Alpego TL31 User manual

Code : Q00A00054/8 Use and
maintenance manual
Translation of
original instructions
Read these instructions carefully before first use.
SIDE FLAIL MOWER MODELS:
TRILAT TL31
TRILAT TL33
TRILAT TL50

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Summary
SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
1 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Guide to consultation ................................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 Testing ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 General .................................................................................................................................................... 10
1.4 Personnel qualifications and tasks .......................................................................................................... 13
1.5 Warranty conditions ................................................................................................................................. 14
1.6 Updating the manual................................................................................................................................ 16
1.7 Cooperation with the user........................................................................................................................ 16
1.8 Documents that come with the machine.................................................................................................. 16
2 MANUFACTURER AND MACHINE DATA ............................................................................................. 17
2.1 Manufacturer and machine identification data......................................................................................... 17
2.2 Machine description................................................................................................................................. 21
2.3 Sound level .............................................................................................................................................. 22
2.4 Technical characteristics of the machine ................................................................................................. 22
2.6 Machine dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 27
2.7 Cardan joint identification ........................................................................................................................ 28
3 LEGAL REFERENCES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ................................................................................ 30
3.1 Applied directives and EC technical reference standards ....................................................................... 30
3.2 Applied directives and UKCA technical reference standards................................................................... 30
3.3 Risk analysis............................................................................................................................................ 30
3.4 Manufacturer’s liability ............................................................................................................................. 31
3.5 Charges borne by the customer .............................................................................................................. 31
4 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION ...................................................................................................... 32
4.1 Residual risks and personal protective equipment .................................................................................. 32
4.2 Ecology and pollution............................................................................................................................... 35
4.3 Safety and accident prevention rules....................................................................................................... 35
4.4 Safety devices ......................................................................................................................................... 42
5 TRANSPORT AND HANDLING.............................................................................................................. 47
5.1 General warnings..................................................................................................................................... 47
5.2 Machine reception ................................................................................................................................... 47
5.3 Machine lifting.......................................................................................................................................... 48
6 INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................... 49
6.1 Minimum flail mower characteristics ........................................................................................................ 49
6.2 Correct weight distribution ....................................................................................................................... 50
6.3 Connecting the tractor to the three-point hitch......................................................................................... 53
7 TRANSIT ON PUBLIC ROADS .............................................................................................................. 61

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7.1 Safety devices in transport ...................................................................................................................... 63
7.2 Machine in road transport position........................................................................................................... 65
8 OPERATING ZONES .............................................................................................................................. 66
8.1 Working area ........................................................................................................................................... 66
9 USE ......................................................................................................................................................... 67
9.1 General .................................................................................................................................................... 68
9.2 User operations ....................................................................................................................................... 70
9.3 Preliminary checks................................................................................................................................... 71
9.4 “NO STOP” safety device” ....................................................................................................................... 71
9.5 Hydraulic shock absorber ........................................................................................................................ 73
9.7 End of work.............................................................................................................................................. 76
10 ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 77
10.1 Working depth adjustment ....................................................................................................................... 77
11 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................................... 79
11.1 General .................................................................................................................................................... 79
11.2 General information on safety and specific risks ..................................................................................... 79
11.3 Routine maintenance............................................................................................................................... 80
11.4 Storage .................................................................................................................................................... 89
11.5 Reset for restart after storage.................................................................................................................. 90
12 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................ 91
12.1 Tips for the tractor driver.......................................................................................................................... 92
13 DISPOSAL .............................................................................................................................................. 93
13.1 Professional profile of the operator.......................................................................................................... 93
13.2 General information on safety and specific risks ..................................................................................... 93
13.3 Materials .................................................................................................................................................. 94
13.4 Sequence of operations to dismantle the machine and dispose of the materials it contains................... 94
14 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS.......................................................................................................... 95
14.1 How to order recommended spare parts ................................................................................................. 95
15 ACCESSORIES....................................................................................................................................... 96
15.1 Installing the large side shift TL33 .......................................................................................................... 96
15.2 Using the large side shift TL33 ............................................................................................................... 97

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Fig. 1 Reference axes.......................................................................................................................................... 9
Fig. 2 Marking data ............................................................................................................................................ 20
Fig. 3 Overview of machine parts ...................................................................................................................... 25
Fig. 4 Overview of machine parts ...................................................................................................................... 26
Fig. 5 Machine dimensions ................................................................................................................................ 27
Fig. 6 Cardan joint ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Fig. 7 Cardan shaft working angle ..................................................................................................................... 28
Fig. 8 Working speed rpm.................................................................................................................................. 29
Fig. 9 Prohibited stepping points ....................................................................................................................... 39
Fig. 10 Prohibited passing or parking points........................................................................................................ 40
Fig. 11 Permitted use with straps ........................................................................................................................ 41
Fig. 12 Mechanical safety devices....................................................................................................................... 42
Fig. 13 Safety warnings applied to the machine.................................................................................................. 46
Fig. 15 Incorrect weight distribution ..................................................................................................................... 50
Fig. 16 Correct weight distribution ....................................................................................................................... 50
Fig. 17 Counterweight calculation........................................................................................................................ 51
Fig. 18 Rear tractor connection procedure .......................................................................................................... 54
Fig. 19 Cardan shaft working angle ..................................................................................................................... 55
Fig. 20 Carefully clean and lubricate the cardan shaft coupling and the PTO shaft............................................ 56
Fig. 21 Cardan shaft fitted ................................................................................................................................... 57
Fig. 22 Cardan shaft - sliding tube cover ............................................................................................................. 58
Fig. 23 Cardan shaft - Cardan shaft reduction..................................................................................................... 59
Fig. 24 Transit on public roads.............................................................................................................................62
Fig. 25 TL31 - TL33 safety rod ............................................................................................................................ 63
Fig. 26 TL50 safety pins ...................................................................................................................................... 64
Fig. 27 Machine in road transport position........................................................................................................... 65
Fig. 28 Working area ........................................................................................................................................... 66
Fig. 29 Positioning support legs by working mode .............................................................................................. 67
Fig. 30 Correct working height............................................................................................................................. 68
Fig. 31 Correct use .............................................................................................................................................. 68
Fig. 32 Prohibited use.......................................................................................................................................... 69
Fig. 33 “NO STOP” safety device ........................................................................................................................ 72
Fig. 34 Hydraulic shock absorber ........................................................................................................................ 73
Fig. 35 Lateral displacement and tilting ............................................................................................................... 75
Fig. 36 Tilting the mulcher chamber.....................................................................................................................76
Fig. 37 Accessory roller working angle adjustment ............................................................................................. 77
Fig. 38 Accessory roller working angle adjustment ............................................................................................. 78
Fig. 39 Cardan support type ................................................................................................................................ 80
Fig. 40 Belt tension check.................................................................................................................................... 83
Fig. 41 Transmission belts tensioning..................................................................................................................84
⚠ The images in this manual are for illustrative purposes only and may not always accurately represent the
appearance of the product or its application.
List of figures

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Fig. 42 Installing the large side shift TL33 .......................................................................................................... 96
Fig. 43 Installing the large side shift TL33 .......................................................................................................... 97
Fig. 44 Using the large side shift TL33 ............................................................................................................... 98
Tab. 1 TL31 technical specifications.................................................................................................................. 22
Tab. 2 TL33 technical specifications.................................................................................................................. 23
Tab. 3 TL50 technical specifications.................................................................................................................. 23
Tab. 4 Displacement diagram............................................................................................................................ 24
Tab. 5 Description of machine parts .................................................................................................................. 25
Tab. 6 Description of machine parts .................................................................................................................. 26
Tab. 7 Machine dimensions............................................................................................................................... 27
Tab. 8 Cardan joint identification according to machine model ......................................................................... 29
Tab. 9 Personal protective equipment ............................................................................................................... 32
Tab. 10 Safety signs applied to the machine ...................................................................................................... 43
Tab. 11 Minimum flail mower characteristics ....................................................................................................... 49
Tab. 12 Counterweight legend............................................................................................................................. 51
Tab. 13 Funciont hydraulic shock absorber......................................................................................................... 74
Tab. 14 Routine maintenance schedule ............................................................................................................. 81
Tab. 16 Routine maintenance time table ............................................................................................................. 86
Tab. 17 Routine maintenance execution table..................................................................................................... 86
Tab. 18 Table of OIL to be used (L.=litres)........................................................................................................... 88
Tab. 19 Table of OIL for use in special conditions ............................................................................................... 88
Tab. 20 Table of GREASE to be used ................................................................................................................. 88
Tab. 21 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 91
Tab. 22 Tips for the tractor driver......................................................................................................................... 92
List of tables

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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for choosing Alpego, you have purchased a top quality product that is guaranteed by
a decade of experience.
Before leaving the factory, each machine is accurately inspected to guarantee that it is in perfect
condition.
Should you however, find any faults in the material, kindly contact your retailer immediately.
Please do not hesitate to contact us should you need further information or assistance, our aim
is to constantly improve the product, keeping it at top level.
1.1 Guide to consultation
All the safety regulations indicated are important and as such must be strictly observed.
• The unauthorised tampering/replacement of one or more parts of the machine, the use of accessories,
tools and consumables other than those recommended by the manufacturer may represent a risk of
injury and release the manufacturer from civil and criminal liability.
• Any arbitrary change made to the machine, failure to comply with scheduled maintenance and any
other misuse, relieve the manufacturer from all civil and criminal liability for any resulting damage.
• Any changes must be requested directly from ALPEGO, specifying all machine data and the reasons;
in case of approval, the changes must only be carried out by personnel authorised by ALPEGO and
consistent with its specific instructions.
• For each operation to be performed on the machine, please refer to the qualification levels described
in the manual to identify the personnel qualified to carry it out.
• The warranty only covers design, assembly and painting defects and exclusively in the case of use of
the product in accordance with the instructions provided in this instruction manual;
• The Seller is not liable for components supplied by third parties and installed on its machines.
• For what is not expressly foreseen therein, please refer to the general sales conditions.

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ALPEGO usually considers the machine seen from behind with respect to the running direction; this is in
order to identify the details and the correct assembly positions that must be respected for the pieces with
the indication “right or left” in the description. (E.g.: right or left cardan, right or left blade, etc.).
TOP
REAR
RIGHT
LEFT
RUNNING
DIRECTION
Fig. 1 Reference axes
1.2 Testing
Given that:
• The machine was built under the close surveillance of qualified personnel; tried and tested with the
aim of eliminating any possible “negligence” during construction.
• Testing was carried out by simulating normal operating cycles and situations of the machine.
• The machine was designed and created taking into account the safety regulations in force.
DURING TESTING NOTHING WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE.

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1.3 General
The manufacturer of the machine is ALPEGO S.p.a., who has assessed the risks relating to the machine
and carried out the CE marking and drafted the user manual for the machine.
These operating instructions contain information on safety, installation, operation, maintenance and
troubleshooting so that the machine can be used as intended by the manufacturer.
The instructions are an essential safety requirement and as such are an integral part of the machine
and must accompany it throughout its life cycle; it is therefore essential to keep them and make them
available to all persons concerned.
In this document the term “manufacturer” clearly refers to the company ALPEGO S.p.a.
🔎 ALPEGO S.p.a., reserves the right, at any time, to make any modification to the machine in order
to improve it.
🔎 The intended use and configuration of the machine are the only ones permitted by the
manufacturer. Do not attempt to use the machine contrary to the instructions given.
The instructions in this manual do not replace but summarise the obligations to comply with
current legislation on safety and accident prevention.
Some of the accessories described in the manual may not be present on your machine, depending on the
equipment chosen and the market for which the machine is intended.
• Copyrights
The copyright for this operating and maintenance manual remains with ALPEGO S.p.A. These
instructions are intended for installation, operating and monitoring personnel. They contain technical
standards and drawings, which may not be reproduced in whole or in part, disseminated or used without
permission for competitive purposes or communicated to third parties.
• Use and storage of the manual
🔎 This manual is an integral part of the machine and provides the personnel in charge of operation
and maintenance with information for the correct use of the machine. It must accompany the
machine until its complete demolition.
• Before carrying out any work on the packaging and the machine, and before putting it into operation,
operators and qualified technicians must carefully read the instructions contained in this manual and
in the annexes and carefully follow the instructions.
• In the event of any doubts as to the correct interpretation of the information given in the documentation,
please contact ALPEGO S.p.a. for the necessary clarification.
• The manual is divided into chapters, paragraphs and subparagraphs, so the table of contents page
provides an easy way to find any aspect of interest. The material in this document is provided for
information purposes only and is subject to change without notice.
• Keep this manual and all accompanying documentation in good condition, legible and complete in
all their parts; it is forbidden to remove, rewrite or otherwise modify the pages of the manual
and their contents. Keep the documentation in the vicinity of the machine, in a place accessible and
known to all operators.