Spearhead TWIGA
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Running Up Your Machine
Running Up Your Machine
Running Up Your Machine
Running Up Your Machine
1.
First ensure the rotor is in the ‘off’ position and P.T.O. drive is disengaged,
and then start the tractor.
2.
Engage P.T.O. into gear and run machine up to half revs allowing oil to
circulate for about 5 minutes before operating arms.
3.
Re-check oil level, - check for oil leaks
4.
Operate the arms through the full amount of travel, check all movements are
functioning correctly.
5.
Place flail head near ground in a safe position and with tractor revs low idle,
select ‘start’ position for the flail motor.
6.
Once rotor is settled, slowly increase revs of P.T.O. to 540r.p.m. and run for a
further 5 minutes. Slowly reduce revs and then disengage P.T.O.
7.
Check all hoses for kinks, pinching, chafing and leaks.
8.
Re-check oil level.
Warning
The rotor will take a long time to stop. Never leave the cab until P.T.O.
Is disengaged, engine stopped and rotor has stopped spinning.
