Running up your machine
1. First ensure the rotor is in the ‘off’ position and PTO drive is disengaged, then
start the tractor.
2. Engage PTO into gear and run machine up to half revs, allowing oil to
circulate for about 15 minutes before operating arms.
3. Re-check oil level, - check for oil leaks. All Spearhead machines have been
fitted to a tractor and checked thoroughly. However, hose connections can
become loose in transit and these should be checked again before the
machine is put to work.
4. Operate the arms through the full amount of travel; check all movements are
functioning correctly.
5. Place flail head near ground in a safe position and with tractor revs low, select
‘start’ position for the flail motor.
6. Once the rotor is settled, slowly increase revs of PTO to 540r.p.m. and run for
a further 5 minutes. Slowly reduce revs and then disengage PTO.
7. Check all hoses for kinks, pinching, chafing and leaks.
8.
Re-check oil level.
Spearhead
Warning
The rotor will take a long time to stop. Never leave the cab until PTO
is disengaged, engine stopped and rotor has stopped spinning.
Excel 606, 686, 726 & 836
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