Betstco Value Leader AM Series, Operations & Parts Manual

Page 1: ...re using Always grease all fittings and be sure to always check and fill with oil before operating Retain this manual for future reference Betstco 83371 Melton Rd Creswell OR 97426 Phone 541 895 3083 www betstco com Specifications subject to change without notice Rugged Labor Saving Equipment Since 1995 AM SERIES HEDGE CUTTER ...

Page 2: ...es embankments and roadsides The result is a range of hedge cutter with excellent handling characteristics robust and capable of a long trouble free life They are disigned to be mounted into agricultural tractor three point systems When mounted the machine is stabalized by means of two stabablizer bars between the machine and the tractor NEVER use the machine for any other purpose than that for wh...

Page 3: ...limit the height of cut and NOT to support the machine 4 Grease the rotor and the roller bearings twice a day 5 Grease the rest of the machine once a day 6 Replace the filter after 50 hours and check the oil level 7 Check all nuts and bolts on the cutting head regularly 8 Check drive belt tension regularly 9 Make sure that all hydraulic unions are kept tight and do not leak 10 Never use the machin...

Page 4: ...back wheels of the tractor and or by fitting the tractor with some counterbalance weights The track of the tractor can be widened this will increase the stability of the unit VERY IMPORTANT Understand the meaning of all the DANGER and INSTRUCTION labels that are on the machine all precautions must be taken and all the instructions respected If you need some advice or some help or if you do not und...

Page 5: ... CONTROL TO THE HEDGE CUTTER ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE OF THE TRACTOR Always be aware of all that is around you and use the machine with care Fully take notice of your working area with particular regard to any buildings power lines steep slopes wire or any other hazardous material that may affect the working of the machine Always keep all persons and animals well clear of the working area Drive and ...

Page 6: ...t some suitable stand or supports under the machine to avoid any accidental lowering of the arms and or the machine Make sure that any stands are on firm and level ground THE MACHINES MUST BE ALWAYS SUPPORTED AND LOWERED WHEN BEING ADJUSTED OR REPAIRED 6 NEVER work adjust overhaul or repair any machine while it is in motion Before starting the adjust ments overhauls repairs always stop the machine...

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Page 8: ...4 Fitting of stabilizer turnbuckles T The machine has two STABALIZER TURNBUCKLES for their assembly and disassembly it is ESSENTIO NA TO READ the following instructions Raise the main body of the machine up to work position Fix the two turnbuckles with the pins provided between the top hole of the bottom linkage attach ment points on the machine see picture and the holes provided in the top link y...

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Page 10: ...ce on the machine 8 Drive forward very slowly checking that all connections to the tractor are free Removing the cab protection is necessary WORKING OF THE HEDGE CUTTER The driver must fully understand the controls and the capacity of the tractor It is always recommended that the driver practice the controls and the working of the hedge mower in a safe location BEFORE beginning work The forward sp...

Page 11: ...r AM Boom Hedge Cutter 11 Revision 1 22 2018 Reverse the rotor rotation lever I and L only when the rotor is completely stopped Carrying out this operationn when the rotor is in motion can damage the hydraulic motor ...

Page 12: ...mover must work in the direction of the traffic this must be confirmed by consulting the local laws concerning the upkeep of the roads ALWAYS use the traffic signs or any other systems recommended by the maintenance services and make sure that they are in a correct position in relation to the work being carried out Respect the movement of the traffic and try to ensure that it flows freely Give eno...

Page 13: ...e and caused a dangerous situation When working on the roadside which is open to traffic always place warning signs at the correct distance from your work to alert passing traffic Be aware of passing traffic and be prepared to stop immediately When working in areas where there are stones raise the machine so that it does not come into contact with the stones and increase the safe work zone to at l...

Page 14: ...erator can use them without difficulty and at the same time they do not prevent the other driving functions The controls MUST NOT hamper the entrance and the exit of the cab The exhausted oil and the other noxious products must be always thrown in special waste containers legally certified and suitable for containing the product in question ALWAYS DISPOSE OF THE EXHAUSTED PRODUCTS IN SPECIAL AUTHR...

Page 15: ... connections b If vibrations occurs stop working immediately disengage the PTO and check the conditions of the blades Make sure that they swing free and if necessary replace those broken or worn out Before proceeding with operations the machine must be closed in transport position c Always keep the rotor clean If necessary remove foreign material that might be kinked inside the cutting head and or...

Page 16: ... HANDS Before attempting any manual operations wait for the rotor to stop completely Switch off the PTO and stop the engine of the tractor WARNING DANGER TO THE FEET Never approach the mower when it is working and keep feet hands and clothing well clear at all times DANGER SIGNALS ...

Page 17: ...of the ground within the limits of the system CUTTING HEAD The rotor of the cutting head is balanced before it is assembled into the head this makes for vibration free operation If the rotor should vibrate or lose one or more blades STOP THE MACHINE IMMEDIATELY because if you continue there could be some serious consequences like damage to the bearings and weakening of the structure When you stop ...

Page 18: ...ack too much as the breakaway will operate too easily The machine works best when it is set in the vertical position When mowing high beware of material being ejected from the mower an INCREAASE THE SAFE WORKING ZONE TO AT LEAST 20 meters 66 FT IN THE CASE OF DAMAGE TO THE HEDGE MOWER CAUSED BY NOT OBSERVING THE ABOVE MENTIONED INSTRUCTION OF SAFETY THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ANY WARRANTY IN THE CA...

Page 19: ...l tank and the other one is inside to filter the oil on entry and exit It is advised that different types of hydraulic oil should NEVER BE MIXED but if you have to use a type of oil different from the oil that you previously put in the oil tank it must be compatible Check with your oil supplier If the return filter is very dirty clean it This should be considered as a temporary measure in most cas...

Page 20: ...ts every day they must always be tight A missing or broken flail must be replaced IMMEDIATELY because the loss of the balance causes damage to the bearings and to the structure In regards to the replacement of the flails it is important to remember that you must REPLACE THEM IN PAIRS in order to maintain the balance INDIRECT TRANSMISSION ROTOR Check the tension of the drive belts on the cutting he...

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Page 31: ...er 31 Revision 1 22 2018 Parts Request Form Fax to 541 895 2756 or E mail cservice betstproducts com Name Address City State Zip Phone E mail Model Number Serial Number Purchased From Purchase Date Description Qty Price Amount Comments ...

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Page 33: ...efective parts has been made by unauthorized personnel I acknowledge receipt of my Operators Manual and have read the Safe Operation Section I acknowledge understanding maintenance and safe operation requirements item specifications operation controls and storage requirements I understand that I alone am responsible for proper maintenance care and safe operation of this Value Leader item I Purchas...

Page 34: ...inal Warranty Registration and fully understand my requirements I understand that I alone am responsible for proper maintenance care and safe operation of this tractor implement I purchaser also understand that persons not familiar with the operation of this equipment should not be allowed to use it Children especially should not operate or be near equipment ANYONE OPERATING EQUIPMENT SHOULD HAVE ...