GreenTec Scorpion 330-4 S, Handbook

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Page 3: ...f the machine the instruction manual must be handed over to the new owner The content of the instruction manual is based on information that was valid at the time of publication As our products are subject to continuous development and improvement changes in the specifications will be made If there is information that differs from the machine at hand you can receive instructions from the GreenTec ...

Page 4: ... VOLTAGE LINES 17 WORKING IN PUBLIC PLACES 18 WARNING SIGNS IN PUBLIC PLACES 18 Suggested signage on public roads 18 Further use of warning signs 18 PERSONAL SAFETY EQUIPMENT 19 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR OPTIMAL SAFETY AND OPERATION I 19 INSTRUCTIONS ON NECESSARY PROTECTIVE MEASURES M 20 WARNINGS HOW NOT TO USE THE MACHINE H 21 MACHINE INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS 22 SCORPION BOOM MOWER 22 MACHINE DES...

Page 5: ...LLATION CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING J 55 STABILITY O 55 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION OF THE BOOM MOWER I 56 Adjusting the machine to the vehicle 56 Attaching the machine to the vehicle 58 Checking and readjusting the machine attachment on the vehicle 58 Fitting and installation of power take off shaft PTO 60 Connecting the power cable 61 The joystick and control panel are mounted in the cabin 63 P...

Page 6: ...raulic system 86 Tank 87 The hydraulic oil 87 Danfoss valves 88 Hoses and fittings 88 Filters 88 Pressure filter consists of 88 Replacing the filter element 89 LUBRICATION 90 TROUBLESHOOTING THE MACHINE AND START UP AFTER SHUTDOWN Q 91 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 91 Use Auto Height Control AHC more Read the section AHC Auto Height Control 91 Read the section Fejl Henvisningskilde ikke fundet 91 Pum...

Page 7: ...YING BALL HITCH 57 FIGURE 24 SLACK ADJUSTMENT OF PILOT BALL JOINTS 58 FIGURE 25 MACHINE SUPPORT LEGS 59 FIGURE 25 LUBRICATION OF PTO 60 FIGURE 26 MOUNTING OF SAFETY CHAINS 60 FIGURE 27 MACHINE POWER CABLE 61 FIGURE 28 CONNECTING THE POWER CABLE TO THE BATTERY OF THE VEHICLE 61 FIGURE 29 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OF MACHINE 62 FIGURE 30 PLACEMENT OF REMOTE CONTROL AND JOYSTICK 63 FIGURE 31 BACKSTOP FLA...

Page 8: ...tec eu where you can use the retailer login to access the latest updates of instruction manuals and spare parts catalogues for our whole product line We hope you will be pleased with your new GreenTec machine Kind regards John Christensen Sales Director GreenTec A S GreenTec s vision is to develop and sell quality machines for the maintenance of green areas for example in agriculture industry airp...

Page 9: ...If the machine is resold the instruction book must be handed over to the new owner The following fields are filled in for use when ordering spare parts or other inquiries Model name Serial number Date of delivery Retailer Mail Phone Figure 1 Model name b and retailer information Figure 2 GreenTec contact information Merkurvej 25 DK 6000 Kolding Denmark Tel 45 75553644 Fax 45 75554243 Mail info gre...

Page 10: ...ally invalidating injuries or grievous bodily harm if the instructions are not carefully followed CAUTION Warns of a potential situation that can result in serious damages to machine or equipment if the instructions are not carefully followed NOTICE Specific or general information that is deemed important or useful Figure 3 Definitions of information signs in the instruction manual Left Hand LH Ri...

Page 11: ...iar with the country s laws and regulations regarding cutting trimming and general maintenance of hedges and shrubbery Warranty GreenTec is not liable for damage sustained by unlawful or incorrect use of the Scorpion machine See also GreenTec s warranty terms no 5 in the Terms and Conditions of Sale and Delivery https greentec eu en terms and conditions sale and delivery NOTICE The symbols in this...

Page 12: ...ool Rotary crusher GT135 GT155 Tool Ditch cleaner GR70 Tool Weed brushes BR70 BR90 Tool Rotary rake KR250 Tool Leaf blower LG that the machine is manufactured in accordance with Directive 2006 42 EC of the European Parliament and the Council of Europe with reference to the following standards associated with its design construction and production DS EN ISO 12100 2011 Safety of machinery General pr...

Page 13: ...ply with Just as the current traffic laws of course must be complied with if the machine is used on public roads Warnings prohibitions and instructions For any kind of work on the tool it must be disconnected from all hydraulics Only authorized personnel may perform service work on the tool Read this instruction manual carefully before putting the tool into use ...

Page 14: ...perating Switch off the engine remove the ignition key and pull the handbrake Warning Check every 8 hours that all bolts nuts are tightened Warning There is a danger of getting crushed or hit when the machine is running No one is allowed in the work zone Warning Oil under high pressure Be careful to avoid skin contact inhalation of fumes when handling or in case of a leak Warning Always be aware o...

Page 15: ...ll Scorpion models Both front and rear mounted as well as right and left models The outer top valve blocks cylinder 3 in and out movement The outer bottom valve blocks either cylinder 5 or the rotor cylinder for tilting the tool The inner top valve blocks cylinder 1 for arm rotation The inner bottom valve blocks cylinder 2 for lifting and down Figure 6 Information and warning labels ...

Page 16: ... out when hydraulics is disconnected For maintenance work under the tool carrier secure with appropriate support elements When replacing attachment tools check the hydraulic system for residual pressure any remaining residual pressure is reduced to zero 0 bar Use only suitable maintenance and adjustment tools and wear safety work gloves safety shoes and safety goggles Handle the hydraulic oil and ...

Page 17: ...d unconditionally The user must be fully rested before using the machine and take a break if he she feels tired to ensure the safety of him herself and others The user should ensure variation in working positions and take frequent breaks to avoid musculoskeletal disorders It is not permitted to be on to ride along or in any other way the tool or machine during transportation and work When operatin...

Page 18: ...example Verge cutting 0 1 km or appropriate shorter distance Warning Sign Road chicane with the additional One lane only Command sign Hold left White and blue arrow sign on the back of the machine This applies within the EU where traffic passes left of the machine working in the traffic direction The indications use and colours of arrow signs depend on the laws and regulations of each country Furt...

Page 19: ...e machine is Be aware of the following risks You can get stuck when the machine is being connected or disconnected and when the arm is moving in or out up or down forwards or backwards The machine can tip when the arm is raised You can get caught by the rotary axle from the power take off You can be hit or trapped by the moving parts for example blades driving axle and wings from mounted tools You...

Page 20: ...ional counterweight Drive at a safe speed that is adjusted to the terrain and any other vehicles or obstacles Be aware of electric wiring If in doubt contact the local power plant It is recommended to use impact resistant guards on the vehicle Make sure that all guards are installed correctly and that there are no damaged or loose parts Make sure that all hydraulic pipes and hoses are correctly po...

Page 21: ... arms to the side turning off the engine of the vehicle pulling the hand break and removing the ignition key Never use or mount the tool on a vehicle that does not comply with the manufacturer s specifications Never use the machine if the hydraulic system shows sign of damage Never stop the engine when the hydraulic pressure is still activated Never use the machine for any purpose other than that ...

Page 22: ...equipped with a large hydraulic tank hydraulic pump filters and electrically operated control valves which are controlled from thecabin via the joystick and the control panel Scorpion 4 is available as a basic model Here the tank and pump are not installed but all valves are supplied with hydraulic oil from the vehicle The pump is pulled by the vehicle s power take off shaft PTO Der In addition th...

Page 23: ... boom mower must be provided with oil flow and pressure from the vehicle The operation of the boom mower and the attachment tool is otherwise identical to the Standard version of the boom mower Plus versions Scorpion 6 and 8 The Scorpion 6 and 8 models are also available in a PLUS version The Plus models are produced with larger pumps that operate at higher pressures See Specifications Strenx stee...

Page 24: ...ew mounting system provides extreme stability even at a reach of more than 8 m The basic idea is simple instead of a three point mounting system Scorpion has 4 mounting points connected to the tractor s three point mounting thus providing an extra stabilization Auto Hight Control AHC The AHC is available as optional equipment for the Scorpion 6 and 8 series and is developed in close cooperation wi...

Page 25: ...hydraulic system is a closed system with tank filters pump valves hoses and cooler Go to Specification to see the precise pressure oil volume and flow that applies to your machine For an overview of the construction of the entire hydraulic system see the following Hydraulic diagram Scorpion 4 e Hydraulic diagram Scorpion 6 8 Plus e The boom mower is controlled by 5 cylinders which are operated via...

Page 26: ...26 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Hydraulic diagram Scorpion 4 e ...

Page 27: ...27 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Hydraulic diagram Scorpion 6 8 Plus e Figure 11 Hydraulic diagram Scorpion 6 8 Plus ...

Page 28: ...e Rotation cylinder 7 Only Plus models Tilting Cylinder 3 Parallel motion enabled In out cylinder Parallel motion disabled Raise lower Cylinder 2 Parallel motion enabled In out cylinder Parallel motion disabled No function Cylinder 1 Rotation Rotation cylinder 6 Turning the head Only Plus models Cylinder 5 Standard models Rotating the head cylinder Plus models Autoflex Vertical cylinder Cylinder 4...

Page 29: ...ming of large windbreaks Branches up to 21cm in thickness for the largest saw model Rotary crushing Grass cutting mowing Grass raking Ditch cleaning Cleaning of for example tiles From the driver s cabin the boom mower is switched on off and all its movements are controlled via the joystick and the control panel Most of the boom mowers have their own hydraulic system a large hydraulic oil reservoir...

Page 30: ...port of persons animals or other equipment than described in this manual Never use the machine as a crane or as any kind of lifting equipment All limit values must under no circumstances be exceeded safety distances pressure flow rev min etc Never use the machine without safety guardings The attachment tools of the boom mower n The machine is designed for the mounting of GreenTec attachment tools ...

Page 31: ...at www epc shell com Requirements Shell Spirax S3 AX 80W 90 0 51 litre GL 5 ISO VG150 or SAE 90 EP Gearboxes Front PTO 1000 rev 1 2 Rear PTO 540 rev 1 3 5 Lights LED lights 7 Pole trailer plug Materials Mainly made of high strength steel Strenx 700 Hydraulic hoses Standard steel reinforced rubber lined Hydraulic valves Cast Iron and Aluminium Working season All year The limit values of the tools s...

Page 32: ... extra equipment on the GreenTec website https greentec eu en boom mowers for small tractors scorpion 330 430 rear mounted Hydraulic quick release couplings for tools 3 flat face quick release couplings Mechanical quick hitch for tools Male part for quick collection of tools K50 coupling for 4 point mounting Less slack in the top bracket and easier assembly Counterweights 70 kg Stabilisation in ex...

Page 33: ...t www epc shell com Requirements Shell Spirax S3 AX 80W 90 1 2 litre GL 5 ISO VG150 or SAE 90 EP Lights LED lights 7 pole trailer plug Materials Mainly made of high strength steel Strenx 700 Hydraulic hoses Standard steel reinforced rubber lined hydraulic valves Cast Iron and Aluminium Working season All year The limit values of the tools should be followed SCORPION 6 POSSIBLE TOOLS Tools that can...

Page 34: ...otorFlex Double pivot joint with automatic vertical position Bio oil 220 lit Biodegradable hydraulic oil Extra equipment that CANNOT be retrofitted Hydraulic quick release couplings for tools 3 flat face quick release couplings Mechanical quick hitch for tools Male part for quick collection of tools K80 coupling for 4 point mounting Less slack in the top bracket and easier assembly Counterweights ...

Page 35: ... the machine was not in use Always refer to the instruction manual for the noise measurement on the tool The noise level changes according to the season and to the material being cut Therefore the noise level may differ to a lesser extent The noise level of the boom mower will always be lower than the noise from the tools that can be mounted on it and the noise from the vehicle on which the boom m...

Page 36: ...may be seated in a straining working position Especially when working with tools that saw or cut upwards It is important that the operator can follow the movement of the tool and that he she is aware of the course of the road and the hedge s irregularities There are many things going on at once and the operator often must twist his back in order to skew upwards thus putting a strain on the body s ...

Page 37: ...RGENCY STOP On off Remember to turn off after use otherwise there may be a risk of battery discharge Tool Start stop Reverser arm type Float position tool Vertical cylinder in senkrecht i Temperature Lights up and alarm if the temp is too high Float position arm Pressure light is on and alarm is sounding if the pressure is too high Option 2 Vertical cylinder in senkrecht i AutoFlex AHC Time indica...

Page 38: ...ed over 1 night If the control panel does not turn on check that the emergency stop is not activated EMERGENCY STOP Immediately turns off all machine operation The tractor PTO does not stop upon activating this emergency stop on the control panel Turn the knob clockwise to reset to 0 The control panel cannot be turned on if the emergency stop is activated ...

Page 39: ...se of the high temperature The fan engine does not work the cooler is clogged etc Pressure Pres lights up and the alarm sounds if the pressure is too high A few short alarms indicate that the tool is running at maximum capacity A long sustaining alarm indicates that the tool is overloaded Drive slower If you are using attachment tools with a built in pressure relief valve that is set lower than th...

Page 40: ...ngy way AHC Auto Height Control can now be activated If driving without the AHC system the height of the head must be controlled from the joystick in the cabin The cutting head will follow the contours of the ground but if the height of the road changes more than approx 10 cm in proportion to the verge adjust the height of the tool by pulling raising or pushing lowering the joystick Simple control...

Page 41: ...il the tool lowers at an appropriate slow speed The lowering speed should be adjusted to the driving speed and the terrain if the terrain is sloping the tool must be lowered accordingly and at least at the same speed Temporary stop and restart of AHC If there is an obstacle sign driveway tree etc the AHC can be disabled by pressing the button on the back of the joystick once After the arm has been...

Page 42: ... of the ground freely Although the float position of the tool is activated tilting of the head can be activated by the left scroll button on the joystick Scorpion 6 8 or the two push buttons on the joystick Scorpion 4 Float position activation Press the button once the button diode lights up Head flow is now activated Press once more the button diode turns off Flow is now deactivated Float positio...

Page 43: ...ertical position are mounted When the double pivot joint is mounted the vertical 1 2 buttons activate cylinder 5 which is the outermost top cylinder on the arm Vertical cylinder 5 Press and hold the button The diode lights up Cylinder 5 is made longer Vertical cylinder 5 Press and hold the button The diode lights up Cylinder 5 is made shorter ...

Page 44: ...r direction to ensure that the double pivot joint always is in a vertical position Regardless of the position of the arm Activation and deactivation of Automatic Vertical Control After the machine has been unfolded to the desired working position this function is switched on by pressing the button the diode will light up If the Rotor Flex was not in the vertical position it will now automatically ...

Page 45: ... operated as the pump does not supply sufficient hydraulic oil The electric reversing switch for the oil volume must be correctly set up before starting up If the high oil volume is selected and the tool is only to be supplied with the low oil volume the tool runs too fast the tool can be damaged by the severe stress Activating the tool Keep a low rev min on the PTO shaft Press the start button Th...

Page 46: ...tick s raise lower movement while the slave cylinder is operated by the joystick s sideways movements see Figure 14 Activation and deactivation of the parallel motion One push of the button the diode lights up parallel motion is deactivated This can be done at any time One more push the light in the diode goes out now parallel motion activated If master and slave cylinders are not running at the s...

Page 47: ...47 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Cylinder functions WITH parallel motion Raise lower cylinder active Slave cylinder Master cylinder Figure 14 Cylinder functions when using parallel motion ...

Page 48: ...48 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Cylinder functions WITHOUT parallel motion Hybrid activated Figure 15 Cylinder functions WITHOUT parallel motion Hybrid activated Raise lower cylinder shut off ...

Page 49: ...49 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Control of extra equipment Option 2 For extra equipment not in use Option 1 For extra equipment not in use ...

Page 50: ...50 Scorpion 4 6 and 8 Time indicator Time indicator The display is counting the hours when the tool is in use ...

Page 51: ...Joystick buttons Option Overriding Autopilot Tilt head Rotate arm Rotate head Figure 17 Joystick buttons on Scorpion 6 8 Rotate arm The arm is rotated forwards or backwards Figure 16 Joystick buttons on Scorpion 4 Tilt head ...

Page 52: ...ion 4 6 and 8 Directional movements of joystick Figure 18 Directional movements of joystick Scorpion 6 8 Scorpion 4 Raise Raise Lower Lower Tool to the right Tool to the left Tool to the right Tool to the left ...

Page 53: ...er or the GreenTec service department Always make sure to choose a solid even surface for example concrete when preparing to mount the tool on the vehicle The vehicle and the machine must be operated from the driver s seat Never allow any other persons to stand on or by the lift system during operation On delivery check the following 1 Check that all loose parts were included with the boom mower 2...

Page 54: ... understand this manual before operating the machine The driver must be competent and fully capable of working with this machine in a safe and efficient manner before using the machine in a public place GreenTec therefore requires the future user to make use of all available courses offered by the dealers ...

Page 55: ...the vehicle on which you want to mount the mower Stability can be increased by Attaching counterweights to the boom mower optional Refill water in the tires of the vehicle remember anti freeze The track gauge of the vehicle the longer the wheels are out the greater the stability ask your vehicle dealer about this Stabilizing the front axle specifically on the side of the mounted tool ask your vehi...

Page 56: ... 1 Checking and adjusting the lift arms on the vehicle a The tire pressure must be the same on both sides of the vehicle b The boom mower is always equipped with two different categories on the lower lift arms It is recommended that the widest possible category for the vehicle be used c Adjust the 2 lift arms so the height is the same d The lift arms must be locked in the stabilizing chain and the...

Page 57: ...pment the bracket is mounted to the top part of the 4 point mounting system In this case a K80 ball hitch has been selected The ball hitch is mounted in the vehicle s notched rail see Figure 16 Figure 22 Mounting of the machine s 4 point mounting system and the vehicle s load carrying ball hitch 3 Vehicle and tool are now ready for attachment ...

Page 58: ...bar 1 Then adjust the length of top bar 2Fejl Henvisningskilde ikke fundet b Adjust until it fits directly down over the ball c Lock the mounting with rivet and split d The lock must be adjusted with a permissible slack of max 0 5 mm see Figure 23 Checking and readjusting the machine attachment on the vehicle Lift the tool from the ground and make sure that the boom mower is hanging straight and v...

Page 59: ... leg holder b Carefully raise and lower the lift arms until you see that the top part of the 4 point mounting system is loose c Readjust the top bars d Repeat points b and c until the boom mower hangs straight and vertically on the vehicle Lift the arm mower to a suitable height and place the rear support legs in the horizontal holders Figure 24 Machine support legs ...

Page 60: ...dioli pavesi com download pdf 399ISFT01_A pdf page 6 7 the PTO shaft comes with a small instruction manual If you are using a PTO from another manufacturer follow their instructions carefully Remember to lubricate all parts when mounting the first time Especially the telescopic tubes after the shortened piece Figure 25 Lubrication of PTO Always remember to mount the safety chains at both ends Figu...

Page 61: ... a power cable must be mounted directly from the battery Figure 27 Machine power cable The cable is delivered from GreenTec with a 40 amp fuse mounted in a protective box just after the battery pole shoe see Figure 27 Figure 28 Connecting the power cable to the battery of the vehicle Pole Pole 40A fuse box ...

Page 62: ...aught that it accidentally hangs or is dragged along next to the vehicle thereby causing damage to the cable Figure 29 Electrical connection of machine The plug must be screwed onto a suitable bracket must be specially designed to the specific vehicle somewhere close to the 7 pole torch plug ...

Page 63: ...sition in the cabin see example in Figure 30 In particular consider the driver s field of view comfort and ergonomics when operating see Operator workspaces and ergonomic considerations f All wires and cables must be fastened so that they do not pose any risk in relation to the driver s movements in the cabin Figure 30 Placement of remote control and joystick ...

Page 64: ...ly stable on all 4 wheels b Are the 4 point mounting system and lift arms stable 4 If the vehicle and the boom mower are stable the first tool can be mounted see sections Adjusting the boom mower to working position and operation r as well as Fejl Henvisningskilde ikke fundet 5 After that repeat points 2 3 If the driver assesses that the boom mower and the vehicle are not stable all connected join...

Page 65: ...separated from the tractor If there is a risk that the arm could hit the vehicle s rear fender or rear wheel a larger block must be installed The block is ordered through thedealer Figure 31 Backstop flat 0 degrees triangle 5 degrees or triangle 10 degrees The block is replaced by demounting 2 bolts The smallest possible angle is then remounted using the same bolts 0o 10o 5o ...

Page 66: ...nd 8 Figure 33 Pressure relief valves on Scorpion 6 and 8 The location of the 2 pressure relief valves The right one is the one that is set to the highest and therefore the one that opens when the arm is more than halfway out Light in all sensors The location of the 2 pressure relief valves The upper one is the one that is set to the highest and therefore the one that opens when the arm is more th...

Page 67: ...ar right see the following Figure 32 Pressure relief valves on Scorpion 4 Figure 33 Pressure relief valves on Scorpion 6 and 8 Boom mower partially or completely pulled up towards the vehicle base of the mower When at least one sensor is activated the diode light in the sensor is off the arm is approx halfway turned towards the vehicle In this area the hydraulic system runs at the lowest permissib...

Page 68: ...ang in full stretch approx 70 90 cm above the ground 2 adult persons should be able to push the tool to make it move a few centimetres backwards The tool must move when you push but you must push very hard How to perform the push test The power supply to the machine must be active Do not start the hydraulic pump The hydraulic pump is only needed to move the tool into position for the test The tool...

Page 69: ...ded 90o Forward Normal working position for hedge cutting Can be used for cutting grass Break back works 100 while driving forward and 100 when driving in reverse gear As long as there is movement in the rotating head 45o Forward Practical working position for cutting grass in narrow places such as forest trails and forest roads Extra care must be taken when operating in this position risk of impa...

Page 70: ...check the following before starting up work The operator of the machine must have read and understood Safety section Make sure you have completed the procedures and tests from the following sections Instructions for delivery and first use of machine k Instructions for installation connecting and disconnecting j Check the machine for oil leaks and damaged hoses Check that bolts and nuts are tighten...

Page 71: ...est job therefore always follow the directions in the instruction manual for that specific tool In the following it is briefly described how to generally handle the boom mower Specific application procedures and handling procedures of the specific tools are described in the tool s manual Common to all tools they must be mounted on the arm connected folded into transport position and then unfolded ...

Page 72: ...so ensure that there are no people or animals in the mower s working area 5 Start the PTO shaft while the vehicle is idling The arm must never be closer than 30 cm from the cabin The operator must pay close attention to the movements of the arm and that it can hit the cabin 6 Now the arm can be stretched out and moved towards the tool Use the joystick and control panel to control the movements 7 I...

Page 73: ... couplings see the section Fejl Henvisningskilde ikke fundet Always remember to lock the quick release couplings by turning the pull ring To avoid accidental disconnection when a branch sweeps over the quick release coupling Demounting attachment tools Demounting tools from the boom mower is done in reverse order of the mounting procedure see the section Fejl Henvisningskilde ikke fundet The tool ...

Page 74: ...al Mechanical quick hitch for tools Retrofitting is possible See section Mounting quick hitch Along with the quick hitch we also recommend mounting hydraulic quick release couplings K50 or K80 coupling for 4 point mounting system Retrofitting is possible The standard version of the 4 point top attachment can always be replaced for the 4 point mounting system with the K50 or K80 top attachment Coun...

Page 75: ...le part of the quick hitch is mounted on the tool adapter Fit the 4 bolts washers and lock nuts The nuts are cross tightened M16 bolts are tightened to 240 Nm Scorpion 6 8 M14 bolts are tightened to 150 Nm Scorpion 4 Remember to re tighten after the first 8 10 operating hours as paint residue etc may have disappeared resulting in loose bolts Along with the quick hitch we also recommend mounting hy...

Page 76: ...pion 4 and Scorpion 6 8 2 The counterweights are hung in the chassis frame and fastened with a through bolt see Figure 39 3 Mount the guarding that is fastened with 4 bolts Figure 39 Weight blocks 4 bolts for the guarding Schutzabschirmung The weights are hung on the frame and secured with a through bolt in the middle Scorpion 4 Scorpion 6 8 Scorpion 6 8 Scorpion 4 4 bolts for the guarding Schutza...

Page 77: ...ouplings normal used in the agricultural sector Easy maintenance and cleaning Higher flow The quick release couplings must only be installed by professionals who have the knowledge and understanding of hydraulic systems and how to avoid environmental pollution leaks and contamination of the closed hydraulic system Figure 41 Set of quick release couplings with washers Figure 40 Quick couplings Stat...

Page 78: ...re connected to the vehicle s hydraulic outlet this means that the blower is operated on off through the vehicle s hydraulic system The leaf blower s mouth piece is integrated into the boom mower s truck lift hole see Figure 42 The mouthpiece can be adjusted so that the air is blown onto the road surface in the most expedient manner Figure 42 Mounting leaf blower For specific mounting instructions...

Page 79: ...Plus with mounted pivot joint and flail mower In addition to the extra equipment that may limit your options in terms of positioning the tool during transport the design of the tractor can also affect your transport position options It is important that the operator carefully tries different options It is important that cylinder 3 and cylinder 4 are fully inter connected see Fejl Henvisningskilde ...

Page 80: ... the rotor cylinder for tilting the tool The inner top valve always blocks cylinder 1 for rotating the arm The inner bottom valve blocks cylinder 2 for lifting and down Turn off the PTO on your vehicle and then turn off the Control Panel by pressing the diode is turned off to indicate that operation mode is off Initial start up and driving with the tools Procedure for getting the boom mower in wor...

Page 81: ...way Remember to ensure freedom of movement around the vehicle and the tool in all directions before you begin Tool start up procedure 1 With the tool running and with a low number of revolutions on the PTO shaft the joystick is pulled back to lift the tool The tool does NOT move because the priority valve gives priority to the tool This means that the tool absorbs all the hydraulic oil supplied by...

Page 82: ...s The light in the diode is turned off to indicate that the tool has stopped Most tools have heavy rotors or blades so the tool will often rotate for up to 30 seconds after the hydraulic shutdown NEVER GO NEAR THE TOOLS WITHOUT MAKING SURE THAT THE ROTATING PARTS HAVE STOPPED COMPLETELY ...

Page 83: ... environment due to hydraulic oil leakage Damage and failure of the machine tool carrier or towing vehicle That all compensation claims are ceased Safe Maintenance and Adjustment Instructions s To avoid accidents during maintenance and adjustments the followings rules must always be followed All work on the machine must only be done when it is brought to a standstill the carrier is turned off the ...

Page 84: ...Table 6 Half yearly inspection preventive maintenance Table 5 Daily inspection of the entire machine before start up After the first 3 5 hours After that daily General assessment Intact guardings Cracks in frame Loose parts or missing bolts Dents and bent parts Inspect hydraulics for leaks from engine fittings and hoses Check hydraulic hoses and sleeves for proper ducting wear marks and displaced ...

Page 85: ...inspections After the first 50 operating hours After that every 500 operating hour or once a year Hydraulics Filter change Pressure filter Return filter it is recommended to change the vent hood on the return filter housing after every 500 operating hours Gearbox oil must be changed ...

Page 86: ...ct undamaged and mounted with 2 chains to prevent rotation Lubricate the PTO shaft daily See the small instruction manual enclosed with the PTO shaft Or go to https binacchi it catalogo_binacchi2014 pdf Figure 44 Lubrication instruction from the PTO instruction manual If you are using a PTO from another manufacturer follow their instructions carefully Remember to lubricate all parts when mounting ...

Page 87: ...t for adequate biodegradation will not be met Therefore it is advisable not to change to biodegradable oil if the machine is born with normal hydraulic oil It is a very extensive operation to drain and flush the entire hydraulic system See www epc shell com for safety data sheet Pay particular attention to item 8 Protective equipment Durability The oil is very durable Its life is shortened when ex...

Page 88: ...the hoses is limited to the replacement of hoses due to defective materials or manufacture The warranty does not apply to Hoses damaged due to wear and tear If they have received a cut or have been jammed crushed during work Damage to threads due to overtightening Filters There are 2 different filters on the Scorpion models On the various Scorpion models the filters and the filter elements are sim...

Page 89: ...round the filters 2 Prepare a waste tray for the contaminated filter 3 Detach the filters by screwing the lid off the return filter or by unscrewing the filter housing from the pressure filter 4 Clean the area replace and lubricate all affected O rings with hydraulic oil 5 Mount the new filter element and screw on the filter housing or lid Do not over tighten the O rings ensure tightness 6 Start t...

Page 90: ...this is to emphasize that lubrication should be done daily or after 8 hours of work GreenTec recommends that you ALWAYS lubricate after work in the evening The most heavily loaded lubrication spots are still hot and any moisture and dirt should be squeezed out immediately Now the machine is ready for the next day s work ...

Page 91: ... to the correct level Oil type incorrect The tank is emptied and filled again with the correct oil type PTO speed too fast rev min Check that the tractor s PTO speed corresponds to the tool Machine overloaded Reduce driving speed or increase the cutting height Ambient temperature too high Install an oil cooler and or reduce working speed Break back is activated too often Machine overloaded Reduce ...

Page 92: ...tored under roof or covered up Worn flails Replace worn flails Electrical switches are failing Rotor speed direction Check tractor speed is the rotor turning the right way Driving speed too high Drive slower Bad cutting performance Rotor bearings failing The growth conditions Locate suitable conditions If possible change to a different flail type Rotor out of balance Check rotor vibrations Wire st...

Page 93: ...ell as irregularities and bumps on the ground as sudden changes in pressure are recirculated to the pump and may result in malfunctions Avoid hitting an object with the rotor for example the gutter as it will induce pressure changes Never transport the machine with the PTO Never choose too high a PTO speed Never work above the recommended PTO speed this will result in overheating REMEMBER that war...

Page 94: ... vehicle quickly The condition of suction hose and pump fittings is checked regularly and tightened The rotor must never be started and stopped at max speed Avoid sudden movements with the arm as well as irregularities and bumps on the ground as sudden changes in pressure are recirculated to the pump and may result in malfunctions Avoid hitting an object with the rotor for example rocks as it will...

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