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Page 2: ...ok different to the machine it relates to please contact the After Sales Department for advice GreenTec Machinery Limited 2015 Please ensure that this manual is handed to the operator before using the...

Page 3: ...commendations 13 Overhead Power Lines 15 Specifications 17 Attaching Machine To The Tractor 3 Point Linkage 18 Attaching Machine To The Tractor Axle Mounting 22 Running Up Your Machine 24 Removing fro...

Page 4: ...topilot 48 Warning 48 Quad Saw 49 Technical Data 50 Tensioning the belts 50 Belt diagram 51 Mounting the Quad Saw 51 Quad Saw Operating Instructions 52 Warning 52 Service and maintenance 53 Greasing 5...

Page 5: ...e www greentec eu where the login via the dealer s access gives you the latest updates on instructional and part books on our entire product range The password for dealer log in PUBLISHER We hope you...

Page 6: ...buyer fully understands the manual s contents If the machine is resold the manual must be transferred to the new owner Please fill out the list below to ensure that the necessary information is at han...

Page 7: ...duct GreenTec Twiga Flex Product code 998365778 Serial no Type Armsystem mower DS EN ISO 12100 3rd edition 2011 Safety of Machinery General principles for design Risk assessment and risk reduction DS...

Page 8: ...g third party equipment to a vehicle that the maximum possible stability of the machine and vehicle combination is achieved this can be accomplished by the utilisation of ballast in order to counter b...

Page 9: ...erable to use external weights but liquid can be added to around 75 of the tyre volume water with anti freeze or the heavier Calcium Chloride alternative can be used Addition of weights care should be...

Page 10: ...otating saw blades knifes Warning Do not remove open guard when parts are rotating Warning Stop engine and remove key before performing maintenance or repair work Warning Check all nuts and bolts are...

Page 11: ...ation manuals for both machines before attempting to attach or operate this equipment When the machine is not in use it should be lowered to rest on the ground In the event of any fault being detected...

Page 12: ...isible and well placed in order to give clear advanced warning of the hazard Contact the Department of Transport or your Local Highways Authority to obtain detailed information on this subject The lat...

Page 13: ...d before removing the hazard warning signs Collect all road signs promptly when the job is completed Safety Gear It is recommended that the following personal protective equipment is worn when operati...

Page 14: ...ticular attention should be given to the flails to ensure they are not damaged cracked or missing Inspect work area for wire steel posts large stones and other dangerous materials and remove before st...

Page 15: ...the machine without supervision Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it doesn t meet the manufacturer s specification Never use a machine if the hydraulic system shows signs of damage Never a...

Page 16: ...ectricity can flashover when machinery gets close to it WARNING All operators must read the following information and be aware of the risks and dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhea...

Page 17: ...areas If doubt exists do not work in the area never risk the safety of yourself or others Emergency Action for Accidents Involving Electricity Never touch an overhead line even if it has been brought...

Page 18: ...range m with LRS 2001 5 5 6 3 7 2 8 1 C range m 3 3 3 9 4 7 5 4 D range m 3 4 4 2 4 6 5 4 E range m 4 1 4 9 5 5 6 3 Type 7000 Flex 7000 LR Flex 7000T Flex 7000 LRT Flex A range m 6 7 7 5 7 9 9 0 B ra...

Page 19: ...wer links 2 Fit stabiliser bracket into top link clevis and fit top link The standard link comes with a Cat III hole plus a Cat III to Cat II reducing bush a 28mm bracket is available on request 3 Fit...

Page 20: ...earance 5 Adjust the top link so that the machine sits vertically 6 Fit locking pins to stabiliser tubes then the linkage can be lowered so that the weight of the machine is taken by the stabilisers I...

Page 21: ...t is supplied with every machine if additional brackets are required contact your local dealer A 12v 30Amp power supply will be required 8 Ensure the engine is switched off and then fit the P T O shaf...

Page 22: ...o view flail head in any operating position Mesh can be retained by springs and clips supplied but it is the operators responsibility to ensure guarding is firmly in place Warning Avoid raising the tr...

Page 23: ...ng 1 Mount axle brackets as instructed on separate fitting sheet specific to your tractor type 2 Detach tractor draft links 4 Assemble sub frame to suit axle width 1m or 1 1m mount sub frame assembly...

Page 24: ...as original Attach tractor lift links to frame with suitable pins Note The hole sizes may not match the tractor links this will not matter as the machines weight will be carried on the stabilisers 7 E...

Page 25: ...of travel check all movements are functioning correctly 5 Place flail head near ground in a safe position and with tractor revs low idle select start position for the flail motor 6 Once rotor is settl...

Page 26: ...head on the ground approximately 1 5 m out from machine main assembly to the rear 3 Ensure head float is discharged and turned off 4 The arms must be slewed back into transport position and the lockin...

Page 27: ...ly use Joystick type STD 2010 2012 Power On Off Head Float Arm Float Option Autopilot Available Option Hydr parallel handling Turn Head Available Option Telescope Rotor On Off Turn arm Vertical contro...

Page 28: ...ga Flex Joystik type STD Auto Flex 2013 Power On Off Head Float Arm Float Option Autopilot Auto Flex Vertical control Available Option Telescope Rotor On Off Turn arm Turn head Tip head Option Overste...

Page 29: ...pulley 160 motor pulley 150 Cutting width The standard width of 1 2 m is suitable for both grass and hedges and gives the best balance between power and weight The alternative width of 1 5 m is best s...

Page 30: ...Spearhead 29 Twiga Flex Rotation settings High Speed Low Speed...

Page 31: ...ing The flails are cutting upwards reducing flying debris to a minimum and leaving a tidy finish Open adjustable front hood as required Rough cutting Reverse rotation and remove front cowling if neces...

Page 32: ...ng height adjustment Grass cutting Set rear roller down to control cutting height Have rubber flap fitted to the front and rear of head and close down the adjustable front hood to reduce flying debris...

Page 33: ...speed Failure to heed this warning will result in severe damage i e greatly increased oil temperature risk of rotor going out of balance as well as reduced machine life and could cause expensive repa...

Page 34: ...or Never travel with the reach arm away from bump stop on the main arm failure to adhere to this warning will cause damage to ram seals and arms 1 Disengage head motor drive Ensure that the lift and h...

Page 35: ...in make sure the gap is at least 300 mm 4 Make sure the tool is hanging as protected as possible The transport position may vary according to machine and tractor 5 Mount the adjustable transportation...

Page 36: ...re that when engaging the rotor with low PTO rpm the operations of the arm will be slower or not operating at all Cold start it is important not to run at full speed with cold oil Run at low speed for...

Page 37: ...oo high a forward speed and when working uphill The tractor must be halted and the flail head manoeuvred around the obstacle before the break back is reset via slew control lever switch Remember befor...

Page 38: ...driving forward 0 when reversing while the ram is completely out 900 Forward Normal working position for hedge cutting Can be used for grass cutting Break Back device works 100 while driving forward a...

Page 39: ...ak back Possible overloading of the motor which will overheat the oil A slower forward speed improves the standard of the finish Cut field side and bottom of hedge first Cutting hedge from roadside Wa...

Page 40: ...er to OFF and wait until rotor stops spinning Disengage PTO and stop engine before leaving cab Oil cooler Prolongs the life of the hydraulic oil and components in hot and arduous conditions Not fitted...

Page 41: ...ead regularly Operating the head angle float Lower the cutting head to the ground and engage the head angle float control This will open the ram to the tank and the ramHead can float in or out You wil...

Page 42: ...oller This is important as too little weight on the rear roller will leave uncut areas of grass too much weight on the roller will cause scalping in places and increase flail wear and damage We strong...

Page 43: ...lding the machine to the required work position this function is engaged by pressing the yellow switch If Rotorflex is not vertical it will now automatically correct itself Auto Flex is especially sui...

Page 44: ...y The settings for cutting hedges have large gaps between the positions at the bottom of the adjustment point The settings for cutting grass have small gaps between the positions Warning If the hedge...

Page 45: ...angle becomes more normal The middle position of the green switch will allow angle float without autopilot Autopilot will only operate when the cutting head rear roller is in contact with the ground I...

Page 46: ...tart the machine and turn on the Autopilot The arm should rise if the arm head was fully lowered or drop if the rear roller is off the ground and the 2 switch arms should come to rest in the valley be...

Page 47: ...position of cams increase sensitivity by moving the cam peaks together reduce auto pilot sensitivity by moving them apart We recommend the cam plates are flush at the top as shown Ensure the switch le...

Page 48: ...the spring length is 200mm Bend lever arm of switch to align with the middle of each cam ensure they don t overlap onto the adjacent cam Move the cams apart to increase amount of weight carried on the...

Page 49: ...sary to temporarily lift with the main ram using joystick and the isolator button If you approach larger areas not to be mown i e road junction bridges and crash barriers it will be necessary to switc...

Page 50: ...stop the engine with the PTO engaged Before leaving the tractor cab always ensure that the saw head is firmly on the ground no weight is on the tractors hydraulics and blades have stopped spinning Al...

Page 51: ...cation Vertical Vertical Oil flow 15 0 CC 50 Litres Relief valve 180 bar 50 litres Relief valve 180 bar Oil flow 28 0 CC 85 Litres Relief valve 150 bar 85 litres Relief valve 150 bar e g Twiga 4 7000...

Page 52: ...lation to the direction of travel The hydraulic hoses must be connected correctly to achieve the correct direction of rotation Drainage hose must be lead directly to the oil reservoir Daily inspect al...

Page 53: ...a skid mounted on the bottom of the saw attachment to protect the lowest blade from striking the ground Warning Be careful not bend the blades in storage or during work The blades must be inspected d...

Page 54: ...ex Service and maintenance Greasing Daily grease points Twiga Flex Head rotor roller Grease 1 2m head every 8 hours min 10 pumps Weekly grease it with 40 50 pumps so grease are comming out at the Roto...

Page 55: ...plugs as this will damage the gearbox casing PTO Dismantle and clean the input drive shaft sliding surfaces failure to do this will result in serious damage to the gearbox Grease U J joints every 8 ho...

Page 56: ...avoid twisting fitting use two spanners to slacken and tighten Always check the black protective sleeve is in good order to replace sleeve is far cheaper than replacing expensive hoses Hose warranty...

Page 57: ...and do not over tighten If a fitting leaks it will need to be replaced Recommended oil Filtration Maintenance The machine is protected by a suction strainer a low pressure full flow return line filter...

Page 58: ...Spearhead 57 Twiga Flex Twiga Flex with Danfoss PVG 32 2006 Fig 1 P171741 Filter liner 2 K040675 High pressure filter kpl Twiga Flex is cleaned to 10 My or below before deliverance...

Page 59: ...g the flails When the flails are showing signs of wear and tear defects or cracks they must be replaced immediately Never attempt to weld the flails This will leave them very brittle and this is very...

Page 60: ...s It is important where possible to store undercover to protect against rain and sunlight Always ensure a firm level surface Smear greaser on all areas vulnerable to corrosion in particular the chrome...

Page 61: ...oken or missing Replace flails Bearings worn or damaged Replace bearings Rotor bend Re balance replace rotor Build up of debris Remove debris Incorrect speed Check rotor R P M Oil overheating Oil leve...

Page 62: ...ry easily detected on pump inspection Warranty will not be considered if fault is due to misuse Service Hours Service points Grease Drain Check Clean Change 1 4 hrs Bolts are fully tightened X Conditi...

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Page 67: ...ge pins top links ball ends unless there is a manufacturing or material defect or the cost of normal servicing items such as oils and lubricants 5 This warranty does not cover any expenses or losses i...

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