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Twose Series Reach Arms

TS466, TS526 & TS586

Operation Manual

Publication No.508 May 2016

Summary of Contents for TS466

Page 1: ...Twose Series Reach Arms TS466 TS526 TS586 Operation Manual Publication No 508 May 2016...

Page 2: ...to verify that your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited IMPORTANT During the initial bedding in period of a new machine it is the customer s responsibility to regularly inspect all nuts...

Page 3: ...een removed or altered 1 05 This warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use negligence alteration modification fitment of non genuine parts a...

Page 4: ...xamination of the claim and parts McConnel Ltd will pay at their discretion for any valid claim the invoiced cost of any parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and appropriate labour and mileage allowances if...

Page 5: ...mum distances to avoid the entrapment with human body parts BS EN 953 1997 A1 2009 Safety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 441...

Page 6: ...ances to avoid the entrapment with human body parts BS EN 953 1997 A1 2009 Safety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 4413 2010 H...

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Page 8: ...ction Lock 19 Cable Controls Levers and Symbols 20 Cable Controls Lever Functions 21 Switchbox Controls Operation and Functions 22 Monolever Controls Operation and Functions 24 Proportional Controls O...

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Page 10: ...osure from this machine measured at the operators ear is within the range 78 85 dB These figures apply to a normal distribution of use where the noise fluctuates between zero and maximum The figures a...

Page 11: ...to emphasise LEFT AND RIGHT HAND This term is applicable to the machine when fitted to the tractor and viewed from the rear This also applies to tractor references Note The illustrations in this manu...

Page 12: ...t 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 Float 1...

Page 13: ...omponents Being hit by machine parts ejected 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 Electr...

Page 14: ...in good condition Ensure the tractor meets the minimum weight recommendations of the machine manufacturer and that ballast is used as necessary Always inspect the work area thoroughly before starting...

Page 15: ...ys ensure when you remove your machine from the tractor that it is left in a safe and stable position using the stands and props provided and secured if necessary WHEN NOT TO USE THIS MACHINE Never at...

Page 16: ...ut maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is running the engine should be switched off the key removed and pocketed Never leave a machine unattended in a raised position it should be...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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 19: ...ar wheels contact your local dealer or tractor agent for specific advice on this subject Four wheel drive tractors have extra weight inbuilt plus larger front wheels this is an advantage in keeping th...

Page 20: ...lf HV 46 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 Reno...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...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 23: ...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 26: ...17 FLAIL MOTOR HOSE INSTALLATION...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...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 29: ...20 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 30: ...21 CABLE CONTROLS LEVER FUNCTIONS...

Page 31: ...22 SWITCHBOX CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...24 MONOLEVER CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...26 PROPORTIONAL CONTROLS Operation and Functions...

Page 36: ...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 37: ...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 38: ...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 39: ...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 40: ...uard 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 screw clockwise will tight...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...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 43: ...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 44: ...linkage Top link may have 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 pres...

Page 45: ...cted Safety screens can 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 on...

Page 46: ...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 47: ...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 48: ...nation 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 Regular servicing of the fi...

Page 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...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 52: ...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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Page 54: ...McConnel Limited Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1JL England Telephone 01584 873131 Facsimile 01584 876463 www mcconnel com...

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