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- Page 1 TWOSE SERIES REACH ARMS TW 57-5 / 60-5 / 65-5 / 67T-5 Operation Manual Publication No.866 February 2017...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT 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. To register machines go to the McConnel Limited web site at www.mcconnel.com, log onto ‘Dealer Inside’...
- Page 3 WARRANTY POLICY WARRANTY REGISTRATION All machines must be registered, by the selling dealer with McConnel Ltd, before delivery to the end user. On receipt of the goods it is the buyer’s responsibility to check that the Verification of Warranty Registration in the Operator’s Manual has been completed by the selling dealer. LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01.
- Page 4 1.11. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorised to give any warranties of any nature on behalf of McConnel Ltd. 1.12. For machine warranty periods in excess of 12 months the following additional exclusions shall apply: 1.12.1.
- Page 5 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 7 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 Mounted Hedgecutter / Grass Mower Product Code; T520, T550, T600, T625 Serial No. & Date ………………………………… Type ………………………… Manufactured in;...
- Page 8 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; Hydraulic Arm Mounted Flail Head Product Code; TWHD 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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Page 10: Table Of Contents
LIST OF CONTENTS Page No. General Information Features & Specifications Safety Information Introduction Tractor Selection Hydraulic Oil Machine Attachment Flail Motor Hose Installation Operation Information Rotor Rotation Direction Rotor Control – Direction Lock Cable Controls Cable Controls – Lever Functions Cable Controls (Cranked Arm Models) Cable Controls (Cranked Arm Models) –... -
Page 12: General Information
Read this manual before fitting or operating the machine. Whenever any doubt exists contact your dealer or the McConnel Service Department for assistance. Use only Twose Classic Line Parts on Twose Classic Line equipment and machines. DEFINITIONS - The following definitions apply throughout this manual: WARNING: An operating procedure, technique etc., which can result in personal injury or loss of life if... -
Page 13: Features & Specifications
TW 65-5 Models 6.50m (21ft 3in) Reach TW 67T-5 Models 6.70m (22ft 0in) Reach 1.0m Telescopic Reach Control Options Cable Controls – TW 57-5 & TW 60-5 Models only LP Hydraulic Controls Electric Proportional Controls... -
Page 14: Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION... - Page 15 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 the owner, and the operator of this machine, read the following section to ensure that they are both fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding its use.
- Page 16 Ensure the tractor front, rear and side(s) are fitted with metal mesh or polycarbonate guards of suitable size and strength to protect the operator against thrown debris or parts. Ensure tractor guards are fitted correctly, are undamaged and kept properly maintained.
- Page 17 are fully conversant with all aspects regarding the safe minimum distances that apply when working with machines in close proximity to Power Lines. (Further information on this subject can be obtained from the Health & Safety Executive or your Local Power Company).
- Page 18 Never operate the tractor or machine controls from any position other than from the driving seat, especially whilst hitching or unhitching the machine. Never carry out maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is running – the engine should be switched off, the key removed and pocketed.
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Page 19: Introduction
INTRODUCTION The Twose range of Boom Flail Trimmers has been designed with both the farmer and the contractor in mind - which has resulted in a boom flail with a very high specification - with many features not found on other machines. - Page 20 The cutter head design is of a ‘double skin’ construction for greater strength and longer life. The drive is by means of ‘vee’ belts from the hydraulic motor to the rotor, with the drive completely contained within the width of head for a cleaner cut. Twin ‘vee’...
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Page 21: Tractor Selection
TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Tractor Weight (Minimum) All Models – 3000kg (6600lbs) Tractor Power (Minimum) All Models – 65HP (48kW) Tractor PTO Tractors must be equipped with a power take off (PTO) shaft that must run at 450 rpm during operation. The PTO shaft should run clockwise when viewed from the rear of the tractor and ideally be of a 1⅜”... -
Page 22: Hydraulic Oil
HYDRAULIC OIL IMPORTANT The hydraulic system will have been 'run-up' and checked at the factory prior to the machines despatch. Home market machines are delivered pre-filled with oil. The hydraulic oil tank capacity for these models is 200 litres. The tank should be filled to 90% capacity, do not overfill the tank. -
Page 23: Machine Attachment
ATTACHING THE MACHINE TO THE TRACTOR IMPORTANT: - Ensure the machine is parked on a firm and level site away from bystanders or onlookers. Read and understand all instructions in this manual regarding Health, Safety and the use of this machine. FOR PIN TYPE LOWER LINKAGE EYES ONLY ... - Page 24 The pair of stabiliser arms can now be telescoped upwards/forwards to allow the top link coupler to be fitted to the tractor top link position. Secure upper end of stabiliser to tractor top link point using tractor top link pin and spring pin. ...
- Page 25 Measure the PTO shaft and cut to the dimension shown – the finished length of the PTO shaft should be 75mm (3”) less than the measured distance ‘A’ -between tractor shaft and gearbox stub shaft – to enable fitting. NOTE: For subsequent use with different tractors measure again, there must be a minimum shaft overlap of 150mm (6”).
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Page 28: Flail Motor Hose Installation
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Page 29: Operation Information
FLAIL TRIMMER - OPERATION INFORMATION The vehicle driver should be conversant with all tractor controls and capabilities. It is always advisable for the tractor driver to practice the controls and operations of the Flail Trimmer, in a safe open location away from potential hazards, prior to setting off into work. -
Page 30: Rotor Control - Direction Lock
ROTOR OPERATION DANGER VERY IMPORTANT It is very important that motor spool and motor spool control lever works in one direction only - From centre (OFF) position to selected (ON) 'rotor cut' direction position – permitting the rotor one direction of cut and the 'OFF' setting only. This eliminates the chance of going from ‘cut-up’... -
Page 31: Cable Controls
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Page 32: Cable Controls - Lever Functions
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Page 33: Cable Controls (Cranked Arm Models)
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Page 34: Cable Controls (Cranked Arm Models) - Lever Functions
CABLE CONTROLS – LEVER FUNCTIONS (Cranked Arm Models) -
Page 35: Low Pressure Controls - Operation And Functions
– LOW PRESSURE CONTROLS Operation and Functions (Refer to diagrams) Power ON – Connect Power Plug to battery. Power OFF – Disconnect power from hedgecutter to tractor. LEVER FUNCTIONS 1. Lever - Movement of the lever in a ‘Forward’ and ‘Backward’ direction operates the Main Arm: Forwards –... -
Page 36: Electric Proportional Controls
ELECTRIC PROPORTIONAL CONTROLS Power ON Power OFF / Emergency STOP Control Panel Buttons: Identification & Function On selection of a function, an LED on the button will be illuminated to indicate the function is active. - Page 37 Joystick Operation / Functions (A) Lift Control Angle Control (Default) Angle Control (Swap Mode) (B) Reach Control To activate the swap mode; press button #9 for >5 seconds Machine Control (Default) Tele OUT Tele IN (Default) (Default) Slew Forward Slew Backward (Swap Mode) (Swap Mode) Tele Control (Default)
- Page 38 Slew Control & Slew –Tele Swap The default controls for Slew operation are buttons #7 & 8 on the control panel. The unit features a built in Slew - Tele swap function which is activated by pressing button #9 on the control panel for 1 second;...
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Page 39: Hydraulic Controls - Cutting Position
HYDRAULIC CONTROLS - CUTTING POSITION The cutting head must at all times be lowered gently into the cutting position. Never ‘drop’ a flailhead into a hedge at speed. When cutting at ground level (grass etc.) the head must be lowered gently to give a slight contact pressure of roller to ground. - Page 40 SLIDING FLAILHEADS – Mounting Position Adjustment Head position adjustment must be performed with the unit located on a firm level site. Place head to rest on the ground. Loosen the 8 mounting nuts. Carefully operate ‘Reach’ to slide mounting bracket to the required position. Re-tighten mounting nuts in a ‘criss-cross’ sequence and torque to 95 Nm.
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Page 41: Transporting
TRANSPORTING Turn cutting head to vertical position with flails away from tractor. Swing machine rearwards by powering breakback ram to 'open' position. Fold 'in' second/outer boom with cutting head, until boom main tube contacts rubber buffer fixed to first boom. The cutting head should now be positioned behind and slightly inside tractor rear tyre. -
Page 42: Belt Adjustment
CUTTING HEAD ‘VEE’ BELT ADJUSTMENT To adjust the cutting head ‘vee’ belts the following procedure should be followed: - Position the cutting head on the ground in a safe level location with the drive end uppermost. Switch off the tractor engine, remove and pocket the key. ... -
Page 43: Belt Replacement
CUTTING HEAD ‘VEE’ BELT REPLACEMENT To replace the cutting head ‘vee’ belts the following procedure should be followed: - Hydraulically position cutting head to stand vertically on the ground with the drive end uppermost - this should be done on a firm and level location to ensure the cutting head is steady and safe in this position. -
Page 44: Rotor Removal & Replacement
ROTOR REMOVAL & REPLACEMENT Removal procedure: With the machine attached to the tractor, hydraulically position the cutting head vertically with the drive end downwards resting on the ground – select a firm level location and ensure the weight of the head is fully rested on the ground. ... -
Page 45: Roller Height Adjustment
ROLLER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The cutting height of the flail head may be adjusted to cut at 4 different heights; this is achieved by altering the mounting position of the roller on the flail head - refer to diagram below. To alter the roller position, each end bracket of the roller and the relative securing bolts will need to be positioned at either of the four position height options offered. -
Page 46: Machine Removal
REMOVING THE MACHINE FROM THE TRACTOR Select a good clear, level and firm site on which to detach and store the machine. IMPORTANT Use the hydraulics to lower the head onto the ground horizontally (as if you were cutting grass). ... - Page 47 Draw tractor slowly away - Many operators stop about 300mm (12") away to double- check that tractor and machine have completely separated and that no connections or couplings remain connected. Safety screens can now be removed if so desired. ...
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Page 48: Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE General Lubrication The example illustration opposite indicates the general locations of lubrication points - all points should be greased on a daily basis and prior storage of the machine. New machines must be greased prior to first use. Gearbox Lubrication Check gearbox oil level on new machines prior to first use, top up if required before using the machine. - Page 49 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 50 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 51 Avoid twisting the hose. Adjust the hose line to ensure freedom from rubbing or trapping before tightening hose end connections. All Hydraulic Hoses (BSP) fitted to the Twose Series Hedgecutters have ‘soft seal’ connections on both flail and ram circuit hoses.
- Page 52 CONTROL CABLES The control cables operate on a push/pull system with the spool centering springs always returning the spool to the neutral position when the handle is released. Care should be taken during installation and operation to ensure that the cables are not trapped or kinked.
- Page 53 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 54 TORQUE SETTINGS FOR FASTENERS The chart below lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners. This chart should be referred to when tightening or replacing bolts in order to determine the grade of bolt and the correct torque unless specific torque values are assigned in the text of the manual. Recommended torque is quoted in Foot-Pounds and Newton-Metres within this manual.
- Page 55 Tele Arm Wear Pads – TW 67T-5 Models Over a period of time during normal use the contact faces of the replaceable wear pads will erode due to friction generated from the sliding surfaces of the tele arm – the wear rate of these nylon compound pads may vary considerably and will be determined by the frequency of use of the telescopic function.
- Page 56 Prior to insertion of the tele dipper into the socket arm the 8 inner wear pads (those that oppose the adjusters) should be located into their positions within the arm - a dab of grease on the backs of these pads will help to keep them in place during the assembly procedure.
- Page 58 McConnel Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL. England. Telephone: 01584 873131. Facsimile: 01584 876463. www.mcconnel.com...
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