Ferris ZMT Offset User guide

ZMT Owner’s Manual

Owner’s Manual

ZMT Offset / In-line

Verge Mowers

Maintenance & Use

ZMT Owner’s Manual

CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION section 1 page 2

•Introduction - Goal of the manual section 1.1 page 2

•Identifying the machine section 1.2 page 2

•Spare parts section 1.3 page 2

TECHNICAL FEATURES section 2 page 3

•General Description of the Shredder section 2.1 page 3

•Technical Specifications section 2.2 page 4

•Noise section 2.3 page 4

•Width of Cut section 2.4 page 5

•Optional Equipment section 2.5 page 5

SAFETY RULES section 3 page 6

•General Safety Rules section 3.1 page 6

•Safety Rules Concerning the Hydraulic System section 3.2 page 6

•Safety Rules Concerning Road Traffic section 3.3 page 7

•Safety Rules During Use section 3.4 page 7

•List of Guards Fitted to the Machine section 3.5 page 6

•Description and Location of Safety Decals section 3.6 page 7

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION, HANDLING AND PARKING section 4 page 8

•Lifting and Unloading section 4.1 page 8

•Unpacking section 4.2 page 7

•Attachment to and Detachment from the Tractor section 4.3 page 8

•Attaching the PTO Shaft section 4.4 page 9

•Tractor stability section 4.5 page 6

•Parking section 4.6 page 7

ADJUSTMENT AND SETTING UP section 5 page 11

•Regulating the Height of Cut section 5.1 page 11

•Adjusting Belt Tension section 5.2 page 11

USE AND OPERATING RULES section 6 page 12

•Ram Control section 6.1 page 7

•Starting section 6.2 page 12

•Working Mode section 6.3 page 12

•Stopping section 6.4 page 7

•Transport Position section 6.5 page 12

MACHINE MAINTENANCE section 7 page 13

TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART section 8 page 14

REPLACING PARTS section 9 page 15

•Flails Replacement section 9.1 page 15

•Pipe Replacement section 9.2 page 11

•Pin Replacement section 9.3 page 15

•Belt Replacement section 9.4 page 11

DEMOLITION, DIFFERENTIATED DIVISION AND DISPOSAL section 10 page 14

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1GENERAL INFORMATION

1 .1 This operation and maintenance manual is intended for the professional user. It is

mandatory to follow these instructions in order to prevent situations that could

endanger the operator’s and other people’s safety, and to ensure the correct

functioning of the shredder. If you have questions, call “FERRI” after-sales service or

a specialized “FERRI” dealer.

1.2 Identifying the Machine

Each shredder has an identification plate attached; the data necessary to identify the

model and the serial number to order spare parts or after-sales service are both

stamped on the plate (see Figure 1)

Figure 1

1.3 It is strongly recommended to use genuine “FERRI” spare parts to avoid altering the

technical features of the shredder. “FERRI” is not responsible for any damage or

injuries to people due to unauthorized modifications or to the use of non-genuine

spare parts.

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2TECHNICAL FEATURES

2.1 FERRI shredders have been designed to shred materials growing or laying on the

ground, e.g. grass, bushes, sticks and shrubs up to .8”. diameter (proper use).

Any other use is considered improper and the manufacturer disclaims all

responsibility for any consequential injuries to people or for damage to the machine.

“Proper use” also refers to the safety and maintenance rules provided by the

manufacturer.

Technical Names (Figure 2)

1 - PTO Shaft 10 - Ram To Adjust Flail Head

2 - Levers To Adjust Flail Head 11 - Stand

3 - Gearbox 12 - Arms For Side Movement

4 - Pulleys 13 - Joint Pin

5 - Belts 14 - 3-Point Linkage

6 - Frame 15 - Ram For Side Movement

7 - Rotor 16 - Front Guard

8 - Flails 17 - Side Guard

9 - Roller

This machine is in conformity with the following provisions of law:

•Directive Machine 89/392/CEE and following additions: 91/368/CEE, 93/44/CEE

and 93/68/CEE;

•Regulations UNI EN 292/1 and 292/2 (machinery safety);

•DPR 27th April’1955, N. 547 (Rules for the prevention of industrial accidents).

Figure 2

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2.2 Technical Specifications (Table 1)

Table 1

Model ZMT 160 ZMT 180 ZM T200

Width of cut ft. 63” 71” 79”

Min. Tractor required power HP 50 - 60 60 - 70 70 - 80

Min. Tractor Weight 4818 5256 5694

PTO speed rpm 540 540 540

Max.Absorbed Power* HP 32 52 52

Weight Machine / Weight PTO Shaft lbs. 984 / 53 1178 / 53 1237 / 53

3-point linkage cat. II-III II-III II-III

Rotor Speed rpm 2430 2510 2510

Multi-Use Flails num. 40 48 48

Hammer Flails num. 20 24 24

Max. Pressure psi 2750 2750 2750

Dimensions

A - Width in. 63” 71” 79”

B - Length in. 35” 37” 37”

C - Height in. 17” 19” 19”

D - Total Height in. 26” 28” 28”

E - Total Width in. 70” 77” 85”

* When the absorbed power exceeds the maximum power indicated in Table 1 it is

recommended to use a PTO clutch (torque limiter).

2.3 Noise

The sound level of this machine, as measured at the operator’s position, ranges from

75 dB to 77.2 dB when the cab is closed, and from 81.9 to 83.4 dB when the rear

window is open. The acoustic power level is LWA 102.5.

When the sound level perceivable at the operator’s position ranges from 85 dB and

90 dB, the use of ear protectors is recommended.

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2.4 Width of Cut Figure 3 shows the width of cut of the shredder.

Dimensions are shown in Table 2.

2.5 Optional Equipment

2.5.1 Flails

Depending on the different crops to be cut, suitable flails can

be fitted and used:

•Articulated flails for grass, shrubs, sticks and bushes of up

to 1.2” in diameter.

•Forged hammer blades for grass, twigs, shrubs, bushed up

to 1.2” in diameter.

Table 2

Model ZMT 160 ZMT 180 ZMT 200

A 63” 71” 79”

C 88” 96” 104”

G 73” 76” 76”

H 25” 25” 25”

I 69” 72” 72”

L 63” 63” 63”

Figure 3

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3GENERAL SAFETY RULES

3.1 General Safety Rules:

•It is mandatory to read and follow the instructions from the use and maintenance manual

before carrying out any operation or moving the shredder. Improper use or moving it

improperly may seriously damage property and harm people.

•Both the operator and maintenance fitter must know the shredder well, especially

regarding dangers resulting from improper use or incorrect repairs.

•Before starting, check the tractor and shredder in regards to functionality, road safety

and accident prevention rules.

•Even when using the shredder correctly, stones or other objects may be thrown a long

distance. Therefore, nobody should be standing within the danger area. Special

attention must be paid when working near roads or buildings.

•Use tractor with cabs.

•The condition of flails and of all guards must be checked before beginning the daily

work. They must be replaced if damaged or missing.

•During checks or repairs, make sure nobody can start the shredder by mistake.

•Never wear loose or fluttering clothes.

•Never carry passengers on the tractor.

•Never carry passengers on the shredder.

•Never enguage the PTO with the engine stopped.

•Never approach the shredder until the rotor has completely stopped.

•Do not enter the working zone of the PTO shaft while it is in motion. It is dangerous to

approach the rotating parts of the machine.

•Keep the PTO shaft guard in good working order.

•Before starting, check the surrounding area for the eventual presence of children and or

animals.

•DO NOT stand in the range of operation of the machine.

•The PTO shaft must be assembled and disassembled only with the engine is stopped

and the ignition key removed.

•Before connecting the power take-off, check that the speed and rotation direction

corresponds to those of the shredder.

•Before leaving the tractor with the shredder attached, proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect the power takeoff.

2. Put the machine firmly on the ground (with the hydraulic lift).

3. Apply the hand brake and if the ground is sloping steeply, wedge the tractor

wheels.

4. Take the ignition key out.

•Immediately replace any safety sign or missing, damaged decal.

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3.2 Safety Rules Concerning the Hydraulic System

•This shredder uses the hydraulic circuit of the tractor to carry out side movements

and to adjust the flail head; the pressure of such system must not exceed 190 BAR.

•Mark the different pipes to avoid reversal of operation.

IMPORTANT: Do not look for oil leaks with bare hands, but always while wearing

gloves or with a cloth. Oil under strong pressure may seep into the skin causing

serious infections. In this case contact a doctor immediately.

•Periodically check the flexible hoses; if they are worn or damaged they must be

replaced with others of the same specification.

•Before working on the hyudraulic system, lower the machine, take pressure out

and stop the tractor.

•Used oils and greases must be stored and disposed of according to anitpollution

rules.

3.3 Safety Rules Concerning Road Traffic

•In transport, reduce speed, especially on bumpy roads. The weight of the shredder

may render driving difficult and damage the shredder itself.

•Check that the levers which operate the hydraulic lift are locked to avoid the

lowering of the machine during transport.

•When driving on public roads, respect all road rules in force. Never transport the

shredder with the rotor moving, even for short distances.

•Lock the shredder with the appropriate chain.

3.4 Safety Rules During Use

•Pay special attention, when working with the machine, not to touch fixed objects

such as road drains, wells, shafts, curbs, guard rails, tracks, etc. This could cause

the breakage of the flails, which can be thrown at very high speed.

•If wires, ropes or chains should get entangled in the rotor, stop immediately to

prevent damage or a dangerous situation; stop the rotor and the tractor, take out

the ignition key.

Put working gloves on, clear the rotor with the aid of pliers or shears. Do not try to

disentangle by inverting the rotational direction of the rotor.

•Do not use the machine when there is vibration in the flail head, as this could

cause breakage and serious damage. Find the cause of the vibration and repair it.

•Do not operate with the arm extended if the tractor is on a sloping ground.

3.5 List of Guards Attached to The Shredder (Figure 4)

1 - PTO Shaft

2 - PTO Shaft Guard

3 - Belt Guard

4 - Danger and Warning Decals

5 - Front Guard

6 - Side Guard

Figure 4

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3.6 Description and Location of Safely Decals (Figure 5)

Carefully follow the instructions detailed on the decals.

Description of the Decals

1. Warning of danger through lack of knowledge of all the functions of the machine

and the resulting risks: read the use and maintenance manual before operating

the shredder.

2. Danger sign of crushing or shearing: do not put limbs in the moving parts of the

machine where this decal is located.

3. Danger sign: it shows the risk of flying stones or other objects and it is mandatory

to keep out of the danger zone.

4. Danger sign of rotating flails: do not enter the area of operation with hands or feet.

5. Danger of getting entangled: do not approach the rotating PTO shaft. Pay special

attention to clothes which must not be loose or fluttering.

6. Danger of crushing: keep out of the danger zone. Before you make any

adjustments or perform maintenance it is neccesary to lock the hydraulic cylinders.

Figure 5

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4. INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND

HANDLING

4.1 Lifting and Unloading

To handle the shredder use a hoist or a crane

with lifting capability suitable to the weight of

the machine (see Table 1) and with proper

chains and type approved hooks attach them

to the marked points, as shown in Figure 6.

4.2 Packing

To make transport easier, the shredder can be supplied in a special pack

(disassembled and on pallets).

In this case, a card showing the reassembling procedure will be attached to the Use

and Maintenance Manual.

4.2.1 Instructions For Assembly

Instructions for the assembly of the mower when it is shipped partially dismounted

(Figure A).

Inordertohavethemower stable duringtheoperations, hook themowerup to theshift

ofthe tractor.

•Switch off the tractor.

•Cut the fixing strings used for transport reasons.

•Bring the arm (1) and put it on the ground.

•Turn the arm (2) around as shown on Figure B.

•Put the arm (1) on the proper support (3) & (4) and lock with threaded pins (5).

•Fix the cylinder (6) (rod side) with threaded pin (7).

Figure 6

Figure A

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