This manual is provided to assist you in getting the best results from your machine and
ensure that you do so safely. If you have any queries about the use of the machine
contact your dealer before use. Please keep this manual for future reference.
This topper has been designed to be easily and safely transported behind a tractor while
also giving an even and clean cut on uneven ground by being fully offset with bi-lateral
movement when in the topping position. The dual heavy-duty rotors with swinging blade
system allow the topper to withstand the excessive pressures of wet conditions and to
absorb small impacts without affecting performance.
A hydraulic breakaway system ensures that any damage to your machine following an
impact with a larger obstruction is dramatically reduced. The operating position is
quickly restored without hassle ensuring minimum operator inconvenience.
The cutting height is adjustable in convenient steps from the minimum depth of 30mm to
a maximum depth of 120mm. The depth is easily adjusted by altering the position of the
skids which are positioned at each side of the topper. These skids ensure that the
topper provides a uniform cut without grounding while on the most undulating pastures.
This topper will successfully operate in wet conditions and on heavy pasture such as
rushes, however it is unsuitable for topping set-aside. While this topper is primarily
designed for agricultural use it performs excellently when used for topping playing fields
or other local authority areas.
1.1 FUNDAMENTAL PRECAUTIONS
On delivery, your dealer gave you an explanation of the operation and maintenance of
this Fleming topper. Please read and understand these operating instructions before
operating the machine for the first time. It is essential that you observe all safety
instructions.
Incorrect use or mishandling of the machine can endanger:
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Life and Limb of the operator, other persons or animals standing within the vicinity of
the machine.
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The machine and other material assets of the owner or third persons.
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The performance of the machine.
Anyone who is involved in the commissioning, operation or maintenance of the topper
must read and understand the following instructions very carefully and observe them at
all times.
NEVER DISTRACT ANYONE WHO IS USING A MACHINE.
A SAFE DISTANCE OF AT LEAST 30M MUST BE OBSERVED BY ANYONE WITHIN
THE VICINITY OF THE TOPPER.
1.2 AUTHORISED OPERATORS
Youths under the age of 16 must not operate this implement. The owner of the machine
must provide the operator with the operating instructions and make sure they have read
and understood them. Only then may the topper be put into operation.
The owner must ensure that only authorised persons operate/work on this machine. He
is responsible for keeping any third persons or animals out of the working area of the
topper.
