Spearhead TWIGA 320, Handbook

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Safety Safety Safety Safety
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When cutting material take care as the branches may fall towards the tractor,
always using appropriate guarding on cab glass.
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Never attempt to unblock a jammed knife by hand, always use a suitable tool.
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Always ensure the knife guard is in place before transporting machine.
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Always position the arms and cutter bar on the ground or stands before
attempting any maintenance.
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Always disengage the P.T.O. and switch off the engine before attempting and
maintenance on the cutter bar.
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Always ensure the engine is switched off, the key removed and the knife has
stopped before dismounting the tractor.
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Ensure no person or vehicle is in danger from falling debris in the working
area.
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Inspect the work area for hidden obstacles, wire, posts, rocks etc, which may
damage the blades or machine.
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Avoid angling the arms or cutter bar into a position, which may contact the
tractor, causing damage.
Transport To Work Position Transport To Work Position Transport To Work Position Transport To Work Position
1. Ensure rotor is off engage P.T.O. low revolutions.
2. Position head vertical 90°.
3. Lower main lift ram only until main arm is vertical.
4. Extend dipper arm outward.
5. Position head till horizontal, just above ground.
Moving Into Transport Position Moving Into Transport Position Moving Into Transport Position Moving Into Transport Position
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Disengage head motor drive.
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Set main arm at 45 degrees.