Avantco Flail Mower 1200 User manual

Flail mower 1200
2018 1
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Flail mower 1200
Product number:
Flail Mower 1200
A37505
English
A431452 2018 1 EN 2018-
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Flail mower 1200 2018 1

Flail mower 1200 2018 1
CONTENTS
1. FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................................4
Warning symbols used in this manual ............................................................................................................................... 5
2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE.............................................................................................................6
3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT........................................................7
4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................11
4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment.................................................................................. 12
5. ASSEMBLING THE ATTACHMENT....................................................................................................14
5.1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses............................................................................................... 16
6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE....................................................................................................................17
6.1 Checks before use................................................................................................................................................. 18
6.2 Using the flail mower............................................................................................................................................ 19
6.3 Operating position and floating .......................................................................................................................... 21
6.4 Transport position ................................................................................................................................................ 21
6.5 Working on uneven ground................................................................................................................................ 22
6.6 Extra weights (optional extra) ............................................................................................................................ 23
6.7 Uncoupling and storage........................................................................................................................................ 24
6.7.1 Storage with hydraulic boom...................................................................................................................... 24
6.7.2 Storage of uncoupled flail mower .............................................................................................................. 25
6.8 Adjusting cutting height........................................................................................................................................ 25
6.9 Preventing and clearing blockages...................................................................................................................... 26
7. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ..........................................................................................................27
7.1 Inspection of hydraulic components.................................................................................................................. 27
7.2 Cleaning the attachment ...................................................................................................................................... 28
7.3 Lubrication .............................................................................................................................................................. 28
7.4 Inspection of metal structures............................................................................................................................ 28
7.5 Blade maintenance................................................................................................................................................. 28
8. WARRANTY TERMS..............................................................................................................................30

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1. Foreword
Avant Tecno Oy would like to thank you for your purchase of this attachment for your Avant loader. It has
been designed and manufactured based on years of experience on product development and manufacturing.
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
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, each
attachment that are used, and all safety instructions before using the equipment. Using the equipment for
other purposes or use in any other way than described in this manual is prohibited. Keep this manual at hand
throughout the service life of the equipment. If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this
manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant
dealer or from the manufacturer.
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. Particularly the regulations
concerning the use of the equipment on public road areas must be observed. Contact your Avant dealer for
more information about local requirements before you operate the loader on road areas.
Contact your local AVANT dealer for any questions, service, spare parts or about any problems that may
occur with the operation of your machine.
This manual contains the original instructions in English. Due to continuous product development some of the
details shown in this manual may differ from your equipment. Pictures may also depict optional equipment or
features that are not currently available. We reserve the right to change the contents of the manual without
notification. Copyright © 2018 Avant Tecno Oy. All rights reserved.

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.
Warning symbols used in this manual
The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into
account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property:
WARNING: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”
Carefully read the message that follows, it warns of an immediate hazard
that could cause serious personal injury.
The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement
indicates important safety messages throughout this Manual. It is used to
draw attention to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety
of others. When you see this symbol, be alert, your safety is involved,
carefully read the message that follows, and inform other operators.
DANGER:
This signal word indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause
death or serious injury.
WARNING:
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION:
This signal 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 instruction
s accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment
breakdown or other property damage.

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2. Designed purpose of use
The AVANT Flail mower 1200 is an attachment suitable for use with AVANT multi purpose loaders shown in
Table 1. The flail mower is equipped with S30 type quick coupling and is intended to be used with the Avant
hydraulic boom A424552.
The flail mower is a cylinder type cutter, and it is intended for cutting of long grass, scrub, bush and similar
vegetation. The use of the flail mower is possible at areas where there is vegetation and tree branches of up
to 20 mm thick.
With the hydraulically extending boom it is possible to reach to areas with the flail mower where it is not
possible to drive with the loader. This makes mowing of road banks, ditches, waterfronts and other hard-to-
reach areas safe and easy. The mower and the hydraulic boom are controlled with the joystick of the loader.
It is recommended that the Avant is equipped with a cab (L, LX or DLX) in order to protect the driver against
flying debris. When mounted on Avant 600 series, the extra side weights (A49063) are also recommended for
better stability.
The flail mower must be lowered on the ground. It must never be used in lifted position. The flail mower is not
designed for any other use than what is specified in this manual and must not be used for any other purposes
than intended.
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 equipment. Spare parts must be identical with original specifications, which can be ensured by
using only original spare parts. A separate spare parts catalogue may be available, consult your Avant dealer.
Familiarise yourself with the manual's instructions regarding service and maintenance. Please contact your
AVANT retailer if you have additional questions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment, or if
you require spare parts or maintenance services.
Table 1 - Flail mower 1200 - Compatibility with Avant loaders
Model
220
225
225LPG
313S
320S
420
423
520
523
R20
525LPG
R28
528
530
630
R35
635
640
745
750
755i
760i
e5
e6
A37505 - - - - ••-
It is recommended to use the attachment only with loaders marked with •in Table 1. When using with models
marked with (•), full performance may not be achieved. Additional counterweights may also be required. For
compatibility with a model not shown in table, contact your Avant dealer.

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3. Safety instructions for using the attachment
Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly
powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Due to this, all operators must carefully familiarise themselves about correct use and the operator's
manuals of both the loader and the attachment before starting operation. Do not use the attachment if you
have not completely familiarised yourself with its operation and the related hazards.
DANGER
Misuse, careless use, or using an attachment that is in poor condition, may
cause risk of serious injuries. Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loade
r,
correct coupling procedure, and the correct way to operate the attachment at a safe
area. Study especially how to stop the equipment in a safe manner. Read all safety
precautions carefully.
Read all safety instructions carefully before handling the attachment
WARNING
When attaching an attachment to the loader, ensure that the locking pins of the
loader's quick attach plate are in the lower position and that they have locked
the attachment to the loader. Never lift or move an unlocked attachment.
Ma
ke sure Flail mower or other attachment is securely connected to the hydraulic
boom. Always refer also to the operator's manual of the separate attachment.
The hydraulic boom and any attachment coupled to it are designed to be used by one
operator at a tim
e. Do not let others near the danger area of the equipment when it is
in use.

Always transport the attachment as low as possible to keep the centre of gravity low,
and keep both the side extension telescopic boom and the telescopic boom of the
loader completely retracted during driving.
Never leave the driver’s seat when the attachment 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 blad
es have stopped completely
before going near the attachment.
Always keep a safety distance of at least two metres between persons and a mower
that may start or move. Stop the mower following the safe stopping procedure and
lower the mower firmly on the ground before leaving the driver’s seat.
Severing and crushing hazard - sharp and strong blades rotate at high speed. Use
the mower only while lowered against the ground. Running the mower in any other
position may expose the blades, making contact wi
th them possible, and will also
cause a hazard of flying debris. Stop if others are present at working area. Use only
if all covers in place.
Impact hazard - thrown objects. Do not let bystanders stay near the machine. Stop
the attachment if others get
closer than 2 metres from the attachment. Use only if all
covers in place.
Hazard of entanglement - Rotating parts. Never leave the driver’s seat when the
attachment is running or if the auxiliary hydraulics control is locked on. Always keep a
safe di
stance between persons and machinery that may start or move. Stop the
equipment following the safe stopping procedure and lower the attachment firmly on
the ground before leaving the driver’s seat, or when other persons are present at the
working area.

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Check the blades and clean the mowing deck regularly. Read the instructions about
maintenance and service and use only original blades.
Keep hands and feet away from moving components. Wearing loose clothes, such as
loose shoelaces, or long scarves, sh
ould be avoided when working with the
attachment.
Use the attachment only for its intended use and only with original tools and spare
parts.
Be sure not to tilt the flail mower too far up, since this can make it swing over towards
the loader boom. Keep the flail mower at a low height.
Secure the mower against unintended movements when unlocking it from the loader.
Unlock only on a level surface, and use blocks of wood to prevent the mower from
moving, for example.
Make sure that the mower is properly supported before performing any inspections,
maintenance, or adjustments. If access to blades is necessary, secure the mower
with suitable lifting equipment, or lower it on firm blocks of wood, for example.
Always transport the mower as low and as close to the machine as possible to keep
the centre of gravity low. On slippery surfaces drive slowly and deliberately. Operate
the controls of the loader slowly and calmly especially on inclined terrain.
Shut down the loader and place the attachment to a safe position as shown in Safe
stopping procedure before any cleaning, maintenance, or adjustments.
Pay attention to the surroundings and any other persons and machines moving in the
vicinity. Pay attention to the contours of the terrain and other
hazards, such as
branches and trees that can reach to 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 are in working condition. Seat belt must be
used. If there are specific hazards
related to the operating area, use appropriate safety equipment.
Also read the safety instructions and correct use of the loader from the operator's
manual of the loader.
WARNING

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DANGER
Wrong, improper, or carele
ss use of the attachment causes serious risk of severe
injuries or death.
Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loader in a safe area. Pay
particular attention to the safe stopping of the attachment and the loader; follow the safe
stopping procedure shown in this manual before leaving the driver's seat.
WARNING
Risk of crushing -
Never allow anyone to get under a
lifted attachment or loader boom.
Keep in mind that the
loader boom can be lowered or tilted even if the engine has
been shut down (crushing hazard). The loader is not intended
to be left to keep a load elevated for longer periods. Always
lower the attachment to a safe position before leaving the
driver's seat.
WARNING
Risk of cutting and thrown objects - Make sure all guards
are in place.
Never run the mower if all guards are not in
place. Exposed blades can throw material at very high speed,
creating serious danger to the operator and any person also
at a distance of up to 30 m from the mower. Always keep the
attachment on the ground when using it.
DANGER
Risk of cutting and severing -
Sharp edges and severing
points on work tools.
Beware of the sharp blades and risk
of crushing especially during maintenance or when removing
blockages. Always stop the attachment by
following the safe
stopping procedure. Note that the loader boom moves down
and may be tilted even if the engine has been stopped. Never
go under a raised boom or any component of the attachment.
Keep away from the moving linkage.

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Remember to wear proper personal protective equipment:

The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A) depending on loader
model and operating cycle. Extended exposure to loud noise can cause
hearing impairment. 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 attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving
the driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of
the attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the
loader is turned off. Safe stopping procedure:
Lower the boom and the attachment on the ground.
Shut down the loader engine and lock the parking brake.
Release residual pressure from the hydraulic system; move all hydraulic control
levers to their extreme positions a couple of times.
Prevent starting of the machine, remove ignition key.