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ORBITAL 

 

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Training  

 

It is the responsibility of the Spearhead dealer to provide instruction on the 
safe installation, operation and maintenance of the machine in the first 
instance.  Further training is available from Spearhead Machinery Ltd on 
request, at cost. 

 

Tractor Requirements 

 

  Check your Tractor size and minimum weight on the Specification table 

  Before hitching, ensure position control is selected.  Do not attempt to 

hitch in draft control. 

  Set wheel width as wide as possible. 

  Ballast weight is to be fitted within tract

or manufacturer’s recommended 

requirements 

  Check chains and stabilisers must be in good working order to hold the 

machine firmly. Do not operate without checking chains and stabilisers 
are tight. 

 

Spearhead particularly recommend ‘turn buckle’ type stabiliser.  

  Set linkage lift rods to an equal length  

  Certain machines require a 12V fused electric supply that is controlled 

by the tractor’s ignition key. 

  Spearhead particularly recommend three point linkage of ball end type, 

we do not advise the use of claw type hitching.  The quick release 
latches should be checked, if worn or insecure they may cause 
accidental damage or personal injury if the machine becomes 
detached.  

  Ensure tractor link arms can be isolated from accidental lifting. 

 

 

Lighting Kits

 

 

For additional safety, rear mounted lighting kits are already fitted as standard. 
For  more  detailed  information,  contact  the  Department  of  Transport  or  your 
local Highways Authority. 

 

Pallet Fork Lifting Points

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for ORBITAL S63

Page 1: ...ORBITAL 0 ORBITAL S63 S67 T75 T80 Edition 1 6 December 2020 Part No 8999018...

Page 2: ...ce Department on 01789 491867 Registration Verification Dealer Name Dealer Address Customer Name Date of Warranty Registration Dealer Signature NOTE TO CUSTOMER OWNER Please ensure that the above sect...

Page 3: ...DED SEALS BSP Setting Metric BSP Setting Metric 1 4 18 Nm 19 mm 1 4 34 Nm 19 mm 3 8 31 Nm 22 mm 3 8 47 Nm 22 mm 1 2 49 Nm 27 mm 1 2 102 Nm 27 mm 5 8 60 Nm 30 mm 5 8 122 Nm 30 mm 3 4 80 Nm 32 mm 3 4 14...

Page 4: ...g your Machine Attaching your Machine to the Tractor Using 3 Point Linkage 13 Attaching your Machine to the Tractor Using Axle Mounting 17 Running up your Machine 23 Removing from the Tractor 24 Multi...

Page 5: ...enance Daily Grease Points 44 Torque Settings 45 Hydraulic Hoses 46 Oil Supply 47 Filtration Maintenance 47 Pin Bushes 48 Storage 48 Regular Service Chart 49 Diagnostics Pump Motor Failure Prevention...

Page 6: ...d reduce tyre wear The term Left and Right hand applies to the machine when coupled to the tractor and viewed from the rear this also applies to the tractor Important Note The information contained in...

Page 7: ...eight of head Kg 300 300 300 300 Tractor horse power 120 130 140 150 Min tractor weight Kg 4500 4750 5000 6000 Oil tank capacity ltr 230 230 230 230 Reach A m 6 2 6 9 7 5 8 4 Reach B m 5 7 6 4 7 0 7 9...

Page 8: ...s are properly fitted and there are no damaged or loose parts Particular attention should be given to the flails to ensure they are not damaged cracked or missing Inspect work area for wire steel post...

Page 9: ...are damaged or missing Never allow an inexperienced person to operate the machine without supervision Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it doesn t meet the manufacturer s specification Neve...

Page 10: ...ty can flashover when machinery gets close to it WARNING All operators must read the following information and be aware of the risks and dangers involved when working in the vicinity of Overhead Power...

Page 11: ...If doubt exists do not work in the area never risk the safety of yourself or others Emergency Action for Accidents Involving Electricity Never touch an overhead line even if it has been brought down b...

Page 12: ...ort for more information Roadwork Guidelines On two way roads one set of signs should face the traffic in each direction Work should be within 1 mile of the signs Work only when visibility is good and...

Page 13: ...machine firmly Do not operate without checking chains and stabilisers are tight Spearhead particularly recommend turn buckle type stabiliser Set linkage lift rods to an equal length Certain machines...

Page 14: ...ks 2 Fit stabiliser bracket into top link clevis and fit top link The standard link comes with a Cat III hole plus a Cat III to Cat II reducing bush a 28mm bracket is available on request 3 Fit stabil...

Page 15: ...e 5 Adjust the top link so that the machine sits vertically 6 Fit locking pins to stabiliser tubes then the linkage can be lowered so that the weight of the machine is taken by the stabilisers It is e...

Page 16: ...pplied with every machine if additional brackets are required contact your local dealer A 12v 30Amp power supply will be required 8 Ensure the engine is switched off and then fit the P T O shaft If fi...

Page 17: ...flail head in any operating position Mesh can be retained by springs and clips supplied but it is the operators responsibility to ensure guarding is firmly in place Warning Avoid raising the tractor...

Page 18: ...rhead Service Department Failure to follow the correct procedure To attach unattached the machine could result in personal injury or machine damage Any resulting damage to a machine is not covered by...

Page 19: ...guide set same as original Attach tractor lift links to frame with suitable pins 4 Assemble sub frame to suit axle width 1m or 1 1m mount sub frame assembly to your machine using bottom pin holes 3 F...

Page 20: ...catch locking pin 9 Reverse tractor and attach lower link arms by inserting lower linkage pins into the bottom set of holes 10 Spearhead strongly recommend mounting the control unit to the seat in pl...

Page 21: ...o not fit locking pins 13 Fit top link to machine and the tractor 14 Lift the machine up on the tractor s hydraulics until both PTO stub shafts are approximately in line PTO angle may vary between tra...

Page 22: ...wer the tractor hydraulics allowing all the weight of the machine to be carried by the stabiliser bars use a pry bar to twist tube if necessary 16 Fit the PTO shaft connecting the tractor output shaft...

Page 23: ...the main frame is vertical 20 Warning fully tighten chains and linkage stabilisers to hold the machine rigid There must be no sideways movement it is very dangerous 21 Remove parking stands and store...

Page 24: ...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...

Page 25: ...e any hydraulic pressure is released from the wheel undercarriage before disconnecting the hoses 8 Stop engine ensure all weight is off the tractor and machine hydraulics by operating the levers in al...

Page 26: ...ead Out RH Head In Head Crowd LH Head In RH Head Out Slew LH Slew In RH Slew Out Slew LH Slew Out RH Slew In Tele LH Tele Out RH Tele In Tele LH Tele In RH Tele Out Head Float On Dipper LH Dipper Out...

Page 27: ...to a complete stop before an alternate direction is selected switching directly from one direction directly to the other will result in the system locking and could lead to premature failure Tractor E...

Page 28: ...ult in severe damage i e greatly increased oil temperature risk of rotor going out of balance as well as reduced machine life and could cause expensive repairs Failure to start and stop the rotor at a...

Page 29: ...ravel with the reach arm away from bump stop on the main arm failure to adhere to this warning will cause damage to ram seals and arms 1 Disengage head motor drive Ensure that the lift and head float...

Page 30: ...um of 300mm 4 Fit slew locking pin Warning Do NOT attempt to slew machine until pin has been removed 5 Fit the transport link between the lift frame and slew post 6 Raise the support wheels whilst dri...

Page 31: ...rds slowly increase engine revs to obtain correct PTO speed 540rpm Never attempt to start rotor while under load Disengage Head Drive Slowly decrease engine revolutions to a fast idle Move rotor contr...

Page 32: ...red while travelling forward The break back will operate if the machine is overloaded i e a dense patch of vegetation too high a forward speed and when working uphill The tractor must be halted and th...

Page 33: ...f the hydraulic oil and components in hot and arduous conditions It is important to connect the power lead to the control box directly to the tractor battery It is essential to keep the radiator clear...

Page 34: ...nting point for the head if head float is to be used properly Operating the Head Float Place flail head on the ground and switch on head float control on the joystick this opens the head ram to tank a...

Page 35: ...cause scalping in places and increase flail wear and damage We strongly recommend the use of auto reset break back When the head is pushed further out more weight will be applied to the accumulator c...

Page 36: ...ow connection i e filler plug Avoid quick release couplings Operating the Debris Blower The fan is suitable for clearing cuttings off the highway we recommend the Blower is used on final cut only and...

Page 37: ...Telescopic function on a Standard arm machine The control of the rear roller is either raised or lowered there is no in between height control Height is set as above for either hedge or grass cutting...

Page 38: ...until the angle becomes more normal The middle position of the green switch will allow angle float without autopilot Autopilot will only operate when the cutting head rear roller is in contact with t...

Page 39: ...ary bend the lever arm towards the cam to ensure the switch makes a circuit 6 Remove the locking pin from the Autopilot and raise the main arm and rear roller off the ground 0 5 m now check the opposi...

Page 40: ...nce to the cam position Autopilot When both switches are open the main arm will hold position this is neutral or mid position when they rest in the valley between both cam peaks Slacken this bolt befo...

Page 41: ...ing length is 200mm Bend lever arm of switch to align with the middle of each cam ensure they don t overlap onto the adjacent cam Move the cams apart to increase amount of weight carried on the rear r...

Page 42: ...mporarily lift with the main ram using hydraulic joystick and temporarily de activating Autopilot If you approach larger areas not to be mown i e road junction bridges and crash barriers it will be ne...

Page 43: ...g the Telescopic Arm Use the joystick buttons to adjust the length of the extending telescopic dipper arm to suit working conditions and use dipper ram to vary reach as required Over frequent use of t...

Page 44: ...he lift function will be limited all other functions will continue to function The max height setting can be adjusted via the bolt on the adjuster bracket Care must be taken when choosing a setting to...

Page 45: ...ORBITAL 44 Service and Maintenance Daily grease points TWIGA machine Optional Autopilot...

Page 46: ...e clean the input drive shaft sliding surfaces and re grease failure to do this will result in serious damage to the gearbox Grease both U J joints every 8 hours Oil Requirements Fill the tank to cent...

Page 47: ...y high pressure when replacing hoses use only genuine hoses a burst hose could be very dangerous When replacing hoses to avoid twisting fitting use two spanners to slacken and tighten Warning Hose is...

Page 48: ...aintenance and is your responsibility to maintain a long reliable working life When tightening fittings always use two spanners when necessary and do not over tighten If a fitting leaks it will need t...

Page 49: ...he paintwork Use steam cleaners with caution be sure to remove all detergents to avoid any discolouring or damage to paint Grease all grease points until fresh grease shows It is important where possi...

Page 50: ...ty will not be considered if fault is due to misuse Never cause severe sudden movements to arms Pressure will peak and will transmit back to pump resulting in failure Service Hours Service points Grea...

Page 51: ...tion Flails broken or missing Replace flails Bearings worn or damaged Replace bearings Rotor bend Re balance replace rotor Build up of debris Remove debris Incorrect speed Check rotor R P M Oil tank o...

Page 52: ...ng Check spool is free moving Broken spring in spool valve Check spring Failed ram seals Repair ram Electrically operated valve not responding Faulty wiring Check wiring and switches Dirt in valve Che...

Page 53: ...ORBITAL 52 Spearhead Machinery Ltd Green View Salford Priors Evesham Worcestershire WR11 8SW Tel 01789 491860 Fax 01789 778683 www spearheadmachinery com enquiries spearheadmachinery com...

Page 54: ...e WR11 8SW Tel 01789 491860 Fax 01789 778683 www spearheadmachinery com enquiries spearheadmachinery com Spearhead Machinery Ltd Station Road Salford Priors Evesham Worcestershire WR11 8SW Tel 01789 4...

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