Manual info: These are the original Safety Regulations and Instructions. The English language is binding. No part of this documentation may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Victory Tractor Implements. History of changes: Assembly & Operation Instructions:...
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3.3.3 Emergency stop procedure ........................16 3.3.4 General Operating Warnings: ........................16 3.3.5 Preparation ..............................17 3.3.6 Hooking the mower to a vehicle ........................ 17 3.3.7 Inspection checklist ............................ 17 3.3.8 Test the flail mower ........................... 17 Starting and stopping the engine ........................18 3.4.1 Start the engine ............................
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This YELLOW symbol indicates All CAUTION notifications. Always adhere to this manual's safety instructions, regulations, and warnings. They are the recommendations of Victory Tractor Implements and several essential component manufacturers. If you ignore these regulations, there will be no warranty.
2.2.1 Introduction The machine design is such that safe use and maintenance are possible. Anyone who works with it must know the instructions and regulations stated in this manual. The owner ensures that users know the Safety instructions, regulations, and observations. While handling, assembling and maintaining the implement adhering to all recommended safety instructions and ensuring that the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used.
Ensure that all hoisting equipment, such as lifting straps, hooks, or ropes, is in a good state of repair and can safely bear the equipment's weight. Never bypass door interlocks or safety sensors and switches. Leaking chemicals, oil, or water on electrical equipment can result in severe damage or fire. Watch for hot parts on switched-off components and hot liquids in lines, pipes, and compartments to prevent burns.
• Use flashing warning lights if you cross public roads. The maximum transport speed for any Victory implement is twenty mph on paved surfaces and ten mph maximum on an unpaved surface. Do not exceed. Never travel at a rate that does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping.
Never allow riders on the mower. Not Allowed Use It is not allowed to use Victory implements for other activities than described under ‘Intended use’ in the User Manual. Safety decals that may be present on your tractor implement Your Victory tractor implement comes equipped with all necessary safety decals in place.
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WARNING Decal WARNING Decal • Danger of being caught by rotating • Swinging devices, keep a safe parts. distance. WARNING Decal WARNING Decal • Do not stand on moving • Danger of cutting off body parts. implements. WARNING Decal WARNING Decal •...
ASSEMBLING and OPERATION The machine comes from the factory in a shipping configuration. Before starting, clear the area of bystanders, especially children, and animals. Ensure sufficient clearance to access the machine from all sides during assembly. Important Assembly Notes: N O T I C E : •...
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STEP 1: Unpack Unpack the crate and check that all parts are secure. Please contact us immediately if any part is missing or damaged at Victory Tractor Implements. Scope of delivery: Mower body with a gasoline engine and flail shaft Drawbar with sole plate weldment.
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Step 4: Obtain different drawbar offset angles Loosen central bolt (1). Pull out the locking lever handle (2) and turn it in the desired direction. Release the locking lever handle before the corresponding fitting hole. Tighten bolt (1). STEP 5: Check the hinged rear gate The hinged rear gate (1) allows easier cleaning, flail replacement, and general maintenance.
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Step 7: Check the engine oil This engine was shipped from manufacturer Briggs & Stratton® without oil. Mower manufacturers or dealers may have added oil to the engine. Before you start the engine for the first time, check the oil level and add oil according to the instructions in this manual.
Operation 3.3.1 Warnings and Rules for Safe Operation W A R N I N G S ! • Ensure you understand all operating procedures for the MATV Heavy-duty Flail mower. • Never operate the Flail mower while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. •...
Stay alert for uneven terrain, holes, rocks, roots, and other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs and dangers that could cause a rollover. Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting or operating on hillsides, over rough ground, and when working close to ditches or fences. Be careful and slow down when turning sharp corners and changing direction on slopes.
If this continues to happen, reduce ground speed and raise the working depth of the Flail mower. • Always stop the engine before removing objects from the rotor shaft. • Never travel at a fast ground speed while using the mower; this could damage the mower.
Starting and stopping the engine 3.4.1 Start the engine Ensure you understand all the information described in Chapter ‘Safety,’ Open the fuel cock. Push the start button. 3.4.2 Stopping the mower If you want to stop the engine after intensive use, let it idle for at least 4 minutes to cool down. When the engine has cooled down (approx.
Make sure both machines are on a flat piece of ground. Untighten the securing nuts (1) to loosen the two-way lead screw pipe (2). Turn the two-way lead screw pipe until the bottom of the sides of the mower aligns with the ground.
Adjusting the skids height Mower skids, or mower shoes or runners, are added to the bottom of a lawn mower deck to help prevent the blades from scalping the lawn. They are typically made of solid metal and are positioned on either side of the mower deck.
Drive belts tension check and Adjustment The belts must permanently be correctly tensioned for optimal machine performance and long life-time. 4.5.1 Drive belts tension check Always check belt tension after the initial first 2 hours of use. The belt tension is correct when a force of 10 kg exerted on one belt at the mid-point between the upper and lower pulleys deviates the belts by 15 Check the tightening of all hexagon bolts in the...
This manual describes periodic maintenance that the owner can do. However, any care that requires special tools or technical experience should be left to Victory's authorized service technicians. Check the mower tines frequently. They must be sharp, free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
Greasing Wipe grease nipples with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit. Replace and repair broken nipples immediately. If nipples do not take grease, remove and clean them thoroughly; clean the lubricant passageway. Replace nipples if necessary. The yellow stickers with a grease gun indicate where the essential grease nipples are.
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Grease Rotor Bearings: Check the Flail hammer's condition: Check or grease Height adjusting system: Check tires pressure: Check the condition of the battery and connections: Inspect Rotor bearings: Check Wheel bearings: Check the Safety decal's presence: Check all Safety guards are intact: Check side skids: Check Centrifugal clutch (Wear / Function): Check and grease the belts tension system:...
5.2.1 General troubleshooting list for gasoline engines Possible causes: Broken Improper Dirt in Incorrect Engine Dirty air Faulty Fusible Fuel Fuel Fuel line Oil level overload filter Spark plug Problem link Will not start Hard starting Stops suddenly Lacks power Operates Erratically Knocks or pings...
Problem: Possible Cause: Solution: Bearings are tight or • Bearings dirty or ungreased. • Clear & grease bearings. overheating. • Bearing worn to excess • Replace bearing. Belts are overheating. • Belts slipping on pulleys. • Adjust belt tension. • Blades are contacting the ground. •...
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Victory MATV 2023 Parts List Pos.: Description: Qty. Engine Trailer hook coupling Trailer arm Shaft circlip ø8 Hand shank Adjusting lever Spring Sole Plate Belt cover 1 Belt cover 2 Bolts for belt cover M8x20 Clutch, two-belt version Belt tensioner Engine shaft key 6.35x50...
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Pos.: Description: Qty. Wheel bracket Wheels arm Bolt M12x130 Crossbeam Roller Bearing seat Bearing 6205 Shaft circlip 25 Oil seal Roller Left plate Roller Right plate Locking nut M12 Flat washer ø10 Hammer blade MATV 48” Hammer blade MATV 60” Heavy duty hammer blade: MATV 48”...
Torque Specifications The table below gives the correct torque values for various bolts, nuts, and cap screws. Tighten all bolts to the torques specified unless otherwise noted. Check the tightness of bolts periodically, using this bolt torque chart as a guide. Replace fasteners with the same length and grade of bolt.
Important mower dimensions: A = 40 cm B = 112 cm C = 110 cm D = 13 cm E = 180 cm (MATV 48”) / 210 cm (MATV 60”) F = 138 cm (MATV 48”) / 168 cm (MATV 60”) Briggs &...
APPENDIX General troubleshooting list for gasoline engines Problem Cause Warning light on. The Engine Control Unit has detected a malfunction. The engine does not start. • Sulfated battery terminals corroded. • The battery voltage is too low. • Low fuel level. •...
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