FALC PELLICANO User manual

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
1
USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
1.1. Manufacturer: FALC S.r.l.
via Proventa n.41 - Faenza (Ravenna) - ITALIA -
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
http: www.falc.eu
1.2. Series : PELLICANO –MASTER SHREDDER
1.3. Model:
1.4. Series number:
CAREFULLY NOTE:
•
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY EACH EXAMPLE OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED SERIES.
•
IN ORDER TO ENSURE A COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF THE MACHINE’S CORRECT
FUNCTIONING THE USER MUST FULLY READ EACH SECTION OF THE MANUAL.
•
PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING SAFETY ARE WRITTEN IN BOLD PRINT.
•
ANY USERS WHO MUST CARRY OUT PARTICULAR OPERATIONS ON THE MACHINE FOR
WHICH NO SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN SUPPLIED MUST DIRECTLY ASK OUR SALES
OR TECHNICAL OFFICE.
INDEX
1. General indications
2. Use conditions
3. Operator conditions
4.1. Connection of the shredders to tractor
4.2. Shredders use
4.3. Rear cover
4.4. Detaching the shredders from the tractor
4.5. Transport
4.6. Work height adjustment
4.7. Maintenance and repairs
5. Guarantee
6. Norms to follow for correctly ordering spare parts
7. Safety pictograms

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
2
2. USE CONDITIONS
The Pellicano and Master serie shredders are manufactured to be combined with a suitable tractor
equipped with 3 point linkage and driven by a cardan shaft.

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
3
Model
A
B
C
D
Weight
Pellicano 1600 Special
mm 1680
mm 800
mm 880
mm 2260
kg 600
Pellicano 1800 Special
mm 1820
mm 800
mm 1020
mm 2400
kg 620
Pellicano 2100 Special
mm.2100
mm 800
mm 1300
mm 2680
kg 660
Pellicano 1600 Special OUT
mm 1680
mm 540
mm 1140
mm 2920
kg 650
Pellicano 1800 Special OUT
mm 1820
mm 540
mm 1280
mm 3060
kg 670
Pellicano 2100 Special OUT
mm 2100
mm 540
mm 1560
mm 3340
kg 710

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
4
Model
A
B
C
D
Weight
Pellicano / Master 1600
mm 1600
mm 800
mm 800
mm 2180
kg 750
Pellicano / Master 1800
mm 1780
mm 800
mm 980
mm 2360
kg 790
Pellicano / Master 2100
mm 2140
mm 800
mm 1340
mm 2720
kg 850
Pellicano / Master Super 1600
mm 1600
mm 540
mm 1060
mm 2840
kg 850
Pellicano / Master Super 1800
mm 1780
mm 540
mm 1240
mm 3020
kg 920
Pellicano / Master Super 2100
mm 2140
mm 540
mm 1600
mm 3380
kg 980
Pellicano / Master Super 2500
mm 2500
mm 540
mm 1960
mm 3740
kg 1130

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
5
The Pellicano and Master series shredders are particularly recommended for the shredding of
bushes, branches, grass and reeds along street banks, canal and well edges in the breakflame band
and underneath electrical cables. They are further recommended for the shredding of grass and
pruning in fruit, vineyard, olive and citrus cultivation. They may also be used for shredding residues
after corn, wheat, Soya, cotton, sunflower, artichoke and tobacco collection.
ANY OTHER USE OF THE SHREDDER IS TO CONSIDERED ILLEGAL AND IS NOT
ALLOWED BY THE MANUFACTURER

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
6
The Pellicano and Master serie shredders are equipped with:
1 piston for obtaining the lateral movement
1 piston for adjusting the inclination of the shredding part from +90° to -60° (-55 for Special)
A safety system guarantees the withdrawal of the shredder and a return to automatic in the presence
of obstacles.
MINIMUM Power, Weight and Size of the tractors on which the Pellicano and Master shredders are
to be applied:
Model
Hp
Kw
Tractor weight
MINIMUM
Tractor size
MINIMUM
Pellicano 1600 Special –OUT
50-80
37-59
kg 2200
mm 1600
Pellicano 1800 Special –OUT
50-80
37-59
kg 2400
mm 1800
Pellicano 2100 Special –OUT
50-80
37-59
kg 2600
mm 2100
Pellicano/Pell. Super // Master/Master Super 1600
80-90
59-66
kg 2500
mm 1600
Pellicano/Pell. Super // Master/Master Super 1800
80-100
59-74
kg 2700
mm 1800
Pellicano/Pell. Super // Master/Master Super 2100
80-120
59-88
kg 2900
mm 2100
Pellicano Super // Master Super 2500
80-120
59-88
kg 3500
mm 2500
LETTING PERSONS, ANIMALS OR THINGS GET ONTO OR BE TRANSPORTED BY
THE PELLICANO AND MASTER SERIES SHREDDERS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
ATTENTION: as shown in the picture below, it is possible that –during the work –the cardan shaft
can touch the 3 point linkage of the machine, causing its irreparable damage. The operator, in order
not to damage the cardan shaft itself, constantly must verify that during the work the cardan shaft
NEVER touch the 3 point linkage of the machine.
3. OPERATOR CONDITIONS

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
7
a) The operator must remain at the tractor driving seat when using the shredder. The operator
must not leave the tractor driving seat if the tractor’s power take-off has not been
removed and if the shredders moving parts (rotors etc) have not come to a complete
standstill. The arrest time for the rotating parts of the shredder is approximately 3
minutes.
b) Under normal conditions, that is with the rear hood closed, the operator must ensure that
there are no persons present within a 20 metre range surrounding the shredder when
starting the shredder and during work. The operator must immediately stop both the
tractor and the shredder if one or more persons enter the 20 metre range surrounding the
machine.
c) The operator cannot use the tractor’s lifter without having first removed the power take-off
(PTO). Prior the lifting the shredder using the tractor lifter the operator must ensure that
the power take-off (PTO) is removed and that the rotor is at a standstill.
d) It is strictly prohibited to go in reverse while continuing to chop; i.e. with the tractor PTO
engaged. Before starting the reverse manoeuvre, always wait till the rotor has completely
stopped.
e) The front part of the machine is equipped with oscillating protective devices designed to
prevent any material from being thrown out while working. You need to check these
devices constantly to make sure that they are free to oscillate and that they are not
deformed (crooked or bent). This check is very important particularly on stony ground
where these protective devices are subject to numerous impacts during normal work. If
the protective devices are deformed, they must be replaced immediately.
f) To protect your eyes from any objects thrown out from the shredder while working,
always wear suitable work goggles.
4.1. CONNECTING THE SHREDDER TO THE TRACTOR

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
8
a) All Falc shredders may be applied to all types of tractors provided that they are equipped with a
universal 3 point linkage (see MINIMUM Power, Weight and Size of tractors).
b) The shredder must be positioned level and in a stable position on the supporting leg.
c) The tractor must reverse towards the shredder until its arms correspond to the shredder’s 3p
arms. Any operators on the ground must keep a distance of at least 5 metres from the machine
during this phase.
d) Position the pins of the lower 3 point and lock with the split pins supplied.
e) Connect the upper arm of the tractor to the upper pin of the 3 point, adjusting so that the
machine assumes a horizontal position with regards to the ground.
f) Position the cardan shaft and check that its ends are properly connected with the tractor’s and
multiplier’s power take-off. Fix the anti-rotation chains present on the cardan on both the tractor
side and the shredder side. The tractor engine must be off during this phase in order to
avoid any erroneous movement starting up the power take-off (PTO).
g) Connect the hydraulic system tubes to the tractor’s distributor.
h) Having carried out these operations it is possible to move the tractor’s lifter enough to free the
supporting foot which must be completely lifted and locked with the pin supplied.
i) For the series’ machines: Tractor’s power take-off (PTO) = 550 cycles/minute
4.2. USING THE SHREDDER

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
9
After having correctly attached the shredder to the tractor the operator may begin work always
respecting the conditions in point 3 (point 4.3. if working with the hood open).
Carefully check that the safety pins for transport which impede any movement by the
shredder have been removed. If not, using the 2 pistons could provoke severe damage to the
machine.
ATTENTION: the operator must always ensure that there are NO persons present within a 5
metre range and that the rotor is at a standstill whenever he/she must raise or lower the
machine to change from working condition to transport position or vice versa.
Prior to starting work it is advisable that the operator first practises with the horizontal and
vertical movements made possible by the 2 pistons if it is the first time that the he/she uses the
shredder.
The rear roller must always be rested on the ground during work both with the shredder in a
horizontal position or inclined.
The tractor’s forward speed is independent of the shredder; it depends on the operator who,
depending on a number of factors such as tractor power, height of residue to be shredded, working
height adjustment, etc, must regulate it in order to obtain the best performance from the machine.
4.3. REAR COVER FOR ROTOR MAINTENANCE
Just for Pellicano serie
Remove the rear cover for servicing the rotor only when the machine is DISCONNECTED from the
tractor's power take-off (PTO) and only for the time necessary for performing maintenance.
During work the cover must be closed and bolted to the frame.
As an alternative to the standard cover installed on the machine, the special cover shown in the
figure below may be used.
4.4. DETACHING THE SHREDDER FROM THE TRACTOR
The manoeuvres necessary for correctly detaching the shredder from the tractor are as follows:

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
10
a) Stop the tractor level, use the hand brake and disconnect the power take-off.
b) Rest the shredder on the ground so that the rear roller is in a stable and horizontal position.
c) Switch off the tractor engine and wait the approximately 3 minutes needed for the shredder’s
moving parts to come to a complete halt prior to getting off.
d) Position the supporting foot.
e) Detach the cardan joint from the tractor’s power take-off and arrange in the appropriate shredder
support.
f) Detach the hydraulic system’s tubes from the tractor’s distributor.
g) Detach the shredder from the tractor’s 3p linkage drawing out first the split pins which lock the
pins and then removing the pins themselves.
h) Get back on the tractor and move it forward in order to completely extricate the arms of the
tractor from the shredder’s 3p.
4.5. TRANSPORT
During work, at the rear the shredder rests on the roller and at the front it is kept raised by the arms
of the tractor at the front.
During transport the shredders are completely born by the tractor (see Point 2).
During transport the shredder can be positioned both HORIZONTALLY and
VERTICALLY but it is compulsory for the operator to lock that position with the
appropriate safety pins. A pictogram is applied on the shredder indicating the points at which
to place the safety pins.

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
11
Always use equipment appropriate to the weight of the machine itself for any handling rendered
necessary by loading, unloading and storing and use the grips positioned on the machine.
A= safety pin for the transport
B= attachment points for lifting the machine
4.6. ADJUSTING THE WORK HEIGHT
The adjustment of the work height must be taken care of in a particular manner prior to using the
shredder.
a) The work height is adjusted by moving the rear roller’s linkage flange one or more holes.
A= screws to be loosened for adjusting the roller
B= screws to be moved to adjust the roller
b) The work height adjustment is correct when the knives, or the hammers, skim over the ground
without touching it. If, due to an erroneous adjustment, the rotating organs touch the ground
there will be a higher absorption of power on the part of the tractor and a faster wearing of the
rotating organs themselves.
c) The machine must always be at a horizontal position to the ground.
4.7. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
Prior to approaching the machine in order to carry out any maintenance or repair operations
a number of precautions are obligatory:

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
12
a) Stop the tractor level
b) Rest the shredder on the ground
c) Use the handbrake
d) Remove the power take-off
e) Switch off the tractor’s engine.
f) Wait approximately 3 minutes until all of the shredder’s moving organs are at a complete
halt.
For specific maintenance or repair operations in which it is necessary to raise the machine
from the ground or tip it, the use of equipment adapted to this scope is indispensable.
It is advisable to always contact your area dealer or a suitably equipped mechanical office.
The machine weights are shown in point 2 of this manual.
Before carrying out any interventions on machine parts which may reach high temperatures,
such as the multiplier, the bearings, the belts, etc, ensure that they have cooled sufficiently
before handling. The cooling time of these parts depends upon the work carried out prior to
stopping and the external atmospheric conditions.
4.7.1. Maintenance
Given that all of the shredders are consigned greased and lubricated, listed below are a number of
rules which must be strictly adhered to in order to ensure that the best results are obtained.
a) After the first hour of operation
- Check the tightness of all of the screws.
b) Daily
- Check the oil level of the transmission box.
- Lubricate the cardan joint (see the instruction book specifically relevant to the cardan)
ATTENTION : usually the cardan joint is supplied by Falc and it is suitable for the effective
power necessary for the tractor-shredder coupling. In case of replacement never use a cardan
joint with less features than the original.
c) Every 8 working hours (use EP2-NLGI2 lithium grease)
- Grease the rotor bearings using the appropriate greasers clearly indicated on the machine.
Grease with moderation introducing a little grease at a time.
- Lubricate all of the points indicated on the machine with grease.
d) Every 8 working hours
- Check the tension of the belts in order to avoid their rapid wear and that of the pulleys. The
tension is correct when the belt is lowered a maximum of 10 mm when the centre line point
between the pulleys is pressed.
e) Every 8 working hours
- Check the tightness of the nut coupled to the hammer holder pin.
f) Every 300 working hours
- Replace the oil in the transmission box.
- Check to ensure that the bleeder plug of the multiplier is not internally clogged with dust or
earth. If in doubt replace the bleeder plug.
The transmission box is lubricated with MobilGear 634/SAE 140 when delivered.
ATTENTION: do not disperse used oil but place it in the organs predisposed for its disposal.
g) IMMEDIATELY STOP THE SHREDDER AND REMOVE THE POWER TAKE-OFF if
vibrations are felt during work. Check for any breakage or excessive wear of the knives or the
hammers. Carry out a partial or total replacement of these if necessary, taking care to maintain
the absolute balance of the rotor by replacing both the broken knives (hammers) as well as
those diametrically opposite.

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
13
h) Check if there are residues or incrustations present on the knives, hammers or on the rotor and
clean if present.
i) Always carefully clean the machine of any residues accumulated during work prior to any
prolonged period of inactivity. Also protect the machine from atmospheric agents during this
inactive period.
4.7.2. Replacing the belts
Carry out the following operations to replace the belts:
a) Disassemble both the plate which protects the belt cover guard as well as the belt cover guard
b) Loosen the screws (A) which lock the multiplier
c) Loosen the screws (B) so that it is possible to draw the belts out from the pulley housing
d) Replace all of the belts with new ones. Carefully check to see that the new belts are the same as
the old ones with regards to length and type. Falc uses SPB type teethed belts on the series’
machines.
e) Use the previously loosened screws (B) to tension the belts.
f) Check the tension of the belts
g) Tighten the previously loosened locking screws (A).
h) Replace the belt cover guard and the relative protective plate.

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
14
4.7.3. Disassembly and reassembly of the pulleys
The pulleys are fixed on the relative shafts using a taper bush similar to that shown in the figure.
a) To disassemble the pulleys proceed as follows :
Use a suitable key to loosen the screws (A)
Remove n. x screws (A) and insert in the threaded holes (B) uniformly tightening them.
The pulley may be easily drawn from the shaft after the screws have been turned a number of
times.
b) To reassemble the pulley proceed as follows :
Insert the taper bush in the pulley hole.
Couple to the shaft ensuring that the pulley is properly positioned.
Use a suitable key to uniformly tighten the screws (A).
ATTENTION : tightening moment = 40 N/m (4,1 kg/m)

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
15
4.7.4. Causes of possible inconveniences and relative interventions
If the shredder is obviously vibrating
CAUSE :
INTERVENTIONS :
One or more of the knives (hammers) are broken
which provokes an imbalance in the rotor.
Replace the broken knives (hammers) and those
diametrically opposite.
The support bearings of the rotor have been
consumed.
Replace the supports.
Residues and incrustations are visible on the
knives (hammers) of the rotor.
Clean the knives (hammers) and the rotor.
If the rotor turns at a slower speed than that foreseen
CAUSE :
INTERVENTIONS :
The belts have become loose.
Reset the correct tension of the belts.
The belts and the pulleys are excessively worn.
Replace the worn parts.
Excessive consummation of the knives (hammers) is noted
CAUSE :
INTERVENTIONS :
The knives (hammers) touch the ground when
working.
Reset the machine’s correct height from the
ground.

Falc - cod. 2023 02/19 –Inglese -
16
5. GUARANTEE
a) The guarantee is valid 1 year from the date of the delivery. The company is committed to replacing parts which
present material or manufacturing defects in as short a time as possible. The manpower necessary for replacing
parts is excluded from the guarantee. Any transport or forwarding expenses are excluded from the guarantee.
b) The guarantee ceases if breakage is the result of major force, incorrect use of the machine or any erroneous action
carried out by the purchaser, employees or third parties. Repairs, replacements, modifications carried out by the
purchaser or for the purchaser without the authorisation of the manufacturer are included in these actions. Incorrect
use of the machine is understood to mean actions which are not listed in the user norms listed in this instruction
manual.
c) Parts which due to their very nature or use are subject to inevitable deterioration or wear are excluded from this
guarantee.
d) The bearings and oil retainers are not under guarantee.
e) The cardan shaft is not under guarantee.
f) The following standards are valid for the parts for which a warranty is requested:
- the piece to be replaced must be returned to the manufacturer the moment in which a request is made for a new
piece.
- the spare parts are always invoiced when forwarded.
- only examination by the manufacturer’s technicians can result in the guarantee being upheld and,
therefore, accredited.
6. NORMS TO BE FOLLOWED FOR CORRECTLY ORDERING SPARE PARTS
In order to quickly deal with the orders relative to spare parts it is necessary to specify :
a) Type of machine, Model, Series number.
(Eg. Pellicano 1800 series' number. XXXXX)
b) Number of the spare parts table in which the piece in question is to be located, identification number, piece code.
(E.g. Table no. YY ; Item no. JJ ; Code KKKKKK)
c) Exact denomination of the item.
d) Quantity of pieces requested.
e) Instructions for the forwarding.
(rail, postal package, courier, etc.)
f) The minimum delivery time for the parts requested is 3 days from the date of receiving the order.
If parts of this manual are not sufficiently clear please contact the authorised dealer in your
area or directly contact our technical and sales office.
The partial or whole reproduction of this manual is prohibited as is copying or disclosure of its contents without the
express written authorisation of Falc.
Falc reserves the right to carry out any modifications on the machine deemed to be necessary at any time without each
time updating this publication.