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Operator’s Manual OSM MJ36-140, MJ36-210 and Parts List WARNING Read this instruction manual thoroughly before using your machine and follow all safety precautions. www.major-equipment.com...
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Major reserves the right to modify the machinery and the technical data contained within the manual without prior notice. Further to this, Major assumes no liability for any damages which may result from the use of the information contained within this manual.
Attaching machine to the Tractor Transport Position Operating the Machine/Mowing Hydraulic Ram Set Up Flow Restrictor Tap Roller adjustment Steel wheel Hydraulics setup Maintenance Machine storage Transmission Bolts Roller (if applicable) Replacement of wear parts Clearing out a blockage Troubleshooting Lubrication schedule www.major-equipment.com...
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MJ36-210-RH Overview MJ36-140-LH Overview MJ36-210-LH Overview MJ36-140-CFGA Carry Frame RH MJ36-140-CFGA-H Carry Frame LH MJ36-140-RH (MJ36-140-BDGA) MJ36-140-RH (MJ36-140-BDGA) - Parts List MJ36-210-RH (MJ36-210-BDGA) MJ36-210-RH (MJ36-210-BDGA) - Parts List MJ36-140-LH (MJ36-140-BDGA-H) MJ36-140-LH (MJ36-140-BDGA-H) - Parts List MJ36-210-LH (MJ36-210-BDGA-H) MJ36-210-LH (MJ36-210-BDGA-H) - Parts List...
(see “Product Specifications” section of this booklet) and driven by an adequate hydraulic pump/motor. All other use is strictly prohibited. Major will not be held responsible for any loss or damage caused due to a misuse of the machine.
Wrap Hazard Any exposed, rotating machine component is a potential wrap point. Injuries usually occur when loose clothing or long hair catch on and wrap around rotating parts such as drive shafts on the machine. Ensure all guarding is present. www.major-equipment.com...
Consult your retailer, the Labour Health Service or your nearest equivalent authority for the information about the current safety provisions and specific regulations with in order to ensure personal safety. ALWAYS SWITCH OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE AND ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENT TO THE MACHINE. www.major-equipment.com...
2. Before starting mowing, make sure that the area is clear of people or animals. 3. It is mandatory to read all the safety requirements and the operator’s manual of the machine. 4. If you are not sure how to use the machine, please contact the manufacturer or the dealer. www.major-equipment.com...
Always check that any imminently dangerous conditions have been eliminated before using the machine. Ensure all guarding is present & the operator is fully aware of the operations of the machine. Always make sure that the hydraulic motor hoses are connected correctly and that the oil flow rate is met. www.major-equipment.com...
Machine Serial Numbers If you need to contact MAJOR or your MAJOR dealer for information on servicing or spare parts, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Model and Serial number can be found on the Serial Plate located on the machine.
• being reached by upper and lower limbs. I hereby certify on behalf of Major Equipment Int. Ltd., that this machine when properly installed and operated correctly, complies with all the essential Health & Safety requirements of all legislation referred to above.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards. To avoid injury, read the manual Rotating blade hazard Moving parts Check tightness of the transmission bolts High oil pressure hazard Grease points Crush hazard www.major-equipment.com...
Key to Main Parts Body Drivetrain cover A-Frame Steel wheel Parking leg Rear roller Carrying arm Breakaway Hydraulic motor Transport locking pin Blade Hydraulic ram www.major-equipment.com...
2. Hitch the lower linkage arms to the Machine and connect the top link. Ensure that the locking pins are secure. 3. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the appropriate connections. After use: Parking leg must be extended into parking position when machine is not in use. Parking leg A-frame floatation pin Arms locking pin Parked Position www.major-equipment.com...
250mm over the ground. 4. Make sure that the Transport pin, A-frame pin and Parking leg are secured in transport position as shown. Parking leg A-frame floatation pin Arms locking pin Transport pin Transport Position Transport Position Transport Position Transport Position www.major-equipment.com...
5. When operating, the machine should be perpendicular or slightly forward to the direction of travel. Correctly set up with Incorrectly set up with stabilisers tightened up loose stabilisers Hydraulic ram Transport locking pin (in transport) Transport locking pin ( when mowing) Mowing Position www.major-equipment.com...
Tension in the spring is set at the factory to cater for the most common cutting conditions. This setting is achieved by keeping the distance of 95mm between the latch and 95mm the nut. To reset the machine into mowing position, reverse slowly until the latch locks in its original place. www.major-equipment.com...
Every model is fitted with a wheel which stops the machine from bottoming out. It must belocated at the front outer edge fo the machine. The wheel is factory set to suit most cutting conditions, however, it can be adjusted if required, to do so remove 4 bolts shown and set to the required height. Steel wheel Adjustment bolts www.major-equipment.com...
Pay attention to the FLOW direction arrow on your machine as Left hand mounted and Right hand mounted machines have a different flow direction! Replace worn or damaged labels immediately. Connecting the wrong hoses will result in motor/seal damage! Flow hose Free flow return hose RIGHT HAND MOUNTED MACHINE LEFT HAND MOUNTED MACHINE MJ36-xxx-RH MJ36-xxx-LH www.major-equipment.com...
Maintenance 040322 In order to keep your Major machine in a good working order it is necessary to conduct maintenance on a regular basis. Only competent and skilled persons who have fully read and understood this operator’s manual are allowed to carry out maintenance on this machine.
Blades, blade backs, blade bushing, blade bolts and nuts must be checked on a regular basis for wear and defection. MAJOR recommends to visually check the blade assemblies every 40 hours of operation. This interval may change depending on the operational conditions.
Replace blades, in set Excessive vibration New blade or bolts matched with worn blade or bolts Replace blades or bolts in sets Drivelines not phased correctly. Implement and tractor yokes Phase the driveline. Replace if necessary must be in line www.major-equipment.com...
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Replace seal or use a sealant on outside diameter Gearbox leaking Oil seal not sealing in the housing of seal Oil level too high Drain oil to proper level Hole in gearbox Replace the gearbox Gasket damaged Replace gasket Bolts loose Tighten bolts www.major-equipment.com...
Body Ram link pivot ● Steel wheel ● Carry Arm Pivot Points ● Hydraulic Rams 1 x2 ● ● Roller ● Check oil levels in the gearboxes ● Replace oil in gearboxes CHECK TIGHTNESS OF NUTS ON THE PIVOT CONNECTION DAILY. www.major-equipment.com...
MJ36-140-CFGA Carry Frame RH Item Part No. Description TA-HCM04 CABLE MOUNT OSM-PP-05 LINK PIVOT BOLT MJ36-140-BA01 BREAKAWAY ASM OSM-PP-06 ARM PIVOT BOLT MJ36-140-BDP01 BODY PIVOT (RH) OSM-PP-07 ARM PIVOT BOLT OSM-AF-20 A FRAME (RH) 2882 DIA 30 EXT CIRCLIP MJ36-140-AFP01...
MJ36-140-RH (MJ36-140-BDGA) HUB MOUNT MUST BE ATTACHED TO BODY BEFORE GBOX'S ALL BOLTS HOLDING MOTOR/MOUNT LONG 1/2 PLAIN NUTS AND NORLOCKS TORQUE TO 180 N/m MOTOR BOLTS SHOULD FACE OUTWARD TORQUE GBOX BOLTS TO 230 N/m 22mm MUST BE CUT OFF THIS SHAFT FOR MOTOR.
USED TO HOLD GEAR TO MOTOR TORQUE TO 180N/m ENSURE "S" MOTOR USED. ENSURE CLUTCH AND MOTOR MJ36-140-RH (MJ36-140-BDGA) - Parts List ENSURE 22mm CUT OFF SHAFT ARE DIRECTION AS MARKED ON 'THICK FLANGE' SIDE OF GBO Item Part No.
MJ36-210-RH (MJ36-210-BDGA) ALL BOLTS HOLDING MOTOR/MOUNT USE LONG 1/2 PLAIN NUTS AND NORLOCKS TORQUE TO 180Nm FACE MOTOR BOLTS OUTWARDS TORQUE GBOX BOLTS TO 230Nm STANDING AT REAR OF MACHINE MOTOR IS ON LEFT www.major-equipment.com...
755-DCBLDHXFS-L 755 BLADE (Anti_Clk) 1/2hex10.9 1/2HEX10.9 755-DCBLDHXFS-R 755 BLADE (Clk) 12x112FSKS 1/2"x1 1/2" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-HDM01 VERGE MOWER MOTOR MOUNT 12x114SKS 1/2"x1 1/4" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-SW01 STEEL WHEEL 12x134FSKS 1/2"x1 3/4" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-SW10...
MJ36-140-LH (MJ36-140-BDGA-H) ENSURE HUB MOUNT IS ATTACHED TO BODY BEFORE GEARBOXES ALL BOLTS HOLDING MOTOR/MOUNT LONG 1/2 PLAIN NUTS AND NORLOCKS TORQUE TO 180Nm FACE MOTOR BOLTS OUTWARDS TORQUE 5 / 8 BOLTS TO 230Nm CUT 22mm OFF THIS SHAFT FOR MOTOR...
DISC SPRING WASHER & STRONG LOCKTITE USED TO HOLD GEAR TO MOTOR TORQUE TO 180Nm ENSURE 'D' MOTOR USED MJ36-140-LH (MJ36-140-BDGA-H) - Parts List ENSURE CLUTCH AND MOTOR ARE DIRECTION AS MARKED ENSURE 22mm CUTT OFF SHAFT ON 'THICK FLANGE' OF GBOX Item Part No.
D ( 1 : 6 ) TO BODY BEFORE GBOX'S FACE MOTOR BOLTS ALL BOLTS HOLDING MOTOR/MOUNT OUTWARDS LONG 1/2 PLAIN NUTS AND NORLOCKS TORQUE TO 180Nm TORQUE GBOX BOLTS TO 250N/m STANDING AT THE REAR OF MACHINE MOTOR IS ON RIGHT www.major-equipment.com...
755-DCBLDHXFS-L 755 BLADE (Anti_Clk) 1/2hex10.9 1/2HEX10.9 755-DCBLDHXFS-R 755 BLADE (Clk) 12x112FSKS 1/2"x1 1/2" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-HDM01 VERGE MOWER MOTOR MOUNT 12x114SKS 1/2"x1 1/4" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-SW01 STEEL WHEEL 12x134FSKS 1/2"x1 3/4" FINE SOCKET HEAD 12.9 MJ36-140-SW10-H...
Hydraulic motor connection for RH models MJ36-140-RH and MJ36-210-RH **IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR MOUNTING MOTOR/CLUTCH** 1/2 x 1 1/4 SKS INSERT M10 GRUB SCREW INTO EACH HOLE WITH LOCKTITE MUST NOT BE TIGHT ON GBOX SHAFT TO ALLOW FOR A LITTLE 'END FLOAT'...
Hydraulic motor connection for LH models MJ36-140-LH and MJ36-210-LH **IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR INSERT M10 OVAL POINT GRUB SCREW MOUNTING MOTOR/CLUTCH** INTO EACH HOLE WITH LOCKTITE MUST NOT BE TIGHT ON GBOX SHAFT TO ALLOW FOR A LITTLE 'END FLOAT' 1/2 x 1 1/4 SKS HOLE MUST BE TAPPED M10.
RETURN USED ON: MJ36-140-RH FEMALE ON RETURN MJ36-210-RH IF IN DOUBT ASK THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS OF MAJOR EQUIPMENT INTL. LTD. Vendor: ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR A W PERMISSION OF MAJOR EQUIPMENT IN Route: Quantity Date Stock Code: Rev.
3/4" 4800mm ST RETURN FEED USED ON: MJ36-140-LH MJ36-210-LH FEMALE ON RETURN IF IN DOUBT ASK THE INFORMATION CONTAINE OF MAJOR EQUIPMENT INTL. L Vendor: ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART PERMISSION OF MAJOR EQUI Quantity Date Stock Code: Rev. Drawing No.
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All MAJOR machines must be registered when sold, to ensure that you receive the correct warranty cover and service bulletins. To register your machine for warranty, please go to the SALES & SUPPORT section of our website www.major-equipment.com and enter your details.
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