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Lawn Mower 1200 2015 1 Operator's Manual for Attachment Lawn Mower 1200 Product number For Avant 220 loaders A21127 Please read this ma nual carefully before using the equipment , and follow all instructions. Keep this ma nual for later reference.
Lawn Mower 1200 2015 1 CONTENTS 1. Foreword ................................. 4 2. Designed purpose of use ..........................5 3. Safety instructions for the Lawn Mower ....................... 6 4. Technical specifications ..........................9 Safety labels and main components of the attachment ....................9 5.
If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer.
2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT Lawn Mower 1200 is an attachment suitable for use with AVANT multi purpose loaders shown in Table 1. The lawn mower is suitable for residential and professional use as well. It is intended to be used to mow lawns on level, tended areas free of rocks, tree stumps, large branches, or other similar obstacles.
6 (26) 3. Safety instructions for the Lawn Mower Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage.
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7 (26) Never use the mower if all covers, blade guards, or other safety related parts are not intact and securely in place. Either the side discharge guard or mulching kit must always be installed. Check the blades and clean the mowing deck regularly. Read the instructions about maintenance and service and use only original blades.
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8 (26) Remember to wear proper protective clothing: The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A). Wear hearing protection while working with the loader. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety boots whenever working with the loader. Wear safety glasses when handling hydraulic components. Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment: Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat.
Maximum input of hydraulic energy: 18,5 MPa (185 bar), 30 l/min See Table 1 Compatible AVANT loaders: Choose a mower that is compatible with the loader. Do not exceed the maximum input of hydraulic energy or the operating pressure. 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings, which must be visible on the equipment.
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10 (26) Table 3 – Decal locations and warning messages Decal Explanation A46771 Read instructions before use. A46772 Crushing hazard - Do not go under a raised attachment; stay away from raised equipment. A46798 Risk of getting drawn into and crushed by belt drive components;...
11 (26) 5. Connecting the Lawn Mower to the loader Attaching the attachment to the loader is quick and easy, but it must be done carefully. The attachment is mounted to the loader boom by using the quick attach plate on the loader boom and the counterpart on the attachment.
12 (26) An attachment that has not been completely locked to the loader may fall on the boom or towards the operator, or fall under the loader during driving, causing loss of control of the loader. Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked.Before moving or lifting the attachment, make sure that the locking pin is in the lower position and comes slightly...
13 (26) Keep all fittings as clean as possible; use the protective caps on both the attachment and the loader. Dirt, ice, etc. may make using the fittings significantly more difficult. Never leave the hoses hanging on the ground; place the couplings onto the holder on the attachment.
14 (26) 6. Instructions for use Check the attachment and the operating environment once more before starting to work, and that all obstacles have been removed from the operating area. Quick inspection of the equipment and the operating area before use are parts of ensuring safety and the best performance of the equipment.
15 (26) 6.2 Using the mower To start the lawn mower, turn the auxiliary hydraulics lever of the loader to its locked position. The mower can be stopped by releasing the lever. If the hydraulic hoses are connected incorrectly when using the conventional quick couplings, the lawn mower will not start running.
16 (26) 6.3 Working on uneven ground Extra caution is needed when using the equipment on inclined terrains and slopes. Drive slowly especially on inclined, uneven, or slippery surfaces, and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction. Operate the controls of the loader with careful and smooth movements.
17 (26) 6.5 Adjusting the cutting height The cutting height can be adjusted by using the plastic sleeves on the vertical axles of the bearing wheels. The mower does not need to be disconnected from the loader while adjusting the height. To adjust the height: 1.
18 (26) Rear discharge mode (configurable): If necessary, the lawn mower can be set to a rear ejection mode by removing a rear discharge cover.Rear discharge requires less power than mulching mode, so it is often practical in large areas, as it makes it possible to mow slightly longer grass and at higher travel speed.
Finding any fault means that the hydraulic hose or component must be replaced and the equipment must not be used until it is repaired. Spare parts are available from your nearest AVANT retailer or authorised service point. Leave the repair work to professional service technicians, if you don’t have adequate knowledge and...
20 (26) 7.2 Cleaning and lubricating the mower Drying grass may build up to decrease the performance of the mower and should be removed after each use. The mower deck should only be cleaned manually to avoid damaging the bearings. Stop the loader and disconnect hydraulic couplings, then remove grass by using a stick or brush.
21 (26) 7.4 Fastening of the blades The blades are connected with a a central bolt and two shear bolts. To protect the blades and the bearings of the mower, the shear bolts break or bend if the blades hit a rock other heavy obstacle. The shear bolts and the timing of the blades must be checked after the blades collide heavily with an obstacle.
22 (26) If necessary, the belt is adjusted by moving the belt pulley. 1. Loosen the four bolts holding the pulley base at the other end of the belt. 2. Tighten bolts 2, until the belt is correctly tightened. 3. Tighten the four retaining bolts. recheck belt tightness.
23 (26) 8. Warranty terms Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures. The warranty covers repair costs as follows: Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory.
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Hydraulisk gräsklippare; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare Hydraulisk lenklipper; redskap for Avant minilastere A21127 Hydraulisk græsklipper redskab til Avant Minilæssere Hydraulic lawn mower; attachment for Avant loaders A21334 Hydraulische Rasenmäher; Anbaugerät für Avant Radlader Tondeuse à commande hydraulique destinée à être utilisée avec les chargeuses Avant 4.8.2015 Ylöjärvi, Finland...
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