PDF Operators Manual Gehl FC7200 Flail Chopper - 457 KB
This is the official operator's manual for the Gehl FC7200 Flail Chopper.
It provides detailed instructions on proper operation, safety precautions, and routine maintenance.
Understanding this manual is key to achieving optimal performance and ensuring the longevity of your equipment.
It is an essential read for anyone operating or maintaining the FC7200.
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Form No.
907111
Replaces
7200 902777
Flail Chopper
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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SURE to check with local law enforcement agencies for dangerous. Whenever possible, trained personnel
your own particular regulations. Unless otherwise should be called to service and/or mount tires, following
prohibited, use a Slow-moving Vehicle Emblem. the tire manufacturer’s instruction. If you do NOT have
such instructions, contact your tire dealer or our
Only a safety chain (NOT an elastic or nylon/plastic tow Company. In any event, to avoid possible fatal or serious
strap) should be used to retain the connection between injury, follow the specific directive given in the
the towing and towed machines, in the event of Preparing for Field Operation chapter of this manual.
separation of the primary attaching system.
To ensure continued safe operation, replace damaged or
ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields when worn-out parts with genuine Gehl service parts,
striking metal against metal. It is further recommended BEFORE attempting to operate this equipment.
that a softer (non-chipable) material be used to cushion
the blow. Failure to heed could lead to serious injury to REMEMBER, it is the owner’s responsibility for
the eye(s) or other parts of the body. communicating information on the safe use and proper
maintenance of this machine.
Good safety practice dictates that you NEVER tow an NEVER use your hands to search for hydraulic fluid
implement (without brakes), unless the towing vehicle leaks; use a piece of cardboard. Escaping fluid under
weighs at least one-and-one half (1-1/2) times the pressure can be invisible and can penetrate the skin and
weight of the towed implement and its load. For any cause serious injury! If any fluid is injected into your
public highway travel and to be in compliance with this skin, see a doctor at once! Injected fluid MUST BE
rule, BE SURE that your tractor is heavy enough to surgically removed by a doctor familiar with this type of
counterbalance the weight of the Flail Chopper. injury or gangrene may result.
Our Company does NOT sell replacement tires. In DO NOT attempt to hand feed or kick any crop or
addition, tire mounting, service or inflation can be material into this machine!
Printed in U.S.A. 9 907111/AP0495
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6. Reassemble any Guards, close and secure all 1. After the Blower-Cutter has stopped turning, open
Guards and Covers, reconnect the Fixed-length the Deflector Clean-out Cover.
Universal and resume Flail Chopper operation.
2. Remove all of the plugging material from the
Blower-Cutter Deflector and check for plugging in the Blower
If the Blower-Cutter becomes plugged, proceed to Outlet, Blower-Cutter and Conveyor.
remove the plugging material as follows:
3. After all plugging material has been removed,
reassemble any Guards, close and secure all
Guards and Covers, reconnect the Fixed-length
CAUTION Universal and resume Flail Chopper operation.
BE SURE to exercise the MANDATORY OVERLOAD PROTECTION
SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 8),
BEFORE proceeding.
Conveyor Drive Shear Bolt (Fig. 9)
1. Open the Blower-Cutter Cover, reach in and
remove all of the chopped material. It may also be
necessary to carefully pry the Paddles up or back
in order to turn the Blower-Cutter backward and CAUTION
dislodge the plugging material.
2. If material is plugging in the area of the Blower BE SURE to exercise the MANDATORY
Outlet, a rod can be used to poke down from the SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 8),
top through the Clean-out Cover in the Deflector. BEFORE proceeding.
Remove all the material from the Blower-Cutter.
3. Open the Conveyor Cover and clean all the
material out of the Auger. 1
4. Check the Spring dimensions on the Clutch to
insure that all Springs measure 1-3/4″ (44.5 mm).
5. Reassemble any Guards, close and secure all
Guards and Covers, reconnect the Fixed-length
Universal and resume Flail Chopper operation.
Deflector
If the Deflector becomes plugged, proceed to remove
the plugging material as follows:
2
CAUTION
BE SURE to exercise the MANDATORY 1 – 1/4 x 1-1/4″ Grade 2 Shear Bolt
SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 8), 2 – Additional Shear Bolts
BEFORE proceeding. Fig. 9: Conveyor Drive Shear Bolt
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Front Master
9
1
2
10
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CHAPTER 11
TRANSPORTING
SLOW-MOVING VEHICLE SYMBOL
(Fig. 35)
The FC7200 Flail Chopper is equipped with a Bracket
for mounting a Slow-moving Vehicle Emblem, on the
left side of the unit above the Lift Crank.
NOTE: Purchase the Emblem locally. 1
Because of variations in safety laws for different states
and localities, it may be necessary to change the Bracket
location. Your GEHL Dealer can aid you in relocating
the Bracket as needed.
OVER-ROAD TOWING
CAUTION 1 – Slow-moving Vehicle Emblem Mounting Bracket
Fig. 35
DO NOT exceed a maximum towing speed of BE SURE to raise the Flail Head and to reposition the
20 mph (32 kmh). Drawbar to the desired transport position before towing
the Flail Chopper.
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a. Assemble and secure the Front Cylinder e. Attach and secure the Hydraulic Cylinder
Pivot Bracket to the front of the Drawbar and route the Hoses along the Drive Line
Hitch with (4) 1/2 x 1-1/2″ Hexagon Head guard and across top of the Clamp Brace.
Cap Screw, Lock Washer and Hexagon Nut. Secure both Hoses with the Clamp. BE
SURE to take up most of the slack in
b. Position and attach the Rear Cylinder Pivot
the Hoses from the Cylinder to allow for
in the lower hole between the Lift Arm
cornering, yet avoid dragging on the
Plates with (1 of 2) Cylinder Pivot Pins and
ground.
(2) 3/16 x 1-3/4″ Cotter Pins. Assemble the
other Cylinder Pivot Pin into the top hole of
the Lift Arm Plates and secure it with (2)
3/16 x 1-3/4″ Cotter Pins.
c. Temporarily detach the 5/8 x 6-1/2″
Hexagon Head Cap Screw from the Pedestal
Drive Support and install the Hose Clamp
Brace, using the existing hardware; discard
the (2) 5/8″ Plain Washer.
d. Attach and loosely secure the Hose Clamp
to the Brace.
Fig. 48: Optional Hydraulic Lift & Cylinder
Kits (Installed)
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