Spearhead AGRICUT
240 Offset
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Trouble Shooting Guide
The charts below are intended to help in diagnosing and rectifying any problems
with your machine. If the problem persists, please consult your supplier or
contact our local dealer for advice.
AGRICUT 240 Offset Troubleshooting Chart
Fault
Possible Cause
Remedy
Shear bolt failure on start up
Tractor revs too high
Reduce revs to idle before
engaging PTO
Shear bolt failure on start up
Incorrect shear bolt
Check the shear bolt is the
correct grade and size
Shear-bolt failure in operation
Obstacle encountered
Inspect ground for stones,
stumps, etc. before replacing
with the correct grade of bolt
Excessive vibration
Broken or missing blade
Check blades and replace with
new if necessary
Excessive vibration
Cracked or damaged flexible
coupling
Check couplings and replace
with new if necessary
Clashing Blades
Incorrect blade timing
Check the blade timing is 90°
out of phase and correct if
necessary
Uneven stubble
Travelling too fast
Reduce forward speed
Ragged stubble
Blunt blades
Replace blades
Scalping ground
Skids set too low
Reset skid height
Excessive ground marking
Topper not following ground
contours correctly
Check transport strap and
adjust top link if necessary
Uncut material
Heavy crop
Reduce forward speed, or cut
twice
