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Hi-Spec Xcel 1250

Operators Manual

Hi-Spec Engineering reserves the right to make changes or improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to

make such changes on products sold previously.

Contents

Page

Symbols

Designated use of machine

Introduction

Technical specifications & dimensions

Safety decals

General safety

Safety checklist

PTO shaft safety

Getting started – Tractor requirements

Machine overview

Attaching to a tractor

Fitting PTO shaft

Road transportation

Working with the machine

Loading the spreader

Spreading controls

Spreading solid material

Spreading flow-able material (slurries, sewage pellets etc.)

Maintenance

Correct maintenance and inspection procedures

Recommended maintenance

Bolt tightening torques

Tyre Details

Greasing and maintenance points

Sales and service

Warranty Terms

Conditions of Sale

Registration forms

EC Machinery Directive

Summary of Contents for Xcel 1250

Page 1: ...2005 Manufacturers of Agricultural Machinery Hi Spec Xcel 1250 Operator Instruction Manual Hi Spec Engineering Ltd Station Rd Bagenalstown Co Carlow Ireland Tel 059 9721929 Fax 059 9721980 Web www hispec net E mail info hispec net ...

Page 2: ...t prior or direct notice to the customer The contents of this manual can as well be changed without prior notice For information about adjustment maintenance or repair which are not mentioned in this manual you are advised to consult the technical support of your supplier This manual has been made with all possible effort but Hi Spec Engineering and its suppliers cannot be responsible for possible...

Page 3: ...ty 10 Getting started Tractor requirements 11 Machine overview 11 Attaching to a tractor 12 Fitting PTO shaft 13 Road transportation 13 Working with the machine 14 Loading the spreader 14 Spreading controls 14 Spreading solid material 15 Spreading flow able material slurries sewage pellets etc 15 Maintenance 16 Correct maintenance and inspection procedures 16 Recommended maintenance 17 Bolt tighte...

Page 4: ...ely designed for use of transporting and spreading agricultural manure Hi Spec Engineering will not be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting from machine applications other than those specified above Any other use of the machine may be put to is entirely at the owners operators risk The Designated use of a Xcel 1250 includes that the operating maintenance and repair instructions given ...

Page 5: ...d be kept within the vicinity of the machine at all times and should be considered a permanent part of your machine It should remain with the machine should you decide to sell it Warranty is provided as a part of Hi Spec Engineering s support program for customers who operate and maintain this machine and equipment as described in this manual This warranty provides you the assurance that Hi Spec E...

Page 6: ...cal Specifications and Dimensions Standard Xcel 1250 Specification Painted red chassis and body fixed front towing eye stand fitted on drawbar braked axle 200 h p rated gearbox 580 70 R38 radial tyres automatic chain tensioners slurry door flow control floor chain speed adjustment over run clutch and shear bolt protection on main drive system wide angle PTO shaft hydraulic brakes protective cover ...

Page 7: ...l issue you a replacement Warning Always read the operating manual and safety instructions before use Warning When the machine is operating stones or other objects can cause injures Always keep a safe distance Warning After the first operating hour and then every 25 operating hours check tyre pressure and tighten wheel nuts Warning PTO shafts can cause serious injury or death Stay out of range of ...

Page 8: ...therefore there should be no other person s in the vicinity of the machine while in use Remember that the first step to avoiding danger is to recognise the hazards Safety Checklist Always disconnect all power sources before carrying out any adjustment or maintenance Always check inside the machine to make sure it is empty Always check around the machine making sure everything is in order this will...

Page 9: ...e without reading this manual and or receiving training Never operate the machine without having all guards in place they are there for your safety and protection against serious injury and death Never remove guards while there is still power going into the machine all power must be off Never enter the machine while in operation Never wear loose clothes when operating machinery if standing too clo...

Page 10: ...f the guidelines are missing from the PTO Shaft please contact your Hi Spec dealer for another copy The irregular shape and connection joints of a turning shaft can cause serious injury The rotational force of the shaft is the main hazard Do not wear loose fitting clothing or articles such as jewellery that might get caught in a turning PTO The rotation of the PTO is 1000rpm when spreading Acciden...

Page 11: ...For the operation of the Xcel 1250 the tractor requires two double acting spool valves The hydraulic hoses are colour coded for your convenience and are as follows Slurry Door Operation Green Slurry door Up Blue Slurry door Down Floor Chain Operation Blue Floor chain Unload Yellow Floor chain Reverse Brakes Black Brake line More details on hydraulic operations are outlined further in Operating Ins...

Page 12: ...a socket or cigarette lighter on the tractor 4 Connect tail light plug to the tractor 5 Adjust the spreader drawbar to ensure that the spreader is level or high to the front when attached to the tractor Adjustment options are shown in Fig 1 6 Connect PTO shaft to tractor making sure that shaft guard chains are anchored Please ensure the PTO is the correct length As detailed in Fitting PTO shaft Fi...

Page 13: ... as shown in the diagram below 5 Cut off the excess profile Correct fitting of the PTO shaft is required to prevent damage to the machine or tractor Road Transportation Before bringing your machine onto a public road it is important to check thoroughly that the machine is following all of the appropriate guidelines Ensure brakes are connected and working correctly Ensure lights are connected and w...

Page 14: ...ad before returning the floor to spreading direction Repeat this process if required Spreading controls Flow control valve This valve is positioned on the front of the machine and features a dial It is used to adjust the floor chain speed Turning the valve clockwise reduces the floor chain speed and turning the valve anticlockwise will increase the floor chain speed To adjust the speed use a turn ...

Page 15: ...witch Off to begin spreading 4 The amount spread is controlled by the forward speed of the tractor and the flow control setting 5 When load is almost empty switch On the flow control override and lower the slurry door to the material height This prevents material being spread forward over the tractor Spreading flow able material slurries sewage pellets etc 1 Use the slurry door opening and the for...

Page 16: ...servicing gearboxes always ensure that any waste oil is properly disposed off according to the local environmental laws After the first hour operating tighten wheel nuts and check around machine for any problems If there is a problem with the machine contact your local Hi Spec Dealer or Hi Spec Engineering Ltd directly Correct Maintenance and Inspection Procedures Learn how to service your machine...

Page 17: ...chain oiler reservoir Top up with grade 10 hydraulic oil 2 Check all other gearbox oil levels 3 Check wear on rear spinners and on the chain flails Turn or replace if necessary Every 6 months 1 Check wheel bearings for any slackness Adjust if required 2 Remove hubcap and fill with grease Bolt tightening torques Bolt tightening Torque 8 8 quality bolts Thread Dimension Spanner Size mm Tightening Mo...

Page 18: ...ake such changes on products sold previously 18 Greasing and Maintenance Points Point Description Grease Operating Hours A Central greasing point Solid 25 B Front shafts Solid 25 C Main drive shaft Solid 25 D Rear gearbox couplings Solid 25 E Brake splines Solid 25 This symbol is found on each greasing point on the machine Grease Points A Grease Points B ...

Page 19: ...ors Manual Hi Spec Engineering reserves the right to make changes or improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes on products sold previously 19 Grease Points C Grease Points D Grease Points E ...

Page 20: ...Spec Engineering Ltd Tel 087 2403312 Spare Parts Store Contact Mike Nolan or Terence Byrne Hi Spec Engineering Ltd Tel 059 9721929 Fax 059 9721980 Email stores hispec net U K After Sales service South Contact George Reed Hi Spec Engineering Ltd Tel 07802 652139 North Contact Tim Walsh Hi Spec Engineering Ltd Tel 0777 16927 For spare parts Contact Your local Hi Spec dealer If you require a contact ...

Page 21: ...ranty claims will be disallowed if they do not fall into the categories shown here Warranty Terms 6 months on all parts NO Warranty on the following PTO Shafts Hydraulic fittings Hydraulic hoses Electrical connections between machine and tractor NO Warranty allowed for breakdowns due to Misuse of the machine e g overloading by the operator Lack of maintenance e g failure to carry out regular oilin...

Page 22: ...ses occurring either at their own premises or elsewhere then delivery shall be postponed until a reasonable time after the occurrence has seized to cause delay unless the parties shall mutually serge to the cancellation of the contract in respect of such goods Cancellation of Orders The only ground for acceptance of a cancellation of an order shall be the non acceptance of these terms and conditio...

Page 23: ...anty is given by the manufacturers of such articles accessories or parts any benefits under such warranty will be passed on by the company The company will not be responsible for damage or loss caused by incorrect machine settings ground speed or operation of the machine in unsuitable conditions and the company s decision as to the suitability of the condition shall be final Fair wear and tear is ...

Page 24: ...cceptance form which the purchaser is asked to sign to acknowledge he she has received a copy of the Operator manual and full training for the machine purchased Please do not sign if you have not received both of these Warranty Registration Date of Purchase Purchaser s Name Signature Address Phone Dealer s Name Signature Address Phone Machine Type Xcel 1250 Machine Model Serial Number Training Ope...

Page 25: ...is an acceptance form which the purchaser is asked to sign to acknowledge he she has received a copy of the Operator manual and full training for the machine purchased Please do not sign if you have not received both Of These Warranty Registration Date of Purchase Purchaser s Name Signature Address Phone Dealer s Name Signature Address Phone Machine Type Xcel 1250 Machine Model Serial Number Train...

Page 26: ...ngineering Ltd Address Station Rd Bagenalstown Co Carlow Is in conformity with the following other Directives and Standards Directive 98 37 EC Machinery Directive Directive 93 9 EEC CE Marking Directive Harmonised standards applied EN 292 pt 1 1991 Safety of machinery basic concepts general principles for design EN 292 pt 2 1991 Safety of machine Technical principles and specifications EN 1553 200...

Page 27: ...Hi Spec Xcel 1250 Operators Manual Hi Spec Engineering reserves the right to make changes or improvements at any time without incurring any obligation to make such changes on products sold previously 27 ...

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