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- Page 1 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 R Series Flail Mowers R190/R225/R245/R270 Edition 1.1 – August 2016 Part No. 8999047...
- Page 2 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Spearhead R Series Flail Mowers R190/R225/R245/R270 Handbook & Parts Manual Please ensure that this manual is handed to the operator before using the machine for the first time. The operator must fully understand the contents of this manual before using this machine.
- Page 3 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 CE Declaration of Conformity, Conforming to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC We, Spearhead Machinery Ltd, Green View, Salford Priors, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW hereby declare that: Product ……………………………………………..………………………… Product Code ……………………………………………..………………………… Serial No ……………………………………………..……..…………………. Type ……………………………………………..………………………… Manufactured by: Alamo Manufacturing Services (UK) Limited, Station Road,...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Contents Operator Section General Information Machine Description & Purpose of Use Machine Identification Technical Data Technical Specifications Safety Features Safety Information Safety Decals Vehicle/Tractor Preparation Machine Attachment PTO Shaft Setting Up & Adjustment Offsetting Flails Drive Belts... -
Page 5: General Information
General Information Always read this manual before fitting or operating the machine – whenever any doubt exists contact your dealer or the Spearhead Machinery Service Department for advice and assistance. Use only Spearhead Genuine Service Parts on Spearhead Equipment and Machines DEFINITIONS –... -
Page 6: Machine Identification
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 The R series of machines are ‘3-point linkage’ tractor mounted mid-sized flail mower/shredders suitable for tractors of 50HP and above. Designed primarily for the mulching of grasses, brambles, bushes, branches, vines, and general crop residues their tough construction and choice of working widths of 1.9m, 2.2m, 2.4m or 2.7m with offsetting capability of up to 400mm make them ideal... -
Page 7: Technical Data
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Technical Data Component Identification 1. Frame 2. Gearbox 3. Sliding Tubes 4. 3-Point Linkage 5. Belt Drive / Belt Guard 6. Skid 7. Rear Roller 8. Protection Flaps 9. Stand Leg Technical Specifications SPECIFICATION R190 R225 R245... -
Page 8: Safety Features
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Safety Features Location Of Machine Safety Features 1. PTO Shaft Shields 2. Drive Belt Guard 3. Side Skids 4. Protection Flaps 5. Safety Decals... -
Page 9: Safety Information
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Safety Information General Safety Rules: ▲ Always read and follow the instructions for the use and maintenance of the machine before carrying out any work operations or servicing tasks. ▲ Improper use of the machine is both highly dangerous to persons and damaging to the machine components –... -
Page 10: Safety Decals
No advice given here can replace ‘good common sense’ and ‘total awareness’ at all times, but will go a long way towards the safe use of your Spearhead Machinery machine. Safety Decals 1. -
Page 11: Vehicle/Tractor Preparation
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 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. 73 13 324) using the hooks provided. Shape the mesh to cover all vulnerable areas. -
Page 12: Machine Attachment
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Attaching The Machine To The Tractor Attachment of the machine to the tractor should always be performed on a firm level site. Before attachment always ensure: • The machine is in good condition. • All safety guards are in good working condition and correctly fitted. -
Page 13: Pto Shaft
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 PTO Shaft PTO Shaft Management 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. - Page 14 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Approximate overlap length of PTO shaft with machine lowered to the ground ▲ Approximate gap length of PTO protection tube with machine in working position ▲ Fit torque chains to shaft guards to prevent rotation ►...
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Page 15: Setting Up & Adjustment
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Top Linkage The machines top linkage point (B) has two working modes; floating and fixed – refer to photo below. Top linkage working positions ► Floating position (B1) should always be used when working on hilly or uneven terrain to protect the machine and linkage from damage. -
Page 16: Offsetting
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Offsetting The machine can be placed into an offset position to allow for work beyond the width of the tractor – depending on the particular specification of the machine offsetting operation will either be manual or hydraulic. -
Page 17: Drive Belts
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Drive Belts Belt Tension It is important for both optimal machine performance and long lasting belt life that belts are correctly tensioned at all times. Tension is correct when a force of 10 kg exerted on the belts at their mid-point between the upper and lower pulleys deviates the belts by 15mm. -
Page 18: Pre-Operational Checks
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Belt Adjustment Adjustment of the belt tension is performed by loosening the adjuster locking nut (A) and slackening half-shaft lock bolt (B) along with the four gearbox mounting bolts (C) – refer to photos below. Adjuster bolt (D) can then be turned to increase or decrease belt tension until belt deviation matches the required measurement –... -
Page 19: Operation
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Operation Ensure that the operator is suitably qualified to use a machine of this nature and that they have fully read and understood this manual - they should be aware of all safety aspects relating to the safe use of the machine. It is advisable that all ‘first time’... -
Page 20: Detachment And Storage
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Transport The following must be observed at all times when transporting the machine: • Machine must always be switched off. • Machine must be raised. • Speed must be kept to a minimum especially on bumpy roads or terrain. -
Page 21: Maintenance
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Maintenance All maintenance, cleaning and repair operations must be performed with the machine firmly lowered to the ground and detached from the tractor or with the PTO disconnected, engine switched off and starting key removed. For any... - Page 22 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Grease Points Lubricate the points indicated below using type LIS 3 grease. A. Rear Roller L/H Bearing C. Rotor Shaft L/H Bearing B. Rear Roller R/H Bearing D. Rotor Shaft R/H Bearing Gearbox Lubrication The photos opposite shows the lubrication access points for the gearbox and half-shaft –...
- Page 23 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Flail Replacement The rotor and flails should be inspected for wear or damage on a regular basis – missing, damaged or worn flails should be replaced immediately. When replacing a flail the diametrically opposite flail should also be replaced at the same time in order to maintain rotor balance.
- Page 24 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 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 –...
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Page 25: Troubleshooting
R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDIES Irregular Cut Worn, bent or broken flails Replace flails RPM too low Increase RPM Machine not level to the Correct mounting on ground tractor Clogged material caused by Reduce forward speed excessive forward speed... -
Page 26: Warranty
The Spearhead Warranty Spearhead warrants that the Spearhead machine referred to in the Warranty Registration Form will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of sale. This warranty does not affect your statutory rights, but merely adds to them. - Page 27 Spearhead within 14 days after the first annual service. 3. The extended warranty does not cover costs of transportation of the machinery to or from the dealer or Spearhead or the call out costs or traveling expenses of on-site visits Transfer of Warranty...
- Page 28 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Spearhead R Series Flail Mowers R190/R225/R245/ R270 Parts Manual...
- Page 29 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Taper Lock Torque Setting = 45Nm...
- Page 30 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION. QUANTITY 1061435 FRAME R190 1061444 FRAME R190 LH 1061436 FRAME R225 1061447 FRAME R225 LH 1061437 FRAME R245 1061463 FRAME R245 LH 1061438 FRAME R270 1061464 FRAME R270 LH 1061440 FRAME R190 FRONT...
- Page 31 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION. QUANTITY. 1061484 PTO SHAFT SHIELD PVC 1(2) 1(2) 1061246 PTO SHAFT SHIELD PVC 1(2) 1(2) 1061106 UNDERLAYING PLATE 1061462 PLATE 312 1061533 PLATE 311 1061142 GEARBOX FLANGE 1061439 SHIELD 1061522 SHIELD 2006...
- Page 32 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION. QUANTITY. 1061171 FLAP 140 1061034 Y-BLADE 1061100 HAMMER 1061416 Y SLEEVE 1061036 Y SPACER 21233.01 BELT XPB 1250 1061173 BEARING SLIDE PC – EXT 45 1061174 SLIDE PC – INT 100 1061175...
- Page 33 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270...
- Page 34 R Series R190/R225/R245/R270 Spearhead Machinery Ltd Green View Salford Priors Evesham Worcestershire WR11 8SW Tel: 01789 491860 Fax: 01789 778683 www.spearheadmachinery.com enquiries@spearheadmachinery.com...
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