Avantco A35676 User manual

Cutter Bar Mower 2014 1
Avant Tecno Oy 2014 Copyright all rights reserved
Please read this manual carefully before using the equipment, and follow all
instructions.
Keep this manual for later reference .
Cutter Bar Mower
Product number: for 300-700 series Avant loaders: A35676
for 200 series Avant loaders: A35790
Operator’s Manual for Attachment

Cutter Bar Mower 2014 1
Avant Tecno Oy 2014 Copyright all rights reserved

Cutter Bar Mower 2014 1
Avant Tecno Oy 2014 Copyright all rights reserved
CONTENTS
1. Foreword.............................................................................................................................................4
2. Designed purpose of use ......................................................................................................................5
3. Safety instructions for using the mower ................................................................................................6
4. Technical specifications.........................................................................................................................8
4.1. Safety labels and main components...................................................................................................9
5. Assembly of the Cutter bar mower ....................................................................................................10
5.1. Coupling the attachment to the loader ...........................................................................................10
5.2. Connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic fittings ........................................................................11
5.3. Electrical connection, electric blade bar control (optional equipment) ............................................13
5.4. Uncoupling the attachment and storage..........................................................................................13
6. Instructions for use.............................................................................................................................14
6.1. Checks before use..........................................................................................................................15
6.2. Operating the mower.....................................................................................................................15
6.3. Blade bar spring release system......................................................................................................16
6.4. Long hay mowing kit (optional equipment).....................................................................................17
7. Maintenance and servicing ..................................................................................................................18
7.1. Inspecting hydraulic components....................................................................................................18
7.2. Cleaning and lubrication .................................................................................................................19
7.3. Mower blades ................................................................................................................................19
7.4. Hydraulic motor settings ................................................................................................................19
8. Warranty terms..................................................................................................................................20
EC Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................................................21
Appendix: EC Declaration of Conformity

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1. Foreword
Avant Tecno Oy would like to thank you for your purchase of this AVANT attachment. It has been designed
and manufactured on the basis of years of experience and product development. By familiarising yourself with
this manual and following the instructions, you ascertain your safety and ensure the reliable operation and
long service life of the equipment. Read the instructions carefully before starting to use the equipment or
performing maintenance.
The purpose of this manual is to help you to:
■operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner
■observe and prevent any hazardous situations
■keep the equipment intact and ensure a long service life
This manual uses the following warning symbols to highlight factors that must be taken into account to reduce
the risk of personal injury or property damage:
This notice symbol 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 safely. The manual
includes important instructions for experienced AVANT operators as well. Ensure that all persons using the
loader have received proper guidance and familiarised themselves with the manual of the loader and
attachment and all safety instructions before using the equipment. Other use of the equipment than described
in this manual is prohibited. Keep this manual at hand throughout the service life of the equipment. If the
manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from the retailer or manufacturer. If you sell or transfer
the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. Due to continuous product development,
some of the details in this manual may differ from your equipment. We reserve the right to change the
contents of the manual without notification. Original instructions.
In addition to the safety instructions included in this manual, you must observe all occupational safety
regulations, local laws and other regulations concerning the use of the equipment. Especially the regulations
governing the use of the equipment on public road areas must be observed.
Warning:
This safety symbol refers to important safety information in this manual. It
warns of an immediate hazard that could cause serious personal injury or
property damage.
Read the warning text accompanying the symbol carefully and ensure that
other operators are also familiar with the warnings, since personal safety is at
stake.
NOTICE

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2. Designed purpose of use
This hydraulically operated AVANT Cutter bar mower unit is an attachment intended to be attached on AVANT
200-700 series multi purpose loaders. The mower is a very effective attachment for cutting hay from fields,
meadows and road shoulders. It makes cutting and easy collecting of even long hay possible, while allowing
easy collecting of the cut hay. The attachment can also be used vertically for hedge cutting. The mower is
attached on the quick coupling plate of the loader boom, giving excellent visibility to the blade bar that is on
the right side of the attachment. The side reach and blade tilting make it possible to mow also from slopes.
The blade guides on the blade bar support and protect the replaceable special steel blades.
Before each use, the blade is adjusted to suitable working angle with a manual winch or with the optional
electric actuator system. When transporting the mower, the blade is set to its upper position. The attachment
is started and operated from the driver’s seat driving forward at calm speed that is adjusted according to
operating and terrain conditions. The spring release mechanism of the blade bar allows the blade bar to move
back when hitting an obstacle, but the operator must stay alert and observe the terrain conditions and the
operation of the machine, so that hitting obstacles is avoided and the dangers of the strong and powerful
cutting bar are taken into account. The attachment is intended for operators who have learned the safe
operation of the loader and the attachment, and are able to notice the risks arising from using the equipment
and terrain conditions. The attachment is not intended to be used by children. The mower can cut single trees
of about maximum around 20 mm in diameter, but the mower is not intended for clearing areas from growing
trees. After the spring release mechanism has freed the blade bar, the loader and attachment must be
stopped safely, and the blade must be turned back to its operating position. Using the attachment in other
ways than cutting hay or mild shrub while controlling the equipment from the driver’s seat of the loader is
prohibited.
The attachment has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform
regular maintenance tasks, but certain more demanding tasks, such as service or replacement of hydraulic
components, must be left to qualified professionals. Appropriate safety equipment must be used when
servicing the machine. Spare parts must be similar to original specifications, which can be ensured by using
only original Avant spare parts.
Read the maintenance and servicing instructions in this manual. Please contact your AVANT retailer if you
have additional questions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment or if you need spare parts or
maintenance services.
Model 216
218
220
313S
320S
320S+
419
420 520 525LPG
R28
528
630
R35
635
640
745
750
760
A35676 •
••
•
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A35790
-
(•
••
•) •
••
• •
••
• •
••
• •
••
•
Ta le 1 –Cutte ar mower -
compati ility with Avant loaders
When using with models marked with (•
••
•) , full performance may not be achieved. Additional counterweights
may also be required. For 200 series loaders, the wheel weights are recommended. To check compatibility
with a model not shown in the table above, contact your Avant dealer.