OPERATION
7.9 Hedge Cutting Procedure
Upward Cutting
The flail head is assembled at the factory for the flails to cut with an upward motion. Upward cutting produces a cleaner finish minimizes split stems and is ideal for a light hedge that has been regularly maintained. The front hood and rear flap must always be in position when hedging with an upward cutting action. The front hood is pivot mounted and can be adjusted to four working positions. To minimize the throwing of debris specially when roadside cutting the hood should be adjusted to its lowest position. Raising the hood will allow longer material to be cut but there will be a greater tendency for debris to be thrown.
Front Flap Kit (Optional Extra)
To further reduce the possibility of debris being thrown out of the front of the hood a flap kit consisting of seven rubber flaps which are attached to the leading edge of front hood is available.
Optional Downward Cutting
It is possible to reverse the rotation of the flail for downward cutting. This chopping action subjects the rotor to a more violent usage and should therefore be avoided whenever possible.
For Downward Cutting
The rear flap must always remain in position to deflect the cut material downwards into the hedge. Because of the tendency to throw material out of the rear of the hood when downward cutting it is especially important that the rear flap is kept in good condition. It is permissible to remove the front hood to allow longer material to pass under the flail.
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