Flail Mower Operation & Safety Training Test

Maintenance Schedules

• Every 1500 hours or every 4 years: Change the poly V-belts
• Every 2 years: Change the air conditioning receiver drier
• Every 3750 hours or every 3 years: Change the DEF/AdBlue main filter
• Every 3750 hours or every 4 years: Change the engine coolant fluid

General Maintenance

• Clean the tractor, DEF/AdBlue control unit area, and SCR catalyst area
• Check the first stage fuel filter and water trap, and bleed the fuel system
• Inspect hydraulic system hoses, brake pedal latching/unlatching, and headlight and work light adjustments
• Replace bulbs, check fuses and relays, and protect electronic and electrical systems during battery charging or welding

Electro-Hydraulic Remote Control Valves

• Settings and adjustments for remote control valves
• Creating timer programs and connecting remote cylinders
• Operating with remote valves and external EHR controls
• Hydraulic oil level when using remote hydraulic equipment

Hydraulic Power Beyond Port

• Hydraulic power beyond for external services

Three Point Hitch

• Attaching three-point hitch equipment, lift rod adjustment, and top link adjustment
• Telescopic link ends, quick hitch, and linkage stabilizer adjustment

Drawbars and Towing Attachments

• Drawbars and towing attachments, including swinging drawbar

Trailer Braking Systems

• Trailer brake release switch, air-operated trailer brakes, and auxiliary air supply connector
• Hydraulic trailer brakes (Universal type - Dual line and Single line)

Wheels and Tires

• Tire combinations, front wheel track adjustment, and front wheel alignment
• Steering stops, wheel angle sensor calibration, and front axle oscillation stops
• Front fender, rear wheels, and rear wheel weight nuts
• Flange type axle, bar type axle, and dual rear wheels
• Tightening torques for front and rear wheels

Ballasting and Tires

• Ballasting and tires, iron weights, and liquid ballast
• Tire inflation, tire pressures, and permissible loads

Auxiliary Power Connections

• Diagnostic socket, trailer socket electrical, and electrical power connectors
• Internal power connectors, external power connectors, and ISO bus classes and functionality

Maintenance

• General information, including fuel requirements, fuel storage, and general specifications
• Introduction to maintenance, tractor jacking points, and engine oils
• Capacities, organic acid technology (OAT) coolant, and maintenance chart

Maintenance Chart

• Scheduled maintenance tasks, including every 10 hours, every 50 hours, every 150 hours, every 375 hours, and every 750 hours

Starting the Tractor

• Before starting the engine, ensure familiarity with all controls and instruments.

Pre-Operation Checks

• Perform daily lubrication and maintenance operations according to Section 7.
• Conduct a walk-around visual inspection of the tractor.

Machine Stability

• Consider and follow machine stability requirements to prevent machine instability and potential death or serious injury.
• Calculate the required front and rear mounted ballast according to the manual.
• Be aware of the effect of inclines and steep hills on machine stability.

Operating the Tractor

• Select the correct transmission ratio for each operation to save fuel and minimize engine wear.
• Check instruments and warning lights frequently.
• Keep the radiator and oil reservoirs filled to the recommended levels.

Maintenance

• Check the engine coolant level, engine oil level, and transmission oil level regularly.
• Change engine oil and filter every 750 hours.
• Check the front loader screws every 10 hours or daily.
• Clean the cab air filter, cooler section, and SCR cover air ducts every 50 hours.
• Grease all fittings every 50 hours.
• Check the front wheel, rear wheel, and rear wheel weight nuts every 50 hours.
• Check the tire pressures and condition every 50 hours.

Hydraulic Power Beyond Port

• Hydraulic power beyond for external services is available.

Three-Point Hitch

• Attach three-point hitch equipment according to the manual.
• Adjust the lift rod, top link, and telescopic link ends.
• Use quick hitch and linkage stabilizer adjustments.

Drawbars and Towing Attachments

• Use drawbars and towing attachments according to the manual.
• Adjust the swinging drawbar.

Trailer Braking Systems

• Use trailer brake release switch and air-operated trailer brakes (Universal and UK types).
• Use hydraulic trailer brakes (Universal type - Dual and Single line).

Wheels and Tires

• Use tire combinations according to the manual.
• Adjust front and rear wheel alignment, track, and oscillation stops.
• Tighten wheel bolts according to the recommended torque values.
• Ballast and inflate tires according to the manual.

Auxiliary Power Connections

• Use diagnostic socket, trailer socket electrical, and internal and external power connectors.
• Use ISO bus classes and functionality.

Warning Lights

• Identify and respond to warning lights for engine air cleaner, brake fluid level, and trailer brake system.

Machine Stability

• Machine stability is crucial to prevent death or serious injury
• ALWAYS consider and follow machine stability requirements to prevent machine instability

Calculating Stability

• Calculate front and rear mounted ballast based on machine stability requirements
• Refer to ballast recommendations and maximum permitted operating weights in the manual

Hazards and Warnings

• Driving on inclines and steep hills can affect machine stability
• Adjust ballast and driving speed to ensure stable and accurate steering and braking performance
• Failure to comply can result in death or serious injury

Necessary Data for Evaluating Stability

• Mass of unladen tractor (MT)
• Front axle load unladen tractor (MF)
• Rear axle load unladen tractor (MR)
• Distance Centre of Gravity front load to front axle centre (a)
• Wheelbase (b)
• Distance rear axle centre to lower hitch point of three point linkage (c)
• Distance Centre of Gravity rear load to lower hitch point of three point linkage (d)
• Distance rear axle centre to centre of gravity (COG) of MT (e)
• Mass of front mounted equipment or front mounted ballast (BF)
• Mass of rear mounted equipment or rear mounted ballast (BR)
• Maximum permissible mass of the laden tractor (MPT max)
• Maximum permissible front axle load (MPF max)
• Maximum permissible rear axle load (MPR max)

Maintenance and Safety Checks

• Pay particular attention to poly 'V' belt, engine and exhaust areas, hoses, lines, and fittings during the 50 hour running-in period
• Avoid overloading the engine and operating in too high a gear under heavy load
• Do not operate without a load on the engine
• Make any necessary repairs before using the tractor

Types of Controls

• Preventive controls aim to prevent errors or problems from occurring in the first place, examples include training, quality inspections, and standard operating procedures.
• Detective controls identify errors or problems after they have occurred, examples include quality control checks, audits, and performance metrics.
• Corrective controls correct errors or problems after they have been detected, examples include corrective action plans, process improvements, rework or reprocessing.

Control Objectives

Effectiveness and Efficiency

• Effectiveness ensures operations achieve their intended goals and objectives.
• Efficiency ensures operations use resources in the most optimal way.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance

• Quality ensures operations produce high-quality products or services.
• Safety ensures operations are safe for employees, customers, and the environment.
• Compliance ensures operations comply with laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Control Activities

Authorization and Verification

• Authorization involves approving transactions, activities, or decisions to ensure they are legitimate and authorized.
• Verification involves checking the accuracy, completeness, and authenticity of transactions, activities, or decisions.

Validation and Monitoring

• Validation ensures transactions, activities, or decisions are correct and in line with policies and procedures.
• Monitoring involves ongoing surveillance of operations to identify and respond to errors or problems.

Control Environment

Tone at the Top and Risk Management

• Tone at the top refers to the attitude and behavior of management towards controls and risk management.
• Risk Management involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to operations.

Policies, Training, and Awareness

• Policies and procedures establish clear guidelines and rules for operations.
• Training and awareness educate employees on controls and risk management.

Joystick Controls

Types of Controls

• Digital controls include on/off switches and binary inputs, such as buttons.
• Analog controls provide continuous input, including throttles and steering, and use variable resistance, such as potentiometers.

Joystick Control Elements

Axes

• Joysticks have three axes: X-axis for left/right movement, Y-axis for forward/backward movement, and Z-axis for up/down movement.

Buttons

• Primary trigger buttons are used for actions like firing or shooting.
• Secondary buttons are used for actions like jumping or crouching.

Hat Switch

• A hat switch is a 4- or 8-way directional switch often used for camera control or navigation.

Joystick Control Schemes

Real-World Inspired Controls

• Joystick controls can be modeled after real-world controls, such as aircraft yokes or sticks with throttle and rudder pedals.
• Vehicle controls can include a steering wheel, accelerator, and brake pedals.

Custom Controls

• Custom controls can be designed for specific games, such as flight simulators or racing games.
• Adaptive controls can be designed for accessibility, allowing players with disabilities to play games more easily.

Bomford Tractor Parts

• The Bomford tractor has a cab, which serves as the operator's compartment.
• The rear window provides visibility for the operator.
• The rear mudguard protects the tractor from mud and debris.
• The tool carrier is designed to hold various tools and equipment.
• The rear hydraulics, side hydraulics, and lower hydraulics are systems that provide power and control to the tractor's functions.
• The power take-off shaft is a driveshaft that connects to various implements and attachments.
• The back axle is a critical component of the tractor's suspension and steering system.
• The rear light and front light provide illumination for the tractor during nighttime operations.
• The folding arm for tool is an adjustable component that allows for the attachment and detachment of tools.
• The Bomford tractor has a label identifying it as a Falcon model.

Bomford Tractor Parts

• The Bomford tractor has a cab, which serves as the operator's compartment.
• The rear window provides visibility for the operator.
• The rear mudguard protects the tractor from mud and debris.
• The tool carrier is designed to hold various tools and equipment.
• The rear hydraulics, side hydraulics, and lower hydraulics are systems that provide power and control to the tractor's functions.
• The power take-off shaft is a driveshaft that connects to various implements and attachments.
• The back axle is a critical component of the tractor's suspension and steering system.
• The rear light and front light provide illumination for the tractor during nighttime operations.
• The folding arm for tool is an adjustable component that allows for the attachment and detachment of tools.
• The Bomford tractor has a label identifying it as a Falcon model.

Bomford Tractor Parts

• The Bomford tractor has a cab, which serves as the operator's compartment.
• The rear window provides visibility for the operator.
• The rear mudguard protects the tractor from mud and debris.
• The tool carrier is designed to hold various tools and equipment.
• The rear hydraulics, side hydraulics, and lower hydraulics are systems that provide power and control to the tractor's functions.
• The power take-off shaft is a driveshaft that connects to various implements and attachments.
• The back axle is a critical component of the tractor's suspension and steering system.
• The rear light and front light provide illumination for the tractor during nighttime operations.
• The folding arm for tool is an adjustable component that allows for the attachment and detachment of tools.
• The Bomford tractor has a label identifying it as a Falcon model.