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OWNERS MANUAL 

PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE CUTTER 

WINTON HEDGE CUTTER  

WAM SERIES

 

Summary of Contents for WAM Series

Page 1: ...OWNERS MANUAL PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THE CUTTER WINTON HEDGE CUTTER WAM SERIES ...

Page 2: ... be considered a permanent part of this machine and should remain with it even if the machine is subsequently sold Winton continually seeks advancements in its product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing there may be minor discrepancies between your machine and this manual If you have any questions concernin...

Page 3: ...hing while operating machinery Safety wear Always use appropriate ear protection when running a tractor and machinery Ensure you are wearing protective gloves when servicing and using machinery Bystander safety Ensure bystanders keep away from the machine when it is in use Do not touch moving parts when the machine is at work Public places When travelling on the road public places always keep the ...

Page 4: ...add wheel weights if required Check that the tractor PTO shaft turns freely and that the machines PTO drive shaft can extend easily Grease the PTO drive shaft using the grease points The chain on the PTO shaft should be checked and in a good condition The universal joints installed should be in a good state with proper protective parts Before installing the PTO shaft the tractor and machine should...

Page 5: ...djustment 13 6 Safety Precautions 14 17 7 Hydraulic Oil Check Maintenance 18 19 8 Gearbox Maintenance 20 21 9 Servicing Maintenance 22 23 10 Parts Diagram 1 Body 24 25 11 Parts Diagram 2 Hydraulics 26 27 12 Parts Diagram 3 Controls 28 29 13 Parts Diagram 4 Arm 30 31 14 Parts Diagram 5 Cutting Head 32 34 15 PTO Shaft Resizing 35 16 Winton Product Warranty 36 17 FAQ s Troubleshooting 37 ...

Page 6: ...ers Model WAM60 WAM80 WAM100 Weight 260kg 275kg 300kg Working Width 60cm 80cm 100cm Blade Type Number Of Blades 24 32 40 Recommended Tractor HP 20 35hp 30 45hp 40 55hp Width 120cm 120cm 120cm Depth 55cm 55cm 55cm Height 200cm 200cm 200cm Oil capacity 55L 55L 55L Cutting angle rotation 190 degrees 190 degrees 190 degrees PTO Speed 540RPM 540RPM 540RPM PTO Shaft Size 70 100cm 70 100cm 70 100cm Linka...

Page 7: ...V1 5 Winton WAM 1 DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS continued Please note specifications are for indication and are subject to change without notice ...

Page 8: ...ne with the machine linkage and then follow these steps 1 Attach tractor lower link arms to the frame using the lower link pins 2 Then fit the top linkage point bracket A to your tractor 3 Attach the 3x top link arms B C to the top bracket A using top link pin D 4 Secure arms B to both sides of the machines lower link points using the inside of the pins 5 Ensure tractor lower link check chains are...

Page 9: ...or and machinery operator at all times It is advised not to operate the machine if the tractor does not have a cab or sufficient protective guards Make sure to check that the area is clear of bystanders or any obstructions You should always place barriers and signage before operating Be aware of any cuttings and debris which can be flung out from the cutting head A tractor with a cabin should be u...

Page 10: ...kage and then follow these steps 1 Close the angle of the cutting head using the hydraulic lever 2 Then use the lever to bring the cutting arm back towards the machine 3 Lower and secure the stabiliser legs E to the machine using the pins 4 Lower machine to the floor and ensure it is stable if not then stabilise the unit 5 Turn off the tractor and ensure PTO drive shaft is stopped 6 Remove the cha...

Page 11: ...good condition Check hydraulic oil level Lubricate all grease points Check tightness of all bolts nuts and screws Ensure all protective guards are in place and in good condition Make sure correct PPE is used e g helmet with visor ear protection steel toe shoes etc Check the area is clear of bystanders or obstructions Place barriers and signs before working Adjust rotation of blades to suit directi...

Page 12: ...ts WARNING Always ensure the rotor and blades are stationary before changing direction using hydraulic levers L I This can lead to a build up of pressure in the hydraulic system which may lead to leaking connectors pipes broken seals or even damage to the hydraulic pump Lever Forward operation Backward operation Reversal of cutting rotor direction Rotor start stop Rotor rotation up at the front Ro...

Page 13: ...n be lowered close to the ground Keep the rotor clear of the material to be cut Start the rotor by engaging the lever L and increase the tractor PTO speed to 540 RPM Lower the head into position and move forward at a suitable speed for the type and quantity of material to be cut WARNING Even with the guards fitted some material may be ejected from the mower All persons and animals need to be kept ...

Page 14: ...bration free operation If the rotor should vibrate or loose one or more blades STOP IMMEDIATELY When you stop the machine clean the rotor and check that no flails or bolts are missing if they are replace them immediately with only genuine spare parts Vibration can also be the consequence of a shock against a solid object In this case the rotor must be rebalanced repaired or even replaced Transit R...

Page 15: ... This should be set to suit the land and also the length of grass or density of weeds The cutting height can be set for longer grass or overgrown areas by adjusting the roller on the machine Roller Adjustment 1 Loosen bolt 2 and remove bolt 1 on both sides of the machine 2 Adjust roller by aligning the selected hole in the roller support bracket at position 1 using the hole closest to the ground g...

Page 16: ...ed enough the dangers that surround this capability it is therefore vital that the operator is fully aware of the maximum height and reach of the machine and that they are fully conversant with all aspects regarding the safe minimum distances that apply when working with machines in close proximity to Power Lines Further information on this subject can be obtained from the Health Safety Executive ...

Page 17: ...ghting signage to be used on the tractor during work on the highway Use clear suitably sized warning signs to alert others to the nature of the machine working within that area Signs should be placed at both ends of the work site It is recommended that signs used are of a size and type specified by the Department of Transport and positioned in accordance with their and the Local Highways Authority...

Page 18: ...t with or flashover from Being hit by cutting heads or machine arms as they move Becoming trapped between tractor and machine when hitching or unhitching Tractor overbalancing when machine arm is extended Injection of high pressure oil from hydraulic hoses or couplings Machine overbalancing when freestanding out of use Road traffic accidents due to collision or debris on the road Ensure the operat...

Page 19: ...s 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 they are at a safe distance before continuing WARNING Flail blades may continue to freewheel for up to 40 seconds after being stopped Never attempt to use a machine on materials in excess of its capability Never use a machine to perform a task it has not been des...

Page 20: ...hydraulic oil should be visible in the level indicator thermometer on the side of the oil tank A This also shows the current temperature If the oil level is below the level indicator then the hydraulic oil in the oil tank should be topped up 1 Unscrew and remove filler plug B 2 Pour in the oil a funnel or pipe is helpful here as it is a narrow filler 3 Fill until the oil can be seen in the level i...

Page 21: ...il If it has then wait until the unit is completely cooled down before changing oil 1 Remove the filler plug on the top of the oil tank C 2 Then either use an oil pump to remove the oil or if not available unbolt the lower pipe from the oil tank D 3 Drain the oil 4 Then replace fixing pipe D ensuring this is secure 5 Fill with hydraulic oil through filler C until the oil is visible through the lev...

Page 22: ...lly to ensure the machine is working optimally Ensure different types of oils are not mixed in the machine this also applies to old and new oil 1 Unscrew and remove filler plug A 2 Use a dipstick or similar to check oil level this should be approx half full 3 Top up the oil through filler A if needed to the required level 4 Replace filler plug A Gear Oil Grade 80W90 gear oil for all conditions or ...

Page 23: ...ew oil is not mixed when carrying our maintenance 1 Unscrew and remove filler plug A 2 Place a tray under the gear box to catch the old oil 3 Unscrew and remove drain plug B underneath the gear box 4 This will drain the oil from the gearbox 5 Replace drain plug B 6 Fill the oil through filler A approx 200ml 7 Check oil level using a dipstick or similar this should be approx half full 8 Replace fil...

Page 24: ...on the arm x6 4 All arm pivot points 5 PTO shaft x2 Wipe grease nipples with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting any dirt and grit Press grease into each grease nipple three to five times We recommend using a hand held grease gun for best results If grease nipples will not take grease remove and clean thoroughly Also clean lubricant passageway If you notice any grease points are broke...

Page 25: ...ater on bearings when cleaning with a high pressure washer Bearings Check the bearings on the blade rotor and roller If seals are damaged replace bearings Run the mower without a load for 3 5 minutes to check bearings are operating smoothly Paintwork Re coat any damaged paintwork to prevent corrosion Storage Store the machine in a dry level area Support the frame if necessary The periods recommend...

Page 26: ...26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 33 34 37 35 36 33 34 38 39 40 41 42 Dia No Number Part Number Part Description Qty 1 802770115 AM60 03 016 Oil tank cover 1 2 703070084 CBW 00 011 Air plug M16X1 5 2 3 802770118 AM60 03 017Y 1 Hydraulic Tank 1 4 509010012 JB7941 2 B80 Hydraulic Level Window 1 5 700920105 EF100 00 117 Plastic End Cap 3 6 703190209 1G 150 01 142 R Clip 4 ...

Page 27: ...098 GB5783 M8X16 Bolt M8X16 5 23 802770134 AM60 03 020 Adjustable Link Arm 3 24 802770131 AM60 03 019 Link Arm Pin 3 Link Arms 1 25 501011843 GB5786 M10X1 25X25 Fine thread screw bolt 4 26 506030036 GB93 10 Spring washer 4 27 501014700 GB5782 M12X130 Bolt M12X130 3 28 702770066 AM60 03 102 Gear Box Fixing Plate 1 29 702770065 AM60 03 101 Spacer bush 3 30 802770080 AM60 03 010 Support Leg Right 1 3...

Page 28: ...or M18X1 5 G3 8 6 6 702930546 MBH 8 08 305Y Valve Connector 2 7 510015239 JB982 14 Bonded Washer 14 8 501014707 GB3541 M14X1 5 Banjo Bolt 6 9 506010055 GB97 1 8 Plain washer 5 10 503010761 DIN985 M8 Locking Nut 5 1 2 3 4 4 5 4 4 6 7 5 8 8 8 8 8 7 7 7 8 7 7 8 9 5 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 9 20 21 22 25 25 24 26 27 28 29 23 30 31 32 33a 33b 34a 34b 36 38 35 39a 39b 39b 39a 41 41 40 42 43 44...

Page 29: ... 1 27 702770145 AM60 04 101 1 Oil pump Inlet Adapter 1 28 505011430 GB70 1 M10X30 Bolt M10X30 4 29 506030036 GB93 10 Spring washer 4 30 702770153 AM60 04 016 1 Swing arm cylinder 1 31 702770160 AM60 04 023 Small arm cylinder 1 32 702770152 AM60 04 015 Big arm cylinder 1 33 702770157 AM60 04 020 Swing arm cylinder tube 2 34 702770155 AM60 04 018 Small arm cylinder tube 2 35 702770198 AM60 04 025Y O...

Page 30: ...M60 01 120 Joystick Mounting Block 4 5 702770019 AM60 01 119 Protecting Boot 4 6 505011396 GB70 1 M5X40 Bolt M5X40 8 7 508010099 GB119 1 B 6X26 Roll Pin 4 8 702770015 AM60 01 114 Upper cover 4 9 702770010 AM60 01 109 Flange bush 8 10 702770216 AM60 01 118A Control Pull Rod 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7 6 16 17 18 19 20 15 14 13 12 11 9 9 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 25 25 32 28 29 28 31 30 32 25 29 33 25 26 ...

Page 31: ...sh 1 23 510013130 GB3452 1 G 16X2 65 O Ring Seal 1 24 702770007 AM60 01 106 Lock Shaft 1 25 702770004 AM60 01 103 Locating Sleeve Bush 10 26 702770003 AM60 01 102 Mounting Bracket 1 27 702770002 AM60 01 101 Screw Rod Mechanism 2 28 702770214 AM60 01 112A Lower Cover 4 29 505011393 GB70 1 M5X25 Bolt M5X25 16 30 702770215 AM60 01 123A Small Lower cover 4 31 505011389 GB70 1 M5X12 Bolt M5X12 8 32 802...

Page 32: ... DIAGRAM 4 ARM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 1 1 7 7 7 7 5 5 8 8 8 7 3 4 8 7 5 5 3 4 8 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 18 17 18 13 18 17 17 18 19 17 18 17 18 19 19 19 17 18 20 21 22 20 21 22 20 21 22 21 22 20 24 25 26 28 23 27 29 30 31 32 32 ...

Page 33: ...nder 1 15 703190209 1G 150 01 142 R Clip 4 16 702770074 AM60 03 110 Locking Pin 1 17 503020124 GB923 M8 Nut with Cap 8 18 506010035 GB96 1 8 Extra large plain washer 10 19 702770073 AM60 03 109 Threaded Bar 4 20 702770069 AM60 03 105 Oil Hose Clip 8 21 702770070 AM60 03 106 Oil Hose Plate 4 22 503010045 GB6170 M8 Nut 8 23 702770071 AM60 03 107 Oil Hose Guard 1 24 505011431 GB70 1 M10X35 Bolt M10XX...

Page 34: ...Frame Plate 1 5 1 802770037 AM60 02 010 Cutting Head Body 60 1 5 2 802780005 AM80 02 010 Cutting Head Body 80 1 5 3 806830004 AM100 02 010 Cutting Head Body 100 1 1 2 3 4 5 2 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 20 16 17 11 12 11 12 11 12 13 8 9 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 29 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 32 36 37 38 39 40 36 38 32 38 33 30 31 32 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 47 52 50 49 23 14 PARTS DIAGRAM 5 CU...

Page 35: ...er Guard 100 1 15 1 702770034 AM60 02 111 Rubber Guard Plate 60 1 15 2 702780003 AM80 02 111 Rubber Guard Plate 80 1 15 3 706830002 AM100 02 111 Rubber Guard Plate 100 1 16 501011100 GB5783 M8X25 Bolt M8X25 4 17 702770026 AM60 02 103 Motor End Plate Guard 1 18 505011416 GB70 1 M8X25 Bolt M8X25 6 19 506030034 GB93 6 Spring washer 3 20 702780010 AM60 02 104 2 Motor Oil In Out Connector 2 21 51001313...

Page 36: ...806830006 AM100 02 012 Blade rotor shaft 100 1 40 802770052 AM60 02 013 2nd Bearing Seat 1 41 703140005 MZ105 115 Gasket 1 42 506030037 GB93 12 Spring washer 1 43 501011125 GB5783 M12X25 Bolt M12X25 1 44 702770032 AM60 02 109 End cap 1 45 506010054 GB97 1 6 Plain washer 3 46 501011088 GB5783 M6X16 Bolt M6X16 3 47 506010057 GB97 1 12 Plain washer 4 48 802770055 AM60 02 014 Roller Shaft Seat 1 49 50...

Page 37: ... shaft raise the linkage so the PTO shaft is level horizontal Measure the length between tractor PTO and the machine s shaft If the compressed closed PTO shaft length exceeds the one measured here then the driveline will need to be cut 1 PTO length adjustment first remove PTO shaft shielding 2 Shorten the driveline tubes to proper equal lengths 3 Tidy edges of the drive tube with a file and clean ...

Page 38: ... has been used and maintained according to the Owner s Manual Warranty is carried out on a return to reseller manufacturer basis and excludes any labour or delivery collection costs Exclusions Wearing parts are excluded including but not limited to blades belts and bearings Modification of the product in any way will cease the manufacturers warranty The machine is warranted for one year to the ori...

Page 39: ...ed tractor power output Change into a lower gear on the tractor Replace any missing damaged blades Excessive vibration Check rotor bearings blade rotor Replace blades Check PTO shaft for damage and replace Clean off the cutter Blades scalping Raise cutting height Change mowing pattern route Reduce speed when turning Tractor loaded down by cutter Run at 540 PTO rpm Change into a lower gear on the t...

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