Spearhead Rollicut 500 User manual

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Rollicut 500 & 600
Rotary Mower
Edition 1.0 – January 2015
Part No. 8999092

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IMPORTANT
VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION
DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION VERIFICATION
It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with Spearhead Machinery 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 Spearhead Machinery Limited web site at
www.spearheadmachinery.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
Spearhead Service Department on 01789 491867.
Registration Verification
Dealer Name: ……………………..…………………………………………………………….
Dealer Address: …….………………………………………………………………………….
Customer Name: ……………………..…………………………………………………………
Date of Warranty Registration: ……/……/...…… Dealer Signature: ………………..……
NOTE TO CUSTOMER / OWNER
Please ensure that the above section has been completed and signed by the selling dealer to
verify that your machine has been registered with Spearhead Machinery 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 Spearhead Machinery 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 machines supplied by Spearhead Machinery Limited 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.
1.02. All spare parts supplied by Spearhead Machinery Limited 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.
1.03. The manufacturer will replace or repair 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.
1.04. 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, flails, bushes, belts, flap kits,
skids, shields, guards, wear pads or pneumatic tyres.
1.05. Temporary repairs and consequential loss - i.e. oil, downtime and associated parts are
specifically excluded from the warranty.
1.06. 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.
1.07. 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 Spearhead Machinery
Ltd cannot be held liable, and may have safety implications.
1.08. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorised to give any
warranties of any nature on behalf of Spearhead Machinery Ltd.
1.09. For machine warranty periods in excess of 12 months the following additional exclusions shall
apply:
1.09.1. Hoses, external seals, exposed pipes and hydraulic tank breathers.
1.09.2. Filters
1.09.3. Rubber mountings
1.09.4. External electric wiring.
1.09.5. Labour and mileage costs.
1.10. 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.
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. Spearhead Machinery
Ltd cannot be held responsible for any failures or safety implications that arise due to the use of
non-genuine parts.

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2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES
2.01. The warranty is not effective unless the Selling Dealer registers the machine, via the Spearhead
Machinery 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 Spearhead Machinery dealer as soon as it occurs.
Continued use of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for
which Spearhead Machinery 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 Spearhead Machinery Ltd.
2.04. All claims must be submitted, by an authorised Spearhead Machinery Service Dealer, within 30
days of the date of repair.
2.05. Following examination of the claim and parts the manufacturer will pay, at their discretion, for any
valid claim the cost of any parts and an appropriate labour allowance if applicable.
2.06. The submission of a claim is not a guarantee of payment.
2.07. Any decision reached by Spearhead Machinery Ltd is final.
3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
3.01. The manufacturer 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. The manufacturer makes no warranty as to the design, capability, capacity or suitability for use of
the goods.
3.03. Except as provided herein, the manufacturer 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.
4. MISCELLANEOUS
4.01. The manufacturer 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.

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CE Declaration of Conformity,
Conforming to EU Machinery Directive
2006/42/EC
We, Spearhead Machinery Ltd, Green View, Salford Priors,
Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW hereby declare that:
Product ……………………………………………..…………………………
Product Code ……………………………………………..…………………………
Serial No ……………………………………………..……..………………….
Type ……………………………………………..…………………………
Manufactured by: Alamo Manufacturing Services (UK) Limited, Station
Road, Salford Priors, Evesham, Worcestershire, WR11 8SW
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 14121-1 (2007) Safety of Machinery – Risk Assessment,
Part 1: Principles Part 2: Practical Guide and Examples of Methods.
BS EN ISO 12100-1 (2010) Safety of Machinery – Part 1: Basic
Terminology and Methodology Part 2: Technical Principles.
BS EN 349 (1993) + A1 (2008) Safety of Machinery – Minimum
Distances to avoid the Entrapment of Human Body Parts.
BS EN 953 (1998) Safety of Machinery – Guards General
Requirements for the Design and Construction of Fixed and Movable
Guards.
BS EN 982 (1996) + A1 (2008) Safety Requirements for Fluid Power
Systems and their Components. Hydraulics.
The EC Declaration only applies if the machine stated above is used in
accordance with the operating instructions.
Signed
(On behalf of Spearhead Machinery Ltd)
Status
General Manager
Date ………………………………………………

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Contents
Safety Recommendations 7
SafetyStickers 9
Safety Decal Location 10
Introduction 11
Machine Specification 12
Serial Number Plate Location 14
Tractor Requirements 14
Setting up your Machine 15
Attaching to the Tractor 15
Drawbar Length 15
Shortening the Input PTO Drive Shaft 17
Connecting PTO Shaft 18
Connecting the Hydraulic Supply 18
Storage Jack 19
Lights 20
Transport Release Rope 21
Uncoupling Machine 24
Before Operating Machine 27
DailyChecks 27
Lifting and Lowering the Machine 27
Starting the Machine for the First Time 27
Cutting Height 28
Travelling Between Jobs 29
StartingMowing 29
FinishingMowing 29
General Operation 30
Servicing & Maintenance
SafetyFirst 31
Transmission Covers 32
Belt Tensioners 32
Replacing a Belt 32
Blades 33
Greasing 34
Spindle Greasing 35
RollerGreasing 37
Gearboxes 38
Tyres and Wheels 40
CleaningtheMower 41
Service Schedule 42
Trouble Shooting 43
Transporting Mower 44
Storage of Mower 44

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Beware of the following Potential Dangers associated with the use of
this machine
Becoming trapped when hitching or unhitching
Getting caught on rotating power take off (PTO)
Being hit or caught by any moving parts, e.g. belts, pulleys, arms and
cutting body
Injection of high pressure oil from damaged couplings or hydraulic
hoses
Accidents due to collision with other machines or debris left on road
ALWAYS
Ensure the operator has read this handbook and has been trained to
use the machine
Ensure all cab safety guards are in place and all tractor windows
closed
Before leaving the tractor cab always ensure that all the rotary body are
firmly on the ground, no weight is on the machines hydraulics and the
rotors has stopped spinning
Check that all guards are properly fitted; check there are no damaged
or loose parts. Particular attention should be given to the flails to
ensure they are not damaged, cracked or missing
Inspect work area for wire, steel posits, large stones and other
dangerous materials and remove before starting work
Ensure that all warning labels are always visible and that they are not
damaged, defaced or missing
Lower the mower bodies to the ground when parking up
Check locking latches before transport and before unhitching, when
applicable
Wear ear defenders if operating without a quiet cab or with the cab
windows open
Work at a safe speed, taking into account terrain, passing vehicles and
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Ensure that the tractor meets the minimum weight recommendations of
the machine manufacturer
Check that machine fittings and coupling are in good condition
Follow the manufacturers instructions for attachment and removal of
the machine from the tractor
Use warning signs to alert others to the type of machine working in the
vicinity. Unsure there is no bystanders in the vicinity when mowing.
Ensure blades are of the type recommended by the manufacturer are
securely fitted and are undamaged.
Ensure hydraulic pipes are correctly routed to avoid damage from
chafing, stretching, pinching and kinking.
Disengage the machine, stop the engine and remove the key before
leaving the tractor cab for any reason.
Ensure that when you remove the machine from the tractor it is
secured in a safe position using the parking stand provided.
NEVER
Never operate the machine with other people present, as it is possible
for debris, including stones, to be discharged from the front and rear of
the mowing body.
Never operate the machine until you have read and understood the
relevant Handbook and are familiar with the controls.
Never use a machine that is poorly maintained or has guards that are
damaged or missing.
Never allow an inexperienced person to operate without supervision.
Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it does not meet the
manufacturer’s specification.
Never use a machine if the hydraulic system shows signs of damage.
Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand, use a piece of
card.
Never allow children to play on or around the machine at any time.
Never attempt any maintenance or adjustment without first disengaging
the PTO, lowering the flail bodies to the ground, stopping the tractor
engine and applying the tractor parking brake.
Never leave the cab without removing the ignition key.
Never operate the tractor or any controls from any position other than
from the driving seat.
Never stop the engine with the PTO engaged.
Never operate with blades missing.
Never operate the PTO above the recommended speed, 540RPM.
Never operate with wire around the rotor. Stop immediately.
Never use the roller mower body at an angle which may throw debris
towards the cab.
Never attempt to use the machine for any purpose other than that it
was designed for.
Never transport with the PTO engaged
Never enter the working area of the machine (risk of injury!).

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Machine Safety Stickers
Warning
Avoid fluid escaping
under pressure. Consult
technical manual for
service procedures.
(Part No. 8770362)
Warning
Danger – flying objects
keep safe distance from
the machine as long as
the engine is running.
(Part No. 8770367)
Warning
Stay clear of mower
flails.
(Part No. 8770360)
Warning
Shut off engine and
remove key before
performing maintenance
or repair work.
(Part No. 8770358)
Warning
Carefully read operator’s
manual before handling this
machine. Observe
instructions and safety rules
when operating.
(Part No. 8770363)
Warning
Stay clear of falling
wings and mower
bodies.
(
Part No. 8770368
)
Warning
Check all nuts are
tight every 8 hours.
(
Part No. 8770306
)
Warning
Securely prop all
hydraulic cylinders
before attempting
any repairs.
(Part No. 8770355)
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Introduction to the Machine
The Rollicut Rotary mower is a very robust high capacity roller mower that is easy to
operate and maintain. The machine consists of three individual roller mower bodies
mounted to a chassis and towed by a tractor. This results in a machine that can mow
a wide area quickly and efficiently but also able to fold up to a compact size to travel
on the road.
The three bodies are free to float up and down independently, they are also able to
pivot to follow the ground contours. The three bodies are raised into transport
position by independent hydraulic rams either controlled from the tractors spools of
by the optional control box. When raised into transport position the bodies are
automatically locked prevent them lowering
Each mowing deck is fitted with either 3 or 4 rotors with full width rollers front and
back. These rollers help the machine contour across the ground. The Rollicut can
mow at high ground speeds and produce a finish that is equal to a set of cylinder
mowers and with reduced running costs.

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Machine Specification

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Options
Wheels we offer an option of low ground pressure wheels, ideal for turf, or
alternatively a road wheel which is ideal for road transport, especially for a machine
which is used between several sites.
Roller Scrapers we offer an option of wire rope roller scrapers which help remove
cut grass and soil from the rollers.
Electric controls, these are used to raise lower and float the bodies.
Hydraulic brakes we offer an option of brakes these are operated from the tractors
‘tractors trailer brake connector).

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Serial Number Location
Operators and Parts Manual Location
The operator’s manual is located on the centre chassis by the serial plate in the
manual holder.
Tractor Requirements
Spearhead recommended 70 – 80HP tractor for the Rollicut 500
80 – 90HP tractor for the Rollicut 600.
Fixed clevis drawbar minimum height (17”) 430mm, at maximum extension
(14”) 355mm.
PTO must be independent live drive to enable continuous PTO drive even
when tractor clutch is pressed down.
External oil supply (min. pressure 140 bar) requires 2 service for standard
machines.

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Setting Up Your Machine
Attaching to the Tractor
It is advisable to remove the tractor rear link arms. However, if this is not convenient,
lift the link arms to their highest position or lower them to their lowest position so they
do not contact the PTO shaft or drawbar when turning.
Before coupling to the tractor, it is important to check that the tractor draw bar is out
at its longest setting, which will give the tightest turning circle without risk of
bottoming out the PTO shaft.
When fitting the pin through the drawbar clevis, insert the plastic washer between the
tractor and machine drawbar as shown.
This washer is a replaceable wearing part (Part No. 4600139).

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Drawbar Length
The drawbar is adjustable to set both the height and length of the hitch. The drawbar
length may need to be lengthened if wide turf tyres are fitted to the tractor.
To adjust the drawbar remove the two bolts and adjust as required. Set the drawbar
as short as possible.

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Shortening the Input PTO Shaft
Before fitting the PTO for the first time, it may be necessary to adjust the length.
There should be maximum engagement of the sliding tubes without bottoming at the
shortest operation position.
To check, first connect the mower to the tractor.
Pull the PTO shafts next to each other in the shortest working position. If necessary,
shorten the inner and outer guard tubes equally (Fig 1).
Shorten the inner and outer sliding profiles by the same length as the guard tubes.
File all sharp edges and remove burrs and Grease sliding profiles.

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Connecting Input PTO Shaft
To fit the PTO, first clean and grease. Press pins on the yoke and simultaneously
push the PTO drive shaft onto the PTO shaft of the tractor until the pins engage. Pull
back on the shaft to check the shaft is securely attached
The PTO shaft is fitted with a non-rotating safety guard. It should be secured to the
machine and tractor with the two retaining chains provided.
Connecting Hydraulic Supply
Connect the two hydraulic pipes to the tractor’s hydraulics.
Blue Dust Cap Hose – Pressure to single acting wing lift ram
Red Dust Cap Hose – Pressure to single acting rear body lift ram

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Storage Jack
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Lights
The lights are connected to the tractor with a 7 pin plug. When the lights are
connected they should be checked to make sure all functions work correctly before
road work is undertaken.