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Operator Manual & Parts List MAJOR RANGE OF GRASS TOPPERS Models: 800SM-HD, 900SM-HD, 7FTGDX-HD, 9FTGDX-HD and 909HD Rev4-313...
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Major reserves the right to modify the machinery and the technical data contained within the manual without prior notice. Further to this, Major assumes no liability for any damages which may result from the use of the information contained within this manual.
Maintenance PTO Shaft Maintenance Shearbolt Replacement Maintenance Schedule Trouble Shooting Spare Parts 7FTGDX-HD (709HD) Overview 9FTGDX-HD Overview 909HD Overview 9FTGDX-HD and 909HD Wheel Assembly 800SM-HD Overview 800SM-HD Body 900SM-HD Overview 900SM-HD Body 800SM and 900SM Hydraulics Blades PTO Shafts Gearboxes...
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• being reached by upper and lower limbs. I certify on behalf of Major Equipment Int. Ltd., that this machine when properly installed and operated correctly, complies with all the essential Health & Safety requirements of all legislation referred to above.
Product Identification Machine Serial Numbers If you need to contact MAJOR or your MAJOR dealer for information on servicing or spare parts, always provide the product model and serial numbers. We suggest that you record your machine details below:...
Operating Safely The MAJOR Topper is designed to operate at 540 RPM. Ensure tractor PTO output is set at 540 RPM. The MAJOR Topper must only be used for cutting grass. Moreover, it must only be used with a suitable tractor (see product specifi- cations) and driven by an adequate drive-line by the tractor PTO.
First cut shield “1” and use part “2” as a reference to cut the splined shaft. • Proceed in the same way for the second half. • Trim and chamfer the two cut ends of the PTO and clean off all swarf www.major-equipment.com...
The acoustic pressure was measured at a distance of 2.6m from the centre of the machine and at a height of 2.0m, with the implement operating in a no load condition - 90 dBA. In a loaded condition & a PTO rate of 540 rpm the obtained value was 97dBA. www.major-equipment.com...
Key to Main Parts 9FTGDX and 909HD No Name A Frame Strap PTO guard Gearbox cover Rotor gearbox Back guard Skid Front guard Wheel option 909HD & 9FTGDX only (if ordering a wheel kit post sale, please contact MAJOR for fitting instructions) www.major-equipment.com...
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Always ensure the pins lock the PTO shaft yoke ends onto the spline shafts on both the tractor and the implement. An unlocked shaft could slip out of position, causing notable mechanical damage and serious injury to both operator and bystanders. www.major-equipment.com...
1. Check machine is hitched to the tractor as described. Ensure the tractor parking brake is applied 2. Lift the body clear from the ground with the tractor 3 point linkage 3. Transform the machine into transport position by hydraulic control. 4. Lock in position with the transport locking pin. www.major-equipment.com...
3. Transform the machine into mowing position by hydraulic control. 4. Locate transport locking pin as shown previously Never place limbs under the machine while rotors are turning. Rotors can remain turning for up to 1 minute after disengaging PTO www.major-equipment.com...
Mowing - All Models 1. The MAJOR Topper is designed to operate at a max 540 rpm. Always operate on level ground when connecting / unconnecting the implement. This will prevent dangerous movement. 2. Ensure bystanders are clear from the machine & cannot be hit with debris expelled from the machine.
Good, regular maintenance and correct use are if the Topper is to remain safe and long lasting. PTO Shaft Maintenance Guard Removal and Yoke End Greasing Prise back locking tabs Pull back PTO Guard Grease points as shown Push Guard into position Click into place Tie check chain PTO Guard Greasing Intervals www.major-equipment.com...
4. Slide yoke shield securely in place IMPORTANT Fit PTO shaft with the shearbolt end connected to the Topper as directed on the PTO guarding Use only genuine MAJOR replacement shear bolts. M8X50 BZP -8.8 Maintenance Schedule Grease the following:...
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Advancing into grass too rapidly Reduce forward speed behind tractor while Very heavy crop Reduce forward speed and / or change cutting height cutting. Pressure relief valve is set too low Adjust relief valve until cutting deck stops falling back www.major-equipment.com...
NOTE: Outer guards must be replaced with shorter varient. Part number SL45-RG. Short guard (SL45 RG) Standard 9’ guard (SL65 RG) Short guard (SL45 RG) Note: Outer guards must be replaced with shorter variant. Part No: SL45 RG Wheel assembly www.major-equipment.com...
800SM-HD Grass Topper Overview Item Part No Description CAT 2 PIN DIA 25.4x110mm 8SM-BGA 800SM BODY ASSY GREASE NIPPLE 1/8" STR 8SM5 DAMPER BAR 8SM11-2 PTO GUARD (OVAL) 8SM8 TOP LINK FLOAT HINGE 9162 CAT 2 PIN DIA 28.5x113mm 9SM-CA01...
Blades 240518 PRO-CUT BLADE SYSTEMS - on all machines from April 2009 MACHINE MODEL: 800SM-HD MACHINE MODEL: 900SM-HD, 9FTGDX-HD Blade System: 1239-D-BL and 1239-D-BR Blade System: 1385V3-D-BL and 1385V3-D-BR Item Part No Description Item Part No Description DF-BMP J205 G/BOX BLADE MOUNT 1/2F 1/2”...
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M20 NYLOC NUT M20x60BZP M20x60 BOLT M20x60BZP M20x60 BOLT 9GTB/A SWING BLADE (Anti-Clk) 12T-BBS BLADE BACK SPACER 12T-BBS BLADE BACK SPACER 12T-LBB OVERLAP BLADE BUSH 12T-LBB OVERLAP BLADE BUSH 9GTB/C SWING BLADE (Clk) MACHINE 1 clockwise 7FTGDX-HD 1 anti clockwise www.major-equipment.com...
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Warranty: This machine is guaranteed for 12 months. No warranty is given where the machine is being used as a hire machine. Warranty is against faulty workmanship or parts, with the exception of components not of MAJOR’S manufacture or design, i.e.
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HEAD OFFICE Major Equipment Intl Ltd Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo Ireland Tel: +353 (0) 9496 30572 UK OFFICE Major Equipment Ltd Major Ind. Estate, Heysham, Lancs, LA3 3JJ, UK Tel: +44 (0) 1524 850501 Netherlands & Germany OFFICE Major Equipment Intl Ltd...
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