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Spearhead Trident 

4000/5000/6000

 

 

 

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Introduction 

 
The  Trident  is  a  very  robust  high  capacity  flail  mower  that  is  easy  to  operate  and 
maintain, to ensure trouble-free operation this manual should be carefully studied.

 

 

Safety First 

 

Do  not  start  the  machine  until  you  fully  understand  the  operation  and  safety 
precaution  requirements.    Always  ensure  the  operators  are  proficient  with  the 
operation of this type of machine. 
 

Tractor Requirements

 

 

 

Spearhead recommended 70 

– 90HP tractor for the Trident 4000 

 

       80 

– 110HP tractor for the Trident 5000 

       110 

– 150HP tractor for the Trident 6000

 

 

 

Fixed  clevis  drawbar  minimum  height  (17”)  430mm,  at  maximum  extension 
(14”) 355mm.

 

 

 

Minimum tractor weight 3000kg including ballast.

 

 

 

PTO  must  be  independent  live  drive  to  enable  continuous  PTO  drive  even 
when tractor clutch is pressed down.

 

 

 

External oil supply (min. pressure 140 bar) and free flow returns.

 

 

 

CAT 2 front or rear linkage.

 

 

 

Attaching to the Tractor – Trailed Machine 

 
It is advisable to remove the tractor rear link arms.  However, if this is not convenient, 
at least check the link arms do not contact the PTO shaft when turning. 
 
Before coupling to the tractor, it is important to check that the tractor draw bar is out 
at  its  longest  setting,  which  will  give  the  tightest  turning  circle  without  risk  of 
bottoming the PTO shaft. 
 
 

                                                                                            
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

When fitting the pin through the drawbar clevis, 
insert the plastic washer between the tractor and 
machine drawbar as shown.  This washer is a 
replaceable wearing part. 

 

   

Do not attach the machine to the 
pick-up hook as this will result in 
serious damage to the PTO 

Summary of Contents for Trident 4000

Page 1: ...Spearhead Trident 4000 5000 6000 1 Trident 4000 5000 6000 Flail Mowers 8999010 11th Edition October 2015...

Page 2: ...gned by the selling dealer to verify that your machine has been registered with Spearhead Machinery Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s respons...

Page 3: ...This warranty does not apply to any expendable items such as blades flails bushes belts flap kits skids shields guards wear pads or pneumatic tyres 1 05 Temporary repairs and consequential loss i e o...

Page 4: ...set forth herein and implied warranties with respect to the goods including but not limited to merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose 3 02 The manufacturer makes no warranty as to the de...

Page 5: ...is supported by the following harmonized standards BS EN ISO 12100 2010 Safety of Machinery General Principles for Design Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction BS EN 349 1993 A1 2008 Safety of Machinery...

Page 6: ...he Input PTO Drive Shaft 11 Transport To Work 12 Setting Up 13 Raising Wings 14 Operation 15 Options 15 Transportation 16 Servicing Maintenance Safety First 17 Rotor Care 18 Torque Settings 18 Gearbox...

Page 7: ...re no damaged or loose parts Particular attention should be given to the flails to ensure they are not damaged cracked or missing Inspect work area for wire steel posits large stones and other dangero...

Page 8: ...that is poorly maintained or has guards that are damaged or missing Never allow an inexperienced person to operate without supervision Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it does not meet th...

Page 9: ...Warning Stay clear of mower flails Warning Do not remove open guard Warning Shut off engine and remove key before performing maintenance or repair work Warning Carefully read operator s manual before...

Page 10: ...kg including ballast PTO must be independent live drive to enable continuous PTO drive even when tractor clutch is pressed down External oil supply min pressure 140 bar and free flow returns CAT 2 fro...

Page 11: ...from moving from side to side when in transport which can be dangerous See decal below for reference Shortening The Input PTO Shaft Before fitting the PTO for the first time it may be necessary to adj...

Page 12: ...before removing the transport strap Follow the same procedure for the centre lever and rear deck Push all the control levers fully forward to lock into the detent position allowing the mowing decks t...

Page 13: ...in float allowing the mower to follow ground contours Setting Up Height Adjustment To achieve major adjustment of cutting height reposition the two side plates carrying the rear rollers Ensure the re...

Page 14: ...ructions However for prolonged use we recommend that the optional wing gearbox selector is disengaged Fig 4 Warning Never operate the machine with other people present as it is possible for debris to...

Page 15: ...lve that operates the mowing decks is in float position to enable the decks to freely follow all contours of the ground On trailed machines the constant velocity joint on the input PTO shaft can allow...

Page 16: ...trap Lift rear mower to maximum and securely lock up with adjustable transport link Never transport along public highways with the wings only supported by the hydraulics always use the locking strap F...

Page 17: ...on the tractor hydraulics alone Always fully lower to the ground or securely prop the machine on substantial servicing stands Always replace all guards and retaining chains after servicing maintenance...

Page 18: ...is will immediately put the rotor out of balance Never Engage rotor at high PTO speeds Torque Settings The torque figures given are recommended maximum settings only Size Tensile strength Description...

Page 19: ...rapping of string plastic grass or other debris on rotor shaft and rear roller Check the condition of flails and ensure all retaining bolts are tight When flails are replaced care must be taken to mai...

Page 20: ...Roller Ensure roller shafts are clamped tight Grease rear roller daily at least every 8 hours and especially after washing 10 30 pumps of grease may be required until fresh grease shows Pulleys Three...

Page 21: ...d weathering Replace all damaged components and all shielding removed during maintenance Do not use PTO adaptors with CV drivelines Replace special Taper Pin Bolts only with genuine OEM parts periodic...

Page 22: ...Spearhead Trident 4000 5000 6000 22 Fig 10 Main Body Grease Daily grease all points shown below Fig 9 Rotor Cross Shaft Rear Roller Bearings Grease Daily grease all points shown below...

Page 23: ...g bolts and tension belts via jacking bolts using a straight edge to maintain alignment Fig 11 Retighten all bolts Note Adjust belt tension when in work position Tensioning Drive Belts on Secondary Dr...

Page 24: ...d be sure to remove all detergents to avoid any discoloring or damage to paint Grease all grease points until fresh grease shows Store PTO shaft and drive belts in a dry place Control levers must be k...

Page 25: ...Water in bearing See rotor vibration Remove wire string Grease bearings to schedule Expel water with grease Rotor Vibration Flails broken or missing Bearings worn or damaged Rotor damaged bent Build...

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