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Operator Manual & Parts List MAJOR GRASS SLASHERS & JUNGLE BUSTER...
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Major reserves the right to modify the machinery and the technical data contained within the manual without prior notice. Further to this, Major assumes no liability for any damages which may result from the use of the information contained within this manual.
Driving safely on public roads Operating the Machine Inspections before Use Key to Main Parts Starting Regulations Hitching to the tractor Operating the Machine/Mowing Maintenance Greasing schedule Trouble Shooting Spare Parts 601SL Grass Slasher 605SL Grass Slasher Jungle Buster (JB) 609SL Grass Slasher Gearboxes...
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EN ISO 13857 - Safety of machinery: Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and lower limbs. I certify on behalf of Major Equipment Int. Ltd., that this machine when properly installed and operated correctly, complies with all the essential Health & Safety requirements of all legislation referred to above.
Machine Serial Numbers If you need to contact MAJOR or your MAJOR dealer for information on servicing or spare parts, always provide the product model and serial numbers. Model and Serial number can be found on the Serial Plate located on the machine.
Product Specifications Model PTO input Cutting width Cutting Range No. of blades Power requirements 601SL 540 RPM 1700mm / 5’ 7” 10 - 250mm /1/2” - 10” 30 - 60 HP 605SL 540 RPM 1830mm/ 6’ 10 - 250mm /1/2” - 10”...
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Slips and falls often result from: 1. Slippery footing on the ground 2. Cluttered steps and work platforms. The potential for slips and falls can be greatly reduced by using good judgement and practicing good housekeeping on and around equipment. www.major-equipment.com...
Operating Safely This MAJOR machine is designed to operate at a PTO rate which is stated in the Product Specifications part of this booklet. Ensure tractor PTO output is set at a correct RPM rate. This MAJOR machine must only be used for purposes outlined in the Intended Use section of this booklet.
4. It is mandatory to read all the safety requirements and the operator’s manual of the machine. 5. If you are not sure how to use the machine, please contact the manufacturer or the dealer. www.major-equipment.com...
Operating the Machine Inspections before Use Always disengage PTO, Switch off tractor engine and engage the parking brake before making adjustments to the machine. 1. With the whole machine as level as possible, check the oil level in the gearboxes. Top up as required with SAE EP90 gear oil through the oil filler plug indicated.
Operating the Machine/Mowing The MAJOR Pasture Topper is designed to operate at a max 540 rpm (1000 RPM Jungle Buster. Always operate on level ground when hitching / unhitching the implement. This will prevent dangerous movement. Never allow anyone to stand between the tractor and the pasture topper.
Trouble Shooting FAULT POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Irregular cut Worn or broken blades Sharpen or replace blades Loose parts Check all bolts are fully tightened. Noisy machine Insufficient oil in gearbox. Check oil level and top up as necessary. Incorrect PTO R.P.M. rate. Check PTO R.P.M.
Spare Parts - Slashers Use Genuine Parts For best results you should always choose geniune parts for your machines. MAJOR spare parts are identical to those used on our machines during assembly. They have been developed by our R&D department and tested thoroughly to meet high quality standards.
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Snap Ring (72x75x2.5 , For Holes) 22 8.5.3.00955 Snap Ring SB 81 (81x82.8x2) 7 0.248.7500.00 Shim Kit (60.3x71.7) 23 0.205.7100.00 “Major” Name Plate 8 8.5.1.00680 Snap Ring (40x37.5x2.5 , For Shafts) 24 8.4.7.00823 Cotter Pin (4x40) 9 0.289.7102.02 Castle Nut (M20X1) 25 0.347.1300.00...
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Warranty: This machine is guaranteed for 12 months. No warranty is given where the machine is being used as a hire machine. Warranty is against faulty workmanship or parts, with the exception of components not of MAJOR’S manufacture or design, i.e.
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HEAD OFFICE UK OFFICE Netherlands & Germany OFFICE Major Equipment Intl Ltd Major Equipment Ltd Major Equipment Intl Ltd Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo Major Ind. Estate, Heysham, Postbus 29, NL-7700 AA Ireland Lancs, LA3 3JJ, UK Dedemsvaart, Nederland Tel: +353 (0) 9496 30572...