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Page 1 MDL POWERUP LIMITED Dalston Carlisle OPERATERS MANUAL COMPACT HEDGE TRIMMER Please read through manual thoroughly before operation For any technical issues please call the workshop on 01228 712121 Or email info@mdlpowerup.com...
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Whenever information concerning the machine Is requested remember to also state the type of tractor to which it is fitted. Model A80 / A100 Serial Number (This Will Be Your Invoice Number) Date Purchased / Year...
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Page 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before operating your flail mower, please read the following safety instructions. Failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury or death. Please review these safety instructions with all users annually. SIGNAL WORDS: The signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are used with the safety messages in this manual and with each safety sign.
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Page 4 SAFETY INFORMATION This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous, in the wrong hands it can kill or maim. It is therefore imperative that the owner, and the operator of this machine, read the following section to ensure that they are both fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding its use.
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Page 5 ● Ensure the operator understands and follows the instructions in operator handbook. ● Ensure the tractor front, rear and side(s) are fitted with metal mesh or polycarbonate guards of suitable size and strength to protect the operator against thrown debris or parts.
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Page 6 ● Extra special attention should be applied to Overhead Power Lines. Some of our machines are capable of reach in excess of 8 metres (26 feet) this means they have the potential to well exceed, by possibly 3 metres (9’ 9”), the lowest legal minimum height of 5.2 metres from the ground for 11,000- and 33,000-volt power lines.
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Page 7 ● Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected towards the cab. ● Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching - Stop and wait until they are at a safe distance before continuing. WARNING: Some Cutting Heads may continue to ‘freewheel’...
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Page 8 INITIAL ATTACHMENT TO TRACTOR The machine will be delivered in a partially dismantled condition, secured with transport strap and banding. • Choose a firm level site. • Remove the transport strap, banding straps and loose items. • Raise the machine using overhead lifting equipment with a minimum capacity of 1500kg SWL.
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Page 9 AXLE BRACKET/CATCH ASSEMBLY - FITTING BY DEALER Bolt axle plates to the tractor axle at either 1.0 M or 1.1 M apart - this may necessitate the two removal of the tractor's check chains and/or assister ram brackets, if this is the case, the axle plate will include replacement brackets for these functions.
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Page 10 Ensure catch-locking pin 'A' is removed. STANDARD TYPE BRACKETS With the frame in the vertical position, measure dimensions 'A' and 'B', subtract 'B' from 'A' to obtain measurement 'X'. Measure dimension 'C'. Select mounting holes which position the mounting bars in the end of the latch arms so that dimension 'D' equals dimension 'C' minus measurement 'X' and also when...
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Page 11 the draft link is horizontal and the rocking draft pin is in the upright position dimensions 'E' and 'F' are equal. ALTERNATIVE TYPE BRACKETS With the frame in the vertical position, measure dimensions 'A' and 'B', subtract 'B' from 'A' to obtain measurement 'X'.
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Page 12 TRACTOR ATTACHMENT - BY CUSTOMER OR DEALER Reverse tractor squarely into position adjacent to the machine and connect the draft links to the machine - maneuver tractor until both draft pin rockers are vertical. Raise the machine on the tractor’s linkage sufficient only for the latch bar to fully engage in the axle catch.
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Page 13 Standard Type Bracket Alternative Type Bracket Raise the machine on the tractors linkage until the frame is vertical. Fit top link. Measure PTO shaft and cut to dimension shown (distance ‘A’ minus 75mm) – see diagram opposite and refer to maintenance section for further details.
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Page 14 Fit PTO shaft into position. Attach the torque chains to a convenient location to prevent rotation of the shaft guards. Fit machine controls into the cab - refer to the specific page on this subject for further details. FIRST FITTING ONLY - for Dealer reference...
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Page 15 Request assistance. Operate 'Lift up' on machine controls sufficient only for the dipper arm to clear the ground. Pivot out the dipper until the tension link can be reconnected. Raise the stand legs into the work position and secure with their pins - see diagram opposite.
Page 16 Remove control units from the tractor cab and stow clear of the ground in a location where they are protected from the weather or risk of accidental damage. Drive tractor away from machine. Replace check chains / stabiliser bars –...
Page 17 internal by-pass within the canister will operate and no symptoms of filter malfunction will occur to jog your memory. HYDRAULIC HOSES The condition of all hoses should be carefully checked during routine service of the machine. Hoses that have been chaffed or damaged on their outer casing should be securely wrapped with waterproof adhesive tape to stop the metal braid from rusting.
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Page 39 506060317 GB894.1-35 A shaft checking ring Deep groove ball 511022556 GB276-6007 bearing Oil sealing check 702770028 AM60.02.105 ring 510020044 GB13871-FB-40X55X8 FB oil seal 509010007 GB1152-M6 Oil cup 501011113 GB5783-M10X30 Screw bolt 802770042 AM60.02.011 Main bearing seat 501010758 GB5782-M12X60 half thread bolt 702770029 AM60.02.106...
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Page 40 Article no. Part no. Name spec 80277011 AM60.03.016 fuel tank cover 70307008 CBW-00-011 Air plug M16X1.5 80277011 AM60.03.017Y Fuel tank 50901001 JB7941.2-B80 Liquid level meter 70092010 EF100.00.117 End cover 70319020 1G-150-01- Middle R pin 80092010 EF100.00.111 D square cotter...
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Page 41 80277012 AM60.03.018 Support leg 2 50101119 GB5783- Screw bolt M20X55 50601006 GB97.1-20 Plain washer 50301076 DIN985-M20 hexagon locking thin nut 70277007 AM60.03.114 Down hook plate 1 70277007 AM60.03.115 Down hook plate 1 70277007 AM60.03.113 Down pull rod pin shaft 70008001 200.56.011 Lock pin assembly...
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Page 43 Article no. Part no. Name spec 50101428 GB27-M20X130 Articulation bolt 80277009 AM60.03.014 Small support arm 50601006 GB97.1-20 Plain washer 50301076 hexagon locking thin DIN985-M20 50101424 GB27-M16X120 Articulation bolt 80277009 AM60.03.013 pushing pull plate 50601005 GB97.1-16 Plain washer 50301076 hexagon locking thin DIN985-M16 50101422...
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Page 44 70277006 AM60.03.104 buffering limited block 80277010 AM60.03.015 big support arm 70277007 AM60.03.108 oil tube long cover 70277016 AM60.04.023 Smaller arm cylinder 70277015 AM60.04.015 big arm cylinder 51001523 Bonded washer JB982-14(进) 14.7X22X1.5 70277017 AM60.04.090 Breathe filter 50101423 GB27-M16X100 Articulation bolt...
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Page 45 Article no. Part no. Name spec 702770159 AM60.04.022Y Three-way valve 501010741 GB5782-M8X60 half thread bolt ZBT32001.3- 516010003 inner hexagon tapered plug ZG3/8-19" 702930544 MBH-8.08.302Y oil in and out connector 700250036 1CB-18-06WD connector M18X1.5-G3/8 702930546 MBH-8.08.305Y valve throttle connector 510015239 JB982-14(进)...
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Page 46 702770197 AM60.04.024Y single valve to oil filter tube 702770149 AM60.04.012Y oil pump outlet tube 505011416 GB70.1-M8X25 hexagon socket cap screw 506030035 GB93-8 Spring washer 702780010 AM60.02.104-2 motor oil in and out connector GB3452.1-G- 510013139 O sealing ring 23.6X2.65 液压马达...
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Page 47 Warranty MDL warrants to the original purchaser that this MDL product will be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.
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Page 48 Your Warranty starts from the date the machine was delivered / collected. 01228 712121 info@mdlpowerup.com www.mdlpowerup.com...
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