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Spearhead Excel 

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Safety Information

afety Information

afety Information

afety Information    

 

 

This machine has the potential to be extremely dangerous, in the wrong hands it can kill 
or maim. It is therefore imperative that the owner, and the operator of this machine, read 
the  following  section  to  ensure  that  they  are  both  fully  aware  of  the  dangers  that  do,  or 
may exist, and their responsibilities surrounding its use.  
The  operator  of  this  machine  is  responsible  not  only  for  their  own  safety  but  equally  for 
the safety of others who may come into the close proximity of the machine, as the owner 
you are responsible for both.  
 

POTENTIAL  SIGNIFICANT 

POTENTIAL  SIGNIFICANT 

POTENTIAL  SIGNIFICANT 

POTENTIAL  SIGNIFICANT  DANGERS  ASSOCIATED  WITH  THE  USE  OF 

DANGERS  ASSOCIATED  WITH  THE  USE  OF 

DANGERS  ASSOCIATED  WITH  THE  USE  OF 

DANGERS  ASSOCIATED  WITH  THE  USE  OF 

THIS MACHINE:

THIS MACHINE:

THIS MACHINE:

THIS MACHINE:    

 

 

Being hit by debris thrown by rotating components. 

 

 

Being hit by machine parts ejected through damage during use. 

 

 

Being caught on a rotating power take-off (PTO) shaft. 

 

 

Being caught in other moving parts i.e.: belts, pulleys and cutting heads. 

 

 

Electrocution from Overhead Power Lines (by contact with or ‘flashover’ from). 

 

 

Being hit by cutting heads or machine arms as they move. 

 

 

Becoming trapped between tractor and machine when hitching or unhitching. 

 

 

Tractor overbalancing when machine arm is extended. 

 

 

Injection of high pressure oil from hydraulic hoses or couplings. 

 

 

Machine overbalancing when freestanding (out of use). 

 

 

Road traffic accidents due to collision or debris on the road. 

 

BEFORE USING THIS M

BEFORE USING THIS M

BEFORE USING THIS M

BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE YOU MUST:

ACHINE YOU MUST:

ACHINE YOU MUST:

ACHINE YOU MUST:    

 

 

Ensure you read all sections of the operator handbook. 

 

 

Ensure the operator is, or has been, properly trained to use the machine. 

 

 

Ensure the operator has been issued with and reads the operator handbook. 

 

 

Ensure the operator understands and follows the instructions in operator handbook. 

Summary of Contents for EXCEL 470

Page 1: ...Spearhead Excel 470 0 0 0 0 EXCEL 470 Reach Mower Edition Edition Edition Edition 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 Dec Dec Dec Dec 2011 2011 2011 2011 PART No PART No PART No PART No 8999063 8999063 8999063 8999063...

Page 2: ...ry Directive is supported by the following harmonized standards BS EN ISO 14121 1 2007 Safety of Machinery Risk Assessment Part 1 Principles Part 2 Practical Guide and Examples of Methods BS EN ISO 12...

Page 3: ...aulic Oil 13 Machine Attachment Chain Type Stabilizer 14 Machine Attachment Link Type Stabilizer 17 Operation Information 21 Rotor Rotation Direction 21 Rotor Control 22 Cable Controls Levers and Symb...

Page 4: ...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 environment We recommend that the windows are kept closed With...

Page 5: ...ING An operating procedure technique etc which can result in personal injury or loss of life if not observed carefully CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION An operating procedure technique etc which can re...

Page 6: ...atures Features Cable Controls Linkage Mounted Right or Left Hand Cutting 1 2m Double Skin Head 150 litre Hydraulic Reservoir Independent Hydraulics 245 of Head Angle Constant Motion Built in Head Flo...

Page 7: ...THIS MACHINE Being hit by debris thrown by rotating components Being hit by machine parts ejected through damage during use Being caught on a rotating power take off PTO shaft Being caught in other mo...

Page 8: ...nspect the work area thoroughly 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 work...

Page 9: ...SE THIS MACHINE Never attempt to use this machine if you have not been trained to do so Never uses a machine until you have read and understood the operator handbook are familiar with and practiced th...

Page 10: ...rs a wide range of safety subjects it is s a wide range of safety subjects it is s a wide range of safety subjects it is s a wide range of safety subjects it is impossible to predict every eventuality...

Page 11: ...h things as controls hydraulics heads booms etc The cutting head is of a double skin construction The cutting flail blades offered for your Spearhead machines are a Heavy double edged design one piece...

Page 12: ...e head rotation lever beyond the normal actuation range into a detented float position Lift float is available as an option on the machine All machines have a relief valve in the primary ram system th...

Page 13: ...as Remember the driver must be looking through safety protection at the flail head in any working position If the windows are not laminated safety glass polycarbonate glazing must also be fitted If th...

Page 14: ...H M 68 COMMA Hydraulic Oil LIC 15 Hydraulic Oil LIC 20 ELF Hydrelf HV 46 Hydrelf XV 46 Hydrelf HV 68 ESSO Univis N 46 Univis N 68 FUCHS UK Non UK markets Renolin 46 Renolin HVZ 46 Renolin CL46 B15 Ren...

Page 15: ...ng with the upper stabilizer plates to the tractor selecting the highest possible position avoiding any load sensing properties Connect top link to the machines top link point Raise the machine on the...

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Page 18: ...ins in position using locking pins Fit and secure the stabiliser s top link yoke to the tractor s top link select the highest available position avoiding any load sensing properties Attach top link to...

Page 19: ...les into position Control levers are supplied bolted together as a complete unit along with a mounting bracket for attachment within the tractor the number of controllers in the set can vary dependent...

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Page 22: ...tor Rotation Direction otor Rotation Direction otor Rotation Direction otor Rotation Direction Depending on the type of hedge to be cut an option of rotation direction is offered The upward cut is rec...

Page 23: ...R CHANGE DIRECTION OF ROTOR CU EVER CHANGE DIRECTION OF ROTOR CU EVER CHANGE DIRECTION OF ROTOR CUT WHILST ROTOR IS STILL T WHILST ROTOR IS STILL T WHILST ROTOR IS STILL T WHILST ROTOR IS STILL TURNIN...

Page 24: ...Spearhead Excel 470 23 23 23 23 C C C Cable Controls able Controls able Controls able Controls...

Page 25: ...Spearhead Excel 470 24 24 24 24 C C C Cable Controls able Controls able Controls able Controls L L L Lever Functions ever Functions ever Functions ever Functions...

Page 26: ...g the booms of trimmers to suit C C C Cutting Head utting Head utting Head utting Head The cutting head rotor has been balanced prior to fitting this will ensure a vibration free cutting unit Should t...

Page 27: ...learance of the tractor wheel to avoid possible contact or fouling during transportation WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING Never transport a machine with the Booms open Never transport a machine with th...

Page 28: ...f lowering tractor three point linkage Top link may have to be adjusted to ensure trimmer is upright and safe When you are sure that trimmer is properly settled and safe on its stands operate boom 1 l...

Page 29: ...od condition replace or repair if required Never operate a machine with missing or damaged guarding Check hoses and connections for wear damage or leaks and replace immediately if required Never check...

Page 30: ...ranty does not cover claims in respect of wearing parts such as blades flails paintwork tyres belts hydraulic hoses bearings bushes linkage pins top links ball ends unless there is a manufacturing or...

Page 31: ...s only It does not apply to other parts to consumables such as lubricants seals or filters or to labor charges 2 The machinery must have had an annual service carried out by an Authorised Spearhead De...

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Page 33: ...rhead Excel 470 32 32 32 32 Spearhead Machinery Ltd Green View Salford Priors Evesham Worcestershire WR11 8SW Tel 01789 491860 Fax 01789 778683 www spearheadmachinery com enquiries spearheadmachinery...

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