Spearhead RHD 160 User manual

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RHD 160/190/225

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Model type: Type modèle : Entwerfen Sie Typ:
RHD Offset Series
Model number: Nombre modèle : Entwerfen Sie Zahl:
956 _____
Serial numbers:
Numéros de série :
Seriennummern:
Machine: Machine:
Maschine:
S______
Cutting implement:
Instrument de coupe:
Schneidenwerkzeug
S______
Other: Autre: Anderer:
Name of owner:
Le nom de propriétaire :
Name des Eigentümers:
Date of delivery / installation:
La date de livraison/l'installation :
Datum der Lieferung / Installation:
IMPORTANT
At the point of transfer of ownership record the above information. Note the serial number of your machine and always quote it in any
communication with us or your dealer. (The serial number plate is located on the machine mainframe.) This is particularly important
when ordering spares. Remember to include all numbers and letters.
The information given throughout this manual is correct at the time of publication. However, in the course of constant development of
Spearhead machines, changes in specification are inevitable. Should you find the information given in this book to be at variance
with the machine in your possession, you are advised to contact the Spearhead Service department where up-to-date information will
be provided.
The manual can contain standard and optional features and is not to be used as a machine specification.
The machine has been tested and is considered safe if carefully used. Ensure your operator is properly trained in its use and
maintenance.
IMPORTANT
Au point de transfert de possession enregistre les informations ci-dessusmentionnées. Noter le numéro de série de votre machine et
mentionnez les dans toute communication avec nos services ou votre revendeur. (La plaque de numéro de série est localisée sur le
central de machine). Ceci est important pour la commande de pieces detachees. Pensez a noter tous les numeros et toutes les
letters.
Les informations donnees dans ce manuel sont correctes cependant, du fait de developpement constant des machines Spearhead.
Changements dans les caracteristiques sont inevitables. Si vous trouvez que les informations donnees ne correspondent pas a votre
machine veuillezcontacter le service des reparations ou des informations plus recentes vous seront donnees.
Ce manuel peut montrer des caracteristiques optionnelles et ne peut pas etre considere comme specification de la machine. Cette
machine a ete testee, et elle est consideree comme fiable a condition d’une bonne utilisation. Assurez-vous que votre operateur est
qualifie en ce qui concerne l’utilisation de la machine ainsi que son entretien.
WICHTIG
Am Punkt der Übertragung des Eigentumsrecht zeichnet die oberen Informationen auf. Merken Sie die Seriennummer von Ihrem
maschine ein und geben sie diese immer an, wenn sie sich an uns oder ihren händler wenden. (Die Seriennummerplatte ist auf der
Maschinenzentraleinheit befunden). Das ist besonders bei ersatzteilbestellungen wichtig. Vergessen sie nicht, alle zahlen und
buchstaben zu notieren.
Die angaben indiesem handbuch sind bei veröffentliching korrekt. Aufgrund der konstanten weiterentwicklung von Spearhead
maschinen sind jedochänderugden in der spezifikation unvermeidlich. Wenn die information in diesem handbuch nicht mit ihrer
maschine übereinstimmen, nehmen sie bitte kontakt mit der Spearhead kundendienstabteilung auf, die ihnen gerne die aktuellen
information zukommen lässt.
Das handbuch kann sowohl beschreibungen für die standard ausführung als auch für zubehörenthalten und ist nicht als
maschinenspezifikation zu verwended. Die maschine ist getestet und bei sachgemässem betrieb als sicher befunden worden.
Sorgen sie dafür, dass ihr bedienpersonal in anwendung und wartung richtig geschult wird.

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This machine is produced by Ino Brezice on behalf of Spearhead
Machinery Limited.
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Conforming to EU Directive 89/392/CEE
We,
Of Ino Brezice, Krška vas 34b, 8262 Krška vas, Slovenia.
Declare with our exclusive responsibility that the interchangeable equipment to be coupled with an agricultural
tractor called:
FLAIL MOWER MKS PLUS
MODEL
SERIAL NO
YEAR
MKS PLUS 160
MKS PLUS 190
MKS PLUS 225
To which this declaration refers, complies with the following legislative provisions and harmonised product
standards:
Directive 89/392/CEE
Directive 91/368/CEE
Directive 93/44/CEE
Directive 93/68/CEE
Directive 2006/42/CEE
In order to verify conformity, the following standardised technical specifications have been applied:
SIST-EN 292-1
SIST-EN 292-2
SIST EN 745
INO Brezice

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RHD Offset Series Flail Mower
The RHD offset series of machines are ‘3-point linkage’ tractor mounted universal flail mower/shredders
designed primarilyfor the mulching of grasses, brambles, small bushes, branches, vines, and general crop
residues. Their tough construction, working widths of 1.6, 1.9 or 2.25m and offset makes them ideal for
maintenance use in all green areas, vineyards, orchards, on verges and in scrubland byfarmers and contractors
alike.
These machines should only be used to perform tasks for which they were designed –use of the machine for
any other function maybe both dangerous to persons and damaging to components and is therefore not
advisable.
Its designed for intensive use, under the angle +90°/-65°.
IMPORTANT
This operator’s manual should be regarded as part of the machine. Suppliers of both new and second-hand
machines are advised to retain documentary evidence that this manual was provided with the machine.
This machine is designed solely for ground vegetation control and must not be used for any other purpose.
Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use. Compliance with, and strict adherence to,
the conditions of operation, service, and repair, as specified by the manufacturer, also constitute essential
elements of the intended use.
This machine should be operated, serviced, and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its
characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.
Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognised regulations on safety and occupational
medicine, and all road traffic regulations must always be observed.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting
damage or injury.
It is potentially hazardous to fit or use any parts other than genuine Spearhead parts.
The company disclaims all liability for the consequences of such use which, in addition, voids the machine
warranty.

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Contents List
1Machine Description...............................................................................................................................6
1.1 Machine Identification ...............................................................................................................6
1.2 General Arrangement ...............................................................................................................6
1.3 Noise .........................................................................................................................................7
1.4 Specification..............................................................................................................................7
1.4.1 Standard Specification.................................................................................................7
1.4.2 Working In Different Specification...............................................................................7
1.4.3 Optional Equipment.....................................................................................................8
2Safety......................................................................................................................................................9
2.1 Level Of Danger........................................................................................................................9
2.2 Safety Rules..............................................................................................................................9
2.2.1 General........................................................................................................................9
2.2.2 Attachment On The Tractor And Transport ..............................................................10
2.2.3 PTO Drive..................................................................................................................10
2.2.4 Hydraulic System.......................................................................................................11
2.2.5 Safety Rules During Use...........................................................................................11
2.3 Safety Decals..........................................................................................................................12
2.4 Safety Guarding......................................................................................................................12
3Machine Operation ...............................................................................................................................13
4Transport & Attachment Of The Machine.............................................................................................14
4.1 Transport To The Customer ...................................................................................................14
4.2 Attachment And Detachment From The Tractor....................................................................14
4.3 Fitting The PTO Shaft.............................................................................................................15
4.4 Tractor Stability .......................................................................................................................15
5Adjustment & Setting Up ......................................................................................................................16
5.1 Regulation of the height of cut................................................................................................16
5.2 Belt Tension Adjustment.........................................................................................................16
6Operating..............................................................................................................................................17
7Finishing Work......................................................................................................................................19
7.1 Storage....................................................................................................................................19
7.2 Cleaning..................................................................................................................................19
8Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................20
8.1 Belt Tension Control................................................................................................................20
8.2 Oil Level Control......................................................................................................................21
8.3 Bolt Tightening ........................................................................................................................21
8.4 Greasing..................................................................................................................................21
8.5 Plan For Maintenance Jobs....................................................................................................22
8.6 Replacement Of Flails.............................................................................................................23
8.7 At The End Of The Season.....................................................................................................23
8.8 Disposal...................................................................................................................................23
9Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................24
10 Spare Parts...........................................................................................................................................25
10.1 Ordering Spare Parts..............................................................................................................25
10.2 Main Cowl & Rotor Assembly.................................................................................................26
10.3 Headstock Assembly ..............................................................................................................27
10.4 Part Numbers..........................................................................................................................28