Major TURF MAJOR 1200T, Operator'S Manual / Parts Book

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MAINTENANCE
!
IMPORTANT
Maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel
The TRAILED TOPPER must always be disconnected from the tractor before any cleaning, lubricating
and servicing operations can be carried out. If emergency operations are required whilst the machine is
connected to the tractor, switch off the engine, engage the parking brake and disengage the PTO.
Good, regular maintenance and correct use are essential if the TRAILED TOPPER is to remain safe
and long lasting.
INSPECTIONS BEFORE USE
!
WARNING
Always disengage PTO, Switch off tractor engine and engage the parking brake
before making adjustment to the machine
1. With the wing lowered (1200T) and the whole machine as level as possible, check the oil level in the Primary
Gearbox, top up as required with SAE EP90 gear oil through the oil filler plug indicated. The correct level is
at the oil level plug indicated. Check the oil level in the Rotor Gearboxes and top up as required with SAE EP
90 gear oil through the oil filler plugs indicated. The correct level is at the oil level plug indicated.
PRIMARY GEARBOX ROTOR GEARBOX
2. Grease the PTO shaft universal joints, drive shaft bearing and axle bushings daily.
3. Grease the drawbar pivot bush daily.
4. Re-sharpen old blades with a grindstone if necessary. Replace bent blades with new ones.
5. Check the blade mounting bolts are tight.
6. Ensure the gearbox shaft nuts are tight and retained in place by split pin.
7. Check tightness of all nuts, bolts and retaining screws after the first and second hours of work.
8. Ensure safety guards and flaps are in place at all times where fitted.
9. Due to the corrosive nature of grass when cut, wash down the machine when finished mowing,
especially when the machine is being stored for a long period of time.