Ferris ZMT Offset User guide

ZMT Owner’s Manual
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ZMT Offset / In-line
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ZMT Owner’s Manual
CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION section 1 page 2
•Introduction - Goal of the manual section 1.1 page 2
•Identifying the machine section 1.2 page 2
•Spare parts section 1.3 page 2
TECHNICAL FEATURES section 2 page 3
•General Description of the Shredder section 2.1 page 3
•Technical Specifications section 2.2 page 4
•Noise section 2.3 page 4
•Width of Cut section 2.4 page 5
•Optional Equipment section 2.5 page 5
SAFETY RULES section 3 page 6
•General Safety Rules section 3.1 page 6
•Safety Rules Concerning the Hydraulic System section 3.2 page 6
•Safety Rules Concerning Road Traffic section 3.3 page 7
•Safety Rules During Use section 3.4 page 7
•List of Guards Fitted to the Machine section 3.5 page 6
•Description and Location of Safety Decals section 3.6 page 7
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, HANDLING AND PARKING section 4 page 8
•Lifting and Unloading section 4.1 page 8
•Unpacking section 4.2 page 7
•Attachment to and Detachment from the Tractor section 4.3 page 8
•Attaching the PTO Shaft section 4.4 page 9
•Tractor stability section 4.5 page 6
•Parking section 4.6 page 7
ADJUSTMENT AND SETTING UP section 5 page 11
•Regulating the Height of Cut section 5.1 page 11
•Adjusting Belt Tension section 5.2 page 11
USE AND OPERATING RULES section 6 page 12
•Ram Control section 6.1 page 7
•Starting section 6.2 page 12
•Working Mode section 6.3 page 12
•Stopping section 6.4 page 7
•Transport Position section 6.5 page 12
MACHINE MAINTENANCE section 7 page 13
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART section 8 page 14
REPLACING PARTS section 9 page 15
•Flails Replacement section 9.1 page 15
•Pipe Replacement section 9.2 page 11
•Pin Replacement section 9.3 page 15
•Belt Replacement section 9.4 page 11
DEMOLITION, DIFFERENTIATED DIVISION AND DISPOSAL section 10 page 14
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1GENERAL INFORMATION
1 .1 This operation and maintenance manual is intended for the professional user. It is
mandatory to follow these instructions in order to prevent situations that could
endanger the operator’s and other people’s safety, and to ensure the correct
functioning of the shredder. If you have questions, call “FERRI” after-sales service or
a specialized “FERRI” dealer.
1.2 Identifying the Machine
Each shredder has an identification plate attached; the data necessary to identify the
model and the serial number to order spare parts or after-sales service are both
stamped on the plate (see Figure 1)
Figure 1
1.3 It is strongly recommended to use genuine “FERRI” spare parts to avoid altering the
technical features of the shredder. “FERRI” is not responsible for any damage or
injuries to people due to unauthorized modifications or to the use of non-genuine
spare parts.
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2TECHNICAL FEATURES
2.1 FERRI shredders have been designed to shred materials growing or laying on the
ground, e.g. grass, bushes, sticks and shrubs up to .8”. diameter (proper use).
Any other use is considered improper and the manufacturer disclaims all
responsibility for any consequential injuries to people or for damage to the machine.
“Proper use” also refers to the safety and maintenance rules provided by the
manufacturer.
Technical Names (Figure 2)
1 - PTO Shaft 10 - Ram To Adjust Flail Head
2 - Levers To Adjust Flail Head 11 - Stand
3 - Gearbox 12 - Arms For Side Movement
4 - Pulleys 13 - Joint Pin
5 - Belts 14 - 3-Point Linkage
6 - Frame 15 - Ram For Side Movement
7 - Rotor 16 - Front Guard
8 - Flails 17 - Side Guard
9 - Roller
This machine is in conformity with the following provisions of law:
•Directive Machine 89/392/CEE and following additions: 91/368/CEE, 93/44/CEE
and 93/68/CEE;
•Regulations UNI EN 292/1 and 292/2 (machinery safety);
•DPR 27th April’1955, N. 547 (Rules for the prevention of industrial accidents).
Figure 2
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2.2 Technical Specifications (Table 1)
Table 1
Model ZMT 160 ZMT 180 ZM T200
Width of cut ft. 63” 71” 79”
Min. Tractor required power HP 50 - 60 60 - 70 70 - 80
Min. Tractor Weight 4818 5256 5694
PTO speed rpm 540 540 540
Max.Absorbed Power* HP 32 52 52
Weight Machine / Weight PTO Shaft lbs. 984 / 53 1178 / 53 1237 / 53
3-point linkage cat. II-III II-III II-III
Rotor Speed rpm 2430 2510 2510
Multi-Use Flails num. 40 48 48
Hammer Flails num. 20 24 24
Max. Pressure psi 2750 2750 2750
Dimensions
A - Width in. 63” 71” 79”
B - Length in. 35” 37” 37”
C - Height in. 17” 19” 19”
D - Total Height in. 26” 28” 28”
E - Total Width in. 70” 77” 85”
* When the absorbed power exceeds the maximum power indicated in Table 1 it is
recommended to use a PTO clutch (torque limiter).
2.3 Noise
The sound level of this machine, as measured at the operator’s position, ranges from
75 dB to 77.2 dB when the cab is closed, and from 81.9 to 83.4 dB when the rear
window is open. The acoustic power level is LWA 102.5.
When the sound level perceivable at the operator’s position ranges from 85 dB and
90 dB, the use of ear protectors is recommended.
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2.4 Width of Cut Figure 3 shows the width of cut of the shredder.
Dimensions are shown in Table 2.
2.5 Optional Equipment
2.5.1 Flails
Depending on the different crops to be cut, suitable flails can
be fitted and used:
•Articulated flails for grass, shrubs, sticks and bushes of up
to 1.2” in diameter.
•Forged hammer blades for grass, twigs, shrubs, bushed up
to 1.2” in diameter.
Table 2
Model ZMT 160 ZMT 180 ZMT 200
A 63” 71” 79”
C 88” 96” 104”
G 73” 76” 76”
H 25” 25” 25”
I 69” 72” 72”
L 63” 63” 63”
Figure 3
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3GENERAL SAFETY RULES
3.1 General Safety Rules:
•It is mandatory to read and follow the instructions from the use and maintenance manual
before carrying out any operation or moving the shredder. Improper use or moving it
improperly may seriously damage property and harm people.
•Both the operator and maintenance fitter must know the shredder well, especially
regarding dangers resulting from improper use or incorrect repairs.
•Before starting, check the tractor and shredder in regards to functionality, road safety
and accident prevention rules.
•Even when using the shredder correctly, stones or other objects may be thrown a long
distance. Therefore, nobody should be standing within the danger area. Special
attention must be paid when working near roads or buildings.
•Use tractor with cabs.
•The condition of flails and of all guards must be checked before beginning the daily
work. They must be replaced if damaged or missing.
•During checks or repairs, make sure nobody can start the shredder by mistake.
•Never wear loose or fluttering clothes.
•Never carry passengers on the tractor.
•Never carry passengers on the shredder.
•Never enguage the PTO with the engine stopped.
•Never approach the shredder until the rotor has completely stopped.
•Do not enter the working zone of the PTO shaft while it is in motion. It is dangerous to
approach the rotating parts of the machine.
•Keep the PTO shaft guard in good working order.
•Before starting, check the surrounding area for the eventual presence of children and or
animals.
•DO NOT stand in the range of operation of the machine.
•The PTO shaft must be assembled and disassembled only with the engine is stopped
and the ignition key removed.
•Before connecting the power take-off, check that the speed and rotation direction
corresponds to those of the shredder.
•Before leaving the tractor with the shredder attached, proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the power takeoff.
2. Put the machine firmly on the ground (with the hydraulic lift).
3. Apply the hand brake and if the ground is sloping steeply, wedge the tractor
wheels.
4. Take the ignition key out.
•Immediately replace any safety sign or missing, damaged decal.
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3.2 Safety Rules Concerning the Hydraulic System
•This shredder uses the hydraulic circuit of the tractor to carry out side movements
and to adjust the flail head; the pressure of such system must not exceed 190 BAR.
•Mark the different pipes to avoid reversal of operation.
IMPORTANT: Do not look for oil leaks with bare hands, but always while wearing
gloves or with a cloth. Oil under strong pressure may seep into the skin causing
serious infections. In this case contact a doctor immediately.
•Periodically check the flexible hoses; if they are worn or damaged they must be
replaced with others of the same specification.
•Before working on the hyudraulic system, lower the machine, take pressure out
and stop the tractor.
•Used oils and greases must be stored and disposed of according to anitpollution
rules.
3.3 Safety Rules Concerning Road Traffic
•In transport, reduce speed, especially on bumpy roads. The weight of the shredder
may render driving difficult and damage the shredder itself.
•Check that the levers which operate the hydraulic lift are locked to avoid the
lowering of the machine during transport.
•When driving on public roads, respect all road rules in force. Never transport the
shredder with the rotor moving, even for short distances.
•Lock the shredder with the appropriate chain.
3.4 Safety Rules During Use
•Pay special attention, when working with the machine, not to touch fixed objects
such as road drains, wells, shafts, curbs, guard rails, tracks, etc. This could cause
the breakage of the flails, which can be thrown at very high speed.
•If wires, ropes or chains should get entangled in the rotor, stop immediately to
prevent damage or a dangerous situation; stop the rotor and the tractor, take out
the ignition key.
Put working gloves on, clear the rotor with the aid of pliers or shears. Do not try to
disentangle by inverting the rotational direction of the rotor.
•Do not use the machine when there is vibration in the flail head, as this could
cause breakage and serious damage. Find the cause of the vibration and repair it.
•Do not operate with the arm extended if the tractor is on a sloping ground.
3.5 List of Guards Attached to The Shredder (Figure 4)
1 - PTO Shaft
2 - PTO Shaft Guard
3 - Belt Guard
4 - Danger and Warning Decals
5 - Front Guard
6 - Side Guard
Figure 4
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3.6 Description and Location of Safely Decals (Figure 5)
Carefully follow the instructions detailed on the decals.
Description of the Decals
1. Warning of danger through lack of knowledge of all the functions of the machine
and the resulting risks: read the use and maintenance manual before operating
the shredder.
2. Danger sign of crushing or shearing: do not put limbs in the moving parts of the
machine where this decal is located.
3. Danger sign: it shows the risk of flying stones or other objects and it is mandatory
to keep out of the danger zone.
4. Danger sign of rotating flails: do not enter the area of operation with hands or feet.
5. Danger of getting entangled: do not approach the rotating PTO shaft. Pay special
attention to clothes which must not be loose or fluttering.
6. Danger of crushing: keep out of the danger zone. Before you make any
adjustments or perform maintenance it is neccesary to lock the hydraulic cylinders.
Figure 5
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4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND
HANDLING
4.1 Lifting and Unloading
To handle the shredder use a hoist or a crane
with lifting capability suitable to the weight of
the machine (see Table 1) and with proper
chains and type approved hooks attach them
to the marked points, as shown in Figure 6.
4.2 Packing
To make transport easier, the shredder can be supplied in a special pack
(disassembled and on pallets).
In this case, a card showing the reassembling procedure will be attached to the Use
and Maintenance Manual.
4.2.1 Instructions For Assembly
Instructions for the assembly of the mower when it is shipped partially dismounted
(Figure A).
Inordertohavethemower stable duringtheoperations, hook themowerup to theshift
ofthe tractor.
•Switch off the tractor.
•Cut the fixing strings used for transport reasons.
•Bring the arm (1) and put it on the ground.
•Turn the arm (2) around as shown on Figure B.
•Put the arm (1) on the proper support (3) & (4) and lock with threaded pins (5).
•Fix the cylinder (6) (rod side) with threaded pin (7).
Figure 6
Figure A
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WARNING: All Operations Must Be Done Without The PTO Sharft Mounted.
4.3 Attachment to and Detachment from the Tractor
Before carrying out this operation and whenever the shredder is used, it is important
to:
•Visually check the machine in general.
•Check that all guards are fitted and in good condition.
•Confirm that all flails are fitted and in good condition.
•Grease the bearings and any other part as indicated by a decal (Figure 21).
•Check that all hydraulic pipes are in good condition, look for signs of leakage
beneath the machine.
•Check that the number or revolutions and the rotational direction of the power take
off correspond to those required by the shredder (Figure 7).
Figure B
Figure 7
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•To attachthe machine tothetractor (Figure 8), bringthetractor lower lines (1)nearthe
shredder,to the pointscorrespondingto the pins.
•Insert the pins (2) and secure them with the spring clips (3).
•Fit the top link (4) and adjust it at the limit of the slot side tractor (see Figure 8) in
order to follow any small depression on the ground. Raise the shredder to a
perpendicular position with the ground. Adjust the two tractor lower linkage
stabilizers (3) thus fixing the machine to the tractor in a central position.
•Lift the stand (5).
•Connect the pipes for ram control to the tractor and mark them to avoid reversing
them during assembly (see Figure 15).
•Proceedin reverse order to detachthe shredder fromthetractor.
4.4 Fitting The PTO Shaft
4.4.1 Following the instructions in 4.3,
assemble the PTO shaft (6) and check
that the overlap is not less than 2/3 of L.
Be sure to keep a 1.6” backlash (Figure
8). If it needs shortening, proceed as in
(Figure 9).
4.4.2 The guards of the PTO shaft must be
fixed to the shredder and to the tractor
with chains to prevent rotation. The
minimum overlap of the guard and the
PTO shaft must not be less than 2”
(Figure 10).
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
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4.5 Tractor Stability
Due to the design of the shredders and the work they do, it is essential to ensure
tractor stability in order to eliminate any risk of an imbalance or overturning.
Lift the shredder and check that the tractor’s front tires do not lift up. In case they do,
ballast the rear wheel of the tractor opposite to the extended arms and in front.
(Figure 11).
IMPORTANT:
• Never work with the extended arms when the tractor is on sloping grounds.
• During transport, the machine must be in the central position.
4.6 Parking
•Park the machine in a safe place, on flat and firm ground, in order to prevent the
risk of rolling over.
•Lower the shredder to the ground with the aid of the hydraulic lift of the tractor.
After lowering and blocking the stand, close the arms and lower the flail head to the
ground (Figure 12).
Figure 11
Figure 12
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5ADJUSTMENT AND SETTING UP
5.1 Adjustment of the height of cut is obtained by shifting the flail head roller in order to
suit the material to be cut and the required degree of chopping (Figure 13).
IMPORTANT: Flailsmust nevertouchthe ground.
5.2 Adjusting belt tension
This operation must be carried out with the shredder standing on the ground, the
power takeoff disconnected and the iginition key removed.
Remove the belts guard, loosen the 4 screws (1) fixing the gearbox, adjust the link
(2) to obtain a belt deflection of no more than .6”. with 10 lbs. of pressure applied
(see Figure 14).
Atthe end of the operation,tightenthe4 screws (1) holding thegearboxandreassemble
thebelts guard.
Figure 13
Figure 14
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6USE AND OPERATING RULES
6.1 Ram control
6.1.1 The ram control levers of the shredder are placed inside the cab and are part of the
shredder. This delivers the hydraulic power necessary to run the shredder.
•Ram (1) (Figure 15) controls the adjustment of the flail head.
•Ram (2) controls side movement of the flail head.
6.1.2 Controls with distributor (OPTIONAL)
For tractors equipped with just one pressure tube or when requested by the user, a
distributor for ram control can be fitted to the shredder. This is also equipped with a
floating position to control the ram (1) (Figure 15).
6.2 Starting
•Before using the shredder check the tightness of all bolts and the integrity of all
guards. Check that the number of revolutions and the rotational direction of the
power takeoff of the tractor correspond to those required by the shredder, see
decal on the gearbox (Figure 7).
•Engage the power takeoff at low engine RPM (without jerking) to avoid damaging
the transmission (gearbox and belts).
Figure 15
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6.3 Working Mode
6.3.1 Adjust the machine to suit the type of work to be done and the material to be cut:
•Adjust the height of cut, as shown in Figure 13.
Working speed is chosen to suite the material to be cut and the degree of chopping
required.
The optimum speed ranges from 2 to 5 miles per hour.
IMPORTANT: When extending and closing the arms, lightly lift the flail head off the
ground, to avoid damage to the frame (Figure 16)
IMPORTANT: Duringreverse movement, liftthe shredder offthe groundtoavoid
damaging the machine (Figure 17 & 18)
6.4 Stopping
Before stopping the tractor:
•Close the arms and lower the flail head to the ground.
•Disconnect the power takeoff.
•Stop the tractor, take out the ignition key and apply the hand brake.
•If the ground is sloping, block the tractor wheels.
Figure 16
Figure 17
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6.5 Transport Position
For transport it is mandatory to:
•Observe all road transport requirements and fit the necessary warning signs
(Figure 19).
•Secure the arm and the flail head with the appropriate chain, to prevent movement.
IMPORTANT: Duringtransportreduce speed especially on bumpy roads.The weightof
theshredder may renderdrivingdifficult and damage themachineitself. The power
takeoffmust bedisconnectedduring transport.
Figure 19
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7MACHINE MAINTENANCE
All maintenance, cleaning and repair operations must be carried out with the
shredder firmly lowered to the ground and detached from the tractor, or with
disconnected PTO, engine off and ignition key out.
After the first 2 hours of operation from new (or after fitting new belts), check belt
tension.
Check regularly after every 8 hours’ operation:
•Tighten bolts and nuts.
•Check wear and condition of flails.
•Check that the protection flaps may be blocked or damaged by the presence of
mud and stones or residuals of mown material. Should this be the case stop the
tractor immediately, clean and repair the protection flaps as necessary. Adjustmets
or maintenance work should only be carried out when the machine is stopped and
the tractor engine is switched off.
•Check belt stretch and condition.
•Visually check the frame and arms to detect possible damage caused by earlier
work.
•Check gearbox and extension lubricating levels.
•Grease the parts as shown on the appropriate decal (Figure 20).
Thisoperation must always be carried outatthe end of each working day.This
facilitates the removal of mud or other material from the rotating parts (bearing, pins,
etc.) in order to avoid rust and possible seizure.
•Every 100 hours’ operation, grease the moving parts of the PTO shaft, extracting
the two parts of the shaft.
•After long inactivity, repeat the operation before re-using the machine.
•Use grease such as AGIP GR MU EP/2 (classification DIN 51825 (KP 2 K).
To fill oil to level, use:
•For gearbox use oil AGIP BLASIA 220 or compatible oils (classification ISO VG
220).
•Amount of oil (at level) ,5 quarts.
Figure 20
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8. TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART
PROBLEM CAUSE FIX
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Irregular cut
Machine noise
Gearbox noise
Vibration
Premature flail wear
Excessive backlash in the
arms & joints
Flail head lowers
involuntarily
Breakage of roller bearings
Belts overheating
•Worn, bent or broken fails
•Machine is not level with
the ground
•Clogged material due to
excessive working speed
•Loose bolts
•Cracks or initiation of flail
head
•Lack of oil
•Worn gears
•Worn bearings
•Broken or worn flails
•Unbalanced rotor
•Worn rotor bearings
•Flails touching the ground
•Worn pins
•Worn arm sliding blocks
•Worn glands in the rams
•Violent impact on the
ground when the arm is
lowered
•Dirty or little greased
bearings
•Flails touching the ground
•Working speed unsuitable
for amount of the material
to cut
•Belts slip on the pulleys
•Replace
•Level it by adjusting the
flail head hydraulic ram
•Reduce working speed
•Tighten bolts
•Have it repaired in
specialized workshop
•Fill to level
•Replace
•Replace
•Replace
•Have it replaced in
authorized workshop
•Have them replaced in
authorized workshop
•Adjust height of cut
•Replace
•Adjust
•Replace glands in
authorized shop
•Lower it gently
•Clean and grease
•Adjust cut height
•Reduce speed
•Adjust belt tension
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9REPLACING PARTS
Before carrying out any work, it is mandatory to:
•Lower the shredder to the ground.
•Disconnect the power takeoff, stop the tractor and take out the ignition key.
•Wear working gloves.
9.1 Flail Replacement
When the flails are worn, they must all be
replaced. In case of a partially broken flail it is
advisable to replace the broken one and the
one diametrically opposite, in order to maintain
the balance (Figure 21).
9.2 Pipe Replacement
•Before working on the hydraulic system, bleed all pressure, working with the
engine stopped and using all control levers.
•Pay particular attention to cleanliness as dirt and dust can cause considerable
damage to the hydraulic system
•Replace any damaged pipes with genuine spare parts or with others of the same
specification; ensure that they are not kinked or twisted, remembering to check this
throughout the entire cycle of arm movement.
9.3 Pin Replacement
•Carry out this operation with the aid of a lift or hoist, to prevent detached
component from falling, and also to avoid upsetting the balance of the machine.
•When replacing parts, clean and grease their housings.
9.4 Belt Replacement
This operation must be carried out with the flail head touching the ground, the power
takeoff disconnected and the ignition key out.
•Remove the beltguard, loosen the screws (1) (Figure 14), unscrew the tightener
(2), remove the belts and replace them with similar ones for dimensions and type.
See 5.2 for registration.
IMPORTANT - More complex operations must be done in authorized workshops.
Figure 21
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