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- Page 1 TORNADO Publication 976 July 2020 Part No. 24214.76 DOMINATOR Front / Rear Mounted Shredder Mower Models: 250 / 280 / 310 Operator Manual...
- Page 2 IMPORTANT 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. To register machines;...
- Page 4 For Safety and Performance… ALWAYS READ THE BOOK FIRST TWOSE LIMITED Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire England Telephone: +44 (0)1584 873131 - 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 6 Engine warranty will be specific to the Manufacturer of that unit. 1.02. All spare parts supplied by Twose 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 7 2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised Twose 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 Twose Ltd cannot be held liable.
- Page 8 MISCELLANEOUS 4.01. Twose 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 10 LIST OF CONTENTS General Information ......................1 Machine Description & Purpose Of Use................2 Machine Identification ......................2 Technical Information......................2 Technical Specifications ...................... 3 Safety Information ........................ 4 Safety Decals ........................5 Vehicle / Tractor Preparation ....................6 Attaching the Machine ......................7 Setting Up and Adjustment ....................
- Page 12 GENERAL INFORMATION Always read this manual before fitting or operating the machine – whenever any doubt exists contact your dealer or the Twose Service Department for advice and assistance. Only use ‘Genuine Twose Parts’ on Twose machinery and equipment. DEFINITIONS The following definitions apply throughout this manual;...
- Page 13 MACHINE DESCRIPTION & PURPOSE OF USE The Twose Tornado Dominator series machines are ‘3-point linkage’ tractor mounted universal flail mower/shredders designed primarily for the mulching of grasses, brambles, small bushes, branches, vines, and general crop residues. Their tough construction and hydraulic offset capability make them the ideal machines for maintenance use in green areas, vineyards, orchards, verges and scrubland for farmers and contractors alike.
- Page 14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tornado Dominator Specification 250 Model 280 Model 310 Model Working Width 244cm 277cm 312cm Tractor Power Requirement 65-110 HP 75-110 HP 90-130 HP PTO RPM ( * Standard build 1000RPM) 540/1000* 540/1000* 540/1000* Hammer Blades (No.) Y-Blades Option (No.) Machine Weight 971kg 1023kg...
- Page 15 SAFETY INFORMATION General safety rules: Always read and follow the instructions for the use and maintenance of the machine before carrying out any work operations or servicing tasks. Improper use of the machine is both highly dangerous to persons and damaging to the machine components –...
- Page 16 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 Twose machine. SAFETY DECALS 1.
- Page 17 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 machine in all positions - unless the vehicle/ cab manufacturer can...
- Page 18 ATTACHING THE MACHINE Attaching and detaching of the machine must only be performed on a firm level site. Ensure the hydraulic lift system on the tractor is in its neutral position before attaching or detaching the machine. Upper Linkage The upper linkage of the machine has two positions that allow the machine to be mounted on the front or the rear of the tractor.
- Page 19 Carefully manoeuvre the tractor squarely to the machine and into its position within the attachment points – fine adjustment of the tractor lower linkage height may be necessary to correctly position the linkage and permit fitting of linkage pins. Insert linkage pins at locations ‘A’ and secure with locking clips. Fit top link to upper attachment point ‘B’.
- Page 20 PTO Shaft Measurement Measure the PTO shaft and cut to the dimension shown – the finished length of the PTO shaft should be 75mm (3”) less than the measured distance ‘A’ - between tractor shaft and gearbox stub shaft - to enable fitting.
- Page 21 SETTING UP AND ADJUSTMENT Working Height Adjustment The height of cut will depend on working conditions and volume of material. Cutting height can be regulated with the hydraulic system on the tractor and/or rear roller adjustment. The minimum height of cut should be in the region of 1-3 cm. Rear Roller Position The design of the roller brackets allows for the roller to be set into 2 different positions;...
- Page 22 Offsetting The machine features a hydraulically operated offsetting capability of up to 500mm; this feature allows the machine to cut in areas of material beyond the wheel tracks of the tractor - this is particularly useful for verge mowing duties or when working areas limited...
- Page 23 DRIVE BELTS Power from the tractor via the machines gearbox and half-shaft is transferred to the rotor through a set of 5 belts. Correct tensioning of the belts is required for both optimal operation of the machine and long-lasting belt life; to ensure correct tension the machines are fitted with an automatic belt tensioning system.
- Page 24 OPERATION Ensure that the operator is suitably qualified to use a machine of this nature and that they have fully read and understood this manual - they should be aware of all safety aspects relating to the safe use of the machine. It is advisable that all ‘first time’ operators practice using the machine in a clear safe area prior to work in order to familiarise themselves with its operation.
- Page 25 DETACHMENT & STORAGE Detaching the machine from the tractor • Removal of the machine should be performed on a firm level site. The procedure for detachment is as follows: • Place the machine into its central position. • Gently lower the machine fully to the ground. •...
- Page 26 MAINTENANCE All maintenance, cleaning and repair operations must be performed with the machine firmly lowered to the ground and detached from the tractor or parked with the PTO disconnected, engine switched off and starting key removed. For any repairs or maintenance that requires access from underneath, the machine should be firmly and safely raised and propped using suitable purpose designed supports capable of bearing the machines full weight.
- Page 27 Grease Points Lubricate the four grease points indicated below using LIS 3 grease on a daily basis. A) Rotor shaft bearings. B) Rear roller bearings. Gearbox & Half Shaft Lubrication Refer to the images below for the location of lubrication access points for the gearbox and half shaft.
- Page 28 Flail Replacement The rotor and flails should be inspected for wear or damage on a regular basis – missing, damaged or worn flails should be replaced immediately. When replacing a flail, the diametrically opposite flail should also be replaced at the same time in order to maintain rotor balance. Never attempt to use a machine with damaged or missing flails.
- Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Remedies Irregular Cut Worn, bent or broken flails Replace flails RPM too low Increase RPM Machine not level to the ground Correct mounting on tractor Clogged material caused by Reduce forward speed excessive forward speed Noise Loose bolts Check and tighten bolts Damaged components...
- Page 30 Twose Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL. England. Telephone: 01584 873131. Facsimile: 01584 876463.
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