BE Ag & Industrial AGRI EASE BE-EFGC F Series Application guide

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Flail Mower
Purchase Date
Dealer
Model No. Serial No.
Operations & Parts Manual
• BE-EFG95F
• BE-EFGC105F
• BE-EFGC125F
For Models:
• BE-EFGC145F
• BE-EFGC155F
• BE-EFGC165F
• BE-EFGC175F
• BE-EFGC200F

Congratulations On the purchase of your new BE Flail Mower.
This information is to assist you in preparing, operating and maintaining your Flail Mower.
Please read and understand the information completely before operating your mower, paying special attention
to all the safety details. Keep this manual handy for a ready reference.
SAFETY FIRST
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your flail mower. YOU must ensure that you
and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the Flail Mower is familiar with the operating
and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
This manual will take you step-by-step through your working day and alert you to a good safety practices that
should be adhered to while operating the Flail Mower.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you.
Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this equipment
is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring safety practices.
Flail mower owner must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them
to operate the machine.
The most important safety feature on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to
read and understand ALL Safety and Operating Instructions in the manual and follow these.
All accidents can be avoided.
A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the
machine. An untrained operator jeopardizes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may weaken the function and/or safety
and could aect the life of the equipment.
Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before operating the Flail Mower read the following safety instructions.
Failure to comply with these warnings may result in serious injury or
death.
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GENERAL SAFETY
Read the operator’s manual and all safety signs carefully before operating, maintaining, adjusting or removing
the Flail Mower.
Do not allow passengers to ride on the Flail Mower.
Operate only at a safe distance from bystanders. Clear the area of people, especially children, before starting.
Stop PTO before dismounting tractor.
Keep hands and feet from under Flail Mower at all times.
Keep all shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary for repairs, replace the shield prior to use.
Do not stay between the tractor and the Flail Mower.
Do not approach the Flail Mower until all motion has stopped.
All rotary blades have the ability to discharge objects at high speeds, which could result in serious injury to
bystanders or passers-by, use extreme caution.
Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts
to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, attaching or removing.
Review safety related times annually with all personnel who will operate or maintain the Flail Mower.
Do not operate machine if you feel unwell or physically unfit, in which case you should stop working.
This machine was designed with safety very much in mind. However, there is no real substitute for caution and
attention in preventing accidents. Once an accident has happened, it is too late to think about what you
should have done.
Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS). Always wear your seatbelt.
Serious injury or even death could result from falling o the tractor - particularly during a turnover when the
operator could be pinned under the ROPS or the tractor.
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question
DON’T TRY IT.
Clear working area of stones, branches or hidden obstacles that might be hooked or snagged,
causing injury or damage.
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Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing
or removing.
Do not allow riders.
Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Place all controls in neutral, stop tractor engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts
to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, attaching or removing.
Place tractor and machine controls in neutral before starting.
Never start or operate machine unless sitting on tractor’s seat.
Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting.
Stay away from PTO shaft and machine when engaging PTO. Keep others away.
Use warning lights in tractor when transporting.
Do not put hands or feet under machine while tractor engine or machine is running.
Do not operate Flail Mower in the raised position.
Objects can be thrown out from under the machine with sucient force to severely injure people.
Stay away from machine when it is running. Keeps others away.
Always know what you are cutting. Never operate Flail Mower in an area that has hidden obstacles.
Remove sticks, stones, wire or other objects from working area before starting.
Review safety instructions with all operators annually.
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Store the machine in an area away from human activity.
Do not permit children to play on or around the stored machine
Store the machine in a dry, level area.
Clean grease and oil as required and protect it from the elements.
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Follow good shop practices.
Keep service area clean and dry.
Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
Use adequate light for the job at hand.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the tractor in a closed building.
The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
Before working on this machine, shut o the engine, set the brakes and remove the ignition key.
Never work under equipment unless it is secured by a mechanical stand.
Use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors, when performing any service or
maintenance work. Use heavy gloves when handling blades.
Only use genuine parts for service and maintenance.
A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing maintenance on
this equipment.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and check that all pins are properly installed to ensure unit is in
a safe condition.
When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and devices are installed
before placing machine in service.
STORAGE SAFETY
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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3
4
8
7
1
6
5
1. Blade axle 2. Blade axle cover 3. Combined fender
4. Stand 5. Gear box 6. Top Link Bracket
7. Transmission shaft 8. Belt & Pulley Cover
PTO Shaft
Safety Guard
Universal Joint
Grease Nipple
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The position of safety decals are shown in the illustration below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself
with the various safety signs and increase your SAFETY AWARENESS.
SAFETY & MODEL DECALS
EFGC Model
EFGCH Model
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EFG-125
Model No.
Description/ Information
Date Country of Origin
Serial No.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Product No.
FLAIL MOWER MODELS:
EFGC - Flail Mower, Medium Duty
EFGCH - Hydraulic Side Shift Flail, Medium Duty
Implement Specifications
IMPLEMENT SPECIFICATIONS
MODELS EFGC-105 EFGC-115 EFGC-125 EFGC-135 EFGC-145 EFGC-155 EFGC-165 EFGC-175
Tractor HP 18 - 25 18 - 25 25 - 30 25 - 30 25 - 30 30 - 40 30 - 40 30 - 40
3.P.L. Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1
Length 1165 1265 1365 1485 1585 1685 1785 1885
Width 790 790 790 790 790 790 790 790
Height 845 845 845 845 845 845 845 845
Weight 170 kg 185 kg 200 kg 215 kg 230 kg 245 kg 260 kg 275 kg
Cutting Width 1015 1115 1215 1315 1415 1515 1615 1715
PTO 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min
Gearbox HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP
16 20 20 24 24 24 28 28
32 40 40 48 48 48 56 56
MODELS EFGCH-105 EFGCH-115 EFGCH-125 EFGCH-135 EFGCH-145 EFGCH-155 EFGCH-165 EFGCH-175
Tractor HP 18 - 25 18 - 25 25 - 30 25 - 30 25 - 30 30 - 40 30 - 40 30 - 40
3.P.L. Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1 Cat 1
Length 1165 1265 1365 1485 1585 1685 1785 1885
Width 1020 1020 1020 1020 1020 1020 1020 1020
Height 960 960 960 960 960 960 960 960
Weight 210 kg 225 kg 240 kg 255 kg 270 kg 285 kg 300 kg 315 kg
Cutting Width 1015 1115 1215 1315 1415 1515 1615 1715
PTO 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min 540 r/min
Gearbox HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP 50 HP
16 20 20 24 24 24 28 28
32 40 40 48 48 48 56 56
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IMPLEMENT SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)
IDENTIFICATION OF THE IMPLEMENT
Uses:
• Perfect for use after storms when debris is scattered throughout areas usually maintained with normal mowers
• Multi-purpose machines for mulching foliage and sticks
• Ideal for thick grass, sticks, undergrowth and light vine mulching
• Vegetable & pasture topping
• Roadside maintenance
Features:
• Cutting height controlled by adjustable skids
• High strength mulching blades
• Belt driven
• Safety flaps to prevent debris being thrown
• Extra strong and designed with safety in mind
• Support leg for storage
• Solid hitch
An identification plate is axed to the frame of each implement. It contains the “CE” Certification brand and
information about the Manufacturer, Model, Serial Number, Year of Manufacture and Weight.
CE Identification Plate
Model No.
Description/ Information
Date Country of Origin
Serial No.
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Before operating the machine, the following areas should be checked o:
1. Before starting up the machine, check and lubricate all grease points on the machine and drive shaft.
2. Use only an agricultural tractor with horsepower within limits of the implement.
3. Check that the machine is properly attached to the tractor. Be sure retainers are used on the mounting pins.
4. Be sure extra weights are mounted on the front of the tractor, if required.
5. Check the oil level in the gearbox. Add as required.
6. Check that the tractor PTO shaft turns freely and that the machine driving shaft can telescope easily.
7. Check the blades. Be sure they are not damaged or broken and swing freely in their mount.
Repair or replace as required
8. Check and tighten the blade bolts.
9. Check for entangled material in all rotating parts. Remove this material.
10. Install and secure all guards, doors and covers before starting.
11. Before installing the PTO, ensure the engine is stopped and the PTO shaft is in safe working order.
12. All other people shall leave the area before connecting the driving power from the tractor.
Keep the output of the tractor at 540 RPM.
13. Before cleaning, repairing and lubricating the machine, stop the motor and take the key away with you.
14. When the PTO shaft is not connected with the tractor, support it through the frame to protect it from
lying in the dirt.
15. Don’t approach the machine when it is operating.
CHECKING BEFORE OPERATING
To get the most out of your flail mower, it should be set within the recommended height.
To save fuel, power and reduce the wear and tear, the cutting height must be regulated correctly.
When adjusting the working height, loosen screw (1), remove screw (2) on both sides;
The roller height (see following drawing) can be adjusted by aligning the selected hole in the roller support
bracket at position 2. The lowest hole is the highest working height; put the screw (2) into the selected hole;
tighten screw (1) and screw (2)
ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT
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1. On a flat piece of ground, attached the Flail Mower to the Tractor using the three point linkage.
2. Use a solid adjustable top link.
3. Lower three point linkage to its lowest position.
4. With the roller at the rear in contact with the ground, adjust the length of the top link so that the lower edge
at the side of the flail mower is parallel with the ground.
5. Rotate the blade drum by hand so that a row of blades hang vertically towards the ground.
6. Measure the clearance between the bottom of the extended blades and the ground:
• Minimum 50mm
• Note in rough or lumpy paddocks the clearance needs to be increased to ensure that the blades don't
impact the ground in operation.
7. Adjust the roller height to increase or decrease the blade clearance as required.
8. Go through steps 4 to 7 until the required clearance is achieved.
When the Flail Mower has been set up with the required tolerances:
Operate the Flail Mower with tractor in low range and the PTO delivering 540 RPM.
FLAIL MOWER ADJUSTMENT
Loosen screw (A) and (B) that locks the support shaft and loosen the counter nut (C).
Loosen the screws that lock the gearbox on the mounting plate (D).
Adjust the drive belt tension. The correct belt tension is achieved when the belt can be deflected by the belt
thickness about 10mm at the center point between the pulleys.
Align the gearbox so the drive shaft is parallel with the body.
Use a straight edge to make sure the belt pulleys are in-line and running true.
If mis-angled, call your dealer or service agent for technical support.
Fit safety covers and tighten the mounting bolts before operating.
DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
Approx.10mm
deflection
Align with a
Straight Edge
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Before starting the machine, check and adjust the following items:
• Drive belt tension
• Gearbox oil level
• Grease nipples on bearing and PTO shaft
• All bolts, nuts and screws
In order to keep the machine stable, lower the adjustment stand when the machine is stopped
(see drawing above).
Follow all safety precaution detailed in this manual.
The machine is equipped with a standard category one, three point linkage.
Back the tractor into position in front of the flail mower. Lower the tractor hydraulic lift arms.
Turn the tractor o. Maneuver the implement by hand and attach the lower link arms to the lower link pin.
Ensure they are secured with lynch pin. Attach the top link to the top link bracket.
Adjust the lower link sway chains to allow minimal lateral movement. Attach the PTO shaft to the tractor PTO
ensuring it has been cut to the required length.
FLAIL MOWER ADJUSTMENT
Storage
Position
Operating
Position
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Switch the engine o, set the handbrake and remove ignition key. Push the hydraulic lever to release pressure
at the remotes. Connect the implement’s hydraulic hoses to the remotes using the quick couplers,
having checked the quick couplers are clean and in good condition.
Start the engine and activate the hydraulics to check the connection.
Check there are no oil leaks at the connection or the implement.
Before disconnecting, stop the engine and move the remotes lever back and forth to release the hydraulic
oil pressure as previously mentioned.
HYDRAULIC CONNECTION
Each 4 hours of work:
• Check and tighten nuts and bolts
• Grease with lithium based grease when it is indicated by the symbol GREASE.
After 50 hr of work, check and fill the gearbox to the required level, using oil type SAE 90 EP API GL4 Oil.
Each 100 hr of work, check the gearbox oil level. Replace as required.
GREASING AND LUBRICATION
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Fluids and Lubricants
Grease:
• Use a multi-purpose lithium based grease.
Gearbox:
• Use SAE 90 gear oil.
Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top eciency only if clean lubricants are used.
Use clean containers to handle all lubricants.
Store them in an area protected from dust, moisture and other contaminants.
Greasing
• Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
• Wipe grease nipple with a clean cloth before greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
• Replace broken nipples immediately.
• If nipples will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway.
Replace nipple if necessary.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require
more frequent maintenance.
Hours or Daily Maintenance
• Check all nuts and bolts, tighten as required.
• Check the blade and blade bolts every day and replace the damaged parts.
Don’t install damaged, worn and unbalanced blades. Replace sleeves as they become worn.
Note: The operator should put on gloves and use suitable tools before changing blade.
• Check the oil in gearbox. Fill up to line if necessary.
• Pump grease into each grease into each grease nipple three to five times.
• Clean the implement; remove grass and mud.
Season Maintenance
• Check the machine as in the terms of daily maintenance.
• Check the oil in gearbox; replace if it is contaminated.
• Check the blade spindles for wear and tear.
If worn, disassemble, clean them and replace them if necessary, grease as required.
Annual Maintenance
• Throughly clean mud and grass o the machine.
• Check and clean blade axles. Replace seals and grease as required.
• Check all blades, replace them if they are worn or damaged.
• Repair or replace the side skirts back to their original size and shape.
Replace damaged or broken protective devices.
MAINTENANCE
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The oil should be drained out and replaced after the first 50 hours of operation, then the oil should be changed
every 250 hours, or at least once a year.
Drain oil from the gearbox thoroughly. Check and clean it. Fill with new gear oil up to the dedicated oil level.
The draining procedure is as follows:
Remove the draining bolt under the gearbox, so that the oil drains o.
After the oil is drained out, put the plug back and fill with gear oil up to the dedicated oil level.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
The PTO shaft is designed to telescope to allow for dimensional changes as the machine goes through its
operating range.
A Tubular guard encloses the driving components and is designed to turn relative to the driving components.
The shaft should telescope easily and the guard turn freely on the shaft at all times. Annual disassembly,
cleaning and lubrication is recommended to insure that all components function as intended.
To maintain the shaft, follow this procedure:
1. Remove the front he machine
2. Pull shaft apart.
3. Use a screwdriver to pry the tabs out of the sleeves on each end.
4. Pull the shaft out of the plastic tubular guard.
5. Use a solvent to clean the male and female portions of the telescoping ends.
6. Apply a light coat of grease to each end.
7. Clean the grooves on each end where the tabs are located. Clean each tab also.
8. Apply a light coat of grease to each groove.
9. Insert the shaft into its respective guard and align the slots with the groove.
10. Insert the tabs through the slots and seat in the groove.
11. Check that each guard turns freely on the shaft.
12. Assemble the shaft.
13. Check that the shaft telescopes easily.
14. Replace any components that are damaged or worn.
15. Install the shaft on the machine.
PTO SHAFT MAINTENANCE
8hrs/ Daily 50hrs/Weekly /Annually
Lubricate PTO Shaft
Lubricate Caster Wheels
Lubricate Blade Spindle
Check Gear Box Oil Level
Clean Machine
Lubricate and Clean PTO Shaft Cover
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The gearbox used on the Flail Mower will give many years of trouble-free service with minimal maintenance
requirements. Maintain the gearbox by following this procedure:
Oil Level:
• Remove the level plug from the rear or side of the gearbox.
• Add oil through the filler plug located on top of gearbox until oil comes out of the level plug.
• Add through the level plug if required.
• If gearbox has a dipstick on filler plug, then fill to indicator mark.
IMPORTANT: Check the oil level only when the unit is cold and the machine is on the level.
GEARBOX MAINTENANCE
• Clean the machine inside and out, so as to avoid corrosion.
• Don't spray water on the rolling bearing if you clean the machine with high pressure sprayer.
• Check and clean the universal joint, driving belt press roller or replace them if they are not in good condition.
• Spread oil on all parts required.
• Re-coat the parts rubbed and damaged for anti corrosion.
• Store the machine in a dry, level area.
STORAGE
Before the machine is started back up, check the following items regularly:
• Check oil level and add if required.
• Check and tighten all screws and nuts.
• Check the blade condition. Replace as required.
• Check the air hole on the gearbox. If it is blocked, clean or open the hole with compressed air.
• Don’t spread oil or grease on the driving belts. IF there is oil or grease on the belts, wipe the belts,
to avoid slippage and premature wear.
• Check all moving parts and replace them if necessary.
• Check the protective cover are complete and operate correctly.
OPERATION AFTER STORAGE
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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY
Excessive vibration of the machine. Broken flails.
Broken rotor support.
Broken driving support shaft
Bent rotor.
Replace Broken flail.
Flails can be replaced by a
competent operator.
In other cases, replacement must
be done by specialized sta.
Replace rotor support with
original parts.
Replace shaft support with
original parts.
Replace rotor with original parts.
The grass is not cut. Broken flails.
Broken belts.
Pulleys slipping on shafts.
Broken gearbox.
Replace flails. For replacement of
flails, adjustment or replacement
belts and fixing lock joints, see
paragraph relating to maintenance.
Replace Belts.
Fix pulley lock joints.
Repair or replace gearbox.
Clogging of hammers/knives. Rotor speed is too low. Increase rotor speed.
Excessive wear of hammers/knives. Rotor speed is too high. Decrease rotor speed.
Flail mower vibrates during work. Foreign matter stuck in between
blades.
Hammer/knives broken.
Bolts of the rotor shaft support have
come loose.
Remove foreign matter. Secure flail
mower on a mechanical stand before
maintaining blades or rotor.
Replace hammer/knives.
Lock bolts.
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FLAIL MOWER ASSEMBLY - EFG SERIES
REF
NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY
1 503010763 Nut DIN985-M12
GB97.1-12
EFGCHM120.014B
EFGCHM200.014
EFAG140.014
EFGCHM120.101
GB5783-M12x35
EF100.00.121
EF100.00.122
GB97.1-10
EF100.00.123
EF110.00.123
Washer
Suspension Bracket
EFGCM105-175
Suspension Bracket
EFGCM200-220
(140-180 Model) Pin Shaft
506010057
801680014
801740006
802480066
2
3-1
3-2
4
16
25
1
1
2
5 701680001 Small Plate 4
6 501011127 Bolt 12
7 700920107 Fender 1
8 700920108 Fender 13
9 506010056 Washer 22
10-1 700940005 (105 Model) Fender Shaft
EFGCM105 1
10-2 700950005 (115 Model) Fender Shaft
EFGCM115 1
105-175
200-220
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