McConnel ROBOMAX User manual

Publication 861
February 2017
Part No. 23671.61
McCONNEL
ROBOMAX
80HP REMOTE CONTROLLED MOWER
Operation Manual
For Machines 02/15 to 09/17
Serial No. ROBOM021500001 ►ROBOM091700023

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 go to the McConnel Limited web site at www.mcconnel.com, log
onto ‘Dealer Inside’ and select the ‘Machine Registration button’which can be found in
the Service Section of the site. Confirm to the customer that the machine has been
registered in the section below.
Should you experience any problems registering a machine in this manner please contact
the McConnel Service Department on 01584 875848.
Registration Verification
Dealer Name:
……………………..…………………………………………………………….
Dealer Address:
…….………………………………………………………………………….
Customer Name:
……………………..…………………………………………………………
Date of Warranty Registration:
……/……/...…… Dealer Signature: ………………..……
NOTE TO CUSTOMER / OWNER
Please ensure that the above section above has been completed and signed by the selling
dealer to verify that 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 machines 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

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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

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Conforming to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
We,
McCONNEL LIMITED, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL, UK
Hereby declare that:
The Product; Radio Controlled Tracked Mower
Product Code; RMOW
Serial No. & Date ………………………………… Type …………………………
Manufactured in; Italy
Complies with the required provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
The machinery directive is supported by the following harmonized standards;
■BS EN ISO 12100 (2010) Safety of machinery –General principles for design –Risk
assessment and risk reduction.
■BS EN 349 (1993) + A1 (2008) Safety of machinery - Minimum distances to avoid the
entrapment with human body parts.
■BS EN ISO 14120 (2015) Safety of machinery - Guards general requirements for the
design and construction of fixed and movable guards.
■BS EN 4413 (2010) Hydraulic fluid power. Safety requirements for systems and their
components.
McCONNEL LIMITED operates an ISO 9001:2008 quality management system,
certificate number: FM25970.
This system is continually assessed by the;
British Standards Institution (BSI), Beech House, Milton Keynes, MK14 6ES, UK
BSI is accredited by UK Accreditation Service, accreditation number: UKAS 003.
The EC declaration only applies if the machine stated above is used in
accordance with the operating instructions.
Signed …………………................ Responsible Person
CHRISTIAN DAVIES on behalf of McCONNEL LIMITED
Status: General Manager Date: January 2018

For Safety and Performance…
ALWAYS READ THE BOOK FIRST
Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can
expose you to chemicals including gasoline, diesel fuel,
lubricants, petroleum products, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, and phthalates, which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as
necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your vehicle. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. This website,
operated by California's Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, provides information
about these chemicals and how individuals may be exposed to them.
McCONNEL LIMITED
Temeside Works
Ludlow
Shropshire
England
Telephone: [phone]
www.mcconnel.com

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CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 Preliminary information 9
1.2 Operator training 10
1.3 Instructions for use 10
1.4 Introduction 11
1.4.1 Manual updates 11
1.4.2 Copyright 11
1.5 Warranties 12
1.6 Responsibilities 12
1.7 Permitted uses 13
1.8 Improper or non-permitted uses 13
1.9 Running in and testing the machine 14
CHAPTER 2 - MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS
2.1 Description of the machine 15
2.2 Standards applied 15
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CHAPTER 3 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
3.1 General safety standards 18
3.1.1 Fully understanding the machine 19
3.1.2 Wearing safety clothing 19
3.1.3 Warnings for checks and maintenance 19
3.1.4 Machine checks 20
3.1.5 Handling and transport 21
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3.2.1 Safety warnings 23
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3.2.3 Operational safety 23
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3.2.6 Location of the safety plates 25
3.2.7 Description of the safety plates 26
3.3 General safety rules
3.3.1 Care and maintenance 28
3.3.2 Safety during refuelling and topping up 29
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3.4.1 Warning plates 30
3.4.2 Tools 30
3.4.3 Personnel 30
3.4.4 Works performed under the machine 31
3.4.5 Keeping the machine clean 31
3.4.6 Periodical replacement of the main safety components 31
CHAPTER 4 - TECHNICAL DATA
4.1 Technical characteristics 32
4.2 Standard overall dimensions
4.2.1 Machine 34
4.3 Machine name 35
CHAPTER 5 - TERMINOLOGY
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CHAPTER 6 - USE OF THE MACHINE
6.1 Preliminary checks 38
6.2 Checks to perform at the start of each working day
6.2.1 General check for oil leaks 38
6.2.2 Oil level check 39
6.2.3 Check of chrome-plated parts 39
6.2.4 Check of the safety devices 39
6.3 Description of the remote control 40
Standard version 40
Pruning version 41
6.3.1 Control panel 42
6.4 Operating the machine 43
6.4.1 Starting the diesel engine 44
6.4.2 Moving the machine forwards and backwards (standard mode) 44
6.4.3 Moving the machine forwards and backwards (inverted mode) 44
6.4.4 Speed adjustment potentiometer 45
6.4.5 Steering 45
6.4.6 Steering bias control 45
6.4.7 Head height adjustment 46
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6.4.10 Diesel engine speed control 47
6.4.11 Opening the front guard 47
6.4.12 Reversible fan control 48

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6.4.13 Optional 49
6.4.14 Optional 49
6.4.15 Turning off the diesel engine 49
6.4.16 S-KEY 50
6.5 LCD Display
- Description / Home page 51
- Maintenance menu / Maintenance code 52
- Malfunctions 53
-Alarms 54
6.6 Faults
6.6.1 Diesel engine 55
6.6.2 Electric circuit 56
6.6.3 Hydraulic system 56
6.7 Fuses and relays
6.7.1 Control unit fuses and relays 57
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6.9 Working with the machine 60
6.10 Control station - operator work area 61
CHAPTER 7 - TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
7.1 Loading and unloading for road transport 62
7.2 Machine towing 63
7.3 Using the manual control 64
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CHAPTER 8 - STORAGE 66
8.1 Dismantling and decommissioning 67
CHAPTER 9 - MAINTENANCE
9.1 Introduction 68
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9.4.1 Fuel 70
9.5 Engine maintenance
9.5.1 Engine oil 70
9.5.2 Coolant 70
9.5.3 Topping up the fuel 71
9.6 Maintenance of the hydraulic system 71
9.7 Maintenance of the electrical system 72
9.8 Periodical replacement of the safety components 73

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9.9.3 Replacing the track 75
9.10 Checks to perform at the start of every work day 76
9.10.1 Coolant level check 76
9.10.2 Fuel level check 77
9.10.3 Engine oil level check 77
9.10.3 Hydraulic oil level check 78
9.10.5 Drainage of fuel settling tank 79
9.11 Maintenance every 50 hours
9.11.1 Track tensioning pressure check 80
9.11.2 Electrical system check 80
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9.13 Maintenance every 250 hours
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9.14 Maintenance every 500 hours
9.14.1 Changing the hydraulic oil 83
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9.15 Maintenance every 1000 hours
9.15.1 Replacing the coolant 85
CHAPTER 10 - INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
10.1 Fire 86
CHAPTER 11 - NOTES 87

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This use and maintenance manual complies with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and
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Manual code: EITUM13000
Revision no.: 00 Edition: 11/2015
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Model: RoboMAX
The manual is valid from the serial number: ROBOM021500001
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1.1 - PRELIMINARY INFORMATION
1 - GENERAL DESCRIPTION

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1.2 - OPERATOR TRAINING
Read this manual thoroughly:
- all machine operators and maintenance personnel must read this entire manual thoroughly and
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 to
operate the machine, and that they have read this manual fully.
WARNING:
Refers to supplements or suggestions for correct use of the machine.
ATTENTION:
Refers to dangerous situations which can occur when using the machine, that could
cause serious injuries or property damage.
DANGER:
Refers to dangerous situations which can occur when using the
machine, which, if not avoided, could give rise to serious injuries or death.
'()*&
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This instruction manual must be read and used as follows:
- The instructions manual  considered an integral part of the machine and must be read +,-&
- The instruction manual must be easily accessible to operators and+++&
- Keep the manual for the entire lifetime of the machine&
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&
- Use the manual in such a way as not to damage it.
- Do not remove, tear out or rewrite any part of the manual for any reason.
-  the manual away from moisture and heat.
- In the event that the manual is lost, damaged or +++(.+-
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1.3 - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND STORAGE

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The service instructions outlined in this manual represent an integral part of the machine supply
contract.
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of machinery and contain all information necessary and essential for safe operation and correct /
optimal use of the machine. Rushed and incomplete preparations lead to improvisation, the cause
of many accidents.
Read the following suggestions carefully and put them into practice before starting work:
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performing any manoeuvres.
2) The operator must always have the instruction manual available at all times.
3) Schedule all work with care.
4) Know in-depth where and how the machine is intended to be used: ground load capacity,
movement restriction due to the presence of buildings, power lines and similar.
5) Before starting to work, ensure that the safety devices are working correctly and there are
no doubts about their operation; if this is not the case, do not under any circumstances use the
machine.

7) Constant and thorough preventive maintenance always guarantees the highest possible
operational safety of the machine. Never put off the necessary operations, and ensure they are
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1.4 - INTRODUCTION
1.4.1 - MANUAL UPDATES
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the art at the moment the machine was sold.


no obligation (for safety reasons) to modify the other machines sold up to that point or send out
updates to the manual. Moreover, this publication shall not be considered lacking in any way. Any
supplements that the Manufacturer considers appropriate to supply at a later date must be kept
together with the manual and considered an integral part of it.
The copyright of this manual belongs to the machine's manufacturer. This manual contains
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in whole or in part, without the written authorisation of the machine manufacturer.
1.4.2 - COPYRIGHT

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The parts supplied by  are covered by a 12-month warranty, that becomes valid
commissioning, proven by the documentation delivered to the customer.
 shall repair or replace parts recognised as defective++-&
By replacing the defective part,  shall consider itself absolved,+-1
/

     
contained++&
For all cases not included and for any type of support, (+-(-
registered letter or via,+1.00+++++-(+&
+(,+-+-,+&
 shall not be responsible for any damage or malfunctions due+++
+0(arried out on the machine by unauthorised personnel.
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
1.5 - WARRANTIES
 considers itself released from all responsibilities and obligations for+00
personal injury or property damage which may occur due to:
- Failure to observe the instructions given in this manual to run, operate and maintain the machine.
- Abrupt movements or incorrect manoeuvres when operating or performing maintenance on the
machine.

- Any other occurrence which should fall outside normal, correct use of the machine.
In any case, whenever the user blames the accident on a defect of the machine, it must be

Any tampering with the machine or the use of non-original spare parts can be grounds for voiding
the warranty and putthe operator's safety at risk.
1.6 - RESPONSIBILITIES
ATTENTION:
Always use original spare parts for repairs and maintenance.
 shall not be held responsible for any damage which should


time of sale.
The warranty shall nevertheless lapse whenever the regulations and2 instructions
+manual + notfollowed.

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RoboMAX is a machine that has been built to be used by professional personnel, mainly to cut
plants that are growing in,or located on,the ground such as grass, reeds, bushes and shrubs
off ground.
Any other use shall be considered inappropriate, and the manufacturer shall not be held
responsible for any damage to the machine or other property, or for injuries which may result.

depending on the conditions of the ground and the type and condition of material to be cut (length,

It can be used for snow-covered ground or as a tool carrier. This machine is generally used during



1.7 - PERMITTED USES
The following uses must always and absolutely be avoided:
• 
• Use of the machine to lift and/or transport persons or things.
• 
• Use of the machine to tow damaged vehicles.
• Use of the machine to shred brushwood and shrubs with diameter greater than 3 cm.
• It must not be used on surfaces on which there is glass, gravel, iron parts or other foreign
bodies that could be thrown into the air by the blades or damage the mower.
• Lifting or pulling loads.
• 

• Overloading the machine beyond its permitted limits.
• 
• The machine must not be used on public roads.
1.8 - IMPROPER OR UNAUTHORISED USES
ATTENTION:
This section indicates some of the uses considered improper or otherwise not
allowed;

using the machine , +0,before +  work&
WARNING:
Instructions for the permitted optional accessories are given in the corresponding use and


++


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Every machine is scrupulously adjusted and tested before delivery.

running-in of the various components.
 operation, its performance
and its functionality will be prematurely jeopardised and reduced.
During the running-in period, pay great attention to the following points:
- After start-up, allow the engine to run at a low revs for 5-6 minutes.
 any sudden
accelerations or decelerations.

- engine oil change;
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1.9 - RUNNING IN AND TESTING THE MACHINE
ATTENTION:
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any deposits. If there are any, verify the possible cause before restarting the
machine.
DANGER:
Using the machine as mentioned above can cause tipping hazards or structural
failure that could result in injuries or even death.

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2.1 - DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
2 - MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS
RoboMAX is a multi-purpose tool carrier suitable
for various applications and tasks. The standard
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functions. RoboMAX, designed to meet the most
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PURPOSE+.++
+performance++(+,+
traditional agricultural ++&
Standardauthorised 
- Flail Mower (1.8m cutting capacity)
- Forestry Head (1.5m cutting capacity)
Contact McConnel for details of all attachements
and equipment available for this machine.
This machine was designed and constructed in compliance with EC directives on safety and
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The following Standards were also taken into account during the machine's design:
- EN ISO 12100:2010 “Safety of machinery”
- ISO 4254-1:2013
- ISO 3767-1:1998
- ISO 11684:1995
- 2004/108/EC: Electromagnetic compatibility
2.2 - STANDARDS APPLIED
McConnel declines all responsibility for damage of any kind caused by improper use or use other
than that described above.
It is prohibited to use interchangeable
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any equipment not approved by McConnel.
ATTENTION: