The rotor and flails should be inspected for wear or damage on a regular basis – missing, damaged or worn flails should be replaced immediately. When replacing a flail, the diametrically opposite flail should also be replaced at the same time in order to maintain rotor balance.
  • Page 46 8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 BSP SWIVEL FEMALE TORQUE VALUES Thread Metric (Nm) Imperial (lbf.ft) Diameter nominal Min - max nominal Min - max (inch) 15 -25 14.75 11.06 - 18.44 27 – 41 25.07 19.91 - 30.24 42 – 76 44.25 30.97 - 56.05 44 –...

  • Page 47: Structural Components

    8999118EN: v1.1 21/12/2020 Structural Components 9.4.1 Pins Periodically check all pins for damage, wear and correct retention. 9.4.2 Greasing There are a number of greasing points on the machine that need regular attention; All pivot bushes on rams, offset arms and cowl linkages (if fitted) equipped with a grease nipple, Flail head rotor bearings Flail head roller bearings PTO knuckles...

  • Page 48: Trouble Shooting

    Lost flail(s) pairs immediately Replace flails in opposed pairs b) Broken or worn flails immediately Vibration – Replace rotor or contact Spearhead 10.4 c) Bent or Unbalanced rotor Investigate quickly! shaft reconditioning service. d) Worn rotor bearings Replace in authorised workshops.
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  • Page 50: Spare Parts

    Spare Parts 11.1 How To Obtain The Correct Spare Part Numbers For correct part numbers; use the Spearhead interactive online parts books. These are available at https://my.spearheadmachinery.com/parts/public-interactive-parts-database/ You will need to enter the machine serial number; see Figure 7.1. Enter the serial number.

  • Page 51: Spare Parts Ordering

    11.3 Dealer Network Spearhead has an extensive dealer network which can offer genuine replacement parts. In order to make it easier to find your local Spearhead dealer, the Spearhead website has a Dealer Locator facility. http://www.spearheadmachinery.com/dealer-locator/ To find your local Spearhead dealer enter your location or postcode into the “Your location” box and then press “Search”;...
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