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FHM Value Leader EFGCH Series Operations & Parts Manual

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FLAIL MOWER EFGCH
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OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL
Please read these instructions carefully before using!
You must fill with oil before operating!
Uses Approximately 3 quarts 80-90 gear lube
GREASE ALL FITTINGS BEFORE OPERATING!
www.Betstco.com
Toll Free: 877-876-7895, E-mail: sales@betstco.com
83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426
Rugged Labor Saving Equipment Since 1995
Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower
1
Revision 10-14-17
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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  • Page 1 FLAIL MOWER EFGCH Save This Manual for Future Reference OPERATION & PARTS MANUAL Please read these instructions carefully before using! You must fill with oil before operating! Uses Approximately 3 quarts 80-90 gear lube GREASE ALL FITTINGS BEFORE OPERATING! www.Betstco.com Toll Free: 877-876-7895, E-mail: sales@betstco.com 83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426 Rugged Labor Saving Equipment Since 1995...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction 2. Setup and Assembly Instructions 3. PTO Driveshaft Safety Tips 4. Protective Guards and Shields 5. Safety Instructions 6. Operator Protective Gear 7. Operation Checklist 8. Flail Mower Connection and Operation 9. Cutting Height Adjustment 10.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION Before using your flail mower, read and understand this operation manual and the accompanying maintenance instructions. It contains important information which will help you observe proper safety precautions, get the most work from your flail mower and help prolong the life of your flail mower. 2.

  • Page 4: Pto Driveshaft Safety Tips

    3. PTO DRIVESHAFT SAFETY TIPS Your flail mower is shipped with a PTO driveshaft. Always ensure that the PTO shaft is no more than 15 degrees of horizontal when operating. -The following steps are recommended for safe operation of the driveshaft under field conditions.

  • Page 5: Protective Guards And Shields

    4. PROTECTIVE GUARDS AND SHIELDS Do not allow the flail mower to be operated without the side cover or fender deflector’s properly in place. PTO driveshaft should consist of a PTO master shield, integral driveshaft shield, and a mower input connection shield. 1.

  • Page 6: Operator Protective Gear

    6. OPERATOR PROTECTIVE GEAR The following protective clothing and gear is recommended when using your flail mower. EYES Wraparound Safety Glasses or Goggles EARS Ear Plugs HANDS -- Leather Gloves FEET Steel-Toed Boots LEGS Heavy Pants ARMS Long-Sleeved Shirt NO LOOSE CLOTHING SHOULD BE WORN AROUND THE FLAIL MOWER 7.
  • Page 7 Connecting to Tractor Make sure there are no obstructions under the flail mower Align lower link arms of tractor to hitch clevises on mower, Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivels and attach linch pins. Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch on mower with pin supplied. Secure with lock pin.

  • Page 8: Cutting Height Adjustment

    At low engine rpm’s you may experience jerking in the mower, increase the engine rpm until there is no jerking. Most cutting is preformed with the 3pt lift system in the float position. If the blades are touching the surface while in float position, either adjust cutting height or raise mower with 3pt lift into fixed height position.

  • Page 9: Blade Replacement

    8. BLADE REPLACEMENT The best way to tell if the blades need replacing is to watch the results of your mowing. Dull blades cause many problems, including: � Loss of cutting power � Jamming or Plugging � Rough cutting with more vibration than usual �...

  • Page 10: Preventive Maintenance

    11. PREVENTIVE MAITNANCE Check all bolts & nuts after initial 4 hours of operation, and once per day thereafter before beginning operation. Check belt tension 4 hours after initial operation, and every 24 hours of operation thereafter before beginning operation. 12.TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: Belt Slipping Possible Causes...

  • Page 11: Parts And Fasteners

    PROBLEM: Knives Scalping Grass Possible Causes Solution Incorrect Cutting Height Adjust Cutting height Mowing Pattern Change Mowing Pattern Turning to Quickly Reduce Speed during turns PROBLEM: Uneven Cut Possible Causes Solution Missing/Dull Blades Remove/Replace Blades Travelling to Fast Reduce Travel Speed Mower Not Level Adjust 3Pt Linkage PROBLEM: Tractor Loaded Down by Mower...

  • Page 12: Torque Values

    Torque Values Chart Bolt Head Identification Bolt Head Identification 10.9 Class 5.8 Class 8.8 Class 10.9 Grade 2 Grade 5 Grade 8 in-tpi N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb mm x pitch N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb N · m ft-lb 1/4"...

  • Page 13: Basic Parts Breakdown

    1. Blade axle 2. Mower Housing 3. Combined Safety Fender 4. Support Leg 5. Gearbox Assembly 6. 3Pt Bracket 7. Transmission shaft 8. Pulleys and Belts Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower Revision 10-14-17...

  • Page 14: Pictures

    Parts Box Includes the following show in picture, you may receive extra parts that are not shown in the picture. Attach Hydraulic Offset Frame, 3Pt Bracket, Storage Stand, and PTO Shield shown in picture Lubrication Point on Lower Axle and Pulley Detail Picture Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower Revision 10-14-17...
  • Page 15 Fill Gear Box until oil comes out plug on left side of PTO shaft Next Fill Tube from Gear Box to Belt Cover Grease Bearing at end of Tube. Bearings can take a lot of Grease. Roller and Skid Height Adjustment Belt Tension Adjusting Points Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower Revision 10-14-17...

  • Page 16: Flail Mower Specification

    Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower Revision 10-14-17...
  • Page 17 SafetyLabels Your Flail Mower comes equipped with all safety labels in place. They were designed to help you safely operate your implement. Read and follow their directions. 1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible. 2. Replace all damaged or missing labels. To order new labels contact Betst Products. 3.

  • Page 18: Parts Diagrams And Numbers

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  • Page 27 Parts Request Form Fax to 541‐895‐2756 or E‐mail cservice@betstproducts.com Name: Model Number: Address: Serial Number: City State Zip: Purchased From: Phone: Purchase Date: E‐mail: Item No. Description Price Amount Comments: Farmer-Helper EFGCH Flail Mower Revision 10-14-17...
  • Page 28 Farmer Helper Machinery Brand LIMITED WARRANTY FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. warrants to original Purchaser that F A R M E R H E L P E R M A C H I N E R Y C O . L T D . products are free from major defects in material under normal use and service for a period of Two (2) Years from the date the product is purchased or shipped, whichever is later.

  • Page 29: Warranty Registration

    WARRANTY VOID IF REGISTRATION IS NOT RECEIVED OR RECORDED ONLINE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE DATE OR SHIP DATE, WHICHEVER IS LATER. FARMER HELPER MACHINERY REGISTRATION Item________________________________Model # _________________ Purchase Date_____/_____/_______ Purchased From: ________________________________Gift� Inv#/Order# ____________________________ Owner Name: _______________________________________ Serial # (if Applicable)______________________ Owner Address: _______________________________________ City: ________________________ County: ___________ ST: ______ Zip Code: _____________ Phone: _______________________ Email: ________________________...
  • Page 30 2 YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY & REGISTRATION Farmer Helper Machinery Branded Products 2 YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY 2 Year Extended Warranty amends to original Recorded Manufacturers Warranty Registration the time period of described coverage. Extended Warranty does not apply to Consumable and Expendable Items as described in Product Warranty Registration. This Amendment does not affect any other part of recorded Warranty Registration or Policy.

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