Valley Tool Vrisimo BL Series User manual

BL-SERIES ORCHARD BLOWER OWNER’S MANUAL
PO Box 220 | 2507 Tully Road | Hughson, CA 95326 | 800-426-5615
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BL-Series Orchard Blower

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BL-Series Orchard Blower
Table Of Contents
Introducon
Thank You
Warranty
Safety
Operaonal Safety
Maintenance Safety
Installaon
Installaon on LP Version 2
Installaon on Sanizer
Installaon on LP Version 3
Basic Operaon
Hook Up Procedure
Starng Procedure
Running Your Aachment
Shut Down Procedure
Adjustments & Maintenance
Belt Tension
Blower Height Adjustments
Cleaning The Blower
Lubricaon
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Thank You
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing a Vrisimo aachment.
This manual has been prepared to acquaint
you with the operaon, adjustment and
maintenance of your new aachment. It was
carefully designed and manufactured under the
highest industrial standards to give you years of
dependable service. Read this manual carefully
and fully understand the operaon of the
machine before aempng to operate it. Vrisimo
Flail Mowers & Shredders reserves the right to
make changes in design and specicaons, and/
or to make addions to or improvements in its
product without imposing any obligaon upon
itself to install them on its products previously
manufactured. If at any me you require
addional informaon, consult your authorized
dealer or the customer service department.
ATTENTION
The safety of the operator was one of the
primary concerns of Vrisimo Flail Mowers &
Shredders when designing this aachment.
Shielding, simple adjustments and other
safety features were built into this aachment
whenever possible. Be sure you and the people
working for you read and understand this
manual. All machinery should be operated only
by responsible persons who have been trained
to operate in a safe manner and have read and
understand this manual.
IMPORTANT TO PURCHASER
Customer Ownership Registraon
Prior to acceptance of the equipment, thoroughly
check o the pre-delivery checklist with the sales
representave. Be sure you fully understand the
operaon, adjustment and safety rules as outlined
in this manual.
Vrisimo Flail Mowers & Shredders is solely
owned by Valley Tool and Manufacturing.
Have industrial applicaons? Own a skid steer
or mini excavator? For our full line of industrial
equipment visit: www.valleytoolmfg.com
PO Box 220 | 2507 Tully Road | Hughson, CA 95326
1-800-426-5615
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Warranty
For a period of 12 months from date of delivery
of product to the original user/owner, Valley Tool
& Mfg. warrants each product to be free from
manufacturing defects, subject to the limitaons
contained in this policy.
This warranty does not apply to defect caused, in
whole or in part, by unreasonable use while in the
possession of the user, including, but not limited
to: failure to properly set up product; failure to
provide reasonable and necessary maintenance;
normal wear; roune tune ups or adjustments;
improper handling or accidents; operaon at
speed or load condions contrary to published
specicaon; improper or insucient lubricaon;
improper storage. This warranty is also not a
guarantee that the performance of each product
will meet the expectaons of the purchaser.
Valley Tool & Mfg. shall not be liable for
consequenal damages of any kind, including,
but not limited to: consequenal labor costs or
transportaon charges in connecon with the
replacement or repair of defecve parts; lost me
or expense which may have accrued because
of said defects. In no event shall Valley Tool &
Mfg. total liability hereunder exceed the product
purchase price.
Valley Tool & Mfg. makes no warranty with
respect to trade accessories or any components
or accessory of the product which was not
manufactured by Valley Tool & Mfg., including
any purchased components of any kind. These
are subject to the warranes of their respecve
manufacturers. The warranty will be considered
void if the product or any part of the product is
modied or repaired in any way not expressly
authorized by Valley Tool & Mfg., or if closed
components are disassembled prior to return.
Closed components include, but are not limited
to: gearboxes, hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders,
and actuators.
Our obligaon under the warranty is expressly
limited, at our opon, to the replacement or repair
atValleyTool & Mfg., of Hughson CA, or at a service
facility designated by us, or such part or parts as
inspecon shall disclose to have been defecve.
We are not responsible for unauthorized repairs
or replacements. Warranty must be pre-approved.
Authorized parts will be sent to dealer UPS at
no charge. Any implied or statutory warranes,
including any warranty merchantability or tness
for a parcular purpose, are expressly limited to
the duraon of this wrien warranty. We make
no other express or implied warranty, nor is
anyone authorized to make any on our behalf.
This warranty cannot be extended, broadened,
or changed except in wring by an authorized
ocer of Valley Tool & Mfg. No warranty will be
processed without the mely registraon of the
signed “Delivery Report”.
Travel me of mechanics and transportaon of
the product to the authorized service dealer
for warranty work are the responsibility of the
aachment owner.
Valley Tool & Mfg oers the most reasonable and
dealer -friendly return policy in the market. We will
accept returns within 30 days of original receipt.
All returns must be approved by Valley Tool &
Mfg and a return authorizaon number must be
issued prior to return shipment. Returns must be
received in “like-new” condion and with all of
the original factory packaging including manuals.
Addional charges will apply if an item is received
that is not in “like-new” condion or that is not in
original factory packaging. Aer a return has been
fully inspected by our sta, refunds will issued less
shipping charges and any other possible damage
fees. Please allow up to 30 business days for your
account refund credit to be processed.
Please direct all return-related quesons to
[e-mail].
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Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in
personal injury or death.
A. Operaonal Safety
Before operang this machinery read the owner’s
manual thoroughly.
Do NOT operate this machine without proper
training. It is the Owner’s responsibility to ensure
all Operators are properly trained in the appropriate
language.
Use OSHA approved eye, ear and head protecon to
protect the Operator from ying debris and noise.
Avoid wearing loose clothing as it can inadvertently
be drawn into moving parts. Never use drugs or
alcohol before or during operaon of this machine.
Only operate this machine when it is in good working
order on an appropriate power unit that is in good
working order, and with all guards and safety devices
in place and funconing.
Be aware of the machine’s weight and its eect on
the stability of the power unit.
Use ashing warning lights when operang on
highways, except when prohibited by law.
Always inspect area to be worked to ensure that the
jobsite is free from obstacles and debris that could
injure the operator or damage the machine.
Operate at a safe speed (typically 0-5 mph) in
consideraon of the local terrain, moving slower
when operang on or near slopes, ditches or drop-
os.
Avoid running the machine along the ground in rocky
areas as this could create dangerous discharge.
Keep bystanders and children clear of the work area
during operaon as debris can be discharged in a
dangerous manner. The minimum safe distance from
discharge is 100 .
Never allow children or other persons to ride on this
machine.
Be aware that this machine may be wider than the
power unit, and cauon should be used to avoid
clipping or running over trees, signs or posts that may
be in the way of the machine.
Avoid operaon that would allow hydraulic lines to be
pinched or severed. In the event of a hydraulic leak,
hydraulic uid may have sucient force to penetrate
skin. Hydraulic injecon injury requires immediate
medical aenon.
Be aware of the risks of equipment and grass res.
To migate those risks:
• Do not smoke or have an open ame in the work
area.
• Do not operate in areas that have been freshly
burned or are sll burning.
• Do not allow clippings/debris to collect near
hydraulic components or bearings.
• Avoid areas with high re risk: dry grass, brush or
trees.
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Safety
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Operaon of this machine should be stopped
immediately if the Operator’s vision becomes
obscured by the discharge of debris and dust. Also
avoid operang this machine in unusually foggy or
dusty condions or at night.
Keep away from the machine unl all the energy
has dissipated. This includes the complete stopping
of the drum’s rotaon as well as the dissipaon of
pressure in the hydraulic lines.
In the event that a failure does occur during operaon
or if the machine begins to produce excessive noise
or vibraon, shut the machine down immediately and
repair before connued use.
In addion to the design and conguraon of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevenon
are dependent upon the awareness, concern and
prudence and requires suitable training of personnel
involved in the operaon, transport, maintenance
and storage of equipment.
B. Maintenance Safety
Before performing maintenance on this machine read
the owner’s manual thoroughly.
Maintenance should only be performed by properly
trained individuals. It is the owner’s responsibility
to ensure all individuals involved in maintaining the
machine are properly trained in the appropriate
language.
Be sure to inspect all safety devices before each use.
If safety devices are worn in such a way that they can
no longer properly perform their guarding funcon
contact your nearest Vrisimo dealer for replacements.
Maintain all safety decals and make sure they are
visible to the operator. If decals are worn, contact
your nearest Vrisimo dealer for replacements.
Wear gloves and eye protecon and exercise care
when handling blades as they can be sharp. Also be
alert to worn or damaged surfaces that could have
sharp edges.
Disengage PTO, shut o engine and allow all
movement to stop before leaving the operator’s
posion to adjust, lubricate, clean or unclog the
machine. Do not try to uncouple hydraulic hoses
unless the pressure has adequately dissipated.
Before working on or underneath the machine, place
wheel chocks in front and back of power unit’s res
or treads and under each end of the aachment to
prevent accidental lowering of the machine. Also,
remove the ignion key from the power unit and
allow all movement to stop before beginning work.
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Installaon Procedure
A. Installaon on LP Version 2 (2005-2021)
1. Install rear brackets.
2. Remove yoke from gearbox.
a. Shorten top sha by 6” and add a keyway.
3. Install frame rails. Match drill using ½” drill bit.
Center punch to match frame rails. Recommend
using HSS Silver and Deming 135° Split Point.
4. Install 6-spline adapter assembly. Place belt
over pulley. Add top sha.
5. Install blower assembly on frame. Place belt
over blower pulley.
6. Tension belt using 4X jack screws.
7. Lock frame using slide bolts. Install guards.
8. Install end-duct assembly on le and right sides.
9. Install hose on each side
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Installaon Procedure
B. Installaon on Sanizer
1. Install rear brackets.
2. Remove yoke from gearbox.
a. Shorten top sha by 6” and add a keyway.
3. Install frame rails. Match drill using ½” drill bit.
Center punch to match frame rails. Recommend
using HSS Silver and Deming 135° Split Point.
4. Install 6-spline adapter assembly. Place belt
over pulley. Add top sha.
5. Install blower assembly on frame. Place belt
over blower pulley.
6. Tension belt using 4X jack screws.
7. Lock frame using slide bolts. Install guards.
8. Install end-duct assembly on le and right sides.
9. Install hose on each side
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Installaon Procedure
C. Installaon on LP Version 3 (2022+)
1. Install rear brackets.
2. Remove yoke from gearbox.
3. Install frame rails.
4. Install 6-spline adapter assembly. Place belt
over pulley. Add top sha.
5. Install blower assembly on frame. Place belt
over blower pulley.
6. Tension belt using 4X jack screws.
7. Lock frame using slide bolts. Install guards.
8. Install end-duct assembly on le and right sides.
9. Install hose on each side
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Basic Operaon
A. Hook Up Procedure
1. Align tractor with implement. Aach lower li
arms.
2. Aach upper 3-point arm. Adjust length for
desired approach angle.
3. Install PTO, tube aached to mower, bar
aached to tractor.
4. Connect hydraulic lines to tractor remotes.
Typical install will require two remotes, one for
each nozzle control cylinder.
5. With the aachment and PTO line connected
check the drive sha through the enre
liing range checking for binding, booming,
uncoupling, or aachment contact.
B. Starng Procedure
1. Start engine and set throle to idle. Never
engage the PTO with the motor above idle
speed.
2. With the motor at low RPM engage the PTO
output.
3. Slowly bring the throle up to 540 PTO RPM.
If the Aachment produces excessive noise or
vibraon, disengage the PTO and shut down the
Power Unit immediately. Determine the cause
of the problem and correct it before connuing
with its operaon.
4. Check funconality of each nozzle control
cylinder.
5. Aachment is ready for operaon.
C. Running Your Aachment
1. Determine ground speed based on terrain and
material being cut. This will typically fall within
the 0-5 mph range.
2. Adjust the hitch to the approximate desired
cung height.
3. Adjust blower nozzles to achieve desired eect
4. Make sure PTO is properly aached.
D. Shut Down Procedure
1. Shut o Power Unit and set parking brake, wait
for the aachment to stop rotang.
2. Disengage the PTO drive and posion it for
storage or transport (See the “Storage and
Transport” secon for details on proper storage).
3. Visually inspect the PTO sha, all the bearings
and gearbox for excessive heat or leaks.
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Adjustments & Maintenance
Note: Before performing maintenance, ensure all
moon has stopped and that the Power Unit is
powered down with ignion key removed. Before
working on or underneath the machine, place blocks
on both sides of the Power Unit’s res and underneath
both ends of the machine to prevent accidental
lowering of the machine.
Wear components such as belts and bearings may
wear at dierent rates. Each should be inspected for
wear independently.
A. Belt Tension
1. Belt adjustment is achieved by raising and
lowering the blower assembly in the blower
support frame.
a. To adjust belt, loosen frame bolts and
use jack screws to raise or lower blower
assembly to desired tension.
b. There are 4 jack screws used to adjust
height, turn counterclockwise to lower and
clockwise to raise.
c. Adjustment of le or right side more than
the other can be used to adjust pulley angle
as required.
d. Use a straight edge to ensure pulleys are in
line.
2. Run-In
a. Check tension aer 2 hours of operaon
from rst startup.
b. Add tension as required using instrucons
above.
3. Roune Tensioning
a. Check tension every 10 hours of operaon
or before startup each day.
b. Belt will stretch over me.
c. Operang with loose belt will cause excess
heat and result in belt failure.
4. Belt Life
a. Replace belt when worn, cracked, or
damaged.
b. Protect from sunlight when stored for
extended period
c. Life can be extended by removing tension
during storage.
Tension Together
Opposite To Adjust Angle Lock
Adjustment
Lock
Adjustment
Belt Tension
Straight
Edge
Straight Edge
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Adjustments & Maintenance
B. Blower Height Adjustments
1. The output nozzle height of the blower can
be adjusted by sliding nozzle support tube to
desired posion.
C. Cleaning The Blower
1. Check for excessive grease in bearing areas on
the pulley side of the blower. Make sure that
grease is not allowed to get into the belt areas.
2. Clean any clippings from the gearbox areas,
pulley areas and anywhere else that is prone to
excessive heat where re can start.
3. Clean the inside of the blower with a pressure
washer make sure the inside of the blower is
kept free from mud and compact grass. Keep in
mind that mud built up on the blower fan can
cause imbalance.
4. Preserve damaged decals or replace them if
they are unreadable. Decal kits can be obtained
from your local Vrisimo dealer.
D. Lubricaon
Valley Tool recommends greasing with NLGI 2 ISO
VG460. Any lithium based NLGI Grade 2 grease
that is ISO 460 VG and of high quality will work.
DO NOT use grease designed for tractor pins and
bushings.
Blower Height
Lube Diagram
Deflecon
Fr =
Δ=
F =
NEW
5.5 - 5.9 lbf.
480 - 514 lbf.
¼” Deflecon
USED
4.8 - 5.2 lbf.
412 - 446 lbf.
¼” Deflecon
Tension Diagram
Bearings Flange
U-Joints
LUBRICATION FLUID INTERVAL HRS
NGLI 2 ISO VG460
NGLI 2 ISO VG460
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Lubricaon Schedule
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Parts: DIAGRAM 1
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2
1
6
BUSHING SK 1
₁₃⁄₁₆”
SHEAVE SK ADPTR HUB Z6 BARECO B 255 BUSHING SH 1.5 QD SHEAVE B-SECTION DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY P/N
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
TL-1625
P-1460
06043
TL-1620
P-1462
1 1 1 1 1
5
BELT 3BX-50 HI-POWER II ALL B-156A16
LOCKING COLLAR 1₁₅⁄₁₆” (NOT SHOWN) ALL C-19417
3 4 2 1
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Parts: DIAGRAM 2
6
2
3
3 4
1
5
6
SHAFT WELDMENT RH BUTTERFLY VALVE 8X8 SHAFT WELDMENT LH BUTTERFLY VALVE 8X8 OUTPUT DUCT 8X8 TO ROUND WELDMENT 12 CYL HYD HCI 4IN STRK BEARING 1.5 PILLOW BLOCK LP BERM BLOWER SHAFT 24IN DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY P/N
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
05810 05815 05768
SPEI004-HC
UEP 208-24-1500
05800
1 1 2 1 2 1
5 6 3 4 2 1
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Parts: DIAGRAM 3
2
21 3
4
4
5
FLL-BRG ½ x ⅝ x ½LG
ASY BUTTERFLY VALVE WELDMENT SHAFT WELDMENT RH BUTTERFLY VALVE 8X8 CYL HYD HCI 4IN STRK SHAFT WELDMENT LH BUTTERFLY VALVE 8X8 DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY P/N
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
6338K572
05809 05810
SPEI004-HC
05815
4 2 1 2 1
5 3 4 2 1
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Parts: DIAGRAM 4
5
4
6
7
3 4
2 1
FRAMING FTG XOVR THROUGH CONNECTOR NOZZLE MOUNT VERTICAL TUBE WELDMENT NOZZLE MOUNT HORIZONTAL TUBE 1.0 OD BLOWER LH MOUNT PLATE ASY GUARD WELDMENT INPUT DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY P/N
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
9578T21
07205 05782 05824 05952
2 2 2 1 1
5
OUTPUT NOZZLE 8IN WELDMENT ALL 0578126 GUARD TOP SHAFT REPLY FOR BERM BLOWER SANITIZER 0595417
3 4 2 1
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Parts: DIAGRAM 5
5
3
6
3 4
2 1
NOZZLE MOUNT HORIZONTAL TUBE 1.0 OD OUTPUT NOZZLE 8IN WELDMENT FRAMING FTG XOVR THROUGH CONNECTOR BLOWER RH MOUNT PLATE ASY IDLE GUARD LP BERM BLOWER DESCRIPTION MODEL QTY P/N
ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL
05782 05781
9578T21
05826 05947
2 2 2 1 1
5
NOZZLE MOUNT VERTICAL TUBE WELDMENT ALL 0720526
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