overlap between the sliding members.
If the machine is shredding whilst turning on a regular
basis it is recommended that a PTO shaft with a wide
angle, constant velocity joint be fitted.
14.2 Drawbar Jack
Where the machine is fitted with a drawbar jack, adjust
the height of the drawbar to match the height of the hitch
point on the tractor. Reverse the tractor and attach the
drawbar. Lower the machine until the weight is fully
transferred to the tractor. Remove the pin retaining the
jack to the drawbar and transfer it onto the transport
position across the front of the chassis.
14.3 Castor Wheels (7100/7150 models only)
14.3.1 Use Of The Castor Wheels
The castor wheels fitted to the machine are for use in
low speed situations on a hard level ground surface and
are not intended for use as high speed transport wheels
over long distances. Maximum speed allowed on these
wheels is 25 Km/h (16 mph) up to a maximum journey
distance of 2 km (1.25 miles).
Where the machine is to be moved along the public
highway the tractor selected should be capable of
carrying the machine fully on the 3 point linkage.
14.3.2 Fitting The Machine Onto The Tractor
Follow the instructions given earlier in the instruction
book. Make sure the lower link stabilisers or check chains
are tight and prevent the lower link arms from moving
horizontally.
When the machine is attached fully to the tractor 3 point
linkage, raise the lower link arms sufficiently to allow the
front stand to be rotated up into the working position.
As the machine is supplied with a quick hitch lower link
bar it will be necessary to fit a locking bolt to both latch
plates to prevent them accidentally opening when fitted
with castor wheels, see Figure 15.
Figure 15. Latch plate locking bolt position
14.3.3 Operation
The force required to castor the wheels will be reduced if
some of the weight of the machine is taken on the tractor
3 point linkage.
The castor wheels must not be allowed to have the weight
of the tractor applied to them. If operating over undulating
surfaces it may be necessary to disconnect the top link to
allow the machine to follow the contours of the ground.
14.3.4 Unhitching The Machine
When disconnecting, find a level surface to leave the
machine on, drive forwards a short distance to make sure
the wheels are pointing towards the rear.
With the machine raised on the 3 point linkage, lower the
front parking stand and secure both ends with the pins
provided. Remove the locking bolts from the lower link
latch plates (see Figure 14). Lower the tailgate fully and
drop the machine onto it’s front stand. The machine can
now be unhitched from the tractor.
14.3.5 Lubrication
Good quality semi-solid grease should be applied to the
following grease points:
Castor wheel pivots
(2 nipples)
Castor wheel axle pins
(2 nipples)
15.0 MACHINE STORAGE
When the machine is not being used it is recommended
that the control desk be stored safely away from the
machine in a dry location or under the cover provided on
the front of the machine. The electrical connections
together with hydraulic hoses should be stored in the
positions provided on the front of the machine. If the
machine is to be laid up for any great length of time it
should be thoroughly cleaned down and any bright
surfaces treated with paint as opposed to a rust
preventative since the machine is used for dispensing
foodstuffs. All lubrication points should be attended to
ready for subsequent reuse.
16.0 DISPOSAL
At the end of the machine’s working life, the method of
disposal must be within the legislation laid down by the
local authority or the National Environment Agency.
The machine is composed of ferrous materials, synthetic
paints and rubber compounds.
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Locking bolt
