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Operator Manual & Parts List MAJOR RANGE OF FLAIL MOWERS MJ22-100, MJ22-140 & MJ22-180 MJ24-230 & MJ24-280 MJ26-230 & MJ26-280 REV2-113...
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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.
Contents Introduction Thank you Using Your Operator’s Manual Safety Issues Product Identifi cation Machine Serial Numbers Register Your Product and Warranty Online Safety Machine Safety Labels Safe Operation Workstation Regulations for use of the transmission PTO Shaft Safety Driving Safely on Public Roads General safety instructions General description of the machine Operating the Machine...
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• 89/392/EEC, 91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC, 93/68/EEC, EN292, EN 704 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.
Product Identifi cation 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. We suggest that you record your machine details below:...
Safe Operation The MAJOR Shredder is designed to operate at 540 RPM. Ensure tractor PTO output is set at 540 RPM. The MAJOR Shredder must only be used for cutting grass. Moreover, it must only be used with a suitable tractor (see product specifi...
Grease the two profi les and join the two halves of the PTO together. • Mount the PTO shaft and check that its length is correct as before. The shaft must not reach the end of the tube or project from this. Ensure the PTO does not bottom when turning. www.major-equipment.com...
22) When the machine is raised for maintenance, make sure that the machine is safely and suitably supported. If repairs are necessary, please ask to the authorised workshops. 23) Dispose of lubricants respecting the laws which protect the environment. www.major-equipment.com...
The rotor is dynamically balanced to obtain a correct rotation with no vibrations. The rotor is equipped with a blades or hammers, which assure the perfect chopping of the product and good ventilation. Fig. 1a MJ22 Fig. 1b MJ24 www.major-equipment.com...
During the transport and any time the machine shall be raised, the raising device shall be adjusted to assure that the machine is 35cm over the ground (see Fig. 5). Before raising the machine wait until the transmission and the rotor are completely still During the transport of the shredder the PTO shaft must be disconnected. Fig. 5 www.major-equipment.com...
2) Adjust the height of the skids to reach the lower point of the blades and hammers. 3) When the correct position is reached, fasten the screws. 4) Check that the skids are at the same height of the frame of the machine. www.major-equipment.com...
3) Version with hydraulic movement operated by a hydraulic cylinder powered by the tractor. The tractor operates the cylinder by means of the lever of the hydraulic distributor. To move the connection frame remove the screws “y”, move the linkage frame to the alternative position and lock screws “y” carefully (see Fig. 10). Fig. 10 www.major-equipment.com...
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 shredder, please contact the manufacturer of the machine. While operating the machine do not exceed the speed of 10 km/h Front mounted MJ26 connection FRONT MOUNTED REAR MOUNTED www.major-equipment.com...
5) Tighten the locking screws of the gear box checking that the axis is parallel to the machine. If the transmission is not parallel to the machine, the belts wear out quickly. 6) Correctly assemble the transmission and fasten the guard to protect the belts. Fig. 13 www.major-equipment.com...
2) Turn the machine on the side on a perfectly plain ground. 3) Replace the blades and hammers as shown in the assembly Fig. 14. Carefully tighten the screws. 4) When the blades or hammers are replaced, carefully lower the machine. Fig. 14 www.major-equipment.com...
Good, regular maintenance and correct use are if the topper is to remain safe and long lasting. PTO Shaft Maintenance Guard Removal and Yoke End Greasing Prise back locking tabs Pull back PTO Guard Grease points as shown Push Guard into position Click into place Tie check chain PTO Guard Greasing Intervals www.major-equipment.com...
Replace seal or use a sealant on outside diameter Gearbox leaking Oil seal not sealing in the housing of seal Oil level too high Drain oil to proper level Hole in gearbox Replace the gearbox Gasket damaged Replace gasket Bolts loose Tighten bolts www.major-equipment.com...
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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...