Betstco Value Leader AM Series, Operations & Parts Manual

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Value-Leader AM Boom Hedge Cutter 20 Revision 1-22-2018
GEARBOX
Check the oil level regularly by means of the glass indicator on the gearbox. Change the oil
every season.
PIPES AND HOSES
You must check all pipes and hoses regularly to make sure that the metal braiding is not
damaged.
If there is damage, the damaged pipes/hoses should be replaced because their pressure
capacity will be reduced and this will increase the risk of a burst.
When you replace a hose it is important TO USE A LOT OF CARE because every new pope
has to be assembled in the same position as the one substituted. The direction of the pipe run
must also be the same.
Check the hydraulic connections every day to make sure that there are no leaks.
CABLES AND CONTROL HANDLE
No maintenance of the cables and the controls is needed and they must not be greased.
If the controls are hard, check that there are no twists in the cable and that there are no broken
or loose internal components.
CUTTING HEAD
Check the flails every day and make sure that they are always in GOOD CONDITION.
Check the nuts and bolts every day; they must always be tight.
A missing or broken flail must be replaced IMMEDIATELY because the loss of the balance
causes damage to the bearings and to the structure.
In regards to the replacement of the flails, it is important to remember that you must REPLACE
THEM IN PAIRS in order to maintain the balance.
INDIRECT TRANSMISSION ROTOR: Check the tension of the drive belts on the cutting head
every day; a load of 5 kg (11 lb) must five a deflection of 9 mm (0.35”) when applied to the
belts in the center between the pulleys.
The access to the belts is gained by lifting the protection panel on the side of the belt casing.
You can adjust the tension of the belts by lessening the screws that fix the motor and then by
adjusting the special internal adjuster screw. Re-tighten the motor screws and the screws
securing the panel.
BEFORE STORAGE
Clean the hedge mower and check for any damage or necessary repairs.
Obtain the spare parts and compete the repairs in good time of the next season.
Grease the machine well, IN PARTICULAR the rods of the hydraulic cylinders.
Do not expose the machine to inclement weather; if it is possible keep the machine covered.
INDERECT TRANSMISSION ROTOR: The tension of the d
rive belts of the cutting head must be
loosened to protect the belts.