Setting Up And Adjustment - McConnel MAGNUM HEAVY DUTY Series Operator's Manual

SETTING UP AND ADJUSTMENT

TOP LINKAGE
The upper linkage of the machine offers the choice of 2 attachment points for specific
types of working conditions; the choices allow either fixed or floating attachment – refer to
photo below.
Floating position (B1) should always be used
when working on hilly or uneven terrain to
protect the machine and linkage from damage.
Fixed position (B2) may be used when working
on even level terrain such as playing fields and
other similar areas that present a lower degree
of stress on the linkage.
Upper linkage connection positions ►
WARNING: Always use top linkage floating position (B1) when working on hilly, sloping or
undulating terrain.
CUTTING HEIGHT
The height of cut is dependent on working conditions and volume of material. The cutting
height can be regulated with the hydraulic system on the tractor and/or rear roller
adjustment – see photo opposite. The minimum height of cut should be between 1 – 3cm.
NOTE: The machine must always run on the rear
roller not the side skids – side skids are a
protection feature and in normal working
conditions remain clear of the ground.
OFFSETTING
As standard these machines are equipped with
hydraulic offsetting to allow for work beyond the
width of the tractor - adjustment to the required
position can be carried out from the tractor cab
by operation of the hydraulic sideshift ram.
The maximum offset capability is 530mm.
When operating the offset feature the machine
must be raised clear of the ground to allow for
free sideways movement.
WARNING: Always raise the machine clear of the ground before operation of the offset feature.
Hydraulic Offsetting Ram ►
WARNING: Do not allow the rotor flails to contact
the ground - set roller height to allow a minimum
flail to ground clearance of 1 to 3cm.
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