AVANT A21257 Operator's Manual For Attachment

AVANT A21257 Operator's Manual For Attachment

Silage block cutter

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Silage block cutter 2018 1
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Silage block cutter
Product number
A21257/A21276
www.avanttecno.com
A429957 2018 1 EN 2010-

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  • Page 1 English Silage block cutter 2018 1 Operator's Manual for Attachment Silage block cutter Product number A21257/A21276 www.avanttecno.com A429957 2018 1 EN 2010-...
  • Page 2 Silage block cutter 2018 1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Silage block cutter 2018 1 CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ............................4 Warning symbols used in this manual ..........................5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE ......................6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ............7 Safe shutdown procedure ............................ 9 Personal protective equipment ........................... 9 4.
  • Page 4: Foreword

    If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer.
  • Page 5: Warning Symbols Used In This Manual

    5 (26) Warning symbols used in this manual The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”...
  • Page 6: Designed Purpose Of Use

    2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT silage block cutter is an attachment that is designed and manufactured to be used with AVANT multi-purpose loaders shown in Table 1. With the silage block cutter you can easily cut silage directly from the silo and take it to the cattle.
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions For Using The Attachment

    7 (26) 3. Safety instructions for using the attachment Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 8 8 (26)  Make sure that overhead clearance is sufficient. Hitting an overhead obstacle may cause the loader to tip over. Keep a safe distance from electric cables, lamps, or other electric systems; hitting live parts may cause electric shock. ...
  • Page 9: Safe Shutdown Procedure

    9 (26) 3.1 Safe shutdown procedure Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment: Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off.
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Maximum input of hydraulic 22,5 MPa (225 bar) energy: Compatible AVANT loaders: See Table 1, Designed purpose of use 4.2 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the equipment.
  • Page 11 Operate attachment only from the driver’s seat. 4 A418223 Attachment identification plate Table 4 - Silage block cutter - Main components Quick coupling brackets for Avant loaders Frame Replaceable tines Cutting blades Multi connector holder Hydraulic cylinder...
  • Page 12: Attaching The Attachment

    Do not stay in the area between the attachment and the loader. Mount the attachment only on level surface. WARNING Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked. Avant quick coupling system: Step 1:  Lift the quick attach plate locking pins up and turn them backwards into the slot so that they are locked in the upper position.
  • Page 13: Connecting And Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses

    5.1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system. If you have an Avant 300-700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers and wish to change to the multi connector system, contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services.
  • Page 14 14 (26) Keep all fittings as clean as possible; use the protective caps on both the attachment and the loader. Dirt, ice, etc. may make using the fittings significantly more difficult. Never leave the hoses hanging on the ground; place the couplings onto the holder on the attachment.
  • Page 15: Instructions For Use

    15 (26) 6. Instructions for use Practise the use of the attachment and the controls of the loader in a safe area. If you are unfamiliar with the particular loader model, it is recommended to practice its use without any attachments. Risk of tipping over - Avoid overload.
  • Page 16: Checks Before Use

    16 (26) 6.1 Checks before use Work can be started when the silage block cutter has been mounted and the hydraulic fittings connected according to the instructions. Check the attachment once more before starting work. Check that all obstacles have been removed from the working area before operation. Remember ...
  • Page 17: Operating The Silage Block Cutter

    17 (26) 6.2 Operating the silage block cutter Use the silage block cutter for cutting and extracting the silage blocks from the silo. Keep the material being transported as close to the machine and as low as possible. When transporting objects with the silage cutter, ensure, that the load is secured on the cutter.
  • Page 18 18 (26) Controlling the silage block cutter: Move auxiliary hydraulics control lever towards locking position electric buttons of the optional electric joystick) to close the silage block cutter. The lever should not be left locking position. Move the lever away from the locking position to open the silage block cutter.
  • Page 19: Working On Uneven Ground

    19 (26) If the loader is not equipped with the boom self levelling: Prevent material from falling on you - Monitor the position of the silage block cutter. When lifting material to a high level, the front plate must be simultaneously tilted to prevent the load from falling from on the loader or the operator.
  • Page 20: Storing The Attachment

    20 (26) 6.5 Storing the attachment Uncouple and store the attachment on level ground. The best way to store the attachment is a place where it is protected from direct sunlight, rain, and extreme temperatures.  Avoid leaving the attachment laying directly on the ground. Place it on blocks of wood or on a pallet, for example.
  • Page 21: Maintenance And Service

    Repair all leaks immediately after detecting them; a small leak can quickly grow into a big one. Operate the attachment only with type of hydraulic oil that is accepted for use in Avant loaders. Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin - Release residual pressure before maintenance.
  • Page 22: Inspection Of Metal Structures

    Finding any fault means that the hydraulic hose or component must be replaced and the equipment must not be used until it is repaired. Spare parts are available from your nearest AVANT retailer or authorised service point. Leave the repair work to professional service technicians, if you don’t have adequate knowledge and experience about hydraulic assemblies and how to perform the repairing safely.
  • Page 23: Warranty Terms

    23 (26) 8. Warranty terms Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures. The warranty covers repair costs as follows:  Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory.
  • Page 24 Mallit / Modeller / Models: Avant Hydraulitoiminen rehuleikkuri; Avant-kuormaajan työlaite A21276 Hydraulisk Silouttagare; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare A21257 Hydraulic Silage blcok cutter; attachment for Avant loaders 28.5.2018 Ylöjärvi, Finland Risto Käkelä, Toimitusjohtaja / Verkställande direktör / Managing Director Original language version...

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