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STARCUT

300

Safety

Warning

Danger – flying objects
keep safe distance from
the machine as long as
the engine is running.

Warning

Stay clear of mower blade
as long as engine is
running.

Warning

Shut off engine and remove
key before performing
maintenance or repair work.

Warning

Check all nuts are tight
every 8 hours.

Warning

Carefully read operator’s
manual before handling this
machine. Observe
instructions and safety rules
when operating.

Summary of Contents for Starcut 300

Page 1: ...STARCUT 300 STARCUT 300 Edition 1 June 2012 Part No 8999062 1...

Page 2: ...n in this book different to the Machine it relates to please contact the After Sales Department for advice Please ensure that this manual is handed to the operator before using the machine for the fir...

Page 3: ...taching To The Tractor 9 Setting Up Adjustments Height 10 Machine Protection 11 Operation 12 Transportation 12 Servicing Maintenance Safety First 13 Torque Settings 13 Daily Every 8 Hours 14 Every 16...

Page 4: ...ty of Machinery Risk Assessment Part 1 Principles Part 2 Practical Guide and Examples of Methods BS EN ISO 12100 1 2010 Safety of Machinery Part 1 Basic Terminology and Methodology Part 2 Technical Pr...

Page 5: ...und and the rotors have stopped spinning Never stop the engine with the PTO engaged Always check that all guards are properly fitted check there is no damaged or loose parts Particular attention shoul...

Page 6: ...Warning Stay clear of mower blade as long as engine is running Warning Shut off engine and remove key before performing maintenance or repair work Warning Check all nuts are tight every 8 hours Warnin...

Page 7: ...earhead strongly recommends 75hp plus tractor with CATEGORY 2 rear linkage Ensure there is sufficient weight on front wheels of the tractor for safe transport and stability PTO must be independent liv...

Page 8: ...3 0m Weight 900kg Number of Rotors 2 Blades 4 or 12 Blade overlap 80mm Blade tip speed 85m sec Splitter gearbox rating 175hp Rotor gearbox rating 116hp Gearbox oil EP90 API GL 5 PTO speed 1000rpm Rub...

Page 9: ...heck first connect the mower to the tractor Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect to the tractor PTO output shaft and the gearbox input shaft Hold the half shafts next to each other in the shortest wor...

Page 10: ...vel front to rear and side to side The weight of the machine should be equally distributed between the tractor and the wheels When set properly this should prevent scalping Lengthen top link to ensure...

Page 11: ...rboxes are fitted with friction type torque limiters the clutch settings should not be altered without reference to the Spearhead Service Department Never operate without protection this could result...

Page 12: ...hine only needs to be raised when turning in a tight corner or reversing over dense undergrowth or when operating on the front linkage The machine is fitted with as standard 4 high lift blades complet...

Page 13: ...nce is completed It is imperative that the following checks are carried out in order not to invalidate your warranty these are carried out before the first operation after the first hour then after 4...

Page 14: ...3 Regularly Check there is no wrapping of string plastic grass or other debris between rotor boss and blades Inspect gearbox seals for leaks Regularly check the rotor boss retaining castle nut for ti...

Page 15: ...hardness of the blades All the blades are free swinging and swivel on hardened steel bushes which are easily replaced When replacing blades it is important that blades are replaced in sets in order to...

Page 16: ...damage to paint Grease all grease points until fresh grease shows Store PTO shaft in a dry place After Storage Check condition of the tyre where applicable and then follow the maintenance procedure co...

Page 17: ...PTO engaged with too much power revs Blades hitting the ground Damage to Rubber Coupling Shock loading from either poor start up or blades hitting something Damage to PTO Shaft Gearboxes Inoperative t...

Page 18: ...normal servicing items such as oils and lubricants 5 This warranty does not cover any expenses or losses incurred whilst the machinery is out of use for warranty repairs or parts replacement 6 This wa...