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- Page 1 PA3530 & 4530 Publication 677 June 2011 Part No. 22674.77 Revised: 15.07.19 FRONT MOUNTED COMPACT TRIMMER/MOWER Operator Manual...
- Page 2 VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION Dealer Warranty Information & Registration Verification It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with McConnel Limited before delivery to the end user – failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
- Page 4 1500 hours. Engine warranty will be specific to the Manufacturer of that unit. 1.02. All spare parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and purchased by the end user are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 6 months.
- Page 5 2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised McConnel Ltd dealer as soon as it occurs. Continued use of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for which McConnel Ltd cannot be held liable.
- Page 6 MISCELLANEOUS 4.01. McConnel Ltd may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of any terms shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other term. 4.02. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable, then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
- Page 8 Copies of the inspection sheets on the following pages should be retained in this manual for reference; two sets are included to allow removal of one set for photocopying purposes. Alternatively, these inspection sheets can be download from our website via the QR code or using the link below; https://my.mcconnel.com/service/pre-operation-inspection-documents/...
- Page 10 POWER ARM PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 11 TRACTOR PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 12 POWER ARM PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 13 TRACTOR PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Power Arm ID …………………. Date: …………………. Shift: …………………. WARNING: Before conducting the inspection, make sure the tractor engine is off, the key removed, all rotation has stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake engaged.
- Page 14 Shropshire England Telephone: +44 (0)1584 873131 www.mcconnel.com - NOISE STATEMENT - The equivalent daily personal noise exposure from this machine measured at the operators’ ear is within the range 78 – 85 dB, these figures apply to a normal distribution of use where the noise fluctuates between zero and maximum.
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Page 16: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS General Information Introduction Safety Information Fitting – Tractor Selection Vehicle/Tractor Preparation Closed Centre Conversion Kit Oil Recommendations Machine Attachment PTO Driveshaft Installation Fitting Operator Controls Flail Head & Cutterbar Attachment Running Up Procedure Machine Removal & Storage Operation Cable Controls Cable Rotor Control Mini Electric Proportional Controls Transport Position... -
Page 18: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION Always read this manual before fitting or operating the machine – whenever any doubt exists contact your dealer or the McConnel Service Department for advice and assistance. Use only McConnel Genuine Service Parts on McConnel Equipment and Machines DEFINITIONS –... -
Page 19: Introduction
0.9m Flailhead Only Independent Reversible Rotor On/Off Valve Tandem Pump Hydraulics System Option of Lift Float Option of Electric Rotor Control PA3530/4530 Bobcat / Multicar Builds Totally Dependent Hydraulic System Electric Rotor Control... -
Page 20: Safety Information
SAFETY SECTION This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous - in the wrong hands it can kill or maim; It is therefore imperative that both owner and operator of the machine reads and understands the following section to ensure they are fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding the use and operation of the machine. - Page 21 BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE YOU MUST: ▲ Ensure you read all sections of the operator handbook. ▲ Ensure the operator is, or has been, properly trained to use the machine. ▲ Ensure the operator has been issued with and reads the operator handbook. ▲...
- Page 22 ▲ Always disengage the machine, kill the tractor engine, remove and pocket the key before dismounting for any reason. ▲ Always clear up all debris left at the work area, it may cause hazard to others. ▲ Always ensure when you remove your machine from the tractor that it is left in a safe and stable position using the stands and props provided and secured if necessary.
- Page 23 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 McConnel machine.
- Page 24 Health and Safety Health and Safety Executive Executive Safe use of rotary flail hedge cutters HSE information sheet Agriculture Information Sheet No 21 (Revision 1) Introduction Control measures This information sheet outlines typical hazards when It is extremely dangerous to carry out any work on a using most types of tractor-mounted rotary flail hedge machine while it is under power.
- Page 25 Health and Safety Executive General guidance on safe working Consult your local authority highways department and practice the Department for Transport for advice (see Further reading). Operators should receive adequate instructions ■ and training to enable them to use the machine Further reading safely.
- Page 26 SAFETY & INFORMATION DECALS (Power Arms) Power Arm machines are equipped with safety and information decals designed to warn of dangers, operational information and machine protection. Operators must understand the decals and heed all warnings. Keep decals in a good condition and replace immediately if they are damaged or missing.
- Page 27 0.5m at a horizontal distance of 2.0m from the rotor. Keep all persons at 90m from the working machine, stop machine if persons are closer. Refer to front hood height setting section for details. 10. Important! Parts information; for safety and performance only use ‘Genuine McConnel Service Parts’.
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Page 28: Fitting - Tractor Selection
Check chains or stabiliser bars must be fitted and tightened. Tractor Relief Valve PA3530 SI models the tractor relief valve must be set above 160 Bar (2300 PSI). PA4530 SI models the tractor relief valve must be set above 230 Bar (3336 PSI). -
Page 29: Vehicle/Tractor Preparation
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. Remember the driver must be looking through mesh... -
Page 30: Closed Centre Conversion Kit
CLOSED CENTRE CONVERSION KIT (SI Models Only) Closed Centre Conversion Kit 8130059 for SI models only A control valve conversion kit (Part Number 8130059) consists of a relief valve blanking plug which should be installed in place of the existing relief valve, and a pressure gallery blanking plug which is installed in place of the standard blanking plug at the valve outlet end next to the lift ram gland connection. -
Page 31: Oil Recommendations
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Hydraulic Oil Tank The machine will be delivered from the factory without oil. Fill the reservoir with light hydraulic oil as specified in the chart below to a level approximately 75mm (3”) below the top of the tank. The total capacity of the tank is approximately 65 Litres (14 Gallons). -
Page 32: Machine Attachment
MACHINE ATTACHMENT PA3530 & PA4530 machines are designed for front mounting on suitable vehicles that are capable of carrying and supporting their weight. Attachment fixings and attachment procedure will differ greatly depending on the particular application and therefore cannot be illustrated here. Whatever the particular application, the machine must be rigidly attached and safely secured to the vehicle with the mainframe in the vertical position and the gearbox stub axle horizontally in line with the PTO drive when in the working position. -
Page 33: Pto Driveshaft Installation
PTO DRIVESHAFT INSTALLATION The PTO driveshaft attaches between the tractor and the machine gearbox to transfer the power required to the run and operate the machine – it is important to achieve the correct shaft length to avoid risk of it ‘bottoming out’ when raising or lowering the machine. The procedure for measuring and cutting the shaft is as follows: Measuring the PTO Shaft With the machine attached to the tractor in... -
Page 34: Fitting Operator Controls
FITTING OPERATOR CONTROL UNITS Fitment of the operator controls in the tractor cab will vary depending on the particular model or specification of machine – the information below lists the differing methods of fitment for the various types of controls available. Cable Controls Cable control units are provided with, and attached to, a mounting bracket –... -
Page 35: Flail Head & Cutterbar Attachment
FLAIL HEAD AND CUTTERBAR ATTACHMENT With the tractor external services activated on SI models or with the PTO engaged on TI models, operate and manoeuver the arms into a position that will allow fitment of the cutting head. Flail heads are attached and secured with nuts and bolts and cutterbars with circlip, washers and split pin. -
Page 36: Running Up Procedure
RUNNING UP PROCEDURE TI Models only (with flail head) Ensure that the rotor control valve is in ‘STOP’ position, start tractor, engage PTO and allow the oil to circulate through the return line filter for about 5 minutes without operation of the armhead control lever. -
Page 37: Machine Removal & Storage
MACHINE REMOVAL & STORAGE DANGER: Extreme care must always be adopted when removing a machine from its carrying vehicle - the following rules should be observed: Never attempt to operate the machine or tractor controls whilst standing on or between linkage components. -
Page 38: Operation
OPERATION Preparation Ensure the operator of the machine has read the book first and is fully aware of all aspects related to the safe operation of the machine. Practice operating the machine in an open space without the rotor or cutterbar running until you are familiar with the controls and functions of the machine. -
Page 39: Cable Controls
CABLE CONTROLS – Armhead Functions... -
Page 40: Cable Rotor Control
CABLE ROTOR CONTROL On cable rotor control machines the rotor is operated by the lever shown below – from the upright ‘off’ position pushing the lever forward switches the rotor on for downhill cutting and pulling the lever backwards switches the rotor on for uphill cutting. The small pivot locking lever mounted on the side of the control assembly rotates through 180°... -
Page 41: Mini Electric Proportional Controls
MINI ELECTRIC PROPORTIONAL CONTROL... - Page 42 SWITCH FUNCTIONS...
- Page 43 MINI ELECTRIC PROPORTIONAL CONTROL – Armhead Operation...
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Page 44: Transport Position
For transport on the public highway the flail must be folded within the overall width of the tractor. PA3530 / PA4530 with Flail Head Position the arm until the head is approximately four feet (1.5m) clear of the ground and the dipper is horizontal. -
Page 45: Operating Speed
OPERATING SPEED NOTE: For cutterbars 500 rpm is a guide speed only – it should be run only as fast as necessary perform required job. Never exceed 540 rpm PTO speed. WARNING: Damage to the machine may occur if the maximum PTO speed is exceeded. Engaging Drive Ensure the rotor control lever/switch is in the ‘stop’... -
Page 46: Cutterbar Operation
CUTTERBAR OPERATION Tractor Control Settings Refer to the tractor’s hand book to ascertain the correct control settings to suit the type of machine and the hydraulic installation. Operational Limitations The cutterbar is a light hedge trimming tool - attempting to cut unsuitable material will cause the knife to stall resulting in the tractors relief valve blowing and overheated oil. -
Page 47: Pre-Work Preparation & Precautions
PRE-WORK PREPARATION & PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT: Always read the book first before attempting to operate the machine – practise operating the machine, without the rotor running, in a safe open space until you are fully familiar with all controls and functions of the machine. Only begin using the machine for work when you are confident that you have mastered control and operation sufficient for safe use of the machine. -
Page 48: Emergency Stopping
EMERGENCY STOPPING In all emergency situations machine operation and functions must be stopped immediately; Stop PTO operation using the tractor controls then immediately kill electrical power to the machine using the Off (Emergency Stop) switch on the machine’s control unit. WARNING: Auto-Reset Machines When the Auto-Reset feature is active the machines arm set is capable of unintentional movement even when the PTO is switched off and stationary. -
Page 49: Lift Float
LIFT FLOAT (Optional Extra for Ground Work) Work without lift float requires far more concentration and input from the operator to quickly react and re-adjust to the ground contours often resulting in patches of higher cut material where the head is cutting too high and ‘scalping’ of the ground where it is cutting too low –... -
Page 50: Hedgecutting Procedure
HEDGECUTTING PROCEDURE Cut the side and bottom of the field side first. This leaves the maximum thickness of hedge on the road side to prevent the possibility of any debris being thrown through the hedge into the path of oncoming vehicles. Cut the side and bottom of the road side. -
Page 51: Hazards & Dangers
HAZARDS & DANGERS Adverse Slopes When working with the flailhead high and reach fully in it is possible for the main arm balance to go over centre and take the weight off the lift ram. A restrictor in the gland circuit of the lift ram will prevent sudden unpredictable movements if this should occur - for reasons of safety this restrictor should not be removed. -
Page 52: Overhead Power Lines
OVERHEAD POWER LINES (OHPLs) It cannot be stressed enough the dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhead Power Lines (OHPLs). Some of our machines are capable of reach in excess of 8 metres (26’); they have the potential to well exceed, by possibly 3 metres (9’ 9”), the lowest legal minimum height of 5.2 metres from the ground for 11,000 and 33,000 volt power lines. - Page 53 Definitions of Exclusion Zones Risk Assessment Before starting to work near OHPLs you should always assess the risks. The following points should be observed; Know the risks of contacting OHPLs and the risk of flashover. ● Find out the maximum height and maximum vertical reach of your machine. ●...
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Page 54: Flail Types
FLAIL TYPES NOTE: The flails listed are for a general range of McConnel heads, therefore some flails shown will not be suitable for the particular head fitted to this machine. Grass Flails Designed specifically for general mowing activities – low power usage, ideal for cutting materials of low density. - Page 55 Hedge Flails Double edged flail designed specifically for heavy duty hedge cutting, capable of cutting materials up to 75/80mm diameter. Can be used for mowing work where they produce a good finish but will require considerably more power when used for this purpose. The flails are fitted with rubber stops for both shaft protection and noise reduction purposes.
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Page 56: General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE General Lubrication The example illustration below indicates the general locations of lubrication points - all points should be greased on a daily basis and prior storage of the machine. IMPORTANT: Grease new machines before first use. Gearbox Lubrication Refill the gearbox after an initial 50 hours of use and thereafter at annual or 500 hour intervals, whichever occurs earliest. - Page 57 SERVICE SCHEDULE Every Day Grease machine fully prior to work (and prior to storage). NOTE: New machines must be fully greased before initial use. Check for broken or damaged flails. Check tightness of flail nuts and bolts. ...
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Page 58: Hydraulic System
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Oil Supply Check the oil level in the reservoir daily. Oil Condition & Replacement No fixed time period can be quoted for oil changes as operating conditions can vary widely but a visually inspection of the oil will often indicate its current overall state. Signs of a reduction in its condition will be apparent by changes in colour and appearance when compared to new oil. -
Page 59: Hydraulic Hoses
All BSP Hydraulic Hoses fitted to McConnel Power Arms have ‘Soft Seal’ connections on the flail circuit and ram circuit. -
Page 60: Control Cables
CONTROL CABLES The control cables operate on a push/pull system with the spool centring springs always returning the spool to the neutral position when the handle is released. Care should be taken during installation and operation to ensure that the cables are not trapped or kinked. -
Page 61: Flail Head
Sharpening the Knife After five to twenty operating hours, depending on the work involved, the knives require re- sharpening. It is recommended that the knives be removed from the cutterbar for resharpening. The procedure is as follows: Required Cutting Angle Switch off tractor and remove the starting key. -
Page 62: Pto Shaft Maintenance
PTO SHAFT MAINTENANCE 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 –... -
Page 63: Torque Settings Chart
TORQUE SETTINGS FOR FASTENERS The Chart below lists the correct tightening torque for fasteners. The Chart should be referred to when tightening or replacing bolts in order to determine the grade of bolt and the correct torque unless specific torque values are assigned in the text of the manual. Recommended torque is quoted in Foot-Pounds and Newton-Metres within this manual. -
Page 64: Troubleshooting Chart
Raise head or operate with head float Frequent Break-back Machine not set vertical Adjust top link Internal valve leakage Contact local dealer or McConnel Service Oil level low Fill oil to correct level Oil pump suction filter blocked Replace filter element... - Page 66 McConnel Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL. England. Telephone: 01584 873131. Facsimile: 01584 876463. www.mcconnel.com...
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