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PA50

Mk3

HEDGECUTTER / MOWER

Operator Manual

Publication 638
January 2010
Part No. 22674.05
Revision: 18.08.14

Summary of Contents for PA50 Mk3

Page 1: ...PA50Mk3 HEDGECUTTER MOWER Operator Manual Publication 638 January 2010 Part No 22674 05 Revision 18 08 14...

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...

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Page 4: ...mple may require particular care when packing to avoid damage in transit 1 04 This warranty does not extend to any product from which McConnel Ltd s serial number plate has been removed or altered 1 0...

Page 5: ...d be undertaken within two days of the failure Claims submitted for repairs undertaken more than 2 weeks after a failure has occurred or 2 days after the parts were supplied will be rejected unless th...

Page 6: ...e deemed to be a waiver of any other term 4 02 If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable then the invalidity of such provision shall no...

Page 7: ...ety of machinery Guards general requirements for the design and construction of fixed and movable guards BS EN 4413 2010 Hydraulic fluid power Safety requirements for systems and their components McCO...

Page 8: ...de retaining bolts and fasteners are secure and tight Ensure all head bolts and nuts are tight Lubricate the driveline universal joints and telescoping members daily Grease the rotor and roller bearin...

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Page 10: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 11: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 12: ...connections are tight The Hyd Valve hose connections are tight The Hyd Valve controls function properly There are no damaged hoses The Oil level is to the green mark on the tank sight glass There is...

Page 13: ...e tyres are in good condition with correct pressure The wheel nuts are tight The tractor brakes are in good condition The steering linkage is in good condition There are no visible oil leaks The hydra...

Page 14: ...ng this equipment can expose you to chemicals including gasoline diesel fuel lubricants petroleum products engine exhaust carbon monoxide and phthalates which are known to the State of California to c...

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Page 16: ...ctor 21 Storage 22 Operation 23 Cable Controls 24 Cable Rotor Control 27 Electric Switchbox Controls 28 Electric Monolever Controls 32 XTC Mk2 Proportional Switchbox Controls 36 XTC Mk3 Proportional S...

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Page 18: ...rmal 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 generally open env...

Page 19: ...phasise 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 manual are...

Page 20: ...for rotor Rotor engagement by tractors PTO lever 54HP high performance hydraulic system Cable controls Head angle float PA50TI Totally Independent Hydraulics powered by tandem PTO pump Independent rev...

Page 21: ...etected with the machine s operation it should be stopped immediately and not used again until the fault has been corrected by a qualified technician POTENTIAL SIGNIFICANT DANGERS ASSOCIATED WITH THE...

Page 22: ...ly before starting to note obstacles and remove wire bottles cans and other debris Use clear suitably sized warning signs to alert others to the nature of the machine working within that area Signs sh...

Page 23: ...fitted Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected towards the cab Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching Stop and wait until...

Page 24: ...ested Warning Signs Required Road works ahead warning sign with a supplementary Hedge cutting plate For 1 mile or appropriate shorter distance may be added to the plate Road narrows warning sign with...

Page 25: ...o enable forward motion to be stopped while the flail head continues to operate Linkage Isolation A linkage isolation facility is necessary for Si models only Check Chains Stabilizers Check chains or...

Page 26: ...and nature of the equipment added to the circumstances under which it will be used in the instance of Power Arm Hedgecutters it must be remembered that the machines centre of gravity during work will...

Page 27: ...when extracting the relief valve n ot to damage the copper sealing washer as it is re used VFR Lock Tap Pre Operational Check VFR machines produced after late 2012 are fitted with a security lock tap...

Page 28: ...livered with the tension link disconnected from the rocker and the stand legs retracted these items will need to be correctly installed before initial attachment to a tractor The procedure is as follo...

Page 29: ...l filling of the oil reservoir periodic oil changes and replenishment purposes the following hydraulic oils or a good quality equivalent are recommended NOTE Only use oils that are ISO 18 16 13 NAS 7...

Page 30: ...the PTO fitted in order to measure for the required shaft length In some cases the machine will then need to be removed from the tractor and subsequently refitted with the PTO pre attached Attach stab...

Page 31: ...ilisers are available for differing applications Attach stabiliser tongue to highest suitable clevis position that does not interfere with or foul tractor components secure with pin and lock pin 1 2 3...

Page 32: ...Feed control lines into tractor cab avoid sharp bends and keep lines well clear of all moving parts on the machine or tractor Connect control lines to the machines control unit in the tractor cab Tigh...

Page 33: ...ft ram tap Attachment is now complete and the machine ready for transportation to the work site NOTE For initial installation refer to running up procedure On semi independent machines only Connect up...

Page 34: ...hout the need to shorten providing it allows for a minimum 150mm 6 overlap when fitted If the shaft is longer subtract the required shaft length plus an additional 75mm 3 the resulting figure is the e...

Page 35: ...ing with normal tractor operation Mounting pillars can be bent or twisted to achiev e a comfortable working position Ensure during fitting that no struct ural member of the tractor cab or roll bar is...

Page 36: ...persons remain at a safe distance whilst operating the angling function as the geometry of the head angling mechanism produces several pinch risk areas With the attachment bolts correctly located thr...

Page 37: ...as necessary Si models only Ensure P T O lever is in neutral position and isolate tractor hydraulic linkage Start tractor and select external service supply Allow the tractor to run for several minut...

Page 38: ...y also be a wise precaution to mark these hazards with a visible marker that can easily be seen from the operating position in the tractor If the type of work being undertaken makes this important pre...

Page 39: ...Raise the machine on the tractor linkage until the weight is taken off the stabiliser Remove the lower stabiliser pins Unscrew the lift ram tap Lower the machine to be ground Extend the arms and plac...

Page 40: ...stops Fit stabiliser lower pins Mount controls in the tractor cab Fit PTO shaft and attach torque chain to a convenient point to prevent the shaft guard rotating Place arms in work position at half r...

Page 41: ...THE BOOK FIRST Practice operating the machine in an open space without the rotor running until you are fully familiar with the controls and operation of the machine TRACTOR CONTROLS For Si models only...

Page 42: ...unction with the exception of the auto reset lever which operates only in the backward direction from central off position to the backwards on position Where applicable if a machine is fitted with the...

Page 43: ...25 ARM OPERATION Auto Reset...

Page 44: ...Float optional Lift Float where applicable Refer to specific cable rotor control section for additional information on rotor operation HEAD ANGLE FLOAT Push angle lever fully forward into the detent...

Page 45: ...pping the rotor To change the direction of cut the rotor lever must be placed in the upright off position when the rotor has stopped rotating completely the pivot locking lever can be turned to the op...

Page 46: ...ches fitted for operation of the electric rotor control Powering the Controls Activation of power to the control unit is by operation of switch A as shown below Press the switch down for Power ON LED...

Page 47: ...29 ARM OPERATION Tele or Midcut VFR Models only Auto Reset...

Page 48: ...ectric Rotor Control Models only NOTE The following section relates to machines with Electric Rotor Control only for Cable Rotor Control models refer to the cable rotor control section Selection of Ro...

Page 49: ...ll be lit to signify the rotor is on if the LED does not light the switch was not held in its up position for long enough and the rotor will not have started repeat the process again holding the switc...

Page 50: ...peration of the electric rotor control Powering the Controls Activation of power to the control unit is by operation of switch A as shown below Rotate the switch clockwise to Power ON LED light on Pre...

Page 51: ...33 ARM OPERATION Tele or Midcut VFR Models only Auto Reset...

Page 52: ...ectric Rotor Control Models only NOTE The following section relates to machines with Electric Rotor Control only for Cable Rotor Control models refer to the cable rotor control section Selection of Ro...

Page 53: ...ll be lit to signify the rotor is on if the LED does not light the switch was not held in its up position for long enough and the rotor will not have started repeat the process again holding the switc...

Page 54: ...re installed to allow for operator preference LED Lights An LED light adjacent to each control button reports the status of that particular function when the function is selected the LED light will il...

Page 55: ...37 ARM OPERATION Tele or Midcut VFR Models only...

Page 56: ...TE The following section rela tes to machine s with ele ctric rotor c ontrol only for cable ro tor control models refer to the specific cable rotor control section Rotor Start Selection of Rotor Cutti...

Page 57: ...has changed the LED for the new direction will be illuminated Switching the Rotor Off Stopping the rotor is performed by operation of the rotor stop button as illustrated below When rotor off has bee...

Page 58: ...6th Service Slew Swapped Mode I 6th Service Activation Switch J 7th Service On Off if applicable K N A If applicable NOTE On machines that feature a controllable 6th service the functions are operate...

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Page 60: ...the control panel in this mode slew operation will then be transferred to the buttons De activating D1 will return the functions to their default controls An LED light above the button confirms when...

Page 61: ...ing section relates to machines with electric rotor control only for cable rotor control models refer to the specific cable rotor control section in the manual Rotor Start Selection of Rotor Cutting D...

Page 62: ...ged the LED for the new direction will be illuminated Switching the Rotor Off Stopping the rotor is performed by operation of the rotor stop button as illustrated below When rotor off has been selecte...

Page 63: ...whilst the unit is in calibration mode With the unit powered off simultaneously press and hold both rotor direction buttons before then powering on the unit When all the led s light up release both bu...

Page 64: ...achine operation and functions must be stopped immediately Stop PTO operation using the tractor controls then immediately kill electrical power to the machine using the Off Emergency Stop switch on th...

Page 65: ...he illustrations opposite and below show the different types of slew locks PIN TYPE SLEW LOCK NOTE PA600 model shown for illustration purposes only Lift Ram Lock Certain machines predominantly larger...

Page 66: ...hill and vice versa On mid cut machines the geometry of the breakaway will cause the head to initially move outwards in addition to rearwards Therefore be aware that the breakaway action will be imped...

Page 67: ...away relief valve to re seat and the ram to become operable again CAUTION Extra care must be taken when working in SLEW mode with the reach fully in IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE FLAILHEAD TO HIT THE TRACTOR...

Page 68: ...transport prop into the transport position Operate reach in until the dipper arm contacts the transport prop Select lift up and raise the arms until the tension link is 300mm 12 from the tractor cab...

Page 69: ...emoved For transportation without a flailhead attached the machines arms must be fully folded and the lift ram fully retracted so the mass of the arms is behind the centre line If the lift ram was ext...

Page 70: ...ed which causes exaggerated bouncing as this will put unnecessary strain on the tractors top hitch position and increase the likelihood of the tension link coming into contact with the cab rear cross...

Page 71: ...he material being cut will determine the tractor forward speed Forward speed can be as fast as that which allows the flail head sufficient time to cut the vegetation both efficiently and neatly If for...

Page 72: ...OR FROM THE LIFT RAM GLAND CIRCUIT Never work the machine on adverse slopes with the arms positioned such that the tractor is unbalanced DANGER NEVER CUT TO THE BLIND SIDE OF A HEDGE it is impossible...

Page 73: ...ty 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 Overhead Power...

Page 74: ...oubt 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 down by ma...

Page 75: ...d side first This leaves the maximum thickness of hedge on the road side to prevent the possibility of any debris being thrown through the hedge into the path of oncoming vehicles Cut the side and bot...

Page 76: ...peration of the lift function will be required when working on downhill or uphill slopes and when reaching in or out in order to replenish the oil level within the accumulator s to retain optimum floa...

Page 77: ...atch the contours of the ground Refer to specific controls section for details of operation NOTE On machines with V4 proportional controls any operation of the angle float thumbwheel will override and...

Page 78: ...y and identification purposes The procedure for fitting the cooler kit is as follows the illustrations show the cooler fitted to a left hand build cable TI machine Installation Procedure Drill out the...

Page 79: ...ONDED SEAL 11 DOME NUT Cooler Supply Hose not shown Cooler Return Hose not shown COOLER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION NOTE Depending on the specific machine build tank fittings 8581425 8581422 8600302 8581...

Page 80: ...at annual or 500 hour intervals whichever occurs earliest Gearbox Capacity 0 7 Litre SAE75W90 Fully Synthetic which meets the following minimum requirements Viscosity at 40 C cSt 100 0 min Viscosity a...

Page 81: ...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 82: ...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 filtration system Filtrati...

Page 83: ...he 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 now fitted to McConnel Power Arm Hedge...

Page 84: ...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 85: ...back along the body of the driveshaft the procedure and lubrication frequency is illustrated below Slide the shaft shield back into place after lubrication ensuring the clasps relocate correctly in th...

Page 86: ...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 88: ...McConnel Limited Temeside Works Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1JL England Telephone 01584 873131 Facsimile 01584 876463 www mcconnel com...

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