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TWOSE TC526

Hedgecutter / Grass Mower

peration Manual

Publication No.676 June 2011 (Rev.09.01.12)

Summary of Contents for TC526

Page 1: ...TWOSE TC526 Hedgecutter Grass Mower Operation Manual Publication No 676 June 2011 Rev 09 01 12...

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Page 3: ...selling dealer to verify that your machine has been registered with Twose of Tiverton Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s responsibility to reg...

Page 4: ...ailure due to lack of maintenance use of incorrect oil or lubricants contamination of the oil or which has served its normal life This warranty does not apply to any expendable items such as blades fl...

Page 5: ...ed 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 design capability capacity o...

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Page 7: ...ent the right is reserved to depart without notice from any detail illustrated or specified in this book without incurring the obligation to provide such modifications on the machine previously delive...

Page 8: ...N ISO 14121 1 2007 Safety 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 methodol...

Page 9: ...O 14121 1 2007 Safety 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...

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Page 11: ...trol Direction Lock 20 Cable Controls Levers and Symbols 21 Cable Controls Lever Functions 22 Switchbox Controls Operation and Functions 23 Monolever Controls Operation and Functions 25 Proportional C...

Page 12: ...pply to a normal distribution of use where the noise fluctuates between zero and maximum The figures assume that the machine is fitted to a tractor with a quiet cab with the windows closed in a genera...

Page 13: ...served carefully NOTE An operating procedure technique etc which is considered essential to emphasize LEFT AND RIGHT HAND This term is applicable to the machine when fitted to the tractor and viewed f...

Page 14: ...Left Hand Cutting 1 2m Belt Drive Head 200 litre Hydraulic Reservoir Independent Hydraulics Option of Standard or Hi Power 245 of Head Angle Constant Motion Built in Head Floatation Optional Lift Flo...

Page 15: ...4 SAFETY INFORMATION...

Page 16: ...ted through damage during use Being caught on a rotating power take off PTO shaft Being caught in other moving parts i e belts pulleys and cutting heads Electrocution from Overhead Power Lines by cont...

Page 17: ...is used as necessary Always inspect the work area thoroughly before starting to note obstacles and remove wire bottles cans and other debris Use clear suitably sized warning signs to alert others to t...

Page 18: ...ecessary WHEN NOT TO USE THIS MACHINE Never attempt to use this machine if you have not been trained to do so Never uses a machine until you have read and understood the operator handbook are familiar...

Page 19: ...e engine should be switched off the key removed and pocketed Never leave a machine unattended in a raised position it should be lowered to the ground in a safe position on a level firm site Never leav...

Page 20: ...utting flail blades offered for your Twose machines are a Heavy double edged design one piece For Upward or Downward cutting Suitable for all types of conditions and growth b Back to Back rigid one pi...

Page 21: ...chine which once the machine has been attached to the tractor should be folded away in the stow position A hydraulically powered breakback system 100 max slew is built into all models this is primaril...

Page 22: ...ecific advice on this subject Four wheel drive tractors have extra weight inbuilt plus larger front wheels this is an advantage in keeping the unit stable TRACTOR OPERATOR GUARDING Use a tractor with...

Page 23: ...6 Hydrelf XV 46 Hydrelf HV 68 ESSO Univis N 46 Univis N 68 FUCHS UK Non UK markets Renolin 46 Renolin HVZ 46 Renolin CL46 B15 Renolin AF46 ZAF46B Renolin 68 Renolin HVZ 68 Renolin CL68 B20 Renolin AF6...

Page 24: ...k arms Secure lift pin into position using the 7 16 dia pin and ring assembly FOR AUTOMATIC QUICK CROOK ON LOWER LINK ONLY Remove spring pins lift pins and spacers as supplied with Hedgetrimmer from l...

Page 25: ...tabiliser arms should be fitted through pair of nearest matching holes and secured with 7 16 pin and ring both arms Ensure chosen setting is same on both arms Tighten M20 setscrew to each stabiliser a...

Page 26: ...s nuts and washers are supplied for fixing purposes All glass screens on the relevant side of cab must be protected Fix valve control handles into position Control levers are supplied bolted together...

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Page 29: ...18 FLAIL MOTOR HOSE INSTALLATION...

Page 30: ...results and performance variation from this recommended R P M should be kept to a minimum and never at any time should PTO R P M exceed 540 R P M ROTOR ROTATION DIRECTION Depending on the type of hed...

Page 31: ...hine will be supplied set as standard for upward rotor cutting unless specifically requested otherwise ROTOR CUT DIRECTION MUST NEVER BE CHANGED IN ONE MOVEMENT The controller lever head for motor spo...

Page 32: ...21 1 2 3 4 5 Angle Lift Reach Slew Rotor Control 1 2 3 4 5 Angle Lift Reach Slew Rotor Control Rotor Control Spindle CABLE CONTROLS Lever Symbols Angle Float...

Page 33: ...22 CABLE CONTROLS LEVER FUNCTIONS...

Page 34: ...23 SWITCHBOX CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 35: ...Dipper Arm towards the operator 3 Green Switch Lever Movement of this lever in a Forwards and Backwards direction operates the Head Angle function Forward Lowers the Outer end of the flail head and r...

Page 36: ...25 MONOLEVER CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 37: ...light off BUTTON FUNCTIONS Note with all the following buttons movement is dictated by the length of time the button is held releasing the button will halt the movement in that function 3 Head Angle B...

Page 38: ...27 PROPORTIONAL CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 39: ...osition Note this function can be utilized for repositioning the machine to work in difficult positions such as corners and for negotiating around or avoiding obstacles BUTTON FUNCTIONS 5 Midcut Butto...

Page 40: ...ion operates the Main Arm Forwards Lowers the Main Arm Backwards Raises the Main Arm 2 Lever Movement of the lever in a Sideways direction operates the Dipper Arm Left Moves Dipper Arm away from the o...

Page 41: ...e of unbalance This will result in vibration from the rotor being transmitted through the head Should this happen stop immediately as to continue may have serious consequences Once stopped clean rotor...

Page 42: ...tion Fold in second outer boom with cutting head until boom main tube contacts rubber buffer fixed to first boom The cutting head should now be positioned behind and slightly inside tractor rear tyre...

Page 43: ...end this will release the guard flap panel Open upper guard inspection panel Slacken the 2 bolts holding hydraulic motor to its mounting plate Adjust belt tension by turning the nuts on the tensioning...

Page 44: ...The drive belts can now be removed from around the pair of vee pulleys New belts can now be fitted position each belt in the respective vee s on both the driven and the driver pulleys Replace the main...

Page 45: ...plete with bearing housing attached to drop out of main frame and removed Replacement procedure Position flail head as described for removal procedure see above Position rotor vertically with the driv...

Page 46: ...flail head refer to diagram below To alter the roller position each end bracket of the roller and the relative securing bolts will need to be positioned at either of the four position height options o...

Page 47: ...ve to be adjusted to ensure trimmer is upright and safe When you are sure that trimmer is properly settled and safe on its stands operate boom 1 lever to release hydraulic pressure from ram NOTE If th...

Page 48: ...now be removed if so desired Replace location pins back through arms of stabiliser assembly and secure in position with 7 16 lynch pins Re connect top link bar assembly back onto stabiliser with pin a...

Page 49: ...n initial 50 hours of use and thereafter at annual or 500 hour intervals whichever occurs earliest Gearbox Capacity 0 7 Litre SAE75W90 Fully Synthetic which meets the following minimum requirements Vi...

Page 50: ...do so will invalidate the warranty Note factory fitted filter elements are identified differently to replacement elements After initial 50 Hours Change gearbox oil Every 25 Hours Grease PTO Shaft univ...

Page 51: ...stem failures Contamination can be reduced by the following Cleaning around the reservoir cap before removal and keeping the tank area clean Use of clean containers when replenishing the system Regula...

Page 52: ...ompound on the threads Avoid twisting the hose Adjust the hose line to ensure freedom from rubbing or trapping before tightening hose end connections All Hydraulic Hoses BSP fitted to Twose Hedgecutte...

Page 53: ...void moisture penetrating No routine adjustments of the cables are necessary as they do not stretch The threaded collar is correctly adjusted when the lever is in a vertical position in its housing al...

Page 54: ...ng ring and sliding it back along the body of the driveshaft as shown below Slide the shaft shield back into place after lubrication ensuring the clasps relocate correctly in the fixing ring always fi...

Page 55: ...0 3350 4550 0 TORQUE VALUES FOR METRIC BOLTS Bolt Dia ft lb Nm ft lb Nm ft lb Nm ft lb Nm 6mm 4 5 6 1 8 5 11 5 12 16 3 14 5 20 0 8mm 11 14 9 20 27 1 30 40 1 35 47 5 10mm 21 28 5 40 54 2 60 81 4 70 95...

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