Spearhead RC 132, Handbook & Parts Book

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Spearhead RC
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BEFORE STARTING WORK:
Description of the RC Rotary Hedge Cutter:
Hydraulic driven hedge cutter.
The tool is used for hedges and smaller branches and bushes that have a maximum
diameter of 30mm (RC132) and 40mm (RC162) without fraying the branches. The
machine consists of a self-supporting shield with 3 shafts for mounting rotors with 6
tempered blades. Each shaft is driven by ridged belts and the overall working is
through the hydraulic driven vehicle. The branch raiser is situated beneath the lower
rotor. The hedge cutter is supplied with an adaptor for mounting on various vehicles.
The belt drive is fully covered by a safety steel cover. Gaining access to the belt drive
for maintenance purposes requires loosening 2 bolts.
Setting Up For Work:
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Wear safety glasses and work gloves.
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Remove transport safeguard if fitted and turn the armsystem into work position.
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Start the tool at low oil flow (low rpm). Let the tool warm up for a few minutes.
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Adjust machine horizontally/vertically for cutting and raise into work position.
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Adjust the rotor rotations to the recommended speed and drive with a safe
speed that is adjusted to the terrain and other possible obstacles.
Tool Start:
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Choose low engine RPM.
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Make sure that the surrounding area is secured.
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Warm start
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start the tool.
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Cold start
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never start the tool at maximum speed. Let the tool run without
much strain for approximately 15 minutes to heat up the oil.
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Slowly increase rpm until the correct oil amount is reached.
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Never attempt to restart a strained/wedged in tool. Stop the tool and the vehicle
engine. Remove the ignition key and engage the handbrake. Only then it is safe
to remove the wedged in material. Always wear safety glasses and work gloves.
Tool Stop:
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Reduce engine RPM to fast idling and stop the tool.
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Never increase or reduce the oil amount too fast. This will damage the hydraulic
system on a long-term basis.
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When you are finished working, stop the engine, remove the ignition key and
engage the handbrake. Always wear safety glasses and work gloves. Refit
safeguard. Beware of sharp cutting parts!
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Always show consideration for other road users during transportation.
Power Lines:
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Always pay close attention to overhead lines. Between power poles
there is always risk of hitting overhead lines. When in doubt please
contact your local power station for advice concerning safety distance.