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McCONNEL

 

PA3430 / PA4030 VERSI

 

FRONT MOUNT DUAL SIDED

 

HEDGECUTTER / GRASS MOWER

 

 

Operator Manual

 

 

 

Operator Manual

 

 

 

 

Publication 800 

January 2015 

Part No. 23671.00 

Revision: 08.08.16 

 

Summary of Contents for PA3430 VERSI

Page 1: ...McCON NEL PA3430 PA4030 VERSI FRONT MOUNT DUAL SIDED HEDGECUTTER GRASS MOWER Operator Manual Operator Manual Publication 800 January 2015 Part No 23671 00 Revision 08 08 16...

Page 2: ...dealer to verify that your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s responsibility to regularly inspect al...

Page 3: ...een removed or altered 1 05 This warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use negligence alteration modification fitment of non genuine parts a...

Page 4: ...xamination of the claim and parts McConnel Ltd will pay at their discretion for any valid claim the invoiced cost of any parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and appropriate labour and mileage allowances if...

Page 5: ...istances to avoid the entrapment with human body parts BS EN 953 1997 A1 2009 Safety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 4413 201...

Page 6: ...ade retaining bolts and fasteners are secure and tight Ensure all head bolts and nuts are tight Lubricate the driveline universal joints and telescoping members daily Grease the rotor and roller beari...

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Page 8: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 9: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 10: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 11: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 12: ...rmal distribution of use where the noise fluctuates between zero and maximum The figures assume that the machine is fitted to a tractor with a quiet cab with the windows closed in a generally open env...

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Page 14: ...stallation 19 Flail Head Attachment 19 Operator Controls 21 Running Up Procedure 32 Emergency Stopping 32 Transportation 33 Manual Slew 34 Breakback Protection 35 Float Kits 36 Pre work Preparation Pr...

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Page 16: ...is viewed from the rear this also applies to tractor references Note The illustrations in this manual are for instructional purposes only and may on occasion not show some components in their entirety...

Page 17: ...ation Manual Pin Locking Manual Pin Locking Vehicle Requirements Minimum Power 35HP 35HP Minimum Vehicle Weight 1750kg 2000kg Mounting Types 3 Pt Linkage 3 Pt Linkage DIN Plate DIN Plate Specialist Fr...

Page 18: ...3 Dimensions PA3430 VERSI...

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Page 20: ...5 Dimensions PA4030 VERSI...

Page 21: ...etected with the machine s operation it should be stopped immediately and not used again until the fault has been corrected by a qualified technician POTENTIAL SIGNIFICANT DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE...

Page 22: ...y before starting to note obstacles and remove wire bottles cans and other debris Use clear suitably sized warning signs to alert others to the nature of the machine working within that area Signs sho...

Page 23: ...fitted Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected towards the cab Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching Stop and wait until...

Page 24: ...ested Warning Signs Required Road works ahead warning sign with a supplementary Hedge cutting plate For 1 mile or appropriate shorter distance may be added to the plate Road narrows warning sign with...

Page 25: ...ilizers 3 point linkage machines only Check chains or stabilizers must be fitted and tightened Front Mounted Machines Before fitting a front mounted machine to your tractor seek the advice of the trac...

Page 26: ...20 of rear axle weight or more for adequate control and for ground work i e verge mowing with experienced operators this can be reduced to 10 All factors must be addressed in order to match the type...

Page 27: ...ould always be performed using suitable overhead lifting equipment with a minimum safe lifting capacity over and above the maximum weight of the machine Always ensure the machine is balanced during th...

Page 28: ...13 Parking Legs Attachment Support Wheels Attachment optional extra for machines used on narrow vehicles...

Page 29: ...14 Parking Legs Fitted...

Page 30: ...e machine is raised using the correct lifting points as indicated below and that the machine remains balanced during the lifting procedure Keep all persons at a safe distance from the machine whilst i...

Page 31: ...o a vehicle the vertical position should be adjusted to place the DIN attachment plate of the machine parallel to the DIN plate on the vehicle Horizontal Adjustment Height Raise the machine to the req...

Page 32: ...17 ATTACHING THE MACHINE DIN Plate Front Mount Models...

Page 33: ...lower linkage points to the vehicles lower linkage and secure with locking pins the machines lower linkage points allow for both CAT I CAT II connection Fit top link between upper linkage points of t...

Page 34: ...ormed on a firm level site the procedure is as follows With the flail head facing forwards and the machine s arms placed to the required work side position the frontal mounting plate of the head angli...

Page 35: ...al Once removed the machine should be parked on the stand legs refer to horizontal adjustment and height section for operation of the stand leg jacks Ensure the machine is left level and secure at all...

Page 36: ...on H 6th Service Slew Swapped Mode I 6th Service Activation Switch J 7th Service On Off K N A If applicable NOTE On machines that feature a controllable 6th service the functions are operated by defau...

Page 37: ...CAUTION All operators should practice using the machine in a safe open location with the rotor switched off to familiarise themselves with the controls and functions before attempting to use it in a...

Page 38: ...the control panel in this mode slew operation will then be transferred to the buttons De activating D1 will return the functions to their default controls An LED light above the button confirms when...

Page 39: ...gle Float Standard Lift Float Optional ROTOR OPERATION Rotor Start Selection of Rotor Cutting Direction Select rotor start for required direction LED will light to indicate the active direction Uphill...

Page 40: ...ged the LED for the new direction will be illuminated Switching the Rotor Off Stopping the rotor is performed by operation of the rotor stop button as illustrated below When rotor off has been selecte...

Page 41: ...whilst the unit is in calibration mode With the unit powered off simultaneously press and hold both rotor direction buttons before then powering on the unit When all the led s light up release both bu...

Page 42: ...27 MINI MOTION CONTROLS...

Page 43: ...28 Arm Operation Controls...

Page 44: ...irection 8 second delay for direction change Rotor START Downhill Direction Press to start rotor in downhill direction 8 second delay for direction change Rotor STOP Press to stop rotor Press first be...

Page 45: ...30 FLOAT OPERATION...

Page 46: ...switched off it will continue to freewheel under its own momentum for up to 40 seconds before finally coming to a standstill do not leave the tractor cab or attempt to approach the flailhead until the...

Page 47: ...fing straining or kinks Place the flail head at a safe attitude and start the rotor after initial fluctuation the rotor should settle to a steady speed Increase speed and run for a further 5 minutes b...

Page 48: ...to Work Moving from transport into work is basically a reversal of the above procedure Always ensure when moving out of transport that lift is the first control operated this will also ensure the fla...

Page 49: ...located on the base of the pillar and a slot at the opposing end that locates on either the left hand or the right hand working restraint pegs on the base of the sliding carriage the specific hole sel...

Page 50: ...be correctly fitted for the required working position Open pressure tap on breakback circuit pressurise ram until arm is held fully forward Close pressure tap Swapping Operating Side The procedure fo...

Page 51: ...the contours of the ground Refer to specific controls section for details of operation NOTE On machines with Revolution proportional controls any operation of the angle float thumbwheel will override...

Page 52: ...t operator re adjustment Operation of the lift float function is as follows with lift float switched off position the flailhead approximately 1m clear of the ground before switching the float function...

Page 53: ...visible marker than can be easily seen from the operating position in the tractor If the type of work being undertaken makes this important precaution impractical always maintain a high degree of ale...

Page 54: ...ut the vegetation both efficiently and neatly If forward speed is too fast this be indicated by over frequent operation of the breakaway system a fall off in tractor revs and a poor untidy finish to t...

Page 55: ...d side first This leaves the maximum thickness of hedge on the road side to prevent the possibility of any debris being thrown through the hedge into the path of oncoming vehicles Cut the side and bot...

Page 56: ...OR FROM THE LIFT RAM GLAND CIRCUIT Never work the machine on adverse slopes with the arms positioned such that the tractor is unbalanced DANGER NEVER CUT TO THE BLIND SIDE OF A HEDGE it is impossible...

Page 57: ...ty can flashover when machinery gets close to it WARNING All operators must read the following information and be aware of the risks and dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhead Power...

Page 58: ...oubt exists do not work in the area never risk the safety of yourself or others Emergency Action for Accidents Involving Electricity Never touch an overhead line even if it has been brought down by ma...

Page 59: ...or heavy duty hedge cutting capable of cutting materials up to 75 80mm diameter Can be used for mowing work where they produce a good finish but will require considerably more power and reduced forwar...

Page 60: ...flail designed specifically for heavy duty hedge and grass cutting capable of dealing with materials up to 75 80mm diameter When used for mowing work they produce a better finish and performance than...

Page 61: ...e of the machine SERVICE SCHEDULE Every Day Grease machine fully prior to work and prior to storage NOTE New machines must be greased before initial use Check for broken or damaged flails Check tightn...

Page 62: ...ssible damage or wear they do not require oil Do not attempt to run the rotor with flails missing Imbalance will cause severe vibration and can rapidly damage the rotor shaft bearings As an emergency...

Page 63: ...he threads Avoid twisting the hose Adjust the hose line to ensure freedom from rubbing or trapping before tightening hose end connections All Hydraulic Hoses BSP now fitted to McConnel Power Arm Hedge...

Page 64: ...ing Replace flails Bearings worn or damaged Replace bearings Rotor unbalanced bent Re balance replace rotor Debris build up Remove debris Incorrect speed Check rotor RPM Oil tank overheating Oil level...

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Page 66: ...McConnel Limited Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1JL England Telephone 01584 873131 Facsimile 01584 876463 www mcconnel com...

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