GreenTec HS 172 User manual

GreenTec HS172-212-242 Cutterbar 3
1. edition 2020

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GreenTec HS172-212-242 Cutterbar 3
Greentec HS 172-212-242
Instruction manual
1. edition –2020
Original edition
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the user is handed this instruction manual before using the machine
for the first time. It is important that the user fully understands the content before
using the machine.
In case of further resale of the machine, the instruction manual must be handed
over to the new owner!
The content of the instruction manual is based on information that was valid at the
time of publication.
As our products are under continuous development and improvement, changes in
the specifications will be made. If there is information that differs from the machine
at hand, you can receive instructions from the GreenTec Aftersale department.
Merkurvej 25
DK 6000 Kolding
Danmark
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
mail: [email protected]
web: www.greentec.eu

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Indholdsfortegnelse
PREFACE ______________________________________________________________________________________ 5
Useful information ______________________________________________________________________ 6
Generel information in the use of the instruction manual _______________________________________ 7
Declaration of Conformity ________________________________________________________________ 9
SAFETY______________________________________________________________________________________ 10
Intended use __________________________________________________________________________ 10
Unauthorized conversions and modifications are prohibited____________________________________ 10
Personnel qualification and training _______________________________________________________ 10
General safety information_______________________________________________________________ 10
Safety information for operation __________________________________________________________ 11
Safety information for assembly, maintenance and repair work _________________________________ 12
Personal safety equipment_______________________________________________________________ 13
Safety labels __________________________________________________________________________ 14
DESCRIPTION ______________________________________________________________________________ 15
Overview of the cutterbar, type plate, warning plates and instruction plate _______________________ 15
_____________________________________________________________________________________ 15
Layout and function ____________________________________________________________________ 16
Technical data _________________________________________________________________________ 17
ATTACHMENT AND REMOVAL __________________________________________________________ 18
Delivery ______________________________________________________________________________ 19
Mounting_____________________________________________________________________________ 19
Start-up ______________________________________________________________________________ 21
Hedge trimming _______________________________________________________________________ 22
Transport_____________________________________________________________________________ 23
Demounting___________________________________________________________________________ 23
STORAGE AND MOVING THE MACHINE ________________________________________________ 24
Storage ______________________________________________________________________________ 24
Maintenance __________________________________________________________________________ 25
Maintenance schedule __________________________________________________________________ 26
Cleaning______________________________________________________________________________ 27
Parts replacement______________________________________________________________________ 28
Lubrication ___________________________________________________________________________ 42
Parts_________________________________________________________________________________ 42
TROUBLESHOOTING ______________________________________________________________________ 44
BILAG 1 _____________________________________________________________________________________ 45
Tightening torques _____________________________________________________________________ 45

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Preface
Dear Customer!
Your new GreenTec machine is designed on the basis of more than 25 years of
experience with tractor mounted machines for the maintenance of green areas. The
machine is manufactured from the latest technology and in accordance with
approved safety regulations, standards and requirements.
We want to provide a product where no damages or misunderstandings occur during
operation, transport or maintenance of the machine.
The instruction manual contains information and instructions that are important and
useful for maintaining the operational reliability and value of the GreenTec machine.
Therefore, read this manual carefully as it will familiarize you with mounting, proper
use, care and maintenance.
Pay special attention to safety instructions.
You are welcome to visit our website www.greentec.eu - where you can use the
retailer login to access the latest updates of instruction manuals and spare parts
catalogue for our whole product line.
We hope you will be pleased with your new GreenTec machine.
Med venlig hilsen
John Christensen
Salgs Direktør GreenTec A/S
GreenTec's vision is to develop and sell quality machines for the maintenance of
green areas, for example in agriculture, industry, airports and the municipal sector.
Through innovative product development, we strive to become a leader in our field.
All machines are developed in a simple and functional design in close cooperation
with retailers and end users. Our goal is to uncover all needs in the market segment,
preferably with two different solutions. Through in-depth requirement analyzes and
quality counselling, the customer is offered the best solution, where individual
requirements can also be met through modular configuration of the product program.
We also aims to offer the best possible after sales service and a fast and efficient
spare parts supply.

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Useful information
The first time the machine is used, the seller is responsible for giving the buyer this
instruction manual. In addition, he must ensure that the buyer fully understands the
content before proceeding. If the machine is resold, the instruction book must be
handed over to the new owner.
The following fields are filled in for use when ordering spare parts or other inquiries.
Serial number
Date of delivery
Retailer
Mail
Phone
Merkurvej 25
DK 6000 Kolding
Danmark
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
web: www.greentec.eu
Åbningstid: mandag-fredag 8-16

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Generel information in the use of the instruction manual
Read this instruction manual carefully before mounting and using a machine.
If any doubts arise, contact your local retailer or the GreenTec Aftersale department.
Only use original GreenTec spare parts on GreenTec machines and equipment.
Definitions:
The following definitions apply to this entire instruction manual:
ATTENTION!
Risk of damage to the device!
Situation that may lead to property damage.
Instruktion
Ved en instruktion gives oplysninger der bidrager til en bedre forståelse
af betjeningen.
The following warning symbols are used in the warning notices:
General warning symbol
Warning of crushing injuries
Warning of cutting injuries
WARNING!
Probable danger to life and risk of injury!
Generally dangeroussituation that may lead to death or
severe injuries.
CAUTION!
Possible risk of injury!
Dangerous situation that may lead to injuries.

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Left Hand (LH) & Right Hand (RH)
These terms are used when the machine is mounted on the vehicle seen from
behind. The terms are also used when referring to the vehicle.
Serial number plate
All machines are equipped with a serial number plate that contains important
information related to the machine, including a unique serial number used for
identification.
NOTICE
The symbols in this manual are for the sole purpose of instructing and informing and
not illustrating the entirety of the components. Under special circumstances, the
symbols may appear different from the current machine, when this occurs, the
general procedure will be the same.

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Merkurvej 25, DK-6000 Kolding, Denmark
Declaration of Conformity
Iht.Maskindirektivet 2006/42/EF Bilag II.A
Manufactory: GreenTec A/S
Address: Mercurvej 25
Zip code and city: DK-6000 Kolding
I, the undersigned manufacturer, am authorized to prepare the technical documentation for
the machine and on due request, provide the technical dossier.
Type
Produkt
Bemærkninger
Models
Tool
Cutterbar
Olieflow behov 20- 32 l/min
HS 172
Olieflow behov 25- 40 l/min
HS 212
Olieflow behov 25- 40 l/min
HS 242
Hydraulic
reach
trimmer
Scorpion Serie 4
(Compact)
Only HS172 can be
mounted
330-4 S(backmount+ frontmount.)
430-4 S(backmount+ frontmount.)
Scorpion Serie 6
All HS modeller can be
mounted
530-6 S(backmount+ frontmount.)
530-6 S Plus (backm. + frontm.)
630-6 S(bagmount + frontmount.)
630-6 S Plus (bagm. + frontm.)
Scorpion Serie 8
All HS modeller can be
mounted
703-8 S (bagmount + frontmount.)
703-8 S Plus (bagm. + frontm.)
803-8 S (bagmount + frontmount.)
803-8 S Plus (bagm. + frontm.)
HXF 2802
Only H172 can be mounted
HXF 2802 + HXF 2802 Tele
HXF 3302
Alle HS modeller can be
mounted
HXF 3302 + HXF 3302 Tele
is manufactured by the above-mentioned company, complies with the guidelines of the
European Parliament and the Directive of the European Counsil 2006/42 / EC, referring to
international standards associated with its design and construction, as mentioned in the
technical documents.
DS/EN ISO 12100 3rd edition 2011. Safety of Machinery –General principles for design –
Risk assessment and risk reduction
DS/EN 14120 1th edition 2015. Safety of Machinery –Guards-General requirements for the
design and construction of fixed and movable guards.
DS/EN ISO 4413 1th edition 2010. Hydraulic fluid power –General rules and safety
requirements for systems and their components.
The declaration is valid for the tools mentioned above, including the machine’s connections,
i.e. suspension, stabilisation and hydraulic connection.
If the aforementioned equipment is connected to a vehicle with a tool frame or hydraulic
reach trimmer other than those mentioned above, it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that
the vehicle and the machine as a whole meet the applicable requirements in the relevant
directives for this.
Dato: 27.01.2020 Underskrift:___________________________
John Christensen - Salgsdirektør

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Safety
Intended use
The GreenTec hedge trimmer is designed for general hedge trimming within
landscaping, gardening, agriculture, forestry or similar areas of application.
Trimming can be done vertically and horizontally.
The thickness of branches to be cut must not exceed 40 mm.
All inspection and maintenance work must be carried out promptly.
All usage that exceeds or deviates from this is considered to be non-compliance with
the instruction book.
Non-compliance with the instruction book when using the hedge trimmer may cause
personal injury and material damage.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury that may arise as a result
of the use of the hedge trimmer that does not comply with the instruction book.
Unauthorized conversions and modifications are prohibited
Do not make any unauthorized conversions or modifications to the hedge trimmer.
Conversions or modifications are prohibited without the written permission of the
manufacturer and exclude liability for resulting damages.
Personnel qualification and training
•The hedge trimmer may be used, maintained and repaired only by persons who
are familiar with the system and have been instructed about the dangers.
•The area of responsibility, competence and supervision of personnel must be
exactly defined by the operator.
•If the personnel do not have sufficient skills, they must be trained and instructed.
•The operator must ensure that personnel have read and understood the contents
of this operating manual.
•Repairs that are not described in this operating manual may be carried out only
by authorized repair shops.
General safety information
•The user must follow the safety instructions described here, and abide by the
national regulations regarding general safety, and the responsibility for this rests
with the owner/operations manager.
•The relevant safety regulations and the generally accepted rules on safety
technology and occupational health, as well as the Road Traffic Act, must be
complied with.
•The safety instructions of the manufacturer of the vehicle or tool carrier must be
followed.
•At each start-up, the hedge trimmer must be checked for operational safety, for
damaged and missing or worn parts. Any defects identified must be rectified
promptly, before operation of the hedge trimmer begins.