Shaktiman SFM 85 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR MANUAL
SHAKTIMAN
SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER
Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited
An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company
World's Largest Manufacturer of Rotary Mower

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR MANUAL SHAKTIMAN SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company World’s Largest Manufacturer of Rotary Mower...
  • Page 2 World’s Largest Manufacturer of Rotary Mower...
  • Page 3 RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by watching from the tractor side. SHAKTIMAN SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER Sometime in the future your may need new parts to replace those are worn or broken. If so, go to nearest SHAKTIMAN model and part number. dealer and provide him the Customer information...
  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Congratulation for purchasing your new SHAKTIMAN SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER. This Mower has been designed and manufactured following all safety and quality requirements needed for a safe and satisfactory use over time. A careful reading of this manual will permit you to familiarize with your new equipment, and will provide you all the tools needed to use it safely.
  • Page 5: Warranty

    This warranty will automatically terminate on the expiry of warranty period of Twelve months even the SHAKTIMAN equipment may not be in use for any time during the warranty period for any reason whatsoever including any technical reasons and time taken for such repairs / replacements of parts, and in transit, whether under this warranty or otherwise shall not be excluded from the warranty period.
  • Page 6 The SHAKTIMAN equipment parts thereof is subjected to neglect, fire, flood or other acts of God or if in the company's opinion any damage has caused to the SHAKTIMAN equipment or transportation. d). The original numbers are removed, obliterated or altered from the unit.
  • Page 7 been sold or delivered or any stipulation or commitment in respective thereof may have been made elsewhere. 11). This warranty is given in lieu of all other guarantees and condition expressed or implied by law or by any person purporting to act on behalf of the COMPANY and excludes every condition, warranty or guarantee not herein expressly set out.
  • Page 8: When The Warranty Becomes Void

    Note: The parts / materials that are not covered by the warranty are as follows: Blade Universal Joint Cross Paint Bearing Rubber Parts Gaskets Fasteners Fabrication WHEN THE WARRANTY BECOMES VOID Besides the cases specified in the supply agreement, the warranty shall in any case become void: •...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    5.1 ATTACHING AND DETACHING TO THE TRACTOR ..........21 5.2 UNIVERSAL PROPELLER SHAFT ATTACHMENT ..........22 5.3 DETACHING SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR ......22 5.4 UNIVERSAL PROPELLER SHAFT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT ........23 5.5 PROPELLER SHAFT WITH SAFETY LIMITER ............ 24 6.
  • Page 10 7.1 TRANSPORT SAFELY................... 35 7.2 ROTOR TOOLS REPLACEMENT ..............35 7.3 GEARBOX LUBRICATION ................36 7.4 ROTOR BEARINGS LUBRICATION ..............37 7.5 ROLLER BEARINGS LUBRICATION ..............38 7.6 DRIVE BELTS REPLACEMENT ................ 39 7.7 DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE ............... 39 7.8 STORAGE ....................39 7.9 SCRAPPING ....................
  • Page 12: About This Manual

    1. ABOUT THIS MANUAL The Shaktiman Flail Mower operator must read the manual for a correct understanding of the hazards that may present when operating the Mower, as well as for obtain optimum performance from the machine. The manual is part of the machine, it must be kept in good condition and remain with the machine even in case of resale, until its demolition.
  • Page 13: Intended Use

    2.2. INTENDED USE • The SHAKTIMAN Shaktiman Flail Mower is designed specifically for, to cut grass and small pruned branches recommended for work on green areas. • The Arm Flail Mowers designed to be mounted on tractors equipped with hydraulic lift and universal three-point hitch that can support the implement weight, and driven by the power of the tractor through the PTO driveshaft.
  • Page 14: Main Parts Description

    2.3. MAIN PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Shredder frame 2. Racks 3. Lower hitch 4. Shredding room 5. Lower hitch pin 6. Roller 7. Upper hitch pin 8. Parking stand 9. Upper hitch 10.Side skid 11.PTO shield 12.Cardan driveshaft 13.Implement Input Connection 14.Driveshaft support 15.
  • Page 15: Configurations

    2.4. CONFIGURATIONS The Shaktiman Flail Mower can be set in different configurations According to intend of use. 1. STANDARDWORKING CONFIGURATION STANDARD CONFIGURATION • Standard rear cover • Mobile arc with hydraulic cylinder • “Y” blades or hammers • Rear roller OPTIONAL •...
  • Page 16: Technical Specifications

    2.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Model Overa 1000 1150 1300x 1450x 1620x 1770x 1920x 2220x 2370x x112 x112 1120x 1120x 1120x 1120x 1120x 1120x 1120x dimen 0x91 0x91 sions Worki 1000 1150 1300 1450 1600 1750 2050 2200 width 33.5'' 39.4'' 45.3'' 51.2'' 57.1'' 63.0''...
  • Page 17 Appro Weig (drive line lbs. 1091 1146 includ • Technical specifications shown above are of Single -speed gear box and side belt drive Shaktiman Flail Mower. • Technical specification shown Shaktiman Flail Mower weights are without universal joint (20 kg).
  • Page 18: Safety

    3. SAFETY Proper use of equipment, a strict observance of the safety messages listed below and application of all reasonable practices to avoid any risks prevents accidents or injury, allows the machine working better and longer, and minimizes the failures. The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage resulting from not applying the behavioral rules indicated into the manual.
  • Page 19: Equipment Safety Instructions

    Pay maximum attention to avoid any accidental contact with rotating parts of the machine. During operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing or transportation of the machine, the operator must always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Do not operate the implement while wearing loose fitting clothing that can give rise to entanglement in parts of the machine.
  • Page 20: Operating Safety Instructions

    Do not operate the machine on too muddy, sandy or rocky soils. Keep the machine clean from debris and foreign objects which may damage functioning or cause injury. Do not use the machine if the category of the connecting pins does not match that of the tractor hitch system.
  • Page 21 It's absolutely forbidden to stand near the machine with moving parts. The operator must operate machine lifting/lowering only from the driving seat of the tractor. Do not perform lifting maneuvers on side or behind the tractor. Before making changes in direction, turns or going in reverse, slightly lift the machine from the ground after disengaged the power take-off, to prevent damages to the machine.
  • Page 22: Transporting Safety Instructions

    Stop operating immediately if blades strike a foreign object. Repair all damage and make certain that rotor and blades are in good condition before resuming operation. Always disengage the tractor PTO when the driveshaft exceeds an angle of 10 degrees up or down while operating.
  • Page 23: Maintenance Safety Instructions

    The implement may be wider than the tractor. Pay attention during transporting to persons, animals or obstacles exposed. When turning, use extreme care and reduce tractor speed. Do not operate the tractor with weak or faulty brakes or worn tires. Always use tractor lighting system and auxiliary lighting system for adequate warning to operators of other vehicles, especially when transporting at night or in conditions of reduced visibility.
  • Page 24: Storage Safety Instructions

    Do not perform repairs that you do not know. Always follow the manual instructions and in case of doubt contact the Manufacturer or your Dealer. Do not swallow fuels or lubricants. In case of accidental contact with eyes, rinse well with water and consult a doctor Always keep oils and lubricants out from children.
  • Page 25: Safety Labels

    3.7 SAFETY LABELS The safety labels on the machine provide key information for use in the safety of the machine.Make sure all the labels are in good condition. If the labels are deteriorated, they must be replaced as with others provided by the manufacturer, and placed in the position shown in this manual.
  • Page 26 SAFETY LABELS POSITION AND DESCRIPTION Part Code Description DECALS Carefully read operator’s manuals of the Mower, tractor D1090 and cardan shaft before using the machine Always wear protective clothing and equipment appropriate for D1082 the job hearing protection, safety shoes, safety gloves, safety...
  • Page 27 D1007 Oil filling plug - new Lifting hook joint D1083 Grease D1008 Cutting of fingers or hand hazard. Wait until machine components have completely stopped before touching them. D1078 Rotating belts: fingers or hand entanglement hazard. Do not D1094 open or remove safety shields while engine is running.
  • Page 28 Implement input driveline: body entanglement hazard. Do not D1098 open or remove safety shields while engine is running. Before engaging the tractor PTO, check that rpm rate and sense of D1099 rotation are those prescribed for the implement. Lower limbs crushing hazard. Keep a safe distance from the D1100 machine.
  • Page 29 Maintain oil level D1006...
  • Page 30: Preparing The Tractor

    4. PREPARING THE TRACTOR The Mower is delivered equipped with a driveshaft and related operating manual. When the machine is delivered, check that there is no damage to the Mower or driveshaft. In case of damage or missing parts immediately notify the Manufacturer or your Dealer. Because of his size, the machine could be delivered with some parts to be assembled.
  • Page 31 where: i = tractor wheel inter-axis (m) d = distance between the front axle and the front ballast (m) s = projection of the piece of equipment from the rear axle (m) T = tractor mass (kg) Z = ballast mass (Kg) M = equipment mass (Kg) At least 20% of the total tractor-equipment mass should rest on the front bridge of the tractor.
  • Page 32: Attaching And Detaching The Implement

    (ISO 730 standard). Shaktiman Flail Mower can be attached to the suitable category tractor. Follow below procedure for attaching the Shaktiman Flail Mower to the tractor: Trained person is required to attach and detach from the tractor. Else may cause major injury to operator and Sevier damage to equipment and tractor.
  • Page 33: Universal Propeller Shaft Attachment

    NOTE: The till of the universal propeller shaft must not exceed 35o during transport position and 15o during working position. 5.3 DETACHING SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR • Detaching the equipment from tractor is reverse procedure of attaching the equipment.
  • Page 34: Universal Propeller Shaft Length Adjustment

    5.4 UNIVERSAL PROPELLER SHAFT LENGTH ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT: • The propeller shaft which will be used to operate the machine must definitely have protective covers. • Propeller shaft without protective covers should never be used. • The tractor may not be running during the mounting and dismounting of the shaft.
  • Page 35: Propeller Shaft With Safety Limiter

    When the implement and tractor is in horizontal position. Raise the implement fully and measure from end-to-end between the two groves. It is used to determine the shortest distance. Lower the lift to about half and re-measure the distance, then drop the lift to the bottom and re-measure again.
  • Page 36: Operating

    6. OPERATING Before operate the Mower, make sure you have read and understood the operating manuals of the Mower, tractor and PTO shaft, and followed what is described in the section “Preparing the tractor”. During operation, adjustment, maintenance, repairing or transportation of the machine, the operator must always use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Page 37: Operating Instructions

    • Check that the drive belts are in good condition. • Check that blades are not excessively worn and the relating hardware is correctly tightened (see section Maintenance); • Check that all the machine hardware is properly tightened. Refer to the tightening table in the manual for proper torque values;...
  • Page 38: Adjustments

    not possible, avoid hoeing along the contours of the hill and hoe up and down the slope to avoid a terracing effect; • Always perform changes and reverse of direction with PTO disengaged and the Mower slightly lifted • From the ground to avoid damage to the machine; •...
  • Page 39: Skid Adjustment

    Depending on the different roller positions, it is possible to set three different cutting heights: 17,37 & 57mm . When finished, make sure that the roller supports are positioned at the same height, and check, with the Mower resting on the ground, that the front of the machine is leveled with the back.
  • Page 40 RAKES ADJUSTMENT The function of the rear rakes is to obtain amore fine crushing by holding the material within the shred- ding room. It is therefore recommended to perform the racks adjustment immediately after executing the cutting height adjustment. To do this follow these steps: •...
  • Page 41: Belt Tensioning Adjustment

    In case of configuration with hydraulic cylinder, the side adjustment of the frame is affected by actuating the cylinder directly by the hydraulic control system of the tractor, after performed the connection of the machine hydraulics to the tractor BELT TENSIONING ADJUSTMENT To check the correct belt tensioning of the side transmission, •...
  • Page 42 Apply a force of about 10-15 kg on the middle of the belts set, and measure the entity of the consequent Deflection of the belts (see picture If the deflections about 10 mm, the tension is correct. If is not so, proceed with the adjustment in the following way (see picture below): •...
  • Page 43 If the replacement of the set of belts is required: • remove the safety cover of the belts by loosening the four bolts that secure it to the frame • loosen the four bolts and washers (1) under the gearbox which lock it to the frame;...
  • Page 44: Stopping And Disconnection

    5.4. STOPPING AND DISCONNECTION To stop the shredder at the end of a working session: • bring the tractor to a complete stop; • place the transmission in park or neutral; • reduce the engine speed, then disengage the PTO; •...
  • Page 45: Transporting

    • get on the tractor, start the engine and move away from the shredder slowly; • make sure the shredder remains stored in a protected area, to prevent those unauthorized personnel can approach it. Before a long-term storage (e.g. at seasonal end), do cleaning and maintenance operations as specified in sections MAINTENANCE and STORAGE.
  • Page 46: Maintenance

    7. MAINTENANCE 7.1 TRANSPORT SAFELY Proper and regular maintenance ensures a long life of the equipment, avoids failures and saves time and repair costs. Periodic inspections and maintenance operations described in this section must be performed by operator in the times and terms prescribed. Failure to comply with maintenance prescriptions can compromise the functioning and duration of the machine, and consequently invalidate the warranty.
  • Page 47: Gearbox Lubrication

    • Place the new tool instead of the one worn out, and tighten the bolts with washers, referring to the torque values shown in “Table torques” in the manual. Be sure to install the cutting edge facing in the direction of rotation of the rotor. IMPORTANT Remove and install one blade/hammer at a time to ensure blades/hammers are correctly oriented when installed.
  • Page 48: Rotor Bearings Lubrication

    The oil change must be performed: • After the first50 working hours; • Each 500 working hours. To make the oil change: • Unscrew the level plug (1); • Place a tank under the oil drain plugs and (2); • Unscrew the oil drain plugs (2) and drain oil completely into the tank;...
  • Page 49: Roller Bearings Lubrication

    Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas. 7.5 ROLLER BEARINGS LUBRICATION Lubricant: AGIP GREASE MU EP 2 lithium-type grease (or equivalent) Frequency: each 20 working hours To perform lubrication, inject grease into the nipples (1), located on the lower part of the roller bearing (see pictures).
  • Page 50: Drive Belts Replacement

    7.6 DRIVE BELTS REPLACEMENT Frequently check the wear of the belts, and if one or more of these appears worn replace the full set. To replace the drive belts, refer to the section “Belts tensioning adjustment”. 7.7 DRIVESHAFT MAINTENANCE Lubricant: AGIP GREASE MU EP 2 lithium-type grease (or equivalent) Frequency: each 20 working hours Grease crosses, sliding parts of protective shielding and driveshaft transmission tubes.
  • Page 51: Scrapping

    7.9 SCRAPPING In case of scrapping, the machine must be disposed in appropriate and authorized sites, according to local legislation. Before scrapping, separate plastic parts from rubber parts, aluminum, steel, etc. Recover and dispose any exhausted oils to authorized centers for oil collecting.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    8. TROUBLESHOOTING SHAKTIMAN FLAIL MOWER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION • Gearbox overfilled • Drain to proper level Oil leaking from gearbox/ • Loose filling/drain/level • Replace breather plug plug • Tighten filling/drain/level plug transmission case • Damaged breather plug •...
  • Page 53: Torque Values Table

    9. TORQUE VALUES TABLE Check frequently shredder hardware to make sure that screws and bolts are tightened according to torque values listed in following table: 8.8 GRADE 10.9 GRADE BOLT SIZE (METRIC) 10-11 14-15 25-27 34-36 51-54 69-73 91-97 122-129 137-147 185-196 224-240...
  • Page 55 Tirth Agro Technology Private Limited “SHAKTIMAN”, Survey No.-108/1, Plot No. B, NH-27, Nr. Bharudi Toll Plaza, Bhunava (Village) Taluka: Gondal, Dist.: Rajkot, State: Gujarat- INDIA Pincode-360311 Phone: +91 (2827) 270 537, Fax: +91 (2827) 270457 E-mail: info@shaktimanagro.com Web: www.shaktimanagro.com...

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