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Weed brush 2019 1 

 

Operator's Manual for Attachment 

 

 

 

Weed brush 

 

 

Product number 

A36594 

 

 
 

 

 

English 

 

A439800 2019 1 EN 2016- 

 

www.avanttecno.com 

Summary of Contents for A36594

Page 1: ...Weed brush 2019 1 Operator s Manual for Attachment Weed brush Product number A36594 English A439800 2019 1 EN 2016 www avanttecno com ...

Page 2: ...Weed brush 2019 1 ...

Page 3: ...TACHMENT 12 5 1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses 13 6 OPERATING THE ATTACHMENT 15 6 1 Checks before use 15 6 2 Use 16 6 2 1 Using boom floating 17 6 3 Adjustments 17 6 3 1 Brush position 18 6 3 2 Orientation 19 6 3 3 Side reach 19 6 3 4 Support wheel 20 6 4 Transport position 20 6 5 Storage 21 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 22 7 1 Inspection of hydraulic components 22 7 2 Cleaning the attac...

Page 4: ...quipment for other purposes or use in any other way than described in this manual is prohibited Keep this manual at hand throughout the service life of the equipment If you sell or transfer the equipment be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner If the manual is lost or damaged you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer In addition to the safety instructions ...

Page 5: ...ention to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety of others When you see this symbol be alert your safety is involved carefully read the message that follows and inform other operators DANGER This signal word indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided will cause death or serious injury WARNING This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avo...

Page 6: ...Weed brush is not designed for any other use than what is specified in this manual and must not be used for any other purposes than what is intended for The attachment has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible The operator can perform regular maintenance tasks All repair work can t be performed by the operator and demanding repair and maintenance operations are to be left for ...

Page 7: ...ng driving Impact hazard Thrown objects Do not let bystanders stand closer than the safety distance of 5 metres from the machine Stop the attachment if others get within the safety distance Hazard of entanglement Rotating parts Never leave the driver s seat when the attachment is running or if the auxiliary hydraulics control is locked on Always keep a safe distance between persons and machinery t...

Page 8: ...must be used If there are specific hazards related to the operating area use appropriate safety equipment Also read the safety instructions and correct use of the loader from the operator s manual of the loader DANGER Wrong improper or careless use of the attachment causes serious risk of severe injuries or death Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loader in a safe area Pay particular at...

Page 9: ...irator mask when operating in dusty conditions Safe stopping of the attachment before going near the attachment WARNING Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver s seat Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off Safe stopping proced...

Page 10: ...ment They must be visible and readable on the equipment Replace any unclear or missing label New labels are available via your retailer or contact information provided on the cover WARNING Make sure all warning decals are readable The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the equipment Replace damaged or missing warning la...

Page 11: ... 4 A46803 Pinching and cutting hazard keep clear of moving parts do not leave the equipment running Operate the attachment only from the driver s seat 5 A420010 Attachment identification plate Table 4 Weed brush Main components 1 Frame with quick coupling brackets 2 Multiconnector holder 2 holders on frame 3 Steel wire brush 4 Hydraulic motor of brush 5 Brush angle adjustment 6 Extendable trimmer ...

Page 12: ... an attachment that has not been locked Avant quick coupling system Step 1 Lift the quick attach plate locking pins up and turn them backwards into the slot so that they are locked in the upper position If your loader is equipped with a hydraulic attachment locking system see additional instructions about the use of the locking system from the relevant manuals Ensure that the hydraulic hoses are n...

Page 13: ...l systems must be ensured in addition to mechanical compatibility of the attachment If you use the attachment with a loader that is not fit to be used with the attachment model you have risks include tipping over damage to attachment due to overload and risks related to uncontrolled motion of attachment and its parts If your loader is not listed in Table 1 on page 6 ask your Avant dealer before us...

Page 14: ... the lever to disconnect the connector 3 After ending operation put the multiconnector on its holder on the attachment Disconnecting hydraulic hoses Before disconnecting the fittings lower the attachment to safe position on solid and level surface Turn the control lever of the auxiliary hydraulics to its neutral position When uncoupling the attachment always disconnect the hydraulic couplings befo...

Page 15: ...R Risk of crushing or entanglement from contact with moving parts Never leave the equipment unattended while the engine is running Follow safe stopping procedure 6 1 Checks before use Check that the brush can rotate freely and that there is no string or other foreign material coiled around it Use only when all pins are locked and secured in place Ensure that bystanders are at a safe distance when ...

Page 16: ...ou are unfamiliar with the particular loader model it is recommended to practice its use without any attachments CAUTION Risk of uncontrolled movement Lock the brush arm before starting the attachment Check that the brush is properly locked on either side before use Also make sure that the hydraulic hoses are secured against contact with moving parts 6 2 Use Before starting the Weed brush Set and ...

Page 17: ... or reversing depending on operating conditions Avoid pressing the brush hard against the ground If the front wheels of the loader tend to lift off the ground the attachment is pressed too hard against the ground To avoid damaging the attachment make sure it is operated as intended Adjust the rotating speed according to operating surface Too fast rotation combined with hard pressing against the gr...

Page 18: ...ensures that material is moved efficiently aside and not rotated around with the brush Sideways tilt Adjust the sideways tilt so that the outer edge of the brush is angled as shown in lower adjacent figure The adjustment is made by turning the top link from its middle part Forward tilt While operating keep the brush tilted slightly forward by operating the loader boom ...

Page 19: ... For transport lock the arm on the middle position and lock the support wheel to its upper position Left side Right side 6 3 3 Side reach The side reach can be adjusted as needed by unlocking the same pin on the arm that is used to lock the orientation of the arm Make sure to lock the pin after adjusting the reach ...

Page 20: ...is lifted up Make sure to lock the support wheel with pin after reaching the desired position 6 4 Transport position When driving with the loader keep the weed brush in the position shown in adjacent figure Make sure the trimmer arm and the support wheel are locked with locking pins CAUTION Keep the loader stable Always transport the attachment as low and close to the ground as possible Keep the t...

Page 21: ...the attachment To ensure the stability of the attachment during storage lay it down on a pallet so that the quick coupling plate is easily accessible with the loader as shown in figure below Correct storage position To ensure the stability of the attachment during storage turn the brush arm in front position as shown in the adjacent figure Make sure that hydraulic hoses will not be left under the ...

Page 22: ...id is also harmful to the environment and any leak to the environment must be prevented Repair all leaks immediately after detecting them a small leak can quickly grow into a big one Operate the attachment only with type of hydraulic oil that is accepted for use in Avant loaders DANGER Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin Release residual pressure before maintenance Never handle hydr...

Page 23: ... 7 3 Inspection of metal structures Also the metal structures of the attachment must be inspected regularly Check visually for damages and inspect the quick attach brackets and their surrounding area carefully The attachment must not be used if it is deformed cracked or torn Welding repairs are only allowed to be carried out by professional welders When welding only methods and additives suited fo...

Page 24: ...y reimburse the price of components purchased by the customer in special cases that have been agreed in advance The warranty does not cover Normal maintenance work or parts and consumables required for it Damages caused by unusual operating conditions or ways of use negligence structural changes made without the consent of Avant Tecno Oy use of non original parts or lack of maintenance Consequence...

Page 25: ...tt nedan beskrivna produkter överensstämmer med hälso och säkerhetskrav i EG maskindirektiv EG direktiv 2006 42 EG som ändrat Följande harmoniserade standarder har tillämpats We hereby declare that the products listed below are in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive directive 2006 42 EC as amended The following harmonized standards have been applied SFS EN ISO 12100 SFS EN IS...

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