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- Page 1 Publication 736 April 2013 Part No. 22675.36 Revised: 08.09.22 PA5054 VERSI FRONT / REAR MOUNT DUAL DIRECTION HEDGECUTTER / GRASS MOWER Operator Manual...
- Page 2 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.
- Page 4 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.
- Page 5 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.
- Page 6 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.
- Page 8 Copies of the inspection sheets on the following pages should be retained in this manual for reference; two sets are included to allow removal of one set for photocopying purposes. Alternatively, these inspection sheets can be download from our website via the QR code or using the link below; https://my.mcconnel.com/service/pre-operation-inspection-documents/...
- Page 10 POWER ARM PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 11 TRACTOR PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 12 POWER ARM PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 13 TRACTOR PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 14 Shropshire England Telephone: +44 (0)1584 873131 www.mcconnel.com - NOISE STATEMENT - The equivalent daily personal noise exposure from this machine measured at the operators’ ear is within the range 78 – 85 dB, these figures apply to a normal distribution of use where the noise fluctuates between zero and maximum.
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Page 16: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS General Information Specifications & Dimensions Safety Information Tractor Requirements Vehicle / Tractor Preparation Delivery & Pre-attachment Hydraulic Oil Machine Preparation & Attachment Machine Attachment Control Unit Installation Operator Control Systems Running Up Procedure Emergency Stopping Transportation Transport Locks Horizontal Head Rotation Breakaway Powered Slew Slew Locks... -
Page 18: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Always read this manual before fitting or operating the machine – whenever any doubt exists contact your dealer or the McConnel Service Department for advice and assistance. Use only McConnel Genuine Service Parts on McConnel Equipment and Machines Definitions;... -
Page 19: Specifications & Dimensions
SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS Technical Specifications Machine Model PA5054 VERSI Description Dual Direction Front or Rear Mount Head Rotation Manual (Pin Locking) Tractor Requirements Minimum Power 75HP Minimum Tractor Weight 4500kg Front Mount Machines DIN Plate, Specialist Frame Rear Mount Machines... - Page 20 Reach Geometry Transport Position Alternative Transport Position...
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Page 21: Safety Information
This machine 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 this machine, read and understand the following section to ensure that they are fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding the use and operation of the machine. - Page 22 BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE YOU MUST: Ensure you read all sections of the operator handbook. ▲ Ensure the operator is, or has been, properly trained to use the machine. ▲ Ensure the operator has been issued with and reads the operator handbook. ▲...
- Page 23 Always disengage the machine, kill the tractor engine, remove and pocket the key ▲ before dismounting for any reason. Always clear up all debris left at the work area, it may cause hazard to others. ▲ Always ensure when you remove your machine from the tractor that it is left in a safe ▲...
- Page 24 We advise therefore that the prospective operator make use of relevant training courses available such as those run by the Agricultural Training Board, Agricultural Colleges, Dealers and McConnel. Working in Public Places When working in public places such as roadsides, consideration should be paid to others in the vicinity.
- Page 25 Health and Safety Health and Safety Executive Executive Safe use of rotary flail hedge cutters HSE information sheet Agriculture Information Sheet No 21 (Revision 1) Introduction Control measures This information sheet outlines typical hazards when It is extremely dangerous to carry out any work on a using most types of tractor-mounted rotary flail hedge machine while it is under power.
- Page 26 Health and Safety Executive General guidance on safe working Consult your local authority highways department and practice the Department for Transport for advice (see Further reading). Operators should receive adequate instructions ■ and training to enable them to use the machine Further reading safely.
- Page 27 SAFETY & INFORMATION DECALS (Power Arms) Power Arm machines are equipped with safety and information decals designed to warn of dangers, operational information and machine protection. Operators must understand the decals and heed all warnings. Keep decals in a good condition and replace immediately if they are damaged or missing.
- Page 28 0.5m at a horizontal distance of 2.0m from the rotor. Keep all persons at 90m from the working machine, stop machine if persons are closer. Refer to front hood height setting section for details. 10. Important! Parts information; for safety and performance only use ‘Genuine McConnel Service Parts’.
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Page 29: Tractor Requirements
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Tractor Weight (Including ballast weight if necessary) Minimum 4500kg HP Requirement Minimum 75HP PTO Shaft Tractor must be equipped with a live drive PTO to enable continuous flailhead operation when forward motion of the tractor is stopped. Check Chains / Stabilizers Check chains or stabilizers must be fitted and tightened. -
Page 30: Vehicle / Tractor Preparation
VEHICLE / TRACTOR PREPARATION We recommend vehicles are fitted with cabs using ‘safety glass’ windows and protective guarding when used with our machines. Fit Operator Guard (Part No. 7313324) using the hooks provided. Shape the mesh to cover all vulnerable areas. The driver must be looking through mesh and/or polycarbonate glazing when viewing the flail head in any working position - unless the vehicle/ cab manufacturer can demonstrate that the... -
Page 31: Delivery & Pre-Attachment
DELIVERY & PRE-ATTACHMENT (Dealer Reference) Delivery Where a machine is delivered in a partially dismantled condition secured with transport straps and banding a firm level site should be selected on which to place the machine before removing the straps, banding and other loose items. Handling the Machine Handling of the machine should always be performed using suitable overhead lifting equipment with a minimum safe lifting capacity over and above the maximum weight of the... -
Page 32: Hydraulic Oil
HYDRAULIC OIL Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Fill the tank with oil selected from the chart below or a good quality equivalent to a point where the level is between the minimum and maximum marks on the tank gauge. When the machine is initially run the level will drop as the oil is drawn into the circuit - top back up as required to the correct level on the gauge. -
Page 33: Machine Preparation & Attachment
MACHINE PREPARATION & ATTACHMENT The attachment procedure must always be performed on a firm level site, never attempt to attach the machine on sloping or soft ground. Keep all bystanders at a safe distance. Parking Legs (3-point Linkage Mounted Machines) 3-point linkage mounted machines have 2 stand leg height positions;... - Page 34 Vertical Adjustment Bring the frame of the machine into the vertical position by adjusting the screw feet of the stand legs on each side of the machine; rotating the feet clockwise will raise the front of the machine and anti-clockwise will lower it – see illustration below: Horizontal Adjustment &...
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Page 35: Machine Attachment
ATTACHING THE MACHINE – DIN Plate Front Mount Models... - Page 36 PTO DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION The PTO driveshaft attaches between the tractor and the machine gearbox to transfer the power required to the run and operate the machine – it is important to achieve the correct shaft length to avoid risk of it ‘bottoming out’ when raising or lowering the machine. The procedure for measuring and cutting the shaft is as follows;...
- Page 37 ATTACHING THE MACHINE – 3-Point Linkage Mounted Models Secure link arms to each side of machine Reverse tractor slowly to the machine with linkage pins, with link arms set at same height as lower spacer washers attachment points on machine. and lynch pins.
- Page 38 Fit Torque Chains to PTO Guards. Fit PTO Shaft. Refer to the PTO installation page for information on measuring and cutting the shaft. Fit machine’s control unit into tractor cab. Raise stand legs into work position and secure with pins and ‘R’ clips. Machine Removal Removal of the machine is basically a reversal of the attachment procedure.
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Page 39: Control Unit Installation
CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION The information below states installation methods for fitting control units in the tractor cab. NOTE: Electric control units work within the range of 12v-16v DC and require a minimum power supply of 12v DC. Electric Controls : Motion / Evolution Motion and Evolution units feature an inbuilt mounting bracket for attaching the controls to the armrest of the tractor seat. -
Page 40: Operator Control Systems
Depending on specification the machine will be operated by one of the following controls; Mini-Motion Control Motion Control Evolution Control Mini-Revolution Control Revolution Control Control unit operation manuals are also available on our website for reference or download https://www.mcconnel.com/support/parts-and-operators-manual/ or via QR code below. -
Page 41: Running Up Procedure
RUNNING UP PROCEDURE The running up procedure should be performed in a safe location clear of hazards. Keep bystanders at a safe distance at all times. Ensure lift ram lock tap is open and the transport strap has been removed and stowed in its work position before attempting to use the machine. -
Page 42: Transportation
TRANSPORTION Transport Position For transport of the machine the flailhead should be set parallel to the arms and the carriage moved to its furthermost position on the tank side of the machine, the dipper arm can then be fully folded into the main arm and the latter positioned horizontally as illustrated below. - Page 43 Moving into Transport The procedure for moving the machine into the transport position is as follows; Operate ‘slew’ to align the arms parallel to the frame. Operate ‘lift up’ to fully raise the main arm. Operate ‘reach in’ to fully fold the dipper arm into the main arm. ...
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Page 44: Horizontal Head Rotation
HORIZONTAL HEAD ROTATION – Manually Adjusted... -
Page 45: Breakaway
BREAKAWAY The machine is fitted with a hydraulic breakaway device which protects the structure of the machine should an unforeseen fixed obstacle be encountered. NOTE: The breakaway function does not relieve the operator of his responsibility to drive carefully, be alert and avoid obvious hazards before contact occurs. Breakaway may occur momentarily during normal work should an extra thick or dense patch of vegetation be encountered. - Page 46 Breakaway Protection The following illustrations show the breakback protection for various configurations of the machine fitted with the manual rotational head, the examples show the machines working at the pre-set ‘slew stop’ positions that set the machine at 90° to the tractor on each side, this is for normal work duty and allows for 20°...
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Page 47: Powered Slew
Powered Slew The machine features 180° of powered slew which gives it the capability to work on either side of the tractor. The arms possess a further 20° of rearward movement on each side but this extra travel must be reserved for breakaway protection. -
Page 48: Eds System
EASY DRIVE SYSTEM (EDS) The Easy Drive System (EDS) is an optional extra on proportional machines with ‘Revolution’ digital controls – where fitted it provides ‘hands free’ cruise control operation with automatic head and lift float at greater working speed that increase both safety and efficiency. - Page 49 LIFT FLOAT (Optional Extra for Ground Work) Work without lift float requires far more concentration and input from the operator to quickly react and re-adjust to the ground contours often resulting in patches of higher cut material where the head is cutting too high and ‘scalping’ of the ground where it is cutting too low –...
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Page 50: Pre-Work Preparation & Precautions
PRE-WORK PREPARATION & PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT: Always read the book first before attempting to operate the machine – practise operating the machine, without the rotor running, in a safe open space until you are fully familiar with all controls and functions of the machine. Only begin using the machine for work when you are confident that you have mastered the controls and operation sufficient for safe use of the machine. -
Page 51: Operating Speed
OPERATING SPEED NOTE: For cutterbars 500 rpm is a guide speed only – it should be run only as fast as necessary perform required job. Never exceed 540 rpm PTO speed. WARNING: Damage to the machine may occur if the maximum PTO speed is exceeded. Engaging Drive Ensure the rotor control lever/switch is in the ‘stop’... -
Page 52: Hedgecutting Procedure
HEDGECUTTING PROCEDURE Cut the side and bottom of the field side first. This leaves the maximum thickness of hedge on the road side to prevent the possibility of any debris being thrown through the hedge into the path of oncoming vehicles. Cut the side and bottom of the road side. -
Page 53: Hazards & Dangers
HAZARDS & DANGERS Adverse Slopes When working with the flailhead high and reach fully in it is possible for the main arm balance to go over centre and take the weight off the lift ram. A restrictor in the gland circuit of the lift ram will prevent sudden unpredictable movements if this should occur - for reasons of safety this restrictor should not be removed. -
Page 54: Overhead Power Lines
OVERHEAD POWER LINES (OHPLs) It cannot be stressed enough the dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhead Power Lines (OHPLs). Some of our machines are capable of reach in excess of 8 metres (26’); they have the potential to well exceed, by possibly 3 metres (9’ 9”), the lowest legal minimum height of 5.2 metres from the ground for 11,000 and 33,000 volt power lines. - Page 55 Definitions of Exclusion Zones Risk Assessment Before starting to work near OHPLs you should always assess the risks. The following points should be observed; Know the risks of contacting OHPLs and the risk of flashover. ▲ Find out the maximum height and maximum vertical reach of your machine. ▲...
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Page 56: Flails Identification
FLAILS IDENTIFICATION Grass Flails Designed specifically for general mowing activities – low power usage, ideal for cutting materials of low density. Universal Boot Flails Designed for general purpose work - suitable for mowing duties and the cutting of hedges with up to 2 years growth. Hedge Flails Double edged flail designed specifically for heavy duty hedge cutting - capable of cutting materials up to 75/80mm diameter. - Page 57 Hedge Flails Double edged flail designed specifically for heavy duty hedge cutting, capable of cutting materials up to 75/80mm diameter. Can be used for mowing work where they produce a good finish but will require considerably more power when used for this purpose. The flails are fitted with rubber stops for both shaft protection and noise reduction purposes.
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Page 58: General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE Machine Lubrication The illustrations above indicate the general locations of grease points; all grease points should be lubricated on a daily basis prior to work and prior to storage of the machine. Gearbox Lubrication Refill the gearbox after an initial 50 hours of use and thereafter at annual or 500 hour intervals, whichever occurs earliest. -
Page 59: Service Schedule
SERVICE SCHEDULE Every Day Grease machine fully prior to work (and prior to storage). NOTE: New machines must be greased before initial use. Check for broken or damaged flails. Check tightness of flail nuts and bolts. Visually check for oil leaks and damaged hoses. ... -
Page 60: Hydraulic System
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Oil Supply Check the oil level in the reservoir daily. Oil Condition & Replacement No fixed time period can be quoted for oil changes as operating conditions can vary widely but a visually inspection of the oil will often indicate its current overall state. Signs of a reduction in its condition will be apparent by changes in colour and appearance when compared to new oil. -
Page 61: Hydraulic Hoses
Avoid twisting the hose. Adjust the hose line to ensure freedom from rubbing or trapping before tightening hose end connections. All Hydraulic Hoses (BSP) now fitted to McConnel Power Arm Hedge/Grass Cutters have ‘soft seal’ connections on both flail and ram circuit hoses. -
Page 62: Flail Head
FLAIL HEAD Frequently inspect the rotor assembly for damaged or missing flails. Bolts and nuts securing the flails to the rotor should be regularly checked and kept tight. The correct torque setting for these locknuts is 135Nm (100 Ibf/ft.). Use only the correct flail bolt and locking nut. -
Page 63: Pto Shaft Maintenance
PTO SHAFT MAINTENANCE PTO Shaft Lubrication The PTO shaft should be lubricated on a regular basis using lithium based grease – each end of the shaft has 2 greasing points; one for lubrication of the universal joint and one for lubricating the rotating fixing ring of the shaft shield –... -
Page 64: Troubleshooting Chart
Raise head or operate with head float Frequent Break-back Machine not set vertical Adjust top link Internal valve leakage Contact local dealer or McConnel Service Oil level low Fill oil to correct level Oil pump suction filter blocked Replace filter element... - Page 66 McConnel Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL. England. Telephone: 01584 873131. Facsimile: 01584 876463. www.mcconnel.com...
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