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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

BRANCH CUTTING SAW

PRONAR GP200

TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL COPY OF THE MANUAL

EDITION 2A-08-2013

PUBLICATION NO. 267N-00000000-UM

Summary of Contents for GP200

Page 1: ...el 48 085 681 63 29 48 085 681 64 29 48 085 681 63 81 48 085 681 63 82 fax 48 085 681 63 83 48 085 682 71 10 www pronar pl OPERATOR S MANUAL BRANCH CUTTING SAW PRONAR GP200 TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL COPY OF THE MANUAL EDITION 2A 08 2013 PUBLICATION NO 267N 00000000 UM ...

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Page 3: ...BRANCH CUTTING SAW PRONAR GP200 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION SYMBOL TYPE SERIAL NUMBER ...

Page 4: ...tation Before using the machine the user must carefully read this Operator s Manual and observe all recommendations This guarantees safe operation and ensures failure free work of the machine The machine is designed to meet obligatory standards documents and legal regulations currently in force The manual describes the basic safety rules and operation of PRONAR GP200 branch cutting saw If the info...

Page 5: ... and also preceded by the word ATTENTION Failure to observe the instructions may lead to damage to the machine as a result of improper operation adjustment or use In order to focus the user s attention on the need to perform maintenance the relevant section of the Operator s Manual is marked with the pictogram Additional tips and advice for machine operation are marked with the sign and also prece...

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Page 9: ...E 1 9 2 SAFETY ADVICE 2 1 2 1 BASIC SAFETY RULES 2 2 2 1 1 USE OF MACHINE 2 2 2 1 2 HITCHING AND UNHITCHING THE MACHINE 2 3 2 1 3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 2 3 2 1 4 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE 2 4 2 1 5 MAINTENANCE 2 5 2 1 6 OPERATION OF THE BRANCH CUTTING SAW 2 6 2 2 RESIDUAL RISK 2 8 2 3 INFORMATION AND WARNING DECALS 2 9 3 DESIGN AND OPERATION 3 1 3 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 3 2 3 2 GENERAL DESIGN 3 3 ...

Page 10: ...THE BRANCH CUTTING SAW 4 11 4 6 UNHITCHING FROM MULTIFUNCTION ARM 4 12 5 MAINTENANCE 5 1 5 1 INSPECTION AND DISASSEMBLY OF SAFETY GUARDS 5 2 5 2 INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT OF CIRCULAR SAW BLADES 5 4 5 3 DRIVE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 5 7 5 3 1 CHECKING THE SERPENTINE BELTS TENSION 5 7 5 3 2 REPLACEMENT OF SERPENTINE BELTS 5 9 5 3 3 INSPECTION OF HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 5 10 5 4 STORAGE 5 13 5 5 LUBRICATION 5 1...

Page 11: ...SECTION 1 BASIC INFORMATION ...

Page 12: ... the data plate PRONAR GP200 branch cutting saw is marked with the data plate located on its body When buying the machine check that the serial numbers on the machine agree with the number written in the WARRANTY BOOK in the sales documents and in the OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 13: ...ell as pruning shrubs and hedges Design of multifunction arm enables operation in hard to reach areas such as roadside ditches or drainage ditches behind protective barriers Transporting people animals or other materials on the branch cutting saw is prohibited and regarded as contrary to the intended use During the use of the machine comply with all road traffic regulations and transport regulatio...

Page 14: ... used Carefully read the Operator s Manual of the agricultural tractor or implement carrier and the Operator s Manual of the multifunction arm and comply with their recommendations The branch cutting saw may only be used by persons who are familiar with the contents of this publication and with the contents of the Operator s Manual of the agricultural tractor or implement carrier and the Operator ...

Page 15: ...those parts and sub assemblies of the machine which are subject to wear in normal usage conditions regardless of the warranty period Consumables include among others circular saw blades and drive belts The warranty service only applies to such cases as mechanical damage which is not the user s fault factory defects of parts etc In the event of damage arising from mechanical damage which is the use...

Page 16: ...he multifunction arm operator must carefully read this Operator s Manual and observe its recommendations When being transported on a motor vehicle the branch cutting saw must be mounted on the vehicle s platform in accordance with the transport safety requirements The driver of the vehicle should take particular care while driving This is due to the vehicle s centre of gravity shifting upwards whe...

Page 17: ...nch cutting saw should be attached to lifting equipment in places designed for this purpose FIGURE 1 2 i e by the lug in the centre of the housing and by the openings on the right side and the left side of the branch cutting saw housing The lifting equipment attachment points are marked with pictograms ...

Page 18: ...g mechanism The fastening equipment used must have a valid safety certificate Exercise due caution when lifting the machine To keep lifted machine in the correct direction it is recommended to apply additional guy cables During the loading work particular care should be taken not to damage paint coating ATTENTION Nobody may be in the manoeuvring zone when moving the branch cutting saw to other mea...

Page 19: ...heat sources flammable materials and food Oil which has been used up or is unsuitable for further use owing to loss of its properties should be stored in its original packaging in the conditions described above 1 7 WITHDRAWAL FROM USE In the event of decision by the user to withdraw the machine from use comply with the regulations in force in the given country concerning withdrawal from use and re...

Page 20: ...PRONAR GP200 SECTION 1 1 10 ...

Page 21: ...SECTION 2 SAFETY ADVICE ...

Page 22: ...ating the branch cutting saw and apply all relevant safety principles This machine must never be used by persons who are not authorised to drive agricultural tractors or implement carrier including children and people under the influence of alcohol drugs or other drugs Non compliance with the safety rules of this Operator s Manual can be dangerous to the health and life of the operator and others ...

Page 23: ...should be on at all times When hitching there must be nobody between the branch cutting saw and the multifunction arm and the tractor Do NOT unhitch the branch cutting saw from the multifunction arm if the saw is raised Exercise caution when unhitching the machine Connect the machine with multifunction arm only when the tractor carrying vehicle engine and the machine are off The branch cutting saw...

Page 24: ...tored in original containers or replacement containers resistant to action of hydrocarbons Replacement containers must be clearly marked and appropriately stored Do not store hydraulic oil in packaging designed for storing food or foodstuffs Rubber hydraulic conduits must be replaced every 4 years regardless of their technical condition Repair and replacement of hydraulic system elements should be...

Page 25: ...mmended that necessary repairs to machine should be undertaken by specialised workshops In the event of any fault or damage whatsoever do not use the branch cutting saw until the fault has been fixed During work use the proper close fitting protective clothing gloves and appropriate tools When working on hydraulic system it is recommended to use oil resistant gloves and protective goggles Any modi...

Page 26: ...tion and mounting of all guards and protective elements In the event of work requiring the branch cutting saw to be raised use properly certified hydraulic or mechanical lift jacks for this purpose After lifting the machine stable and durable supports must also be used Do NOT carry out work under the machine which has only been raised with the multifunction arm The machine must not be supported us...

Page 27: ... Cutting the branches at a high altitude could be hazardous for the operator The operator s cab should be equipped with a Falling Object Protective Structure FOPS according to ISO 8083 When trimming the branches on the edge of the road there is a risk that falling branches and debris can pose a hazard to bystanders and other road users Do NOT leave the tractor carrying vehicle cab when the machine...

Page 28: ...danger zone or being within the zones while the machine is operating operation of the machine by persons under the influence of alcohol cleaning maintenance and technical checks when the multifunction arm is connected and working The residual risk can be kept to a minimum by following the recommendations below operate the machine in prudent and unhurried manner sensibly apply the remarks and recom...

Page 29: ... and warning and information symbols located on the machine are clear and legible In the event of their destruction they must be replaced with new ones Safety decals are available from your PRONAR dealer or directly from PRONAR customer service New assemblies changed during repair must be labelled once again with the appropriate safety signs When cleaning the branch cutting saw do not use solvents...

Page 30: ...PRONAR GP200 SECTION 2 2 10 FIGURE 2 1 Locations of information and warning decals Meaning of symbols TABLE 2 1 ...

Page 31: ... engine and remove key from ignition High noise level warning Take particular care while working near electric power lines Danger of electric shock Thrown out objects endanger the whole body Keep a safe distance from the operating machine IMPORTANT Circular saw blades do NOT approach an operating machine Attention Belt transmission take extreme care Transport lugs marking Lubrication points ...

Page 32: ...PRONAR GP200 SECTION 2 2 12 NO DECAL MEANING Machine type Numbers in the Item column correspond to decals FIGURE 2 1 ...

Page 33: ...SECTION 3 DESIGN AND OPERATION ...

Page 34: ...d weight Transport length mm 640 Transport width mm 2100 Transport height mm 500 Working width mm 2000 Tare weight kg 232 Technical specification Linkage Multifunction arm WWP600 WWP500 WWP500U WWP500UH Circular saw blade diameter mm 600 Number of circular saw blades pc 4 Nominal oil working pressure bar 220 Nominal oil flow rate l min 60 ...

Page 35: ...ossible to hitch the branch cutting saw to the WWP600 WWP500 WWP500U or WWP500UH multifunction arm head The branch cutting saw is driven by hydraulic motor 4 that is supplied through hydraulic conduits 8 running from the multifunction arm The torque from the hydraulic motor is transmitted by belt transmissions to circular saw blades 2 of cutting units The cutting unit consists of four circular saw...

Page 36: ...PRONAR GP200 SECTION 3 3 4 ...

Page 37: ...SECTION 4 CORRECT USE ...

Page 38: ...recommendations understand the design and the principle of machine operation check the condition of protective paint coat inspect machine s individual components for mechanical damage resulting from incorrect transport dents piercing bent or broken components check technical condition of the hydraulic system check if circular saw blades linkage and safety guards are correctly installed If all the ...

Page 39: ...d this Operator s Manual Careless and incorrect use and operation of the branch cutting saw and non compliance with the recommendations given in this Operator s Manual is dangerous to your health The branch cutting saw must never be used by persons who are not authorised to drive agricultural tractors carrying vehicles including children and people under the influence of alcohol or other drugs Non...

Page 40: ...condition of the hydraulic system Check according to section DRIVE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Daily before beginning work Check if all main nut and bolt connections are properly tightened Tightening torque values should be according to table 5 2 Every 2 hours Lubrication points Lubricate in accordance with the LUBRICATION section Every 10 hours Technical condition of drive system Check the mounting of the...

Page 41: ...rsons do not have access to the tractor carrying vehicle cab Check technical condition of the branch cutting saw s guards and general technical condition of the machine In order to hitch the branch cutting saw to the multifunction arm head FIGURE 4 1 proceed as follows Control the multifunction arm and bring its head 1 close to the support beam 2 of branch cutting saw Using the control panel set t...

Page 42: ...rd version of the branch cutting saw is designed for working on the multifunction arm installed on the right side of the tractor If the branch cutting saw has to work on the multifunction arm installed on the left side of the tractor turn the hydraulic motor 2 FIGURE 4 2 by 180 degrees and install the left housing 4 optionally available designed for the relocated motor Move the side shield 3 of th...

Page 43: ... the left side of the multifunction arm A the branch cutting saw adapted to working on the right side of the multifunction arm B the branch cutting saw adapted to working on the left side of the multifunction arm 1 motor shield 2 hydraulic motor 3 side shield 4 left motor shield option ...

Page 44: ...uits the user must carefully read the operator s manual of the multifunction arm and observe all recommendations of the Manufacturer DANGER When connecting the hydraulic conduits to the branch cutting saw make sure that the hydraulic system of the multifunction arm is not under pressure ...

Page 45: ...ack raise the branch cutting saw 1 and mount it on hitch 2 of multifunction arm head 3 FIGURE 4 3 Protect the circular saw blades with protective guard FIGURE 5 1 FIGURE 4 3 Transport position 1 branch cutting saw in transport position 2 hitch of multifunction arm head 3 multifunction arm head ...

Page 46: ...e hydraulic circuits set the arms of the multifunction arm so as to place the branch cutting saw in the working area FIGURE 4 4 The branch cutting saw setting and branch trimming sequence The branch cutting saw should not be positioned in parallel to the ground Otherwise wood fragments may be ejected towards the operator or other persons Do not cut the branches to a length exceeding 2 m The long t...

Page 47: ...conditions the operator should use personal protective equipment ear protectors In order to reduce the level of noise during work the operator cab windows and door should be closed When operating the branch cutting saw pay attention to obstacles in the working area power lines poles fences etc Working speed of the branch cutting saw depends on thickness of branches as well as the type of terrain w...

Page 48: ...move the key from ignition reduce residual pressure in the hydraulic system by movement of appropriate lever controlling hydraulic circuit install transport protective guards disconnect quick couplers 4 of hydraulic system conduits from the branch cutting saw s hydraulic motor and protect with plugs disconnect multifunction arm head 1 from support beam 2 of the branch cutting saw by unscrewing fou...

Page 49: ...SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE ...

Page 50: ...DANGER When inspecting and dismantling safety guards be sure to power off the multifunction arm The branch cutting saw must rest on the ground Ensure unauthorised persons especially children have no access to the machine Method of disassembly of the guards of the circular saw blades is shown in FIGURE 5 1 FIGURE 5 1 Disassembling the guards of the circular saw blades 1 cotter pin 2 securing cotter...

Page 51: ...should fix the guard components installed on the circular saw blades and should be properly secured ATTENTION Do NOT transport the branch cutting saw if the transport protective guard is damaged incorrectly mounted or unsecured Do NOT start the branch cutting saw if the transport protective guard is mounted on the circular saw blades ...

Page 52: ...provided by the manufacturer of the branch cutting saw part number 267N 00000010 Before proceeding to replace the circular saw blade clean the residue of cut material from the blade In order to replace the circular saw blade proceed as follows FIGURE 5 2 rotate the circular saw blade 1 so that the recesses on the distance disc and on the circular saw blade housing are aligned lock the circular saw...

Page 53: ...t 8 clamp When replacing the circular saw blade 1 FIGURE 5 2 pay attention to condition of clamp nut 7 that fixes the circular saw blade to the shaft Damaged nut fixing the circular saw blade should be replaced with a new one of the same type ATTENTION Damaged or bent circular saw blade may vibrate excessively and cause damage to the branch cutting saw and pose a risk for the operator ...

Page 54: ...ction of the circular saw blade teeth FIGURE 5 3 The circular saw blades should rotate counterclockwise when looking from above the machine and their teeth should be tilted to the right FIGURE 5 3 Arrangement and sharpening parameters of the circular saw blade teeth ATTENTION Each time before starting work check the technical condition of the circular saw blades and their mounting ...

Page 55: ...tightening of the bolts 10 that fix the bracket of the pulley A of the hydraulic motor 1 FIGURE 5 4 The belts tension can be changed using the pulley tensioners 8 Start the inspection of the belts tension by adjusting the pulley B belt To do this loosen the securing nut 9 and the bolts 7 that fix the bracket of the pulley B tensioner Pre tighten the belt using the tensioner 8 so that the belt is r...

Page 56: ...4 Checking and adjusting the tension of the serpentine belts 1 hydraulic motor 2 3 cover 4 bolt 5 nut 6 serpentine belts 7 tensioner bracket bolts 8 tensioner 9 securing nut A pulley of hydraulic motor B C D pulleys of circular saw blades ...

Page 57: ... 5 9 5 3 2 REPLACEMENT OF SERPENTINE BELTS FIGURE 5 5 Replacement of serpentine belts 1 serpentine belts 2 tensioner bracket 3 4 cover 5 cover plate 6 bolts 7 hydraulic motor 8 motor shield 9 centring sleeve 10 motor spacer ...

Page 58: ...rackets the cover plate 5 can be mounted The cover plate 5 must be centred in relation to the motor pulley axle To do this use the centring sleeve 9 included in the set of special wrenches Install the centring sleeve 9 in the opening of the cover plate 5 and the pulley tighten the fixing bolts 6 and remove the centring sleeve from the cover plate opening Now the hydraulic motor 7 and the shield 8 ...

Page 59: ...L32 hydraulic oil ATTENTION The condition of hydraulic system should be inspected regularly while using the machine The hydraulic system should be completely tight If oil leak is detected on hydraulic motor body 1 FIGURE 5 6 ascertain origin of leak In the event of noticing leaks stop using the machine until faults are remedied Connections of hydraulic conduits 2 to hydraulic motor 1 and quick cou...

Page 60: ... of contact of oil with skin wash the place of contact with water and soap Do NOT apply organic solvents petrol kerosene Contaminated clothing should be changed to prevent access of oil to skin In the event of contact of oil with eye rinse with large quantity of water and in the event of the occurrence of irritation consult a doctor Hydraulic oil in normal conditions is not harmful to the respirat...

Page 61: ...on of individual elements Used or damaged elements should be repaired or replaced In the event of damage to the paint coat clean rust and dust from damaged area degrease and then paint with undercoat and after it is dry paint with surface coat paint retaining colour uniformity and even thickness of protective coating Until the time of touch up painting the damaged place may be covered with a thin ...

Page 62: ...and wipe off excess oil or grease When using the machine the user is obliged to observe lubrication instructions according to attached schedule Excess lubricant causes depositing of additional contaminants in places requiring lubrication therefore it is essential to keep individual machine components clean Grease all grease nipples located in the grease nipple block 1 marked with the following pic...

Page 63: ...ry to change individual parts use only original parts or those indicated by the Manufacturer Non adherence to these requirements may put the user and other people s health and life at risk and also cause damage to the machine TABLE 5 2 TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR NUT AND BOLT CONNECTIONS 5 8 8 8 10 9 THREAD DIAMETER mm TIGHTENING TORQUE Nm M6 8 10 15 M8 18 25 36 M10 37 49 72 M12 64 85 125 M14 100 135 20...

Page 64: ...function arm Hydraulic system of multifunction arm is out of order Check condition of the multifunction arm s hydraulic system Excessive vibration during work Damaged branch cutting saw Incorrect mounting Check the circular saw blades replace if necessary The branch cutting saw drive stops during operation The multifunction arm s hydraulic system or the branch cutting saw s hydraulic motor is out ...

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