Wessex AF120 User manual

ABroadwood International Product
Operation Manual and Parts Book
Wessex AF120 & AFC120 Trailed Flail Mowers
Manufacturers and Distributors of Quality Equipment
Product Code: L2002
Issue May 2011
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CONTENTS
Welcome to your new Wessex Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Safety Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Important Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Important ATV Safety Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting up your Mower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Using your Wessex Mower / 4 Wheel Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Belt Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Maintenance / Belt Adjustment / Lubrication / Flail Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Troubleshooting / Winter Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Parts Illustration - AF & AFC 120 - - Mainframe Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Parts List - AF & AFC 120 - Mainframe Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Parts Illustration - AF120 Side Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Parts List - AF120 Side Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Parts Illustration - AF & AFC 120 Rear Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Parts List - AF & AFC 120 Rear Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Parts Illustration - AF & AFC 120 Four Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Parts List - AF & AFC 120 Four Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Parts Illustration - AFC120 Side Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Parts List - AFC120 Side Wheel Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Parts Illustration - Drive Shaft Assembly (Centre Mount) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Parts List - Drive Shaft Assembly (Centre Mount) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Parts Illustration -Manual Engagement Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Parts List - Manual Engagement Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Parts Illustration / Parts List - Control Arm Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Illustration -AF120 Belt Retainer Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Illustration - Adjusting Screw Mount / Pivot Position for Adjusting Screw Assembly . . . . . .28
CE Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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WELCOME TO YOUR NEW WESSEX PRODUCT
Thank you for purchasing a Wessex product. As a Broadwood customer, you now number among
the most important people of our business and we will endeavour to give you the best service
available through our dealer network.
Please read this Manual carefully and familiarise yourself and other persons that will be using the
machine with its contents, to ensure the optimum performance and working life of your machine. It
is advisable that a copy of this Manual is kept in the workshop and one copy with the machine.
Further copies are available through your dealer.
On delivery, your dealer should go through the workings of the machine with you, explaining the
setting up procedures, all of which are contained in this manual for further reference. The Warranty
Registration Form must also be completed and returned to us within 7 days of delivery in order
to validate the Warranty.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING PAGES CAREFULLYBEFORE USING YOUR MACHINE
AND KEEP THIS MANUAL IN ASAFE PLACE.
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL IS TO ALERT OPERATORS OF AHAZARD
THAT MAYRESULT IN INJURY.
ALWAYS FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

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SAFETY DECALS
GB ATTENTION Description of pictograms.
FATTENTION Description des pictogrames.
DVORSICH Beschreigung der piktogramme.
GB Read Operating manual before use.
FLisez Manual D’Opéreration avant l’utilisation.
D Vor der Benutzung, Betriebshandbuch lesen.
GB Ear defenders must be worn.
FDéfenseurs des oreilles doivent être portés.
DGehörschutz getragen werden.
GB Never remove guards or attempt adjustment until rotor has stopped.
FNe retirez jamais les gardes ou d'ajustement tentative jusqu'à ce que toutes les pièces mobiles ont
été interrompus.
DSchutzvorrichtung niemals abnehmen oder einstellung versuchen, bevore der rotor abstellt.
GB Bystanders must be at least 20 metres from machine range of action.
FDes spectateurs doivent s’écarter au moins 20 mètres du rayon d’action de la machine.
DUmstenhenden müßen sich mindestens 20 meter vom maschinenbetriebsraum entfernen.
GB Stand clear. Flying objects possible.
FS’écartez! Possibilité d’objets volants.
DZurückbleiben! Herumfliegende objekte möglich
GB Examine blades regularly. The operator is responsible for machine damage caused by unbalanced
rotors.
FExaminez des lames régulièrement. L’opérateur est responsable des dommages à la machine
provoqés par des rotors mal equilibrés
DKlingen regelmäßig kontrollieren. Der abeiter ist an den durch unausgewogenen rotoren
maschinenschäden verantwortlich.
GB Keep hands and feet clear
FGarder les mains et les pieds.
DHalten Sie Ihre Hände und Füße.
GB Grease points
FLes points de graissage
DGrease Punkte.
GB Liftt Machine before turning
F Levez la machine avant de la tourner
D Maschine aufheben, bevor man sie umdreht.

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SAFETY DECALS
GB It is the operators responsibility to ensure that the machine is compatible with the load-
ing capacity of the towing vehicle.
FIl est de la responsabilité des opérateurs afin de s’assurer que la machine est compati-
ble avec la capacité de chargement du véhicule tracteur.
DEs ist den Betreibern dafür zu sorgen, dass die Maschine mit der Belastbarkeit des
Zugfahrzeugs ist.
GB Never carry passengers on implements unless designed to do so.
FNe jamais transporter des passagers sur instruments sauf s’ils sont conçus pour le
faire.
DNiemals Passagiere implementiert, es sei denn ausgelegt, dies zu tun.
GB ATTENTION: Engage Slowly.
F ATTENTION: Engagez Lentement.
DVORSICH: Einschalten Langsam.
GB Lifting Point
FPoint de levage
DAnschlagpunkt

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
Wessex machines are guarded for your protection, but you must always observe certain
elementary precautions. Machines are potentially dangerous and should be used with the greatest
respect and ALL OPERATORS MUST read this manual and be are aware of all safety
precautions.
1. NEVER attempt any adjustment whatsoever, unless the machine is COMPLETELYat a
standstill.
2. NEVER attempt to clear any obstructions around the mower unless the machine is
COMPLETELYat a standstill.
3. NEVER remove belt guards unless the machine is COMPLETELYat a standstill.
4. NEVER remove safety guards which are provided for your protection.
5. NEVER operate the mower with people behind, keep everybody (especially children and
animals) at a safe distance, minimum 20 metres.
6. Stand well back from the machine when cutters are spinning.
7. Regularly inspect the BLADES AND FIXING BOLTS to ensure that they are in tip-top
condition. Replace blades IMMEDIATELYif any signs of fracture or excess wear becomes
apparent. Serious damage, which is excluded from our warranty conditions, may result from
using your mower with an unbalanced rotor. When replacing blades, always fit new
mounting bolts and nuts to ensure that the rotor is balanced and running smoothly.
HEALTH AND SAFETY - Noise at Work Regulations
READING AT THE OPERATORS EAR
Wessex AF Flail mower: Approximately 97.5 D.B.A
Depending on conditions and material being cut, this reading may alter, it is therefore advisable for
users to do their own assessment.
In compliance with the above regulations, Ear Protectors must be worn when
operating machinery.

READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON COUPLING IMPLEMENTS AND
ATTACHMENTS TO ATV’S
TRAINING
= It is most essential that all operators of ATV’s are trained by a certified training organisation.
= It is strictly forbidden that any person under 16 years of age should ride an ATV.
= Any person 17 years of age must have had training before towing a trailer with an ATV.
= Contact your local HSE office for approved training courses.
BODY PROTECTION
= Remember that when riding on an ATV the only form of protection that you have is what you
wear. ALWAYS wear a helmet, eye protection and suitable robust clothing.
= Never operate an ATV or attachments while under the influence of alcohol or non-prescription
drugs.
= Contact your doctor before operation of an ATV or attachments while under the influence of any
prescription drugs.
ATV MANUAL
= Before coupling any implement to your ATV refer to your ATV handbook.
STABILITY
= When using equipment coupled to an ATV it is very important to remember that the handling
characteristics of your ATV will change dramatically, whether the additional load is placed on
the front or rear rack or trailed on the towing ball hitch.
WEIGHT CAPACITY
= Always ensure that the implement or attachment that your are coupling to the ATV is within the
ATV’s drawbar loading or weight carrying capacity. Refer to the ATV manufacturer’s handbook
to obtain information on the specific capacities.
= It is most important that you know the weight of your load, especially when on slopes or
hillsides.
= As a guide, on level ground with an unbraked implement, the weight of the implement should
be approximately no more than twice the unladen weight of the ATV. This should be reduced
on sloping, uneven or rough ground.
WEIGHT TRANSFER
= Always take great care when towing loads which may be subject to weight transfer e.g. liquids
or livestock, especially on hillsides and slopes.
= Always restrict the movement of animals or rolling objects in a trailer.
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IMPORTANT ATV SAFETY WARNINGS

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TOWING
= Never tow loads larger or heavier than recommended for your ATV. (See ATV hand book).
= Never tow or turn across a slope.
= Never tow down a steep slope with a large or heavy load.
= When towing heavy loads there is a significant risk of jack-knifing or overturning.
ROUGH TERRAIN
= Always take care when operating implements on rough terrain or uneven ground.
= Take special care when operating on slippery surfaces especially hill sides or slopes.
= Take extra care when towing on hillsides, slopes or rough terrain.
OPERATING ON ROADS
= Implements are not designed for travelling distances on roads but when crossing or going short
road distances always travel slowly and do not exceed 20 KPH.
= Make sure that your equipment complies with Road Vehicle Lighting Regulations.
= Ensure that you have the correct insurance cover and comply with all relevant laws.
LOAD SECURITY
= Always secure your load firmly with ratchet straps.
= Make sure that your load is evenly; distributed.
= Never stack a high load, high loads increase the risk of overturning.
PASSENGERS
= Never carry passengers on any kind of implement or attachment, especially children.
MAINTENANCE
= Service your ATV and attachments as per the manufacturer’s handbook. Regular servicing of
your ATV will ensure that it will steer, stop and handle to its best ability and your attachment will
operate as safely and effectively as possible. Regular servicing helps ensure the longest
possible working life for your equipment.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY INSPECTION
= Check tyre pressure, incorrect tyre pressure can seriously affect the handling of your ATV.
(See Operators handbook).
= Maintain your equipment regularly to keep it in safe working order.
ROUTE / RISK ASSESSMENT
= Assess and plan the route that you intend to travel to avoid any type of hazards i.e. rocks,
boulders, ditches, hidden fences or wire, pot holes, low hanging branches or any other type of
hazard.
= Where possible stay with a routine route to avoid hazards.
= The risk may change in wet or wintery conditions, avoid slopes where possible.
IMPORTANT ATV SAFETY WARNINGS

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WARRANTY
Your Broadwood product or equipment is warranted free from defect in workmanship or
manufacture for one year from date of purchase. Any parts which appear to us to be defective,
either in material or workmanship shall be replaced or repaired at no cost to the purchaser, subject
to the following conditions:
1. The registration card enclosed with this booklet must be returned to us within seven days of
purchase.
2. Any failure in the machine should be reported in the first instance immediately to your
dealer, who will act on your behalf to resolve the matter to your satisfaction.
3. The defective parts will be returned by your dealer to us, accompanied by a full statement
describing the failure and the circumstances and conditions in which the failure occurred.
4. The following are specifically excluded from our terms of warranty:
a) Fair wear and tear, especially to belts, brushes, blades and spinners.
b) Damage to blades or brushes caused through incorrect positioning of the rotor (see
instructions).
c) Damage caused by neglect or lack of lubrication.
d) Damage caused by misuse or abuse.
e) Damage caused whilst the machine is in transit.
f) Damage caused to the frame of the machine by running the machine with unbalanced
rotors, blades or spinners.
g) Damage caused to the machine by use with loose nuts, bolts, screws or any other type
of fittings.
5. The warranty is for the benefit of the first user only.
6. Broadwood International decisions will be final and binding.
Note:
It is recommended that every machine is inspected after one hour of operation to check that
all nuts, bolts, screws or any other types of fixings are tight and any loose fixings or
components should be rectified as appropriate.
Further inspections should be carried out at regular intervals thereafter.

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SETTING UP YOUR MOWER
1. Reverse your towing vehicle up to your machine, and connect to the ball hitch. Ensure that it is
locked in position prior to use.
2. Secure the engine cut-off switch to the rear carrier, within easy reach of the operator.
3. Ensure that the rotor is disengaged, and stationary, before using the adjustment handle to adjust
the cutting height.
4. Adjust the rear roller to suit conditions. Set the roller down for large volumes of cut material.
5. In order to obtain full cutting height adjustment, the adjustment handle(s) must be in the correct
position on the adjusting screw mount see Plate 10 (page 30).
USING YOUR WESSEX MOWER
1. Centrifugal Clutch version - The engine on your mower can be started with the throttle set at
either the high or low revs setting, but always ensure that the revs are immediately adjusted so
that the clutch is either completely engaged or disengaged. Running the machine with the
clutch partially engaged will drastically reduce the life of the clutch.
2. Manual Clutch version - Always start the engine with the clutch disengaged.
IMPORTANT - To commence cutting, engage the clutch slowly!
3. Suitable forward speed will be determined by the amount, type, and condition of material to be
cut. In very difficult conditions, better results will be obtained by making two passes, and
adjusting cutting height accordingly.
4. Cutting height is adjusted by turning the adjustment handle in the relevant direction.
4 WHEEL VERSION
1. Both front and rear wheels should be adjusted for cutting height, to keep the machine level.
2. When towing between jobs, it is advisable to adjust cut height to maximum, for smooth running
of front (swivel) wheels.