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VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION VERIFICATION It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with McConnel Limited before delivery to the end user – failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
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1500 hours. Engine warranty will be specific to the Manufacturer of that unit. 1.02. All spare parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and purchased by the end user are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 6 months.
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2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised McConnel Ltd dealer as soon as it occurs. Continued use of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for which McConnel Ltd cannot be held liable.
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MISCELLANEOUS 4.01. McConnel Ltd may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of any terms shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other term. 4.02. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable, then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Conforming to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC McCONNEL LIMITED, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL, UK Hereby declare that: The Product; Tractor front-mounted flail mower Product Code; RMOW Serial No. & Date ………………………………… Type ………………………… Manufactured in; United Kingdom Complies with the required provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC The machinery directive is supported by the following harmonized standards;...
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Shropshire England Telephone: +44 (0)1584 873131 www.mcconnel.com This manual must be read and used in conjunction with: ROBOCUT RC56 & RC75 Operator Manual A copy of the Robocut RC56 & RC75 operator manual is available via the direct links below;...
GENERAL INFORMATION Read this manual before fitting or operating the machine or accessory. Whenever any doubt exists contact your local dealer or the McConnel Service Department for assistance. Only use ‘Genuine McConnel Parts’ on McConnel machinery and equipment. DEFINITIONS The following definitions apply throughout this manual;...
MACHINE DESCRIPTION These machines are high performance grass flailheads specifically designed for use with Robocut remote controlled tracked carrying vehicles. Machines are equipped with 3000 rpm energy-efficient spiral rotors that can be fitted with hammer flails or back-to-back grass Y-flails. Machines are available in working widths of 1.3m, 1.6m and 1.9m and feature a hydraulic front hood and adjustable float.
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION The illustrations below identify the main components of the machines. Casing Mounting Hood Ram Hood Motor Belt Drive Front Flap Rear Flap Side Skid Rotor Flails Roller 1300 model with Y-Flails illustrated.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Machine Specifications Available in 1.3m, 1.6m or 1.9m working widths Belt driven rotor Hydraulic front hood Choice of grass cutting flails or hammer flails Full width height adjustable rear roller Height adjustable skids ...
FLAILHEAD USE - IMPORTANT INFORMATION ‘As Supplied’ The flailhead is fitted with a hydraulic ram to allow movement of the hinged hood, by default on every start-up movement of this ram is electronically deactivated to stop operators inadvertently opening the hood when cutting alongside the highway; this reduces the risk to passing traffic from being hit by objects ejected at speed from the working flail head.
SAFETY INFORMATION This machine and any attached equipment has the potential to be extremely dangerous - in the wrong hands it can kill or maim; It is therefore imperative that both owner and operator of the machine reads the following section to ensure they are fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and fully understand their responsibilities surrounding use and operation of this machinery.
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Never operate the machine when standing directly in the line of travel. Do not use the machine on sand piles, gravel, or other similar loose materials. Only operate the machine in good light conditions. Never start or run the machine in an enclosed area or building. Keep the machine clean to avoid build ups of dry materials that could ignite on hot components.
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No advice given here can replace ‘good common sense’ and ‘total awareness’ at all times, but it will go a long way towards the safe use of your McConnel machine. Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can...
SAFETY DECALS The safety decals shown below are displayed on this machine; ensure you understand the meaning of these decals and heed their warning. 1. WARNING! Read the Book First. 2. DANGER! Rotating components; keep clear when the machine is running. 3.
ATTACHING THE FLAILHEAD Attachment of the flailhead should performed on a firm level site. Ensure all bystanders are kept at a safe distance from machinery. Keep hands clear of potential pinch points when attaching machinery. Suitable personal protection gear should be worn when working with machines. Attachment Procedure Tools required;...
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5) Raise Robocut toolbar to connect with lugs on flailhead mounting bracket. TOOL 6) Fasten flailhead to Robocut toolbar using flailhead fixings (6x Nuts & Bolts) - tighten fixings fully. 7) Remove expansion vessel from drain line and connect flailhead hoses to the Robocut hydraulics. Refer to the hydraulic connections page for hydraulic coupling information.
HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS Robocut Hydraulic Connection Points Robocut RC56 & RC75 hydraulic connection points for flailhead attachment. Ensure hydraulic couplings on the machine and the attachment are free from dirt or debris – check and clean all couplings prior to connection. A.
FLAILHEAD CONTROLS Operators must wear personal safety gear at all times whilst operating the machine and stand in a safe operating position with a clear view of the machinery and the work area. Controls Identification for Flailhead Operation Refer to Robocut manual for full details of machine controls. Rotor Control EMERGENCY STOP...
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Control Unit – Display Screen & Flailhead Function Operation LCD Display Reports the following information; Engine Speed (RPM) Power Consumption (%) Float Engaged Status Signal Strength Indicator Fuel Useage (Litres/min) Water Temperature (ºC) Status Light Indicates the status of the Remote Control Unit; Illuminated GREEN = ‘CORRECT’...
FRONT HOOD The flailhead is fitted with a hydraulic ram to allow movement of the hinged hood, by default on every start-up movement of this ram is electronically deactivated to stop operators inadvertently opening the hood when cutting alongside the highway; this reduces the risk to passing traffic from being hit by objects ejected at speed from the working flail head.
REAR ROLLER & SIDE SKIDS Adjustment of the rear roller and side skids should be performed on a firm level site. Cutting Height The cutting height of the flailhead is governed by the height position of the rear roller; to alter the cutting height the mounting position of the roller brackets must be adjusted.
FLOAT & ANGLE Float Function When activated, the float function allows the flailhead to follow the contours of the ground. The response speed of float is adjustable and can be set to LOW, MEDIUM or HIGH. By default, the function float is pre-set to ‘LOW’ - this is the recommended setting for normal work and conditions.
DRIVE BELT Machinery must be switched off and the main isolator key removed before attempting to inspect or access the belt drive housing. Drive Belt Checks Tools required; 17mm spanner The machines drive belt should be inspected regularly and checked for signs of wear or loss of tension. Access to the belt and pulley’s is via the removable belt cover on the side of the drive housing.
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Belt Pulley Alignment The belt pulleys are secured in position on their shafts by taperlock bushings; when replacing pulleys the lower pulley must be fitted to the rotor shaft first, the pulley and taperlock should be located as far as possible onto the shaft at a minimal distance from casing components and secured with the taperlock.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE Machine Lubrication Lubricate grease points indicated below using a good quality lithium-based grease. Grease Point Locations o Ram Pivots o Mounting Pivot o Rotor Bearings o Roller Bearings o Bearing Support (75HP build only) Daily Checks Machine should be inspected each day prior to work and at regular intervals during work. •...
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