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Operation 15
MAN0506 (Rev. 9/5/2008)
Figure 1. Flail Shredder Principal Components
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
NOTICE
■ This Pre-Operation Check List is provided for
the operator. It is important to follow for both per-
sonal safety and maintenance of the flail shredder.
___ Check all lubrication points and grease as
instructed in Lubrication Service Record, page
27.
___ Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight
to pull the unit. (See chart below.)
___ Check that the unit is properly attached to the
tractor. On pull-type unit, be sure there is a
mechanical retainer through the drawbar pin and
the safety chain is installed. On 3-point hitch
units, be sure retainers are used on the mounting
pins.
___ Check oil level in gearbox. Add oil as required.
___ Check that the PTO driveline turns freely and that
the driveline can telescope easily.
___ Check tire pressure. Inflate to specified level.
___ Check flails. Inspect for damage or breakage.
Make sure they swing freely on their mount.
Repair or replace as required.
___ Check condition of cutter blade (if so equipped).
___ Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, couplers, and
fittings. Tighten, repair, or replace any leaking or
damaged components.
___ Install and secure all guards, doors, and covers.
___ Check PTO clutch operation (see . Weasler Mod-
ular Friction Clutch (24K), page 33).
CHOOSING THE CORRECT TRACTOR
To ensure safe and reliable operation of the flail shred-
der, use a tractor with the correct specifications. Use
the following guidelines to select the correct tractor.
1. Horsepower
Use Table 1 on page 16 for selecting the tractor horse-
power class appropriate for your unit’s width.
Increase the horsepower level by 25 percent when
operating in hilly, soft, or wet conditions.
2. Tractor Weight
By following recommendations for tractor horsepower,
the tractor will have sufficient weight to provide stability
for unit during field operation or when transporting.
When using a 3-point mounted shredder, we recom-
mend that each tractor be equipped with a full comple-
ment of suitcase weights on the tractor front (see
Figure 2 for example). This will provide the required
front weight for turning and extra traction if equipped
with front wheel assist.
1. Crossmember
2. Rubber belt shield
3. Skid assembly
4. Rubber belt shield
5. Body weldment
6. Flail tube assembly RH
7. Flail tube assembly LH
8. Woods model decal
9. Gearbox
10. Bearing assembly