Spearhead AGRICUT 180, Operator'S Instruction Manual

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7 Troubleshooting
The charts below are intended to help in diagnose and rectify any problems with your machine. If the problem
persists, please consult your supplier, or contact Spearhead Machinery. See the Machine Identification page;
Section 1.4.
7.1 Troubleshooting - Agricut 180
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Shear-bolt failure on start up Tractor revs too high Reduce revs to idle before
engaging P.T.O.
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
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 lower lift arm to lift arm
bracket clearance. Adjust if
necessary
Uncut material Heavy crop Reduce forward speed, or cut
twice
Uneven stubble Travelling too fast Reduce forward speed
7.2 Troubleshooting - Agricut 270
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Shear-bolt failure on start up Tractor revs too high Reduce revs to idle before
engaging P.T.O.
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
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 lower lift arm to lift arm
bracket clearance. Adjust if
necessary
Uncut material Heavy crop Reduce forward speed, or cut
twice