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McConnel PA 47 Operator's Manual

Hedge/grass trimmer

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Publication 417
January 2002
Part No. 41570.17
Revision: 24.10.07
PA 47
HEDGE/GRASS
TRIMMER
Operator Manual

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  • Page 1 PA 47 Publication 417 January 2002 Part No. 41570.17 Revision: 24.10.07 HEDGE/GRASS TRIMMER Operator Manual...
  • Page 2 UK DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION VERIFICATION It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with McConnel Limited within 7 days of delivery to the end user – failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
  • Page 4: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    The Machinery Directive is fully implemented into UK law by means of the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 (SI 1992/3073) as amended by The Supply of Machinery (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 1994 (SI 1994/2063). Signed …………………………..……………………………………………………... on behalf of McCONNEL LIMITED Responsible Person Chief Design Engineer May 2005...
  • Page 6 Shropshire England Telephone: 01584 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.
  • Page 9 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 11 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 this machine, read and understand the following section to ensure that they are fully aware of the dangers that do, or may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding the use and operation of the machine.
  • Page 12 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 13 ▲ 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 14 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 16 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 and/or polycarbonate glazing when viewing the flail head in any working position - unless the vehicle/ cab manufacturer...
  • Page 49 Gearbox Lubrication Refill the gearbox after an initial 50 hours of use and thereafter at annual or 500 hour intervals, whichever occurs earliest. Gearbox Capacities Alloy Gearboxes – Capacity 0.5 Litre SAE80 Cast Iron Gearboxes – Capacity 0.7 Litre SAE90 Drainage of the gearbox for an oil change is via the drain plug located on the base of the gearbox.
  • Page 50 McConnel Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL. England. Telephone: 01584 873131. Facsimile: 01584 876463. www.mcconnel.com...