Heavy duty flail mower with hydraulic side shift (52 pages)
Summary of Contents for Victory EMSD Series
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Operator's Manual V3.0 EMSD SERIES Standard Duty Embankment Flail Mower 48” 56” 64”...
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V3.0 April 2024 The EMSD 40” mower was removed. A separate Manual is made for EMSD 40”. 5-7-10 Assembly text updated for EMSD 48-56-64” New Part lists. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 2 of 60 - Version 3.0...
The Hydraulic extension arm has up to 52ʺ reach. Vertical rotation from –55 degrees up to +90 degrees. It cuts heights up to 3ʹ and up to 1 ¼ʺ in thickness. Victory EMSD 48-64” mowers are designed for tractors as low as 25-60 HP. Depending on the machine type and the working width.
This Warranty is limited to the replacement of any defective part by Victory Tractor Implements and does not cover wearable items, normal wear and tear, lost parts, or the PTO shaft. Victory Tractor Implements reserves the right to inspect any equipment or parts claimed to be defective in material or workmanship.
You must read this manual before assembling and operating the device. About This Manual This Operator’s manual belongs to the owner of the Victory EMSD Flail mower. Read this Operator’s Manual before operating the EMSD mower •...
(562) 534-8182. Victory has trained technicians, spare parts, and equipment to service the device. The parts on your machine are specially designed; replace these parts always with genuine Victory parts. Please reference your order number or serial number when calling.
Always adhere to the recommendations and warnings in this manual. They are the recommendations of Victory Tractor Implements and several essential component manufacturers. If you ignore these recommendations, there will be no warranty. Any warranty claim will be rejected if you exceed the maintenance intervals for the claim for the essential machine components.
Do not remove the warning decals, stickers, or markings that were brought. Always clean the machine properly and keep the workplace free of dirt and obstacles. Always ensure sufficient ambient lighting. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 10 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Always use tools that are in a good state of repair. Ensure you know how to use the tools before doing any work. ONLY use replacement parts from the same brand as the relevant part. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 11 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Visually inspect the embankment flail mower; check all fasteners and securing parts. Ensure the PTO shaft does not come apart or bottom out during the normal lifting range. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 12 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery on 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 speed that does not allow adequate control of steering and stopping.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Always treat any fluid injected into the skin within a few hours. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 14 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Provide a proper clearance zone for the driveline operation to avoid damaging the shielding components. Some common areas of interference are: Three-point linkage. Extended or eye loop hitch pins. Hydraulic hoses. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 15 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Like most other components, drivelines must be appropriately used, including proper tractor master shields and implement input connection shields. Please contact us if you have any questions about your driveline applications. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 16 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Read and follow their directions. Keep all safety decals clean and legible. Replace all damaged or missing decals or labels. To order new ones, call Victory Tractor Implements. Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified.
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WARNING Decal • Danger of cutting off body parts. WARNING Decal • Hazard of rotating components. WARNING Decal • Do not come too close to the machine. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 18 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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• Relieve pressure on the system before repairing or adjusting. WARNING Decal • Swinging devices, keep a safe distance. ATTENTION POINT Decal near to grease points. • Ad grease regularly to the desired nipple. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 19 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Concerning this flail mower, calamities arise when unauthorized persons use the machine. Never lend the flail mower without the Operator's manual. Ensure that people always read and understand the manual content before use. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 20 of 60 - Version 3.0...
DOES NOT CONTAIN ANY GEARBOX OIL, GREASE, AND HYDRAULIC FLUID NEEDED FOR OPERATION (DUE TO DOT REGULATIONS). • BEFORE USING THE MOWER, ALWAYS READ THE MANUAL COMPLETELY CAREFULLY. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 21 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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. N O T I C E : • Retain the shipping crate for at least 30 days if the machine needs to be returned for any reason.
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Fit the beam bracket on the narrow and wide linkage arms and fix both arms one by one in the beam bracket mounting holes. Insert the bolt. Do not mount the nut yet. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 23 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Secure the pin using the cotter pin. Insert the second support leg in the hitch bracket. Secure the support leg in the correct position. The hitch must be level. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 24 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Hydraulic hoses routing. Correctly mount the Banjo bolts. Always use two bonded seal rings, as shown. It is essential to prevent leakage. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 25 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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They must be precisely in a vertical line. Ensure the belt tension is correct. Carefully tighten the gearbox bottom bolts without moving the gearbox. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 26 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Tighten nuts (2) & (3) on both sides. Ensure both pulleys align vertically. Use a steel ruler. Correct if necessary. Install the upper and lower pulley cover if the belt tension is adjusted correctly. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 27 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Allen bolts in the middle of the pulleys. STEP 13: PTO Joint Protection Cone Mount the PTO Joint protection cone on the gearbox using four bolts M8x20 with washers and spring washers. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 28 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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When the tractor is idling, switch on the PTO. Slowly raise the PTO speed until 540 rpm. Check that everything works smoothly, correctly, and safely. Correct if necessary. Check all hydraulic functions. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 29 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Attach the PTO shaft, and position the shear bolt at the implement side. Step 20: Fasteners Check again that all fasteners of the whole machine are tightened correctly. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 30 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Accidents are most likely to occur with machines loaned or rented to someone who has not read the Operator’s manual and is unfamiliar with a Flail mower. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 31 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Disengage the PTO, set the parking brake, lower the implement to the ground, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and allow rotating pieces to come to a complete stop. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 32 of 60 -...
PTO speed is 540 rpm (not 540 engine rpm). The standard duty flail mower running speed is 540 rpm. Lower rpm can damage the flail mower if the material jams and stops rotation. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 33 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Refer to your tractor manual for PTO instructions and Hydraulic system instructions. Read and understand how to quickly stop the tractor and mower movement in an emergency. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 34 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Your PTO shaft comes with a chain on the shield. Secure the chain to the tractor and the implement. This will prevent the protection from spinning during operation. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 35 of 60 - Version 3.0...
PTO shaft’s overall length does not exceed the full recorded size in step 2. Set the tractor’s 3-point lift height if needed to keep the PTO shaft from exceeding the maximum allowable length. 5.10.2 Checking the PTO Shaft’s Interference Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 36 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Check that the working area is relatively smooth and free of obstacles. Always maintain a full view of the working area during operation. Keep animals far away from the machine. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 37 of 60 - Version 3.0...
See Chapter ‘Assembling.’ STEP 4: Raise the mower and remove the blocks. Place the mower on the ground. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 38 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Refer to your tractor manual for Hydraulic system instructions. You should know to quickly stop the tractor and mower movements in an emergency. OTHER ACTIVITIES Ordering Parts Contact Victory Tractor Implements to order spare parts. When ordering spare parts, you must always have the following information: Machine name and type. Machine serial number.
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.
To avoid skipping certain parts, a good practice is to follow the direction of the oil. Starting at the reservoir. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 41 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Check all nuts and bolts in connection parts; replace them if required. Pump grease into each grease nipple three to five times. Clean the implement; take away all debris and residue. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 42 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Remove the two bolts to open the inspection plate. Use your hands to check the belt tension quickly and easily. If the belts require tensioning, follow the procedure stated below. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 44 of 60 - Version 3.0...
To maintain the shaft, follow this procedure: Remove the shaft from the mower and put it on a workbench. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 45 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Do not aim a high-pressure water beam directly at wiring, breathers, or hydraulic components' sealings of drive components. Always protect venting spots from the inlet of large amounts of water. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 46 of 60 - Version 3.0...
If the procedures in this section do not solve the problem, the owner should contact the Victory Service department for assistance. The Flail mower is designed to work on an unplowed and plowed field. It is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance.
Information on different waste collection is available from your municipal environmental organization. 7.12 List of Consumables SAE 85/90 Gearbox oil. Grease; Grade Type II. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 48 of 60 - Version 3.0...
Wear parts are permanently excluded from the warranty. Wearing parts for these flail mowers: Drive belts. Flails. Conter knives. Defence parts. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 49 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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VICTORY EMSD 48-56-64” Exploded View; Linkage Parts Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 53 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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VICTORY EMSD 48-56-64” Linkage Part numbers Pos.: Part No. Description: Qty. BCRL125-011 3 Point Hitch BCRL125-023 Beam Bracket BCRL125-015 Over Turning Bracket BCRL125 Big Beam BCRL125-013 Small Beam BCRL125-101 Swin Oil Cylinder BCRL125-105 Short Pin BCRL125-106 Long Pin BCRL125-014 Short Leg...
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VICTORY EMSD 48-56-64” Exploded View; Rotor Shaft Parts Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 55 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 58 of 60 - Version 3.0...
The hydraulic extension arm has up to 90ʺ reach. Vertical rotation from -55° up to +90°. Electronically balanced Spiral Rotor shaft. Replaceable flails, 400 g. PTO shaft included. CE Tested following the 2006/42/EC Machine directive. Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 59 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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Standard Hinge Bracket dimensions for EMSD mowers: Operator’s Man. Victory EMSD 48-56-64” - Page 60 of 60 - Version 3.0...
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