GreenTec RC 162, Handbook

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20 Hedge Cutter RC 162
BEFORE STARTING WORK:
Description of the RC 162 Hedge Cutter:
Hydraulic driven hedge cutter.
The tool is used for hedges and smaller branches and bushes, that have a maximum
diameter of 40 mm without fraying the branches. The machine consists of a self-
supporting shield with 3 shafts for mounting rotors with 6 tempered knives. Each shaft
is driven by ridged belts and the overall working is through the hydraulic driven vehicle.
The branch raiser is situated beneath the lower rotor. The hedge cutter is supplied with
an adapter for mounting on various vehicles. The belt drive is fully covered by a safety
steel cover. Gaining access to the belt drive for maintenance purposes requires
loosening 2 bolts.
Setting up for work:
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Wear safety glasses and work gloves.
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Remove transport safeguard if fitted and turn the armsystem into workposition.
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Start the tool at low oil flow (low rpm). Let the tool warm up for a few minutes.
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Adjust the RC 162 horizontal or vertical for hedge cutting and raise into work
position.
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Adjust the rotor rotations to the recommended speed and drive with a safe speed
that is adjusted to the terrain and other possible obstacles.
Tool start:
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Choose low engine rpm.
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Make sure that the surrounding is secured.
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Warm start
– Start the tool.
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Cold start
– never start the tool at maximum rpm. Let the tool run without too
much strain for approx.. 15 minutes to heat up the oil.
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Slowly increase rpm until the correct oil amount is reached.
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Never attempt to restart a strained/wedged in tool. Stop the tool and the vehicle
engine. Remove the ignition key and engage the handbreak. Only then it is safe
to remove the wedged in material. Always wear safety glasses and work gloves.
Tool stop:
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Reduce engine rpm to fast idling and stop the tool.
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Never increase or reduce the oil amount too fast. This will damage the hydraulic
system on a long-term basis.
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When you are finished working, stop the engine, remove the ignition key and
engage the handbreak. Always wear safety glasses and work gloves. Refit
safeguard. Beware of sharp cutting parts!
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Always show consideration for other road users during transportation.
Power lines:
Always pay close attention to overhead lines. Between
power poles there is always a risk of hitting overhead
lines. When in doubt please contact your local power
station for advice concerning safety distance.