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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual MY560 / MY720 Flail Mower Europe VENTRAC.COM Revised 06/07/21 Original Operator’s Manual 09.10174 Rev. 01...
- Page 2 To the Owner Contact Information and Product Identification If you need to contact an authorized Ventrac dealer for information on servicing your product, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Please fill in the following information for future reference. See the picture(s) below to find the loca- tion of the identification numbers.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PAGE 5 Product Description ............5 Why Do I Need an Operator’s Manual? . - Page 4 EC Declaration of Conformity - Ventrac MY560 ........
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Page 5: Introduction
The MY series fast cut flail mowers are equipped with Y knives for dense or brush-type material. The MY flail mower is available in two sizes. The MY560 has a 142 cm (56 inch) cutting width and the MY720 has a 183 cm (72 inch) cutting width. -
Page 6: Using Your Manual
Manual Glossary Power Unit A Ventrac tractor or other Ventrac engine powered device that may be operated by itself or with an attachment or accessory. Attachment A piece of Ventrac equipment that requires a Power Unit for operation. -
Page 7: Safety
SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories Training Required • The owner of this machine is solely responsible for properly training the operators. • The owner/operator is solely responsible for the operation of this machine and for the prevention of ac- cidents or injuries occurring to him/herself, other people, or property. - Page 8 SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories • Ensure that all bystanders are clear of the power unit and the attachment before operating. Stop the ma- chine if someone enters your work area. • Always be alert to what is happening around you, but do not lose focus on the task you are performing.
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Page 9: Keep Riders Off
SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories • Keep people and pets out of the working area. • Know the work area well before operation. Do not operate where traction or stability is questionable. • Reduce speed when you are operating over rough ground. -
Page 10: Roadway Safety
• If the power unit, attachment, or accessory requires repairs or adjustments not instructed in the operator’s manual, the power unit, attachment, or accessory must be taken to an authorized Ventrac dealer for service. • Never perform maintenance on the power unit and/or attachment if someone is in the operator’s station. -
Page 11: Fuel Safety
SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories • Check the fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed. • To reduce the hazard of fire, keep the battery compartment, engine, and muffler areas free of grass, leaves, and excess grease. -
Page 12: Hydraulic Safety
SAFETY General Safety Procedures for Ventrac Power Units, Attachments, & Accessories • If the fuel tank must be drained, it should be drained outdoors into an approved container. • Check the fuel lines for tightness and wear on a regular basis. Tighten or repair them as needed. - Page 13 SAFETY MY560 / MY720 Safety Procedures • Blade Hazard: Contact with the mower blades or other moving parts may cause personal injury. Keep your hands and feet away. • When removing a cutting unit blockage, residual power in the flail rotor system could cause injury through sudden movement of the flail rotor when the blockage is released.
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Page 14: Safety Decals
SAFETY Safety Decals The following safety decals must be maintained on your attachment. Keep all safety decals legible. Remove all grease, dirt, and debris from safety decals and instructional labels. If any decals are faded, illegible, or missing, contact your dealer promptly for replacements. When new components are installed, be sure that current safety decals are affixed to the replacement components. - Page 15 SAFETY Warning - Read Operator’s Manual Cutting/dismemberment hazard of Shield missing - Do not operate. the hand or foot. Pinching/crushing hazard. Stay away from moving parts. Fingers or hand entanglement. Keep all guards and shields in place. Fingers or hand entanglement. Stay away from moving parts.
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Page 16: Operational Controls
OPERATIONAL CONTROLS Height Adjustment Handles The height adjustment handles (A) are used to raise and lower the mower deck to the desired cutting height. The right and left adjustment handles must both be set to the same height position. The cutting height position decals list the adjustment handle posi- tions and the corresponding cutting heights. -
Page 17: General Operation
If you cannot correct the cause of unusual rotor vi- 4. Engage the parking brake* and shut off the engine. bration, contact your authorized Ventrac dealer. 5. Place the attachment belt onto the PTO drive pul- ley on the power unit. Ensure the belt is properly seated in each pulley. -
Page 18: Mowing And Operating Procedure
GENERAL OPERATION Mowing and Operating Procedure Transport of Attachment ATTENTION Transport the attachment with the power unit front hitch and attachment fully raised to reduce wear of the equipment. Travel slowly when transporting over If an object is struck or the mower develops an undulating and rough surfaces to maintain control of unusual vibration during operation, shut off the PTO the power unit and to reduce the shock to the power... -
Page 19: Service
ATTENTION If any component requires replacement, use only original Ventrac replacement parts. Cleaning and General Maintenance For best results, and to maintain the finish of the mower, clean or wash the mower to remove accu- mulated clippings, leaves, and dirt when the job is 8. -
Page 20: Cutting Knife Inspection And Replacement
SERVICE Optional Hydraulic Flip Up Procedure Cutting Knife Inspection and Replacement CAUTION 1. Park the power unit and mower on a smooth, level surface. 2. Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine, and Wear heavy gloves and use caution when inspecting remove the ignition key. -
Page 21: Belt Inspection
SERVICE Belt Inspection Rotor Drive Belt Replacement Inspecting the drive belts of the attachment can 1. Remove the rotor drive cover (A). prevent sudden belt failure by finding problems before they cause a belt to break. Typical wear on a drive Glazing Streaked Sidewall belt may... -
Page 22: Rotor Drive Belt Tension Adjustment
SERVICE Rotor Drive Belt Tension Adjustment Lubrication Locations If the belt slips during normal operation, the belt ten- Lubrication is required at the following locations using sion will need to be adjusted. a lithium complex NLGI #2 grease. 1. Remove the rotor drive cover (A). Wipe the grease fittings clean before applying grease to the grease fittings. - Page 23 SERVICE Grease the jack shaft bearings. Grease the drive shaft cover. Grease the drive shaft universal joints. Grease the upper hitch swivel link. Rotate the drive shaft covers until the access holes align with the grease fitting on the drive shaft slide. Grease the two lower swivel links (4 places).
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Page 24: Checking The Gearbox Oil Level
SERVICE Checking the Gearbox Oil Level Storage Preparing the Attachment for Storage 1. Park the mower deck on a level surface. 2. Clean the top of the gearbox and remove the plug 1. Clean the attachment to remove accumulated clip- (A) from the top port. -
Page 25: Maintenance Schedule
SERVICE Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Grease and Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Rear Carrier Rocker ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Wheel Swivel Bearing ü ü ü ü... -
Page 26: Maintenance Checklist
SERVICE Maintenance Checklist Maintenance Schedule Grease and Lubrication: See Lubrication Section Rear Carrier Rocker Wheel Swivel Bearing Wheel Axle Bearing Rotor Bearing Cross Pivot Frame Rear Roller Bearing Jack Shaft Bearing Drive Shaft Upper Hitch Swivel Link Lower Swivel Link Check the Gearbox Oil Level Change the Gearbox Oil. -
Page 27: Specifications
Dimensions MY560 Flail Mower Overall Height ......... . 70 cm (27-3/4 inches) Overall Length . -
Page 28: Noise Emissions - My560
Sound Power Uncertainty, dB(A) Sound Pressure Level at Operator’s Ear, dB(A) 94.0 Sound Pressure Uncertainty, dB(A) Note 1: Specifications are subject to change without notice. EC Declaration of Conformity - Ventrac MY560 Venture Products, Inc. 500 Venture Drive Manufacturer Orrville, OH 44667... -
Page 29: Noise Emissions - My720
Sound Power Uncertainty, dB(A) Sound Pressure Level at Operator’s Ear, dB(A) 94.0 Sound Pressure Uncertainty, dB(A) Note 1: Specifications are subject to change without notice. EC Declaration of Conformity - Ventrac MY720 Venture Products, Inc. 500 Venture Drive Manufacturer Orrville, OH 44667... -
Page 30: Warranty
2-year All Ventrac add-on kits and accessories such as: 3-point hitch, 12V front & rear power outlets, foot pedal, dual wheel kit, etc., will be covered under the above warranty periods provided they are installed by an Authorized Ventrac Dealer. This warranty may be transferred and will carry the remainder of the warranty starting from the original purchase/registration date with the dealership and/or V.P.I. - Page 31 (i) damage or defects due to or arising out of repair of the Ventrac equipment by a person or persons other than an authorized Ventrac service dealer or the installation of parts other than genuine Ventrac parts or Ventrac recommended parts.