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A438926 2023 3 EN 2023-
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Flail mower
A36730
A441550
A36015
This manual includes instructions for options:
Roller cleaner
Hydraulic oil cooler kit
A455171
A455164
A453690
A450884
Flail mower 2023 3
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- Page 1 Flail mower 2023 3 Operator's Manual for Attachment Flail mower Product number: This manual includes instructions for options: Roller cleaner Hydraulic oil cooler kit Flail Mower 1200 A36730 A455171 Flail Mower 1350 A441550 A455164 Flail Mower 1500 A36015 A453690 A450884 www.avanttecno.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Flail mower 2023 3 CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ............................4 Warning symbols used in this manual ........................... 5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE......................6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ............7 Personal protective equipment ..........................9 Safe shutdown procedure ............................10 4. -
Page 4: Foreword
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. -
Page 5: Warning Symbols Used In This Manual
5 (40) Warning symbols used in this manual The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”... -
Page 6: Designed Purpose Of Use
It is recommended that the Avant is equipped with a cab (L, LX, DLX or GT) in order to protect the driver against debris that might get thrown by the mower. -
Page 7: Safety Instructions For Using The Attachment
7 (40) 3. Safety instructions for using the attachment 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. - Page 8 8 (40) Always transport the mower as low and as close to the machine as possible to keep the centre of gravity low. On slippery surfaces drive slowly and deliberately. Operate the controls of the loader slowly and calmly especially on inclined terrain. ...
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Page 9: Personal Protective Equipment
9 (40) Crushing hazard - Never allow anyone to get under a lifted attachment or loader boom. Keep in mind that the loader boom can be lowered or tilted even if the engine has WARNING been shut down. The loader is not intended to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods. -
Page 10: Safe Shutdown Procedure
10 (40) 3.2 Safe shutdown procedure Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment: Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off. -
Page 11: Technical Specifications
34 l/min 50 l/min 68 l/min Maximum input of hydraulic energy: 20,0 MPa (200 bar) 20,0 MPa (200 bar) 20,0 MPa (200 bar) Compatible AVANT loaders: See Table 1 Options Roller cleaner 1200: A455171 Roller cleaner 1350: A455164 Roller cleaner 1500:... -
Page 12: Safety Labels And Main Components Of The Attachment
12 (40) 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the equipment. Replace any unclear or missing label. New labels are available via your retailer or contact information provided on the cover. - Page 13 Attachment identification plate A420282 / A441726 Table 4 - Flail mower - Main components Coupling plate with Avant quick coupling brackets Flail shaft with 16, 18 or 20 flails / flail pairs Skids (2 pcs) Skid height adjustment bolts Front guard, chains...
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Page 14: Lifting
14 (40) 4.2 Lifting Make sure that the attachment is properly secured against unintended movements during lifting operation. Use appropriate type of lifting accessories, lifting straps, chains or hooks, for example. Do not use lifting accessories if there are signs of damage, deformation, or otherwise unsafe conditions. -
Page 15: Attaching The Attachment
Do not stay in the area between the attachment and the loader. Mount the attachment only on level surface. WARNING Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked. Avant quick coupling system: Step 1: Lift the locking pins of the quick coupling plate of the loader up, and turn them backwards into the slot, so that they are locked in the upper position. -
Page 16: Connecting And Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses
5.1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system. If you have an older model Avant 300-700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers, and you want to change to the multi connector system, contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services. - Page 17 17 (40) 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.
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Page 18: Installation Of Auxiliary Hydraulic Cooler
The manufacturer or it’s representative are not responsible for damages, losses or injuries resulted from incorrect or incomplete installations. Contact your nearest Avant dealer or service point, if you have any additional questions or require installation services. - Page 19 19 (40) Clean the equipment thoroughly before starting the installation and make sure that i.e. dirt, dust or water will not enter the hydraulic components or the hydraulic oil. Keep the protective covers in place until the components can be installed directly. Follow safety procedures and wear proper personal protective equipment.
- Page 20 20 (40) 5.2.1.3 Tightening hydraulic fittings Tighten the fittings carefully according to given instructions and safety procedures. Keep in mind that over tightening will break a fitting. Tighten basic fittings carefully with hand tools using moderate torque. The elbow fittings should be tightened at last, after hoses have been fitted to their clamps. Allow the hydraulic systems of the loader and of the attachment to cool down completely before any work on hydraulic systems.
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Page 21: Electric Connection
21 (40) Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin - Never test the tightness of the hydraulic components by placing hands near the fittings. Never tighten a pressurized hydraulic fitting, since the fitting may break and the released oil may cause DANGER serious injuries. - Page 22 22 (40) If your loader is equipped with the Opticontrol ®, the Attachment control switch pack, and the loader is manufactured after 2016: electric socket integrated multiconnector, electric harness attachment is connected when the multiconnector is coupled. Clean both multiconnectors before connecting the multiconnector.
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Page 23: Instructions For Use
23 (40) 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. -
Page 24: Checks Before Use
24 (40) 6.1 Checks before use Check that all obstacles, including any possibly hidden ones, have been removed from the working area or marked visibly before operation. Check daily that the blades are intact and can rotate freely. Never use if blades are missing or broken. ... -
Page 25: Operator Qualification
25 (40) 6.2 Operator qualification Anyone who intends to use the attachment must: Know the intended use of the attachment. Know how to use the loader safely in different operating conditions. Read and always follow the instructions concerning the use of the attachment in this operator's ... -
Page 26: Using The Flail Mower
26 (40) 6.4 Using the flail mower Before starting the mower: Set and adjust the mower to correct operating position. See following chapters about floating system and adjustments. Starting the mower: Move the auxiliary hydraulics control lever of the loader towards its locking position (or use electric buttons on joystick, if equipped) to operate the mower. -
Page 27: Operating Position And Floating
27 (40) 6.5 Operating position and floating Normal operating position: Keep top link unlocked Lower attachment on the ground Keep the quick coupling plate to near vertical position Adjust the boom height so that the mower can move freely up and down Lifted position: When operating the flail mower on tall vegetation or... -
Page 28: Transport Position
If it is necessary to use the Flail mower on inclined surface, ditches for example, it is recommended to use the attachment with Avant Side shift adapter or Side shift arm. -
Page 29: Preventing And Clearing Blockages
29 (40) 6.9 Preventing and clearing blockages Keeping the rotating speed sufficiently high and drive speed low on demanding conditions are essential to avoid blockages. Keep the equipment clean, so that material will not stick on it. Wet, thick and log grass can get coiled around the flail shaft if drive speed is too high. When mowing high or wet hay more than one run may be needed for even results. -
Page 30: Blade Options
30 (40) 6.10 Blade options As standard, the flail mower is equipped with hammer type blades, which give good all-round performance. In some operating areas or conditions different blade types can be used. Contact your Avant dealer for new blades. Blades... -
Page 31: Roller Cleaner (Option)
Use the auxiliary hydraulic oil cooler in professional use. Contact your Avant dealer or service for more information, if necessary. Before installation refer to Installation instructions... - Page 32 32 (40) To install the auxiliary cooler: 1. Drill two holes diameter of 10 mm on the cover of the flail mower as shown in the adjacent figure. Install the cooler on the cover of the flail mower with lock screws 74836 (2), washers 73122 (3) and nuts 72320 (4).
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Page 33: Storing The Attachment
33 (40) Using the auxiliary cooler with Opticontrol® system: Switch the Opticontrol Auto-PTO mode switch to position OFF on the loader (if ® equipped). The cooler is controlled as follows: Push the button to position 1 to start the cooler, and to position 0 to stop the cooler. -
Page 34: Maintenance And Service
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 experience about hydraulic assemblies and how to perform the repairing safely. -
Page 35: Cleaning The Attachment
35 (40) 7.2 Cleaning the attachment Clean the attachment regularly to prevent accumulation of dirt which is more difficult to remove. A pressure washer and mild detergent can be used for cleaning. Do not use strong solvents, and do not spray directly at the hydraulic components, or at the labels on the attachment. -
Page 36: End Of Life Disposal
36 (40) Hazard of thrown objects - Check all blades are connected securely. Check that all blades are connected securely and that none of the blades is missing. Loose, damaged, or missing blades can cause ejection of parts from the attachment. Only use locking nuts WARNING for fastening the blades. -
Page 37: Warranty Terms
37 (40) 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. - Page 38 SFS-EN ISO 12100, SFS-EN ISO 4413 Mallit / Modeller / Models Avant Hydraulitoiminen niittomurskain; Avant-kuormaajan työlaite 1200 A36730 Hydraulisk slaghackaggregat; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare 1350 A441550 Hydraulic flail mower; attachment for Avant loaders 1500 A36015 9.11.2023 Ylöjärvi, Finland Jani Käkelä, Toimitusjohtaja / Verkställande direktör /...
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