AVANT A440199, Operator'S Manual For Attachment

Page 1: ...Fence mower 2021 1 Operator s Manual for Attachment Fence mower Product number A440199 English A444986 2021 1 EN 2020 www avanttecno com ...

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Page 3: ...stance 17 6 2 Checks before use 18 6 3 Operator qualification 18 6 4 Use 19 6 5 Adjustments 20 6 5 1 Orientation 20 6 5 2 Floating system 21 6 5 3 Support wheel 21 6 5 4 Spring release system 22 6 6 Use on slopes 22 6 7 Removing a blockage 22 6 8 Transport position 23 6 9 Storage 24 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 25 7 1 Inspection of hydraulic components 25 7 2 Cleaning the attachment 26 7 3 Inspection...

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: ...er 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 professi...

Page 7: ...and closer than the safety distance of 2 metres from the machine The Fence mower can throw e g small stones even distances up to 30 metres 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 m...

Page 8: ...eat belt 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 part...

Page 9: ...down procedure 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 procedure Lower the boom and the attac...

Page 10: ...ing width 704 mm Number of blades 2 pcs Maximum width in working position cutting head at the right side 1870 mm Minimum width in transport position 1172 mm Weight 122 kg Recommended hydraulic flow 30 40 l min 20 0 MPa 200 bar Maximum input of hydraulic energy 50 l min 22 5 MPa 225 bar Suitable Avant loaders See Table 1 ...

Page 11: ... 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 labels with new ones A46771 A46772 A46799 A46802 A46803 Attachment identification plate A440866 To apply a new label Clean the surface thoroughly to remove all grease Allow it to dry completely P...

Page 12: ... not use the equipment without all covers in place 5 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 6 A440866 Attachment identification plate Table 4 Fence mower Main components 1 Frame with Avant quick coupling brackets 2 Cutting head 3 Support disc 4 Blade 2 pcs 5 Hydraulic motor 6 Rubber bumper ...

Page 13: ... 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 Make sure that the hydraulic hoses are positioned so that they will not get in between the coupling plat...

Page 14: ...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 15: ... 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 16: ... from moving parts Keep a safety distance of at least 2 metres from the attachment when it is running and stop the attachment immediately if anyone gets too close Beware of the rotating parts which create entanglement hazard Never reach into a running attachment by any means Shut down the loader engine following the safe stopping procedure if reaching into the work tools of the attachment WARNING ...

Page 17: ... the loader engine and release the residual pressure first 6 1 Safety distance WARNING Hazard of thrown objects Keep bystanders away Note that the attachment can throw stones gravel or other objects found in the area at high speed Always keep a safety distance of at least 2 metres to other persons The Fence mower can throw e g small stones even distances up to 30 metres The minimum safety distance...

Page 18: ... Operate the attachment and the controls of the loader only when seated on the driver s seat Ensure that the loader and the attachment are used in a safe manner and as intended Do not allow children to operate the equipment Remember correct working methods and avoid leaving the driver s seat unnecessarily Practise the use of the attachment and the controls of the loader in a safe area If you are u...

Page 19: ...of the attachment However in some cases it might be easier to operate the mower with the support wheel lifted to upper position If your loader is equipped with a telescopic boom you can utilize it for a better view to the working area The Fence mower can be operated while driving forwards Using the Fence mower 1 Cut the hay by letting the cutting head float on the ground when driving forwards 2 St...

Page 20: ...operating conditions and the direction of travel 6 5 1 Orientation The cutting arm can can be locked on either side for easier use in different operating areas For transport lock the arm so that the overall width of the attachment is as narrow as possible The cutting head is assembled on the right as standard For assembling the cutting head on the left see page 30 Cutting head assembled on the lef...

Page 21: ...he attachment slightly off the ground with the loader and shut down the engine 2 Remove the cotter pin from the vertical axle of the yoke Pull the wheel off its holder 3 Move some plastic sleeves from above the bracket to below it or vice versa depending on whether you wish to raise or lower the mower 4 Push the axle back in through the bracket and reinstall the cotter pin There are two thicknesse...

Page 22: ...slightly Exercise extreme caution when moving near ditches or embankments as the machine could suddenly turn over in case an edge caves in On 200 series loaders It is recommended to use the optional wheel weights for the best stability on uneven terrain 6 7 Removing a blockage It is unlikely that the cutting head gets blocked in normal operation However when when mowing wet grass or driving at too...

Page 23: ...ore going near the mower 6 8 Transport position Before transporting the Fence mower while it is connected to the loader lock the cutting head 2 back against the boom with locking pin 1 When driving with the loader keep the Fence mower lifted off the ground and the cutting head folded backwards as shown in the figure below Retract the telescopic boom of the loader completely for the best stability ...

Page 24: ...torage Never climb on 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 function of the extension spring during operation release the spring or its pretension for storage as indicated with arrow 1 in the adjacent figure ...

Page 25: ...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 26: ... weakened from the original the cutting blades have probably become blunt or some of the blades have been damaged Uneven cutting results increased power requirement and increased vibration level are signs of blunt or damaged blades To protect the blades and other components when hitting rocks or other obstacles the blades are fitted to the axle in a way that allows them to move Check that all of t...

Page 27: ...fety instructions for hydraulic assemblies High pressure ejection of fluid may penetrate skin and cause serious injuries DANGER Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin High pressure ejection of fluid may penetrate skin and cause serious injuries Before handling hydraulic components make sure that the hydraulic system of the attachment and the loader are completely depressurized Never ha...

Page 28: ...ure Tighten the hydraulic fittings carefully with hand tools using moderate torque Make sure that the routing of the hydraulic hoses does not prevent the reinstallation 7 6 1 2 Tightening hydraulic fittings Tighten the fittings carefully according to given instructions and safety procedures Keep in mind that over tightening will break a fitting Tighten basic fittings carefully with hand tools usin...

Page 29: ...the first time and keep a safe distance due to the risk of hydraulic fluid ejection Shut down the loader and release the residual pressure before checking for leaks Remember to use and wear protective equipment DANGER Risk of high pressure fluid injection through skin Never test the tightness of the hydraulic components by placing hands near the fittings Never tighten a pressurized hydraulic fitti...

Page 30: ...tachment to operate in a way that causes risk of injuries Contact your Avant dealer or service if you are unsure about safe procedures or need more information or installation service 1 Remove the guard 1 and release the tension spring 2 2 Undo the fastening screws of the guard 1 and turn the bracket 3 the other way around 3 Undo the fastening screws and lift the cutting head up with a lifting dev...

Page 31: ...e 27 7 Start carefully operate the attachment according to instructions on page 19 Please contact your nearest AVANT service partner or dealer if you have additional questions about the operation of the attachment 7 7 End of life disposal When the attachment is at the end of its useful life recycle and dispose of the attachment properly Dismantle the attachment and separate the different materials...

Page 32: ...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 33: ... 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 ISO ...

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