McConnel ROBOCUT2 RC40 User manual

Publication 992
January 2021
Part No. 24214.92
Revision: 24.06.22
REMOTE CONTROLLED TRACTOR UNIT
Operator Manual

IMPORTANT
VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Dealer Warranty Information & Registration Verification
It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with McConnel Limited before
delivery to the end user –failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
To register machines; log onto https://my.mcconnel.com and select ‘Machine Registration’
which can be found in the ‘Warranty’section of the site. Confirm to the customer that
the machine has been registered by completing the verification form below.
Registration Verification
Dealer Name:
……………………..……………………………………………………………..
Dealer Address:
…….…………………………………………………………………………..
Customer Name:
……………………..…………………………………………………………
Date of Warranty Registration:
……/……/...… Dealer Signature: ………………..………
Note to Customer / Owner
Please ensure the section above has been completed and signed by the dealer to verify
your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited.
IMPORTANT: During the initial ‘bedding in’ period of a new machine it is the customer’s responsibility
to regularly inspect all nuts, bolts and hose connections for tightness and re-tighten if required. New
hydraulic connections occasionally weep small amounts of oil as the seals and joints settle in –where
this occurs it can be cured by re-tightening the connection –refer to torque settings chart below. The
tasks stated above should be performed on an hourly basis during the first day of work and at least
daily thereafter as part of the machine’s general maintenance procedure.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVER TORQUE HYDRAULIC FITTINGS AND HOSES
Torque Settings for Hydraulic Fittings
Hydraulic Hose Ends
Port Adaptors with Bonded Seals
BSP
Setting
Metric
BSP
Setting
Metric
1/4”
18 Nm
19 mm
1/4”
34 Nm
19 mm
3/8”
31 Nm
22 mm
3/8”
47 Nm
22 mm
1/2”
49 Nm
27 mm
1/2”
102 Nm
27 mm
5/8”
60 Nm
30 mm
5/8”
122 Nm
30 mm
3/4”
80 Nm
32 mm
3/4”
149 Nm
32 mm
1”
125 Nm
41 mm
1”
203 Nm
41 mm
1.1/4”
190 Nm
50 mm
1.1/4”
305 Nm
50 mm
1.1/2”
250 Nm
55 mm
1.1/2”
305 Nm
55 mm
2”
420 Nm
70 mm
2”
400 Nm
70 mm
Serial No.

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WARRANTY POLICY
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
All machines must be registered, by the selling dealer with McConnel Ltd, before delivery to the end user.
On receipt of the goods it is the buyer’s responsibility to check that the Verification of Warranty
Registration in the Operator’s Manual has been completed by the selling dealer.
1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
1.01. All mounted machines supplied by McConnel Ltd are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 12 months, unless a
different period is specified.
All Self Propelled Machines supplied by McConnel Ltd are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 12 months
or 1500 hours. Engine warranty will be specific to the Manufacturer of that unit.
1.02. All spare parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and purchased by the end user are warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 6
months. All parts warranty claims must be supported by a copy of the failed part invoice to the end
user. We cannot consider claims for which sales invoices are not available.
1.03. The warranty offered by McConnel Ltd is limited to the making good by repair or replacement for the
purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at its factory, to be defective under normal use
and service due to defects in material or workmanship. Returned parts must be complete and
unexamined. Pack the component(s) carefully so that any transit damage is avoided. All ports on
hydraulic items should be drained of oil and securely plugged to prevent seepage and foreign body
ingress. Certain other components, electrical items for example, may require particular care when
packing to avoid damage in transit.
1.04. This warranty does not extend to any product from which McConnel Ltd’s serial number plate has
been removed or altered.
1.05. The warranty policy is valid for machines registered in line with the terms and conditions detailed and
on the basis that the machines do not extend a period of 24 months or greater since their original
purchase date, that is the original invoice date from McConnel Limited.
Machines that are held in stock for more than 24 months cannot be registered for warranty.
1.06. This warranty does not apply to any part of the goods, which has been subjected to improper or
abnormal use, negligence, alteration, modification, fitment of non-genuine parts, accident damage,
or damage resulting from contact with overhead power lines, damage caused by foreign objects (e.g.
stones, iron, material other than vegetation), failure due to lack of maintenance, use of incorrect oil or
lubricants, contamination of the oil, or which has served its normal life. This warranty does not apply
to any expendable items such as blades, belts, clutch linings, filter elements, flails, flap kits, skids, soil
engaging parts, shields, guards, wear pads, pneumatic tyres or tracks.
1.07. Temporary repairs and consequential loss - i.e. oil, downtime and associated parts are specifically
excluded from the warranty.
1.08. Warranty on hoses is limited to 12 months and does not include hoses which have suffered external
damage. Only complete hoses may be returned under warranty, any which have been cut or repaired
will be rejected.
1.09. Machines must be repaired immediately a problem arises. Continued use of the machine after a
problem has occurred can result in further component failures, for which McConnel Ltd cannot be held
liable, and may have safety implications.
1.10. If in exceptional circumstances a non McConnel Ltd part is used to effect a repair, warranty
reimbursement will be at no more than McConnel Ltd’s standard dealer cost for the genuine part.

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1.11. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorised to give any
warranties of any nature on behalf of McConnel Ltd.
1.12. For machine warranty periods in excess of 12 months the following additional exclusions shall apply:
1.12.1. Hoses, exposed pipes and hydraulic tank breathers.
1.12.2. Filters.
1.12.3. Rubber mountings.
1.12.4. External electric wiring.
1.12.5. Bearings and seals
1.12.6. External Cables, Linkages
1.12.7. Loose/Corroded Connections, Light Units, LED’s
1.12.8. Comfort items such as Operator Seat, Ventilation, Audio Equipment
1.13. All service work, particularly filter changes, must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s
service schedule. Failure to comply will invalidate the warranty. In the event of a claim, proof of the
service work being carried out may be required.
1.14. Repeat or additional repairs resulting from incorrect diagnosis or poor quality previous repair work
are excluded from warranty.
NB Warranty cover will be invalid if any non-genuine parts have been fitted or used. Use of non-genuine
parts may seriously affect the machine’s performance and safety. McConnel Ltd cannot be held
responsible for any failures or safety implications that arise due to the use of non-genuine parts.
2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES
2.01. The warranty is not effective unless the Selling Dealer registers the machine, via the McConnel web
site and confirms the registration to the purchaser by completing the confirmation form in the
operator’s manual.
2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised McConnel Ltd dealer as soon as it occurs. Continued use
of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for which McConnel
Ltd cannot be held liable.
2.03. Repairs should be undertaken within two days of the failure. Claims submitted for repairs undertaken
more than 2 weeks after a failure has occurred, or 2 days after the parts were supplied will be
rejected, unless the delay has been authorised by McConnel Ltd. Please note that failure by the
customer to release the machine for repair will not be accepted as a reason for delay in repair or
submitting warranty claims.
2.04. All claims must be submitted, by an authorised McConnel Ltd Service Dealer, within 30 days of the
date of repair.
2.05. Following examination of the claim and parts, McConnel Ltd will pay, at their discretion, for any valid
claim the invoiced cost of any parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and appropriate labour and mileage
allowances if applicable.
2.06. The submission of a claim is not a guarantee of payment.
2.07. Any decision reached by McConnel Ltd. is final.
3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
3.01. McConnel Ltd disclaims any express (except as set forth herein) and implied warranties with respect to
the goods including, but not limited to, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
3.02. McConnel Ltd makes no warranty as to the design, capability, capacity or suitability for use of the
goods.
3.03. Except as provided herein, McConnel Ltd shall have no liability or responsibility to the purchaser or
any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused
directly or indirectly by the goods including, but not limited to, any indirect, special, consequential, or
incidental damages resulting from the use or operation of the goods or any breach of this warranty.
Notwithstanding the above limitations and warranties, the manufacturer’s liability hereunder for
damages incurred by the purchaser or others shall not exceed the price of the goods.
3.04. No action arising out of any claimed breach of this warranty or transactions under this warranty may
be brought more than one (1) year after the cause of the action has occurred.

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4. MISCELLANEOUS
4.01. McConnel Ltd may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of
any terms shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other term.
4.02. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be
unenforceable, then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
4.03. Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to the purchaser in addition to those provided herein.
McConnel Limited

For Safety and Performance…
ALWAYS READ THE BOOK FIRST
In line with our policy of constant improvement, this publication will be periodically updated; to ensure you
have access to the latest version of this manual please visit the manuals library on our website where an
‘up-to-date’ version can be referenced online or downloaded.
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McCONNEL LIMITED
Temeside Works
Ludlow
Shropshire
England
Telephone: [phone]
www.mcconnel.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 - PRELIMINARY INFORMATION 5
1.2 - TRAINING REQUIRED FROM THE OPERATOR 6
1.3 - WARNINGS ON USE AND STORAGE 6
1.4 - INTRODUCTION 7
1.4.1 - UPDATING THE MANUAL 7
1.4.2 - COPYRIGHT 7
1.5 - WARRANTIES 7
1.6 - RESPONSIBILITIES 8
1.7 - PERMITTED USES 8
1.8 - IMPROPER OR PROHIBITED USES 9
1.9 - RUNNING-IN AND TESTINGTHE MACHINE 10
2.1 - MACHINE DESCRIPTION 11
2.2 - RULES APPLIED 12
2.3 - MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 13
2.3.1 - MACHINE DIRECTIONS 13
2.4 - NOISE LEVEL 14
3.1 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES 15
3.1.1 - GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE THOROUGHLY 15
3.1.2 - WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 16
3.1.3 - USE SAFETY EQUIPMENT 16
3.1.4 - WARNINGS FOR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE 17
3.1.5 - CHECKING THE MACHINE 17
3.2 - GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 18
3.2.1 - SAFETY WARNINGS 18
3.2.2 - OPERATIONAL SAFETY 19
3.2.3 - SAFETY WHEN USING GRASS MOWING EQUIPMENT 19
3.2.4 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 20
3.2.5 - LOCATION OF THE SAFETY SIGNS 21
3.2.6 - DESCRIPTION OF THE SAFETY SIGNS 22
3.2.7 - PRECAUTIONS REGARDING THE EQUIPMENT 24
3.3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES 24
3.3.1 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE 24
3.3.2 - SAFETY DURING REFUELLING ANDTOPPING UP 25
3.4 - MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS 25
3.4.1 - WARNING SIGNS 25
3.4.2 - TOOLS 25
3.4.3 - PERSONNEL 26
3.4.4 - WORKING UNDER THE MACHINE 26
3.4.5 - KEEPING THE MACHINE CLEAN 26
3.4.6 - PERIODICAL REPLACEMENT OF THE MAINSAFETY COMPONENTS 27
3.4.7 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 27
1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
5
2 - MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
11
3 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
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4.1 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 28
4.2 - MACHINE NAME 31
5.1 - DEFINITION OF THE TERMS USED 33
6.1 - PRELIMINARY CHECKS 34
6.2 - CHECKS TO BE PERFORMED ATTHE START OF EACH WORKING DAY 34
6.2.1 - CHECKING THE CHROME-PLATED PARTS 34
6.2.2 - DESCRIPTION OF RECEIVER UNIT 35
6.2.3 - TRANSMITTER DESCRIPTION 36
6.3 - TRANSMITTER USE 37
6.3.1 - CONNECTION BETWEEN MACHINE AND TRANSMITTER 38
6.3.2 - STARTING THE ENGINE 39
6.3.3 - STOPPING THE ENGINE 41
6.3.4 - STOPPING THE ENGINE INAN EMERGENCY 42
6.3.5 - ENGINE RPM CHECK 43
6.3.6 - SLOW/FAST TRAVEL SWITCH 43
6.3.7 - TRAVEL SPEED POTENTIOMETER 44
6.3.8 - MOVING THE MACHINE FORWARDSAND BACKWARDS 44
6.3.9 - STEERING THE MACHINE 45
6.3.10 - STEERING BIAS CONTROL 45
6.3.11 - LIFTING DEVICE 46
6.3.12 - HOW TO HITCH UPA TOOL 47
6.3.13 - OPERATING THE TOOL 49
6.3.14 - STOPPING THE TOOL 50
6.3.15 - AUXILIARY FUNCTION(AUX 1) 50
6.3.16 - AUXILIARY FUNCTION(AUX 2) 51
6.3.17 - AUXILIARY FUNCTION(AUX 3) 51
6.3.18 - TRANSMITTER/RECEIVER CONNECTION BUTTON / HORN 52
6.3.19 - REVERSIBLE FAN 53
6.3.20 - REMOTE CONTROL DISPLAY 54
6.3.21 - STATUS LED 54
6.4 - CONTROL PANEL 55
6.4.1 - LCD DISPLAY 55
6.4.2 - WARNING LIGHTS 57
6.4.3 - MACHINE HOURS COUNTER / MAINTENANCE SCREEN 58
6.4.4 - ALARMS SCREEN 59
6.4.5 - INCLINOMETER SCREEN (OPTIONAL) 59
6.4.6 - CHANGE OPERATION MODE SCREEN (OPTIONAL) 60
6.4.7 - REGENERATION SCREEN 60
6.4.8 - FUSES AND RELAYS 61
6.4.9 - FUSES AND RELAYS OF THE CENTRALCONTROL UNIT 61
6.5 - EXHAUST GAS POST TREATMENT SYSTEM 63
6.5.1 - DPF OVERVIEW (PARTICULATE FILTER) 63
6.5.2 - MAINTENANCE AND ASSISTANCE FOR THEPARTICULATE FILTER 64
6.5.3 - RESET REGENERATION 65
6.5.4 - STATIONARY REGENERATION 65
4 - TECHNICAL DATA
28
5 - TERMINOLOGY
33
6 - USE OF THE MACHINE
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6.5.5 - FORCED STATIONARY REGENERATION 66
7.1 - FAULTS 68
7.1.1 - DIESEL ENGINE 68
7.1.2 - TROUBLESHOOTING CONTROL UNIT LE70 69
7.1.3 - ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT 72
7.1.4 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 72
7.1.5 –DRIVE MOTORS 73
7.2 - WORKING WITH THE MACHINE 74
7.3 - CONTROL STATION –OPERATOR WORK AREA 76
7.1 - LOADING AND UNLOADING OPERATIONS FOR ROAD TRAVEL 77
7.1.1 - IF THE MACHINE BREAKS DOWN 78
7.2 - USING THE MANUAL CONTROL 79
7.2.1 - MANUAL CONTROL FUNCTIONS 79
7.3 - STARTING THE ENGINE USING ANAUXILIARY BATTERY 80
8.1 - DISMANTLING, DECOMMISSIONING 81
9.1 - INTRODUCTION 82
9.2 - GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 82
9.3 - EXTRAORDINARY INTERVENTIONS 83
9.4 - FLUIDS AND GREASES 83
9.4.1 - TABLE 83
9.4.2 - COOLANT 84
9.4.3 - FUEL 84
9.5 - ENGINE MAINTENANCE 85
9.5.1 - ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK 85
9.5.2 - FILTER AND ENGINE OIL CHANGE 86
9.5.3 - COOLANT LEVEL CHECK 88
9.5.4 - COOLANT REPLACEMENT 89
9.5.5 - FUEL LEVEL CHECK 92
9.5.6 - DRAINING AND BLEEDING THEFUEL SEPARATOR 93
9.5.7 –PRIMARY FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT 94
9.5.8 - REPLACING THE FUEL FILTER 96
9.5.9 - CLEANING OR REPLACINGAIR FILTERS 98
9.5.10 - CLEANING THE RADIATOR CASING ANDTHE RADIATOR 100
9.6 - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 101
9.6.1 - HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL CHECK 101
9.6.2 - CHANGING THE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 102
9.6.3 - CHANGING THE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 103
9.7 - MAINTENANCE OF THE HYDRAULIC MOTORS ANDHYDRAULIC VALVES 104
9.8 - CHECKING AND MAINTAINING THEELECTRICAL SYSTEM 104
9.8.1 - V-BELT INSPECTION/TENSIONING 105
9.8.2 - REPLACING THE V-BELT 106
9.8.3 - CHECKING THE BATTERY CHARGE 108
9.9 - PERIODICAL REPLACEMENT OF THESAFETY COMPONENTS 109
7 - TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING
77
8 - STORAGE
81
9 - MAINTENANCE
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9.10 - WHEEL DRIVE MAINTENANCE 110
9.10.1 - CHECKING THE TIGHTNESS OF THE SCREWS 110
9.11 - TRACK MAINTENANCE 111
9.11.1 - CHECKING THE TRACK TENSION PRESSURE 111
9.11.2 - REPLACING THE TRACK 113
9.11.3 - ROLLER WEAR 114
9.12 - GREASING THE LIFTING DEVICE 114
9.12.1 - CHECKING THE CHROME-PLATED PARTS 114
9.13 - MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS 115
9.13.1 - MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY 115
10.1 - FIRE 116
10.2 - ASSISTING THE OPERATOR IN CASEOF ILLNESS 116
11.1 - SCREW TIGHTENING TABLE 117
11.2 - FITTINGS TIGHTENING TABLE 117
10 - INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
116
11 - TIGHTENING TABLES
117
12 - NOTES
118

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1.1 - PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
This is the machine use and maintenance instruction manual and is compliant under:
• Directive Machine 2006/42/EC and subsequent amendments and additions.
• Statutory instruments 2008 No. 1597.
Do not destroy or modify it and only supplement it with additional files.
Publication: 992
Part No.: 24214.92
Issued: 01/2021
Machine type: Remote-controlled, self-propelled machine
Model: RC40
The manual is valid from serial number: M2165985
McConnel Limited, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire, SY8 1JL, UK
Tel: [phone] Email: [e-mail] Website: www.mcconnel.com
AS SUPPLIED (Hood Ram Spacer)
The flail head is fitted with a hydraulic ram to allow movement of the hinged hood. The movement of this
ram is restricted with an internal spacer. This is to stop operators inadvertently opening the hood when
cutting alongside the highway. This reduces the risk to passing traffic from being hit by objects ejected
at speed from the working flail head. It should be noted that with the hinged hood opened objects could
be thrown a considerable distance. Being struck by a thrown object could result in injury or death.
If the machine is being used away from the highway, other vehicles and bystanders are not normally in
the vicinity then the spacer can be removed provided the general safety information and specific
following conditions are met;
 A detailed work area and bystander risk assessment is undertaken before work begins.
 The operator has been trained in the safe use of the Robocut, including safe retrieval of the unit from
any situation where it could become stuck or trapped.
 The hydraulic ram is returned to the approved version after usage away from the highway and before
the re-sale to another party.
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DESCRIPTION
.DANGER.
Machines are supplied pre-fitted with an internal ram spacer to
prevent inadvertent opening of the hood when working in the vicinity
of highways and public areas – the ram spacer must be fitted at all
times when operating the machine in these types of areas.

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1.2 - TRAINING REQUIRED FROM THE OPERATOR
Reading this manual thoroughly:
•All machine maintenance personnel must read this entire manual thoroughly and pay maximum
attention to its requirements.
•The employer has an obligation to ensure that the operator possesses the required abilities to
operate the machine, and that they have read this manual.
1.3 - WARNINGS ON USE AND STORAGE
The operating instructions contained in this manual are valid exclusively for the McConnel RC40.
This instruction manual must be read and used as follows:
•Carefully read the instruction manual and consider it an integral part of the machine;
•The instruction manual must be readily accessible by the personnel assigned to operate it and to
perform maintenance on it;
•This manual should be kept for the entire service life of the machine;
•Make sure that any received update is incorporated into the text;
•Pass on the manual to any other user or subsequent owner of the machine;
•Use the manual in such a way as not to damage it;
•Do not remove, tear, or rewrite any parts of the manual for any reason;
•Keep the manual in a place protected from moisture and heat;
•If the manual is lost or partially damaged and it is no longer possible to read its contents either
partially/completely, it is advisable to request a new manual from themanufacturer.
Pay maximum attention to the following symbols and to their meanings. They serve to highlight
particular information such as:
WARNING
With reference to additions or suggestions for the correct use of the machine.
ATTENTION
With reference to dangerous situations that can occur when using the machine and
which could cause severe injury to people or damage to property.
DANGER
With reference to dangerous situations that can occur when using the machine and
which could cause severe injury or death if not avoided.

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1.4 - INTRODUCTION
The service instructions outlined in this manual are an integral part of the machine supply contract.
These instructions are also addressed to operators already specifically trained to operate this kind
of machinery and contain all the information necessary and essential for safe operation and for the
correct/optimal use of the machine. Hurried and incomplete preparations may lead to improvisation
and this is the cause of many accidents;
Before starting work, carefully read and thoroughly observe the following advice:
•Become familiar confident with all permissible operations and operating positions before startingto
operate the machine;
•The operator must always have the instruction manual available at all times;
•Plan each intervention carefully;
•Obtain all the information necessary for machine road transport, such as distance, itinerary, height
of level crossings, height of bridges, etc.;
•Be knowledgeable about where and how the machine should be operated: ground bearing weight,
necessary outreach, mobility limitation due to the presence of buildings, power lines and similar;
•Before starting to work, make sure that the safety devices are working properly and there is no
uncertainty regarding their operation; if this is not the case, do not use the machine under any
circumstances;
•When travelling by road, respect all the regulations and requirements in force on road traffic
circulation;
•Carefully read the warnings relating to special hazards contained in this manual;
•Constant and thorough preventive maintenance always guarantees high operational safety of
the machine. Never put off necessary repairs and ensure they are performed exclusively by
specialised personnel, using only original spare parts.
1.4.1 - UPDATING THE MANUAL
The information, descriptions and illustrations contained in this manual reflect the state of the art
at the time the machine was marketed.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the machines at any time for technical
or commercial reasons. In the event that such changes are made, the manufacturer has no
obligation (for safety reasons) to modify the other machines sold up to that point or to send
updates for the manual. Moreover, this publication shall not be considered inadequate. Any
additions that the manufacturer deems appropriate to provide as a result of the changes made
must be kept with the manual and considered an integral part thereof.
1.4.2 - COPYRIGHT
The copyright of this manual belongs to the machine's manufacturer. This manualcontains
technical texts, drawings and illustrations which may not be divulged or transmitted to third
parties, in whole or in part, without the written authorisation of the machine manufacturer.
1.5 - WARRANTIES
The parts supplied by McConnel are covered by a 12-month warranty, that becomes valid upon
commissioning, proven by the documentation delivered to the customer. In any case, refer to the
machine order confirmation or to any specific agreements entered into during the sale.
McConnel shall repair or replace parts recognised as defective during the warranty period (see
attached service log).

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By replacing the defective part, McConnel shall consider itself free from any other expenses borne by the
Dealer and the Dealer's Customer, for instance alleged damage, either present or future, such as lost
earnings, conventional penalties, etc.
Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance must be performed in accordance with the instructions contained in
this manual. For all cases not included and for every type of assistance, contact McConnel directly by
registered letter or fax, even in the case of agreements made by telephone. McConnel shall not be held
responsible for any delays or missed interventions. McConnel shall not be held responsible for any damage
or malfunctions due to technical operations carried out on the machine by unauthorised personnel.
1.6 - RESPONSIBILITIES
McConnel considers itself exempted from all liability and obligations for accidents involving personal injuries
or damage to property which may occur due to:
•Failure to observe the instructions given in this manual to run, operate and perform maintenance on the
machine;
•Abrupt actions or incorrect manoeuvres when operating or performing maintenance on the machine;
•modifications made to the machine without prior written authorisation from McConnel;
•Any other events that cannot be considered normal and correct use of the machine.
In any case, whenever the user blames the accident on a defect of the machine, it is necessary to
prove that the consequent damage was a main and direct consequence of such defect.
Any tampering or the use of non-original spare parts will create the conditions for voiding the warranty
and put the operator's safety at risk.
ATTENTION
•For repairs or maintenance always make exclusive use of original spareparts.
•McConnel declines all liability for any damage that may be caused as a result of non-
compliance with the above.
•The machine is guaranteed according to the contractual agreements entered into
upon sale.
•The warranty, however, will not apply if the rules and instructions of use contained
in this manual have not been complied with.
1.7 - PERMITTED USES
RC40 is a machine manufactured to be used by professional personnel. The machine is a self- propelled
radio-controlled vehicle that can be used in the agricultural sector, with the possibility of attaching different
tools to the front lifting equipment, as well as in the forestry sector.
RC40 (hereinafter referred to as “machine”) and the tools are not toys, but a PROFESSIONAL MACHINE.
Always respect the conditions of use specified by the producers of the machine. The machine is suitable for
performing flail mowing operations at a speed of up to 4-5 km/h, depending on the conditions of the ground
and the type and condition of material to be cut (length, whether dry or wet, density etc.) and on slopes
having a maximum inclination of 55°.
This machine is generally used during daylight hours. If, under exceptional circumstances, it has to be used
at night or in conditions of reduced visibility, an auxiliary lighting system must be used. Operate in daylight
or with artificial lights which guarantee a visibility of at least 100 metres.

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1.8 - IMPROPER OR PROHIBITED USES
ATTENTION
With reference to dangerous situations that can occur when using the machine and
which could cause severe injury to people or damage to property.
WARNING
This paragraph indicates some of the improper or unauthorised uses; as it is
impossible to foresee all possible improper uses, if there are particular occasions of
use of the machine not contemplated among those permitted, consult McConnel before
carrying out the work.
The following uses must always be strictly avoided:
•Use of the machine by minors, inexperienced, untrained, or unlicensedpersons;
•Using the machine to lift people or objects;
•Using the flail mower head as a piledriver;
•Using the machine to tow damaged vehicles;
•It must not be used on surfaces contaminated by glass, loose stones, pieces of iron or other extraneous
bodies that could be kicked up by the blades of the tool;
•Lifting or pulling tilted loads;
•Placing accessories or equipment classified as dangerous due to their chemical or physical properties
(e.g. flammable, toxic, explosive materials etc.) on the machine;
•Overloading the machine beyond its permitted limits;
•Increasing the working length with booms without the authorisation of McConnel;
•Using the machine with equipment not authorised by McConnel;
•Making changes to the machine (hydraulic, electrical, or mechanical);
•The machine must not be used on public roads.
DANGER
If the machine is used in the ways specified above, there will be the risk of overturning
or structural breakage of the same, with the consequent risk of injury or death of the
operator.
Range of action means an area that should be free of people, as it could be hazardous. Tothis end,
also consider what is indicated in the manuals of the individual pieces of equipment and the different
operating modes used.

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1.9 - RUNNING-IN AND TESTING THE MACHINE
Each machine is carefully adjusted and tested before delivery.
A new machine must however be used with caution for the first 100 hours for the purpose of the efficient
running-in of the various components.
If the machine is subjected to an excessive work load during the initial phase of operation, its potential
performance will be prematurely compromised, and its functionality reduced in a short period of time.
During the running-in period, pay close attention to the following points:
•After start-up, let the engine run at a low speed for 5-6 minutes;
•Avoid running the machine at the maximum speed for the first 100 hours of operation.Avoid sudden
accelerations or decelerations.
Refer to the service booklet attached for the various types of maintenance to be carried out. Also refer to
the engine manual and to the equipment manual for any type of work that has to be carried out.
ATTENTION
When replacing oil and diesel filters, inspect them internally to check if there are any
deposits. If there are, check for possible causes before restarting the machine.

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2.1 - MACHINE DESCRIPTION
Multi-purpose operating machine, specific for grass mowing, shrubs, grass maintenance of roadsides,
embankments, etc.
Equipped with hydraulic attachments with quick screw couplings
which allow the replacement of various equipment depending on
the operational needs.
The machine has a multi-purpose lifter that allows all the
equipment allowed by McConnel to be connected.
PERMITTED EQUIPMENT
All the equipment validated by McConnel and listed here, does not alter the stability of the vehicle,
including the equipment, up to the permitted gradient (both for equipment with and without ballast).
McConnel declines all responsibility for damage of any kind caused by improper use or use other than
that described above.
The approved equipment enables the machine to remain stable at the maximum permitted gradients.
CUTTING HEAD
MOWER BAR
ROTARY MOWER
TRENCHER
ROTARY HARROW
ROTARY TILLER
RAKE
LAND BLADE
SNOW BLADE
WINCH
Ballast weights should be applied when using the following equipment:
FORESTRY HEAD (rotary hammers)
BIO-SHREDDER;
FRONT LOADER BUCKET;
BUCKET
FORKS
GRAPPLE BUCKET
SNOW BLOWER
TREE SHAKER
FORESTRY WINCH
2 - MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS