AVANT 1200, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Collecting Lawn Mower 1200 2016 2 3 Operator s Manual for Attachment Collecting Lawn Mower 1200 Product number Collecting Lawn Mower 1200 A35973 English www avanttecno com ...

Page 2: ...sport position 16 6 3 Using the mower 16 6 4 Operating on inclined terrain 18 6 5 OptiFloat 18 6 5 1 Safety valve 19 6 6 Adjusting the cutting height 19 6 7 Handling of the clippings 20 6 8 Emptying the collector box 21 6 9 Removing a blockage 22 6 10 Collector unit 22 7 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE 23 7 1 Checking hydraulic components 23 7 2 Cleaning and lubricating the mower 24 7 3 Sharpening and rep...

Page 3: ...nal word is used when minor injury could result if the instructions are not followed properly This signal word indicates information about the correct operation and maintenance of the equipment Failure to observe the instructions accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment breakdown or other property damage With these instructions even an inexperienced user can use the attachment and loader safe...

Page 4: ...wn wheels For mowing long hay we recommend the AVANT Flail Mowers 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 professional maintenance All maintenance work must be done using proper safety equipmen...

Page 5: ...ep the centre of gravity low and keep the telescopic boom retracted during driving Never leave the driver s seat when the mower is running or if the auxiliary hydraulics control lever is locked on The blades move for a short period after the hydraulic supply has been shut off Wait until the blades have stopped completely before going near the machine Always keep a safety distance of at least two m...

Page 6: ...o the driver s area loose rocks and slippery surfaces Make sure to use only an attachment that is in good condition Do not modify the attachment in any way that could affect its safety Use the attachment only for its intended purpose Other use may create unnecessary safety risks and the equipment may get damaged Make sure that the loader is equipped with necessary safety components and that they a...

Page 7: ...rom the moving linkage Remember to wear proper protective clothing The noise level at the driver s seat may exceed 85 dB A Wear hearing protection while working with the loader Wear protective gloves Wear safety boots whenever working with the loader Wear safety glasses when handling hydraulic components Safe stopping of the attachment before going near the attachment WARNING Always stop the attac...

Page 8: ...a 200 bar 33 l min Compatible Avant loaders See Table 1 Choose a mower that is compatible with the loader Do not exceed the maximum input of hydraulic energy or the operating pressure 4 1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings which must be visible on the equipment Replace the warning labels if they have become unclear or if they have detached ...

Page 9: ...g hazard Do not go under a raised attachment stay away from raised equipment 3 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 4 A46802 Beware of sharp blades never reach to the rotating components and do not use the equipment without all covers in place 5 A4203231 Attachment identification plate ...

Page 10: ...ame with quick coupling brackets 2 Multiconnector holder 3 Collector box hatch 4 Collector box locking screw unlock for maintenance 5 Collector nozzle 6 Collector tubes 7 Collector fan 8 Collector fan shut off valve 9 Protective cover 10 Support wheels adjustable 4 pcs ...

Page 11: ...t that has not been locked Avant quick coupling system 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 Ensure that the hydraulic hoses and the electric h...

Page 12: ...ecure the locking manually 5 1 Connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system If you have an Avant 300 700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers and wish to change to the multi connector system contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services WARNING Never connect ...

Page 13: ...nector 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 before unlocking the quick attach plate to prevent hose damage and any oil spills Re...

Page 14: ...nning and stay back if other person operates the controls of the loader WARNING Thrown objects impact hazard Always keep a safety distance of at least to other persons Note that the mower may throw stones gravel or other objects found in the area at high speed Do not allow others to get near a running mower Whenever possible avoid mowing on areas with loose objects WARNING Avoid overturning of the...

Page 15: ...not allow children to operate the equipment Never operate the loader or attachments while under the influence of alcohol drugs medication that may impair judgement or cause drowsiness or if not otherwise medically fit to operate the equipment Remember correct working methods and avoid leaving the driver s seat unnecessarily Before each use check the operation of the mower and ensure that the blade...

Page 16: ...ts locking position or use electric buttons on joystick if equipped to operate the mower Stop by releasing the lever to neutral position Release the lever to its neutral position whenever not mowing The mower will only rotate to intended running direction Reverse direction of the auxiliary hydraulics control has no effect WARNING Careless operation can injure you or bystanders Keep the loader unde...

Page 17: ...wer performance Keep the blades in good condition and keep the mower clean Sharp blades will increase efficiency and improve the quality of cut Avoid cutting too much at one pass Generally no more than one third of the length of the grass should be cut at once Tall grass may require incremental cutting with gradually lower cutting height Mowing in reverse direction is not recommended as the loader...

Page 18: ... down the slope Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The loader could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff ditch or if an edge caves in 6 5 OptiFloat The attachment is equipped with a mechanical floating system which enables efficient operation on uneven terrains Floating refers to a linkage that allows the attachment to follow the contours of the ground surface wi...

Page 19: ... even when the auxiliary hydraulic control lever of the loader is locked on Check the operation of the safety valve regularly Tilt the quick coupling plate up bucket fill direction to activate the valve the motor must stop once the linkage is fully tilted Never operate the attachment if the valve is faulty contact service if needed 6 6 Adjusting the cutting height The cutting height can be adjuste...

Page 20: ...the shredded clippings on the ground when the lawn is mown often enough The mulching mode works the best with dry grass and when not too much grass is cut at once The quick setting for the mulching mode is practical for occasional use when the collector is not needed To set the mower to mulching mode turn the control lever completely to the off position If the collector is switched off the mower w...

Page 21: ...re often packed into a compact package during mowing and the box is easy to empty in dry conditions If any clippings are left in the mower lower the mower shut down the loader engine and manually remove any clippings left in the collector box Do not drive the loader with the door open or shake the mower rapidly WARNING Avoid crushing by moving mower Do not reach into the collector box of a raised ...

Page 22: ...ly high and drive speed low on demanding conditions are essential to avoid blockages Keep the equipment clean so that material will not stick on it Wet thick and log grass can get coiled around the blades if drive speed is too high When mowing high or wet hay more than one run may be needed for even results Also adjusting the cutting height to higher setting or operating at lifted operating positi...

Page 23: ...ng 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 pressure before maintenance Never handle hydraulic components when the hydraulic system is pressurised since a fitting may break or become loose and the released oil may cause serious ...

Page 24: ...n the linkage joints 7 3 Sharpening and replacing the cutting blades The blades wear down during normal use and the condition of the blades should be checked after every few uses If the mowing deck is clean signs that point to dull or damaged blades include the following Decreased quality of cut resulting in uneven cutting torn grass or yellowish grass after mowing Decreased performance increased ...

Page 25: ...be replaced with new ones when they show signs of deformation 1 Two shear shear bolts regular grade 8 8 M6x25 screws secured with nyloc locking nuts 2 Centre bolt with locking washer When fitting the blades back to the mower a lock washer must be fitted under each bolt If the blades have large notches or cracks or have worn down excessively they must be replaced Always use good protective gloves w...

Page 26: ... 1 Remove the hand operated nut from rear side of the collector box Make sure the collector is emptied beforehand 2 Unfasten the upper collector tube from the collector box 3 Tilt the collector box forward in controlled manner 1 To access the belt unfasten the 5 screws holding the cover in place 2 Lift the cover away ...

Page 27: ... worn or material has come off the belt must be replaced If necessary the belt is adjusted by moving the belt pulley 1 Loosen the four bolts holding the pulley base at the other end of the belt 2 Tighten bolts 2 until the belt is correctly tightened 3 Tighten the four retaining bolts Recheck the belt tightness 4 Refit the protective cover Check the synchronization of the blades after tightening th...

Page 28: ...he attachment it manufactures The warranty covers repair costs as follows Work costs are covered if the repair is not performed at the factory The factory replaces any defective components or consumables The factory may 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 consu...

Page 29: ...r er anvendt 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 Wir erklären hiermit dass die nachstehend aufgeführte Maschine konform ist mit den Bestimmungen der EG Maschinenrichtlinie EG Richtlinie 2006 42 EG mit Änderungen Die folgende harmonisiert...

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