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WREN
2.7 & 3.1
Compact Flail Mower
Instruction Book & Replacement Parts Listing
Issue No: 2

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  • Page 1 IM1870 WREN 2.7 & 3.1 Compact Flail Mower Instruction Book & Replacement Parts Listing Issue No: 2...
  • Page 2 MACHINE SERIAL NUMBERS _________________________________________________ THE INFORMATION GIVEN THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS CORRECT AT THE TIME OF PUBLICATION. HOWEVER, IN THE COURSE OF CONSTANT DEVELOPMENT OF BOMFORD TURNER MACHINES, CHANGES IN SPECIFICATION ARE INEVITABLE. SHOULD YOU FIND THE INFORMATION GIVEN IN...
  • Page 3 Bomford Turner Limited will accept no responsibilities for any injury, damage or loss arising from the improper use of lack of maintenance of any machinery supplied by them.

  • Page 4: Ram Identification

    1870 0902 RAM IDENTIFICATION When ordering SEAL SETS, RAM PARTS etc. please follow the simple guidelines below to ensure receipt of COMPATIBLE PARTS. Examine the ram in question at the GLAND NUT. It will be one of THREE TYPES. TYPE ‘A’ Gland nut internal and flush TYPE ‘B’...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1870 0902 INDEX RAM IDENTIFICATION INDEX SPECIFICATION GENERAL INFORMATION SAFETY NOTES AND WARNINGS ABOUT THIS MACHINE HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH & SAFETY NOTES GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS INTRODUCTION ATTACHING THE HEDGE TRIMMER TO THE TRACTOR ATTACHING THE HEDGE TRIMMER TO THE TRACTOR ATTACHING THE HEDGE TRIMMER TO THE TRACTOR...

  • Page 6: Specification

    1870 0902 SPECIFICATION Wren 2.7m & 3.1m Compact Flail Trimmer Overall Height – machine folded for transport (2.7m machine) = 1.600m (3.1m machine) = 1.900m Overall Width – machine folded for transport (2.7m machine) = 1.570m (3.1m machine) = 1.570m Overall Length of machine (less PTO shaft (2.7m machine) = 0.750m (taken from linkage pin hole centre)

  • Page 7: General Information

    Full address to which spares are to be sent Method of delivery required CAUTION: Always insist on genuine and correct spare parts. NOTE: Further copies of this handbook/manual can be obtained from: BOMFORD TURNER LIMITED SALFORD PRIORS EVESHAM WORCS WR11 5SW TELE: 01789 773383...

  • Page 8: Safety Notes And Warnings

    1870 0902 SAFETY NOTES AND WARNINGS Throughout the handbook, the following sub-headings are used to draw attention to various points of importance: Never attempt to assemble, couple up, or operate machinery until you understand fully the functions, controls and safety precautions required, as shown in the operators manual.

  • Page 9: About This Machine

    1870 0902 ABOUT THIS MACHINE This is a Hedgetrimmer of the type known throughout the Agricultural Industry as a “Flail Type” Hedgetrimmer. It is intended to be attached to a compact tractor from 11kW upward by means of the “three-point-linkage” couple-up system.

  • Page 10: Health & Safety

    1870 0902 HEALTH & SAFETY Never attempt to assemble, couple up, or operate machinery until you understand fully the functions, controls and safety precautions required, as shown in the operator’s manual. Always follow tractor safety operations and instructions VERY carefully. NEVER TAKE RISKS NEVER LEAVE TRACTOR SEAT WHILST ENGINE, OR MACHINE, IS RUNNING NEVER USE HEDGETRIMMER JIB/BOOM AS A CRANE IN ANY FORM...
  • Page 11 1870 0902 CAUTION Contact your dealer should you need advise, assistance, or if you do not understand the manual or machine. NEVER ASSUME – if not sure ASK. CAUTION Machine MUST NOT be altered or modified in any way without permission. No liability will be accepted in respect of machines that have been modified without the manufacturer’s permission.
  • Page 12 1870 0902 Always be aware of your surroundings and operate machinery accordingly. Beware of confined, tight areas, low height restrictions, building and overhangs etc. Also, drive and operate bearing in mind weather conditions such as sun, rain, ice, snow, wind etc (make allowances in all situations). CAUTION Never operate in a reckless or uncaring manner.
  • Page 13 1870 0902 NOTE: NEVER ALLOW ONLOOKERS/BYSTANDERS TO STAND IN FRONT OF THE CUTTER HEAD IN LINE WITH FLYING DEBRIS. A sideways and rearward “NO GO” area should also be kept (see sketch below). Direction of travel DANGER AREA NEVER STAND IN FRONT OF CUTTER HEAD SAFETY ZONE...
  • Page 14 1870 0902 CAUTION Never allow children to play on or around parked machinery. CAUTION Never wear loose-fitting or ragged clothing that could get caught in machinery or controls. Always ensure safety screens and mesh guards are fitted to the tractor between the cutting head and operator in a suitable position to give the operator maximum protection from flying debris.
  • Page 15 1870 0902 CONTROL LEVERS (CABLE MACHINES) AUTOMATIC SAFETY The control levers, which operate the hydraulic boom cylinders on the cable-control machines, will automatically centralise themselves in the “CENTRE/OFF” position as soon as the control lever is let go – thus preventing any chance of unwanted movement or over-run of booms. JOYSTICK CONTROL (ELECTRIC MACHINE) AUTOMATIC SAFETY The electronic-proportional control model of hedge-trimmer, which has a single joystick as controller, will...
  • Page 16 1870 0902 NOTES: AMENDMENT DATE DETAILS...
  • Page 17 1870 0902 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Before attaching any machine to a tractor or loader, make sure that the implement is standing firmly on a good, solid, level site. Check that any wheels are “chocked” correctly and the supports/props are in position where necessary to prevent booms etc dropping.

  • Page 18: Health & Safety

    1870 0902 In transit, always use transport stays or locking devices where provided. If, as in the case of some longer machines, the unit us transported lengthways, make sure that the front of the tractor is suitably ballasted to maintain stability. A method of achieving this would be to add suitable weights to a correctly specified and fitted front weight frame.
  • Page 19 0902 INTRODUCTION The Wren 2.7 & 3.1 Flail Trimmers are machines designed to fit to the small and medium compact tractors. The 2.7 machine has a reach of approximately 2.7m and is suitable for tractors 11kW (16 HP) plus. The 3.1 machine has a reach of approximately 3.1m and is suitable for tractors 15kW (20 HP) plus.
  • Page 20 1870 0902 ATTACHING HEDGETRIMMER TO TRACTOR Select a good, level site with sufficient room to manoeuvre tractor and implement. Position tractor on selected site, switch off engine and apply handbrake. Using Flail Hedge Trimmer handlebar (in extended setting), position flail machine behind tractor (move on transport wheels) to such a position that three-point linkage of tractor and implement is aligned.
  • Page 21 1870 0902 Adjust tractor linkage levelling rod to ensure the Trimmer is parallel to the ground. Adjust tractor tie-rods/check-chains to lock lower links ensuring P.T.O on machine is on centre line of tractor. Tighten the 4 bolts through linkage lock ‘A’ frame (2 each side). This will totally stabilise linkage in required position.

  • Page 22: Notes

    1870 0902 Couple the PTO drive shaft from Trimmer to tractor. NOTE: It may be necessary to cut PTO shaft and guard to suit individual tractors. ENSURE MALE-FEMALE SHAFTS DO NOT BOTTOM Fit protection mesh screen and polycarbonate guards to all tractors before using. When using tractors without a safety cab in addition to the mesh screen operators should wear a hard hat and protective visor and suitable protective clothing.
  • Page 23 1870 0902 TRACTOR SELECTION FOR 2.7m & 3.1m MACHINE AND CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED The tractor must be equipped with three-point linkage attachment facility. The tractor must be equipped with a Power Take Off shaft, which must run at the generally accepted standard 540 r.p.m.
  • Page 24 1870 0902 FLAIL TRIMMER OPERATION INFORMATION The vehicle driver should be conversant with all tractor controls and capabilities. It is always advisable for the tractor driver to practice the controls and operations of the Flail Trimmer prior to setting off into work. The speed of operation of Trimming will depend on the size, quality and type of growth to be cut.
  • Page 25 1870 0204 CUTTING POSITION The cutting head must at all times must be lowered gently into the work position. Never drop the head into a hedge at speed. When cutting at ground level (grass etc) the head must be lowered gently to give a slight contact pressure of roller to ground.
  • Page 26 1870 0204 HYDRAULIC OILS Approved Oils For Use In Bomford Turner Hydraulic Equipment TANDEM PUMP – GEARBOX The gearbox is filled with S.A.E. EP 90 oil. Oil of this grade must be used when “topping up”. The level should be checked regularly.
  • Page 27 1870 0902 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & LAYING-UP Check oil level in main oil tank. Grease pivot points regularly. Keep the cutting blades VERY SHARP – daily inspection is required. Check all nuts and bolts for tightness. WEEKLY Check all hydraulic fittings and hoses LAYING-UP Clean the machine and note any damage or repairs needed.
  • Page 28 1870 0902 HANDLING & TRANSPORTATION OF MACHINERY The picture highlighted below indicates safe lifting points for the machinery. Lift Point The unladen weight of this machinery is given in the specification sheet of this book. A form of lifting gear is required in order to move or handle this machinery safely. The lifting gear can be attached (using a chain, rope or strap of sufficient strength) to the positions shown above.

  • Page 29: Introduction

    Remember that we operate a Service Department for hydraulic equipment that means that we can normally supply, by return, complete serviced and tested replacements. WARRANTY AND SPARE PARTS All enquiries regarding these machines are orders for spare parts must be addressed to BOMFORD TURNER LTD SALFORD PRIORS EVESHAM WORCS...
  • Page 30 1870 0902 SUB-FRAME TANK SUNDRIES Ref. Part No. Description 178.005 Tank 6967 Filter 6968 Filter 1826 Adaptor 1836 Adaptor 6978 Hose (Schrader) ¾” BSP x ¾” 6977 Hose (Schrader) ½” BSP x ½” 3939 Groverlock M6 x 40 6966 Level Indicator (Bullseye) 3082 M12 Nyloc Stiffnut 3726...
  • Page 31 1870 0902...
  • Page 32 1870 0902 Continued Ref. Part No. Description 3990 Groverlock Pin M6 x 30 178.010 Filter Drop Tube 4924 Filter (UCC) 3155 1 ¼” BSP Seal 5241 Adaptor 1¼” BSP x 1” BSP 6960 M8 x 55 Groverlock 178.011 Main Boom Pin 6385 PTO Guard 3219...
  • Page 33 1870 0902...

  • Page 34: Main Boom Etc

    1870 0902 MAIN BOOMS etc. Ref. Part No. Description 3939 M6 x 40 Groverlock 6351 M4 x 30 Groverlock 6960 M8 X 55 Groverlock 1180 Adaptor 3/8” BSP x ¼” 178.014 6979 M24 Washer (Form ‘B’) 6956 M6 Straight Grease Nipple 178.019 2716 Washer...
  • Page 35 1870 0902...

  • Page 36: Cutting Head And Rotor

    1870 0902 CUTTING HEAD AND ROTOR Ref. Part No. Description 6985 Caphead M6 x 45 2731 Spring Washer M6 6956 M6 Grease Nipple 2728 Spring Washer M6 2917 M10 x 25 (8.8) Setscrew 178.041 Motor Mounting Plate 6957 Circlip (Ext) 178.046 Special Washer 6959...
  • Page 37 1870 0902...

  • Page 38: Head Motor 'Ports

    1870 0902 HEAD MOTOR ‘PORTS’ (the following items are not illustrated) Ref. Part No. Description PORT A 6995 Elbow 0909 Seal ½” BSP 1826 Adaptor ½” BSP x ½” BSP PORT B 6975 Elbow 0934 Seal ¾” BSP 1834 Adaptor ¾” x ½” BSP PORT C (BLEED LINE) 1181 Seal ¼”...
  • Page 39 1870 0902...

  • Page 40: Valve Block And Fittings

    1870 0902 VALVE BLOCK AND FITTINGS Ref. Part No. Description 6965 Valve Block 0909 Seal ½” BSP 0670 Seal ⅜” BSP 0920 Plug ⅜” BSP 1826 Adaptor ½” X ½” BSP 0914 Adaptor ½” x ⅜” BSP 0665 Adaptor ⅜” x ⅜” BSP 1180 Adaptor ⅜”...
  • Page 41 1870 0902...
  • Page 42 1870 0902 CABLE CONTROL AND MOUNTING BRACKET Ref. Part No. Description 6990 Bulk Head Mounting Plate 178.062 Mounting Plate for Control Handle 178.063 Rubber Mounting Block 2913 M6 x 16 (8.8) Bolt Setscrew 4776 M6 Stiffnut 2765 M8 x 70 (8.8) Bolt 3770 Washer 3111...
  • Page 43 1870 0902...

  • Page 44: Hydraulic Piping Diagram

    1870 0902 HYDRAULIC PIPING DIAGRAM Ref. Part No. Description 4/205 ½” Hose 90 x 90 @ 110 x 365 4/213 ¼” Hose 91 x 91 x 4280 4/220 ¼” Hose 91 x 91 5020 4/211 ½” Hose 90 x 90 @ 90 x 4280 4/218 ½”...
  • Page 45 1870 0902...

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