Superior LXCT5 Technical reference manual

INSTRUCTION AND PARTS MANUAL
FOR
LXCT5/ LXCT6/
LXCT7/ LXCT8
CLEAN DECK SLASHER

INDEX
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CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY 1
OPERATIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2
HAZARDS & SAFETY GUIDE 3 - 4
OPERATING, CARE & MAINTENANCE 5 - 6
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 7
BODY COMPONENTS ASSEMBLY 8- 8A
T.P.L TOWER & CHAINS 9
HEAVY DUTY GEAR BOX ASSEMBLY 10
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 11
DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY 12
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY –LXCT5 / LXCT6 / LXCT7 13-13A
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY –LXCT8 14-14A
4 STUD WHEEL ASSEMBLY 15
5 STUD WHEEL ASSEMBLY 16
OPTIONAL WHEEL ASSEMBLY 17
OWNERS NOTES / WARRANTY CARD 18

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CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY
Since the company's formation in 1973 it has been our goal to manufacture and market the most advanced grass cutting
equipment available in Australia and the South Pacific.
Superior adopt World's Best Practice in the Design, Manufacture and Development of tractor-powered Slashers and
Commercial Mowers to ensure that all `Superior' products exceed our customer's expectations with respect to in-field
performance, reliability and value for money.
Superior also adopts a policy of continuous improvement to all models and we reserve the right to make modifications to our
equipment without notification.
PRICING, DELIVERY & OWNERSHIP
Price: Prices quoted in this price list are Recommended Retail Prices with GST & without GST (Note column Headings).
Superior reserve the right to modify these prices without notice. Discounts are available to Dealers and Agents for quantity buys
and early payment.
Delivery: Prices quoted are ex-Factory (Brisbane, Australia) unless otherwise specified. Any additional packaging costs and
freight will be directed to the purchaser's account. Please note: - Equipment and/or parts dispatched are not covered by our
insurance, and owners/agents are to arrange their own insurance to protect themselves for any loss or damage whilst in transit,
or for any potential claims from third parties for personal injury or property liability. Weights and HP are supplied as a guide only.
Ownership_ Ownership of supplied parts and equipment will not pass to the purchaser until such time as the articles are paid for
in full to Superior Equipment Australia Pty Ltd. ABN 50 854 422 162.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL & SPARE PARTS LIST
Instruction Manual: Superior supplies to purchasers of new Superior Equipment an `Instruction Manual & Spare Parts List'. The
manual supplied is the most current available & subject to change with component updates or improvements. Owners,
operators & service personnel must read, comprehend & follow all instructions in the manual as to the safe use & maintenance
of the equipment. Superior advises that their manual is a guide only & users of the equipment have a `duty of care' to perform
their own risk assessment.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
Superior guarantees all new equipment (manufactured by Superior) against faulty parts and or workmanship for a period of Six
(6) Months or 180 days from date of purchase. Any variation to this figure will be provided in writing. The use of non-original or
non-Superior approved parts during the warranty period may invalidate this warranty.
During this warranty period Superior agrees to replace pro-rata, the parts proved faulty by our evaluation team. Any Labour
Costs associated with the repair/replacement will also be covered by Superior. Please Note:- PTO Shafts, Bearings, and Vee
Belts are excluded and are to be covered by the original equipment manufacturer's guarantee. Any part used for cutting or
digging (blades, blade carriers, auger teeth or pilots) will be subject to testing and evaluation to determine any claim
justifications. Superior have their own Warranty Claim Form that is to be completed in full before any action is taken.
Warranty does not apply if the equipment has been subject to Abuse, Neglect, Lack of Maintenance, Accident, Modification,
Undue Wear and Tear, or used in a manner contrary to our standard operating instructions or normal commercial practices. All
new Superior Equipment is supplied with a Warranty Registration Form. This form is to be returned to Superior within 14 days of
installation (i.e. Sale and receipt by customer) for warranty to take effect. Modification of Superior Equipment within the warranty
period voids all warranty relevant to the modification.
Any equipment or part thereof which is subject to a warranty claim must be shipped by prepaid freight or delivered to Superior
Equipment in Brisbane for evaluation. Alternatively, the item/s may be delivered by prepaid freight to an Approved Superior
Service Center for evaluation. Superior will not pay for any service or repair work carried out without prior, written approval.
Note:- Superior's Labour Rate for External Repairs will apply to all work authorized under this Warranty.
LIABILITY & LEGAL ISSUES
Liability: Superior declines any responsibility for any loss or damage (of any description), caused by any breakdown of the
equipment (or part thereof), by delayed delivery, or by the actual use of the equipment. Superior declines to be party to any
actions, suits, or claims arising from the improper or unsafe use of the equipment and recommends that all operators and
service personnel be experienced and have a sound understanding of all Workplace, Health and Safety issues relevant to the
machinery involved. Failure to take appropriate care when operating machinery may result in injury. Operators and or service
personnel are not to remove any safety guards and are to satisfy themselves, their employers and the public that they are not
only competent but have taken all necessary precautions to protect themselves and their employers, the suppliers of the
equipment, and the manufacturers of the equipment, from any injury actions, suits or claims. Operators and or service personnel
are to perform their own risk assessment when loading or unloading, installing or removing, starting or stopping & in the actual
use or maintenance of the equipment.
Legal: In the event of any legal dispute, Superior will only consider a Court of Law in Brisbane, Australia for the hearing of any
such dispute, claim or litigation.

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SUPERIOR EQUIPMENT Australia Pty Ltd
Multi Head Mowers, Slashers, Vineyard Mowers, Pasture Toppers, Post Hole Diggers, Grader Blades,
Cotton Shredders, Flail Mowers, Aerators and associated Equipment.
Operational Safety Instructions
Before operating any Equipment it is your duty to read all Safety Labels and Warning
Decals and Operating Manuals and fully comprehend their meaning.
Safety Labels and Warning Decals are there to make people aware that Safety is in the
Hands of the Operator whilst operating Equipment of this nature.
WARNING!!
KEEP CLEAR!!
OPEN DISCHARGE AREA
DO NOT Operate while people or stock are at risk in the
discharge area.
DO NOT stand on the Equipment while PTO is engaged or
Equipment is Operational.
DO NOT approach rear of Equipment while PTO is
Engaged or Equipment is Operational.
DO NOT Operate in conditions where stones, sticks or
solid objects may be discharged from the Equipment.
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POSSIBLE HAZARDS
OPERATORS ARE TO BE AWARE
OPERATORS MUST FOLLOW
THESE SAFETY GUIDE LINES
Projectiles striking bystanders, etc...
Guards enclosing cutting area of
equipment / unit to be properly
adjusted to prevent material from
being ejected.
Mowing / Slashing to stop if persons or
vehicles are passing close-by the
equipment.
Mowing / Slashing to stop if persons or
vehicle are passing by and the ground has
rocks and debris which could become a
projectile.
Mowing / Slashing should be conducted
at a height that dos not allow material to
be ejected from the unit.
The operator to inspect the area to be
mowed and remove debris that could be
thrown or could damage the equipment.
Parts of broken blade striking
bystanders etc...
Maintaining the equipment in good
condition. Daily inspections by
operator before Mowing / Slashing
commences.
If any vibration or unusual effects are felt,
Mowing /Slashing to stop immediately
and inspect unit with power switched off.
Operator struck by projectiles
Operator not to approach unit while it
is operating.
Operator must always stop the Slasher /
Mower prior to getting off.
Operator struck by rotating blades
Operator not to approach unit while it
is operating.
Operator must always stop the Slasher
/Mower prior to getting off.
Guard on the sides of unit to be adjusted
as low as possible when fitted.
To perform any adjustments the Tractor
unit must be made inoperable with the
unit turned off, key removed, spark plug
leads removed, etc.. and PTO disengaged.
Operator to wear Type.1 safety footwear.
Operator entangled with PTO
Operator not to approach unit or make
any adjustments while it is operating
Operator must stop the prior to getting
off.
Power Take Off is guarded. The
equipment must NOT be operated with
PTO guard removed.
Operator not to stand on unit while PTO
engaged.

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POSSIBLE HAZARDS
OPERATORS ARE TO BE AWARE
OPERATORS MUST FOLLOW
THESE SAFETY GUIDE LINES
Operator entangled with power input
coupling.
Operator not to approach unit while it
is operating.
Operator must always stop the Slasher
prior to getting off.
Power Take Off coupling is guarded. The
unit must NOT be operated with PTO or
coupling guard removed.
Operator entangled in drive belt.
The unit is NOT to be operated with
cover plates removed.
Operator must always stop the unit prior
to getting off.
Operator entangled in blades clearing
blockage.
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Operator not to raise or approach unit
while it is operating.
Operator must always stop the Slasher
/Mower prior to getting off.
The Tractor unit must be made inoperable
with the unit turned off, key removed
from ignition, spark plug leads removed,
etc...and PTO disengaged.
Operator struck by falling Slasher
/ Mower unit while clearing blockage.
All of the above clearing blockage,
plus:
The Slasher /Mower to be propped up
to prevent it from falling down.
Operator trapped under Slasher /
Mower unit if tractor moves while
clearing blockage.
All of the above clearing blockage,
plus:
The tractor must be turned off, parked
on level ground, in first gear with the
hand brake applied.
Operator injured changing blades.
The blades to changed by qualified
person with genuine replacement parts
in a safe manner.
Blades not to be changed in field.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR
LXCT5 / LXCT6 / LXCT7 / LXCT8 CLEAN –SUPERIOR SLASHERS
Getting the best of your Superior
LINKAGE SLASHERS
SETTING UP:-
INITIAL START UP
Check Gearboxes for oil: Recommended OIL : - 85w -- 140 EP GEAR OIL
Grease all grease points: Recommended Grease : - All Purpose Grease EPL 2
See Maintenance Schedule Attached
ATTACHING TRACTOR
Connect tractor to T.P.L. lower link pins, the Slasher is fitted with a stepped pin which will fit
either cat 1, 22 mm ( 7/8” ) or cat 2, 30 mm ( 1 1/8” ). Make sure tractor is fitted to correct size and
place lynch pin in hole end of pin.
Tighten Anti-Sway Bars / Chains (must be firm, not rigid)
Connect Top Link to Tower.
Connect Driveshaft to P.T.O. on Tractor and Clutch / Gearbox on Slasher; make sure Clamp Bolts
and or Q.R. Pins are located in respective grooves. (Failure to do this will result in Driveshaft
Damage).
Tractor Lift Arms can vary in length.
CHECK OPERATIONAL LENGTH OF DRIVESHAFT BEFORE OPERATING SLASHER.
Check length of Driveshaft at the highest and lowest positions of Tractor Lift arms.
The Driveshaft requires Sliding Movement of approx. 100 mm (4”) to avoid bottoming at minimum
or pulling apart at maximum operational lengths.
Caution Entering & Exiting Steep Gully's or Steep Ridges may result in Drive Shaft Bottoming
out or Coming Apart, Check Drive Shaft Length before using Slasher in Extreme Conditions.
SETTING UP SLASHER
Your Superior Slasher will cut cleanest and requires less H.P. to drive when the front of the Slasher is set
lower than the rear.
Your Superior Slasher is fitted with stepped blades as standard; these will require approx. 12 mm (1/2”)
to 20mm (3/4”) lower setting at the front than the rear.
If fitting of Self Sharpening Suction Lift Blades is desired, the slasher should be set with approx 16mm
(1/2”) to 25mm (1”) lower setting at the front than the rear. Operate at these settings, check results, plus
adjust for local conditions
MULCHING
Your Superior Slasher will mulch better if fitted with suction lift blades.
Set the Slasher level (same height front and rear).
For best results detachable mulching plates are available as an optional extra, these are fitted to the rear of
the slasher and retain the cut material until full mulch is obtained.
SETTING UP SLASHER WITH REAR CASTOR WHEELS
Use the rear wheel adjustment to set the correct stance of the Slasher to suit blades that are fitted see
(SETTING UP SLASHER) and to set the slasher at the desired cutting height.
Adjust the Top Link to allow the Slasher to hinge at the tractor lower lift arms, so that the Slasher can
follow reasonable ground contours. If top link is too short the Slasher will tend to lift off the ground
resulting in an uneven cut.

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CAUTION : If top link is too long it may allow the Slasher to lift too high at the front which will
cause damage to DRIVESHAFT safety covers or will result in bending DRIVESHAFT, requiring
costly repairs.
OPERATION
Your Superior Slasher will be set up in the factory to suit your tractor’s particular P.T.O. either
540 rpm or 1000 rpm.
For best mowing results maintain correct P.T.O. speeds.
In heavy going or awkward areas change back a gear or reduce forward speeds rather than reduce
P.T.O. speed by throttling back.
CLUTCH SETTINGS
Clutch settings are best set up in conditions that the Slasher is operating in.
1) Operate the Slasher in reasonably heavy conditions for approx. 20 to 30 minutes.
2) Disengage P.T.O., Switch Engine Off, Remove Key from Ignition.
3) Check temperature of clutch by placing hand on clutch, if clutch is warm to the touch it is about
right, if it is hot to the touch the clutch has been slipping excessively and adjustment is necessary.
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
1) Undo lock nuts and tighten (increase spring tension) or loosen (decrease spring tension) each
adjusting nut ½ to 1 turn.
2) Make sure each of the nuts is adjusted in turn.
3) DO UP LOCK NUTS
4) REFER BACK TO (1) CLUTCH SETTINGS
CAUTION If clutch is too tight (cold) and there is no opportunity for clutch slip, costly damage to
components may result.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
It is important that after approx. 30 to 60 minutes operation you should stop the Slasher and check
all bolts and nuts for tightness. While all bolts are tightened on assembly, impact and working loads
cause bedding in of components and early attention to all bolt and nuts will ensure trouble free
operation of your Slasher.
Particular attention should be paid to clamp bolt, clutch bolts, cutting head bolts, blade bolts and
nuts, as well as wheel nuts, bearings and castor assembly components.
Early inspection of components after initial start up, and adherence to the lubrication
recommendations, will greatly assist in maintaining the durability of your investment.
READ MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR CORRECT LUBRICATION INTERVALS
WARRANTY
Your Superior Product is covered by Manufacturers Warranty of 180 days against faulty parts and or
workmanship. Warranty does not cover operator abuse, or damage to the cutting
head assembly ( head flats, blades etc. ) Should a warranty type problem develop with your new Slasher
contact your local dealer who will refer the problem to SUPERIOR EQUIPMENT. Items for any
warranty inspection must be forwarded on a pre-paid basis. Goods supplied are on a charge basis,
subject to warranty inspection.

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ITEM #ITEM # ITEM # PART NUM BER
PART NUM BERPART NUM BER PART NUM BER PART NAM E
PART NAM EPART NAM E PART NAM E
QTY. OFF
QTY. OFFQTY. OFF QTY. OFF
1 S02334 BOLT 1/2" WHIT X 5" LONG 2 S04100 CLUTCH SPRING 3 S04103 CLUTCH SPIGOT BUSH 1 3/ " X 6 SPLINE 1 4 S04026 CLUTCH FRONT PLATE 1 5 S04027 CLUTCH LININGS 4 6 S06400 CLUTCH DRIVE PLATE 1 7 S02332 CLUTCH SPACER PLATE 1 S06401 CLUTCH SLIDING SPACER 1 3/4" X 20 SPLINES 1 9 S03205-1 NUT 1/2" WHIT
10 S06402 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY COMPLETE (1 3/4" X 20 SPLINES) 1
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CLUTCH ASSEMBLY S2000 (1 3/4" X 20 SPLINES)
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OPTIONAL BLADES
PLEASE NOTE: * REFER PAGE 13A FOR TABULAR DETAILS OF THE CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY.
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR LXCT5/ LXCT6/ LXCT7 SLASHERS

ITEM #
ITEM #ITEM # ITEM # PART # FOR LXCT5
PART # FOR LXCT5PART # FOR LXCT5 PART # FOR LXCT5 PART # FOR LXCT6
PART # FOR LXCT6PART # FOR LXCT6 PART # FOR LXCT6 PART # FOR LXCT7
PART # FOR LXCT7PART # FOR LXCT7 PART # FOR LXCT7 PART NAM E
PART NAM EPART NAM E PART NAM E QTY. OFF
QTY. OFFQTY. OFF QTY. OFF
1 S05060 S05060 S05060 CUTTING HEAD BOX 1 2 S04067 S04067 S04067 NYLOC NUT /4" UNF 4 S0 90 S0 90 S0 90 HEX BOLT /4" UNF X 2 1/2" LONG 2 4 S05067 S05067 S05067 HEX NUT /4" UNC 4 5 -- -- S07047 HEAD FLAT WITH ROUND HOLES 10MMX75MMX51" 1 5 S04058 -- -- HEADFLAT WITH ROUND HOLES 75MM X 8MM X 27" 1 5 -- S06054 -- HEADFLAT WITH ROUND HOLES 75MM X 8MM X 9" 1 6 -- -- S07045 SPACER 16MMX75MMX4 INCH 1 6 -- S06055 -- SPACER 75MM X16MM X 1" 1 6 S04059 -- -- SPACER 75MM X 8MM X 19" 1 7 S05069 S05069 S05069 BLADE BUSH 2 8 S0506 S0506 S0506 BLADE 75X16X 1 1/2" STEP 2 9 S05062-1 S05062-1 S05062-1 BLADE STRAIGHT (OPTIONAL) 2
10 S05064 S05064 S05064 BLADE LH SUCTION LIFT 75mmX16M MX 20" LONG (OPTIONAL) 2 11 S05061 S05061 S05061 BLADE LH SELF SHARPEN SUCTION LIFT 75MM X 16MM X 20" LONG (OPTIONAL) 2 12 -- -- S070 8 HEAD FLAT WITH SQUARE HOLES 10MMX 75MMX 51" 1 12 -- S06056 -- HEADFLAT WITH SQUARE HOLES 75MM X 10MM X 9" 1 12 S02112 -- -- HEADFLAT WITH SQUARE HOLES 75MM X10MM X 27" 1 12 -- -- S0706 HEAD FLAT WITH SQUARE HOLES 75MMX16XX 51" (OPTIONAL) 1 1 S02115 S02115 S02115 DOME HEAD BOLT /4" UNC 2 14 S04055 S04055 S04055 HEX BOLT /4" UNC X 2 1/2" LONG 2 15 S05066 S05066 S05066 HEX BOLT /4" UNF X 4" LONG 2 16 S04060 S04060 S04060 CUTTING HEAD RETAINER PLATE 1 17 S07 46-5 S07 46-6 S07 46-4 CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE ( EXCLUDING ITEM NO.1) 1
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PLEASE NOTE: * REFER PAGE 13 FOR ASSEMBLY DETAILS OF THE CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY.
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR LXCT5/ LXCT6/ LXCT7 SLASHERS

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OPTIONAL BLADES
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR LXCT8 SLASHERS
PLEASE NOTE: * REFER PAGE 14A FOR TABULAR DETAILS OF THE CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY.

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SL.N O.SL.N O. SL.N O. PA RT NUMBER
PA RT NUMBERPA RT NUMBER PA RT NUMBER PAR T NAME
PA RT NAMEPA RT NAME PA RT NAME QT Y. OFF
QT Y. OFFQT Y. OFF QT Y. OFF
1 S07346-2 TRIANGULAR CUTTING HEAD PLATE 1 2 S05067 HE NUT 3/4" UNC 6 3 S02472 HEAD FLAT WITH ROUND HOLES 10MM 75MM 24" 3 4 S02471 HEAD FLAT WITH SQUARE HOLES 8MM 75MM 24" 3 5 S05063 BLADE STEPPED 3 6 S05062 BLADE STRAIGHT (20" 3" 5/8") (OPTIONAL) 3 7 S05064 BLADE SUCTION LIFT TWISTED (OPTIONAL) 3 8 S05061 BLADE SUCTION LIFT SELF SHARPENING (OPTIONAL) 3 9 S05069 BLADE BUSH 3
10 S02115 DOME HEAD BOLT 3/4" UNC 6 11 S03390 HE BOLT 3/4 UNF x 2 1/2" LONG 10 12 S04067 3/4"UNF NYLOC NUT 10 13 S07346-3 CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY COMPLETE 1
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PLEASE NOTE: * REFER PAGE 14 FOR ASSEMBLY DETAILS OF THE CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY.
CUTTING HEAD ASSEMBLY FOR LXCT8 SLASHERS