BETSTCO FH-EFG Series 41 Inch Medium Duty Flail Mower User Manual

: June 10, 2024
: BETSTCO

BETSTCO FH-EFG Series 41 Inch Medium Duty Flail Mower

Product Information

FH-EFG Series
The FH-EFG Series is a line of machinery products manufactured by Farmer Helper Machinery Co. Ltd. The products in this series are powered by either gasoline or diesel engines. The appropriate engine manufacturer provides warranty coverage for the engines used in these products.

For any issues related to engine operation, purchasers must contact the engine manufacturer directly.

Product Farmer Helper Machinery Co. Ltd. can be contacted at

Website: www.betstco.com
Phone: 541-895-3083
Address: 83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426

Product Warranty Information

The limited warranty for Farmer Helper Machinery Brand products covers the gasoline or diesel engines used to power the product. The warranty coverage is provided by the appropriate engine manufacturer.

Product Usage Instructions

To use the FH-EFG series machinery products, follow these instructions:

Ensure that you have read and understood the user manual before operating the product.
Check the fuel level and add gasoline or diesel fuel as needed.
Check the oil level and add oil as needed.
Follow the instructions for starting the engine.
Operate the product according to the instructions provided in the user manual.
When finished using the product, turn off the engine and store it in a safe and secure location.
Maintain the product according to the maintenance schedule provided in the user manual.

INTRODUCTION

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Before using your flail mower, read and understand this operation manual and the accompanying maintenance instructions. It contains important information which will help you observe proper safety precautions, get the most work from your flail mower and help prolong the life of your flail mower.

SETUP and ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Your flail mower will arrive in a metal shipping frame. This frame can be dismantled in minutes to allow access to all parts of your mower.
See torque value chart at end of manual for all specific bolts being used.
Remove parts box, PTO driveline, side cover shield, and then mower from crate. See picture and verify parts, see picture at end of manual.
Attach storage stand and PTO Shield as shown in picture at end of manual.
Attach upper 3pt bracket as shown in picture at end of manual. Hint-Do not tighten nuts & bolts until all have been loosely assembled in their proper location. Tighten from topdown.
Lube grease points on mower and driveline ( 4 total points, use lithium base general purpose grease) see picture at end of manual
Before attaching side cover, check all axle bolts and pulley screws for tightness (see picture at end of manual). Verify belt deflection is ¼ ” to ½ ” Attach side safety cover. 1 connecting bolt ( see picture at end of manual).
Fill gear box halfway with 80-90 gear oil (Approx. 1 Qt.) See picture at end of manual for more info.
Completely read the rest of manual before attaching PTO driveline and operating the mower.
Before Operation check all bolts, nuts, and zerks for tightness. Verify the tightness of all blade retaining bolts and nuts. Check all blade for free swinging action.

PTO DRIVESHAFT SAFETY TIPS

Your flail mower is shipped with a PTO driveshaft.

Always ensure that the PTO shaft is no more than 15 degrees of horizontal when operating.

The following steps are recommended for safe operation of the driveshaft under field conditions.
Test hitch angle to prevent the driveshaft from:
W Extending beyond the recommended maximum length.
WI Bottoming out
MI Reaching a position that allows joints to lock
W Exceeding the maximum allowable angle for constant velocity (CV) joints.
Specify and test telescoping members to allow the lowest possible thrust loads,
considering the expected working conditions.
Specify and test torque limiters to control excessive shock.
Where necessary, specify and test overrun clutches to prevent inertial loads fromoverpowering the tractor.
Provide a means to support the drive shaft when it is disconnected from the tractor, to prevent damage during storage or transportation.
Provided drive shaft is of shear design using a grade 4-5 bolt
On drive shafts with torque-limiting or overrun devices, be sure to connect the device on the end of the drive shaft nearest the chipper.
Provide a proper clearance zone for the operation of the driveshaft, to avoid damage to the shielding components.
It is not recommended to use PTO adaptors which may defeat the purpose of the tractor’s master shield and/or adversely affect the performance of the driveshaft.

PROTECTIVE GUARDS AND SHIELDS

Do not allow the flail mower to be operated without the side cover or fender deflector’s properly in place. PTO driveshaft should consist of a PTO master shield, integral driveshaft shield, and a mower input connection shield.

Follow all flail mower and tractor instruction labels and manuals. The flail mower should be used only with the tractor’s PTO master shield in place.
Specify and test an integral driveshaft shield with end cones which will overlap, but not interfere with the PTO master shield or flail mower input connection shield.
A flail mower input connection shield should be used in addition to the integra driveshaft shield, in order to guard the shaft coupling and any torque limiting device installed on the driveshaft.
Check that all routine maintenance of the driveshaft can be done without removal of the shields.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not attempt to operate the flail mower until you have read and understood this manual. Always keep guards and flail mower shields properly installed while operating the flail mower.

Keep the decals in place and verify they are understandable. New labels can be ordered from Betst Power Equipment upon request. If your flail mower is repainted, be sure the labels and decals remain visible.
Never leave the flail mower running unattended.
Do not attempt alterations, repairs or adjustments while blade rotor is turning. Always disconnect the PTO and stop the tractor motor, then put keys in your pocket.
Only use tractor of specified HP for your model flail mower as defined in the specifications.

Keep hands, feet and other extremities out of and away from the blade rotor area. When checking blades, EXERCISE EXTREME

CAUTION: If accidentally rotated, the blade rotor can contain enough residual energy to cause serious injury. Never allow anyone to stand beside or behind mower while operating. Keep everyone, especially children and animals, away from the operation area

OPERATOR PROTECTIVE GEAR

The following protective clothing and gear is recommended when using your flail mower.

EYES: Wraparound Safety Glasses or Goggles
EARS: Ear Plugs
HANDS: Leather Gloves
FEET: Steel-Toed Boots
LEGS: Heavy Pants
ARMS: Long-Sleeved Shirt

NO LOOSE CLOTHING SHOULD BE WORN AROUND THE FLAIL MOWER

Flail Mower Connection and Operation

Remember that if flail mower blades are blunted they will not cut properly. Dirt, rocks, nails, or other foreign material will shorten blade life.
Always review the manual before operating the flail mower.
Operate mower in a safe well known area with the rear pointed away from doorways, sidewalks, or any areas where your view is obstructed or people may approach.
Only use 540 RPM PTO selection, any other use will void the warranty and may cause severe damage to the gear box or mower.

Connecting to Tractor

Make sure there are no obstructions under the flail mower.
Align lower link arms of tractor to hitch clevises on mower, Insert lower hitch pins into lower ball swivels and attach linch pins.
Attach tractor top link to upper floating hitch on mower with pin supplied. Secure with lock pin.
Slide driveline end with shear system over the tractor’s splined PTO shaft and secure it with locking device of driveline.
Slide driveline end with twist system over the mower’s splined PTO shaft and secure it with locking device of driveline.
Driveline should now be moved back and forth to ensure that it is secure on the PTO shaft of the tractor and mower gearbox.
When raising the mower to the transport position, be sure that driveline does not contact tractor or mower. Adjust and set the tractor’s 3-point hitch lift height so that the driveline does not contact mower deck in the fully raised position.
When moving over paved or rock road way be sure mower is lifted off the surface.

To Begin Mowing

Clear the area to be mowed of objects and debris that might be picked up and thrown by the mower blades.
Grass is best cut when dry. Mowing wet grass can cause plugging resulting in grass clumps behind the mower.
Grass should be cut frequently as smaller clippings deteriorate faster.
If cutting extremely tall grass, it is best to raise the cutting height and mow the area, thenNBlower the cutting height and mow a second time at the desired height.
To begin cutting, observe all safety guidelines in the manual.
Always check Gear Oil Level before mowing.
Engage PTO driveline at 540 RPM selection, Tractor engine RPM should be at least 1200
RPM, or as defined by tractor manufactures’ “PTO RPM RANGE”
At low engine rpm’s you may experience jerking in the mower, increase the engine rpm until at 540 RPM PTO speed. Most cutting is preformed with the 3-pt lift system in the float position.
If the blades are touching the surface while in float position, either adjust cutting height or raise mower with 3pt lift into fixed height position. See cutting height adjustment.
At first begin mowing at a slow forward speed. Mower knives will cut better at a faster blades speed and slower travel speed.
After mowing 50 feet, stop and check to see that the mower is adjusted properly for the
cutting conditions.
Do Not make sharp turns or attempt to back up while the mower is on the ground.
Do Not engage PTO with mower fully raised off the ground.

Normal mowing speed will be between 2-5 mph and you will need to maintain tractor PTO speed to produce a clean cut so select a tractor gear and range that will maintain this combination. The quality of cut or degree of debris pulverization will be better at lower ground speeds and cutting denser ground cover or heavier brush may create the need to slow down. Remember to look back often.

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

The flail mower cutting height depends upon the height of roller, height of adjustable skids, and length of top center link. See pictures at end of manual.

On uneven terrain the roller and skids should both be touching the surface of cutting area. On even terrain the roller only needs to be touching the cutting surface. On rough and rocky terrain it is recommend that you cut high with all parts of the mower 3″ above the ground. To achieve lowest cutting height in this type of terrain, raise roller and skids so mower can be operated with 3 pt in fixed position, remember change in elevation may require you to adjust cutting height to insure blades do not make contact with the surface.

To adjust height of roller or skids, remove bolts and nuts that affix them, lift or lower both sides in equal measurements, replace bolts and re-tighten. See picture at end of manual.

The top center link can also be used to adjust cutting height and aggressiveness of blades.In level grass areas the top link should be adjust so the mower sits on a slightly lifted horizontal plane. In dense or rough terrain the mower should sit in a slightly higher horizontal plane.

BLADE REPLACEMENT

The best way to tell if the blades need replacing is to watch the results of your mowing.
Dull blades cause many problems, including:
© I Loss of cutting power
NO Jamming or plugging
AL Rough cutting with more vibration than usual
OD Rowing left in cut
To remove the blades, take the PTO shaft out of gear. Shut off the tractor and keep the keys in your pocket.
The blades are accessed underneath the mower. Prop up mower with suitable devise to hold the weight of the mower.
Inspect and remove/replace dull or missing blades.

BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

To adjust belt tension, take the PTO shaft out of gear. Shut off the tractor and keep the keys in your pocket.
The belts are accessed behind black side cover.
Prop up mower with suitable devise to hold the weight of the mower.
Check the deflection of belts, should be between ¼ “and ½”
To adjust tension, loosen bolts and nuts as shown in picture at end of manual.
Then using support move gearbox and shaft horizontally to adjust tension, then adjust support bolt and lock nut to the adjusted height, see picture at end of manual.
Tighten all bolts and nuts that were loosed to adjust the tension.

LUBRICATION FREQUENCIES AND LOCATIONS

PTO SHAFT – 2 zerks on universal once a day with lithium-based multipurpose grease.
ROTOR DRIVESHAFT – There is a zerk on each end of the rotor shaft. Add multipurpose grease before each use. (2-3 Pumps)
GEARBOX – Check level each time before operating, drain/fill as needed.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Check all bolts & nuts after the initial 4 hours of operation, and once per day thereafter before beginning operation.
Check belt tension 4 hours after initial operation, and every 24 hours of operation thereafter before beginning operation.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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PARTS AND FASTENERS

Your flail mower is designed for ease of maintenance. Replacement parts are available from Bets Power Equipment at 1-541-895-3083 or Support@Betstco.com Check the parts list for specification.
See parts diagrams at end of manual

Torque Values Chart

Blade axle
Mower Housing
Combined Safety Fender
Support Leg
Gearbox Assembly
3Pt Bracket
Transmission shaft
Pulleys and Belts

Parts box includes the following shown in picture, you may receive extra parts that are not shown in the picture. Attach 3Pt support bracket, storage stand, and PTO shield shown in picture Lubrication Pont on Lower Axle and Pulley Detail Picture BETSTCO-FH-EFG-Series-41-Inch-Medium-Duty-Flail-Mower-
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Fill Gear Box way to the top
If bearing near belt cover has grease zert fill this bearing with grease. It can take a lot of grease.
Roller and Skid Height Adjustment
Belt Tension Adjusting Points

Farmer Helper EFG Series Flail Mowers Specifications

if your tractor is gear transmisson this is PTO Horsepower. If it is hydro this is engine Horsepower.
3-Point Hitch may be attached in two positions allowing you to change mowers right offset.

Assembly

Flail Mower Assembly

Gearbox Assembly Blade Axle and Bearing Parts

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Blade Axle Subassembly

WARRANTY

Farmer Helper Machinery Brand LIMITED WARRANTY

FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. warrants to original Purchaser that FARMER HELPER LTD. products are free from major defects in material under normal use and service for a period of Two (2) Years from the date the product is purchased or shipped, whichever IS later. Commercial use 180 days. Use at address that is not yours, is considered commercial use. Consumable, Expendable, Wear Items (Examples:Rubber & plastic parts, hydraulic hoses, belts, tires, cables, blades, tines, wedges, teeth, tips, chains, pins, brushes, filters, etc.) and cracked hydraulic pumps, bent or broken cylinder rods are not covered under this warranty. Warranty does not cover items that have been modified, damaged by abuse or usage not in accordance with design or maintenance. FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD.’s. obligation under this warranty is to repair or replace defective product. upon determination by; Betstco, 83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426 that Warranty Claim is Valid. Product shall be returned upon request of Betstco. Transportation charges to be prepaid by buyer. Gasoline or diesel engines used to powered
FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. products are covered by the warranty of the appropriate engine manufacture and Purchaser must look to the engine manufacture for all issues relating to engine operation.

Farmer-Helper Machinery nor Betstco assumes any responsibility for labor

PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT PURCHASED. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR PRODUCT DEFECT OR FAILURE, CLAIMS THAT ARE DUE TO NORMAL WEAR, PRODUCT MISUSE, ABUSE, PRODUCT MODIFICATION, IMPROPER PRODUCT SELECTION, NON-COMPLIANCE WITH ANY CODES, OR MISAPPROPRIATION. FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD. MAKES NO WARRANTIES TO THOSE DEFINED AS “CONSUMERS’ IN THE MAGNUSON-MOSS WARRANTY-FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION IMPROVEMENTS ACT. THE FOREGOING EXCLUSIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES DO NOT APPLY TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY LAW. PLEASE REFER TO YOUR LOCAL LAWS FOR ANY SUCH PROHIBITIONS

There SHALL BE NO LIABIlITy FOr PrODUcT LIABIlITY Or LIaBILITY ON THE PART OF BETSTCO FOR ANY GENERAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY PRODUCTS SOLD BY BETSTCO OR AN AGENT THEREOF. BETSTCO MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OF THE PRODUCTS FOR ANY PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS AGREEMENT EXCEPT AS IN THIS PARAGRAPH OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED

THIS IS THE SOLE AND ONLY WARRANTY OF FARMER HELPER MACHINERY CO. LTD PRODUCTS. NO OTHER WARRANTY IS APPLICABLE, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IN FACT OR BY LAW,

This warranty shall not be interpreted to render Betstco, or any authorized agent liable for injury or damages of any kind or nature, direct, consequential, or contingent, to person or property.

The sole and only remedy in regard to any defective products shall be the repair or replacement thereof as herein provided. Betstco, agents) of Betstco shall not be liable for any consequential, special, incidental or punitive damages resulting from or caused by any such defects.

Farmer-Helper Machinery reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time, without incurring any obligations to owners of units previously sold. No one is authorized to alter, modify, or enlarge this warranty nor the exclusions, limitations, and

WARRANTY VOID IF REGISTRATION IS NOT RECEIVED OR RECORDED ONLINE WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE DATE OR SHIP DATE, WHICHEVER IS LATER.

FARMER HELPER MACHINER Y REGISTRATION

item: —————————————————-
Purchased From: ———————————–
Owner Name: —————————————-
Owner Address: ————————————-
City: —————————————————-
Phone: ————————————————-
Model #: ———————————————-
Purchase Date: ————————————–
Gift Inv#/Order#: ———————————
Serial # (if Applicable): —————————
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Acceptance of responsibility:

(Purchaser) have read operators manual and Limited Warranty or someone has read/and explained all instructions to me. I understand this warranty does not cover any labor and that all disputes will be settled by binding arbitration. Binding arbitration is conducted by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) located at 4004 SW
Kruse Way Place Ste 375 Lake Oswego OR 97035 or the current BBB location closest to Betstco, I acknowledge my Limited
Warranty is void if any attempt to repair or replace defective parts has been made by unauthorized personnel. I acknowledge receipt of my Operators Manual and have read the Safe Operation
Section. I acknowledge understanding maintenance and safe operation requirements, item specifications, operation, controls, and storage requirements. I understand that I alone am responsible for proper maintenance, care and safe operation of this item.
I (Purchaser) agree that persons not familiar with the operation of this item should not be allowed to use it.
Children especially should not operate or be near Power Products when in use.

ANYONE OPERATING FARMER-HELPER PRODUCTS SHOULD HAVE READ OPERATIONS MANUALS AND SAFETY MANUALS.

Owners Signature: x
Date:

You must sign this warranty and mail copy to Betstco, 83371 Melton Rd, Creswell OR 97426. If you prefer you may complete your registration on line. This warranty is not effective unless the Purchaser completes Registration and Warranty Form within 30 days of purchase or ship date whichever is later.
E-Mail: service@betstco.com

NOTE: We may refuse warranty of any kind unless Betstco, receives a completed, legible and signed warranty
registration. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to assure that registration document is received by Betstco.
E-Mail service@betstco.com

2-YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY & REGISTRATION

Farmer Helper Machinery Branded Products

2-YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY

2 Year Extended Warranty amends to original Recorded Manufacturers Warranty Registration the time period of described coverage. Extended Warranty does not apply to Consumable and Expendable Items as described in Product Warranty Registration. This Amendment does not affect any other part of recorded Warranty Registration or Policy. This Warranty Extension is the soul responsibility of Betstco. No one is authorized to alter, modify, or enlarge this addition to the original manufacturers recorded warranty registration.

EXTENDED REGISTRATION & PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE DATE

Product & Model # :
Serial #:
Owner Name:
Betstco Invoice #
EXTENDED WARRANTY REGISTRATION

Acceptance of responsibility:

(Purchaser) have Read and understand the Extended Warranty or someone has read/and explained all the above to me. I understand this extended warranty does not cover any labor. have filed my Original Warranty Registration and fully understand my requirements. I understand that I alone am responsible for proper maintenance, care and safe operation of this item. I (purchaser) also understand that persons not familiar with the operation of this equipment should not be allowed to use it. Children especially should not operate or be near equipment. ANYONE OPERATING EQUIPMENT SHOULD HAVE READ ALL EQUIPMENT OPERATIONS MANUALS AND SAFETY MANUALS..

Owners Signature: x———–
Date: ——————————-

You must sign this extended warranty and email to service@betstco.com or mail copy to Betstco. 83371 Melton Rd. Creswell OR 97426. This extended warrant is not effective unless the Purchaser mails this Registration Form within 30 days of purchase.

NOTE: The manufacturer may refuse warranty of any kind unless Betstco receives a completed, legible and signed extended warranty registration. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to assure that this registration document is received by Betstco.

To Make Payment for Extended Warranty Call: 541-895-3083

Please read these instructions before using. Always grease all fittings and be sure to always check and fill with oil before operating! Retain this manual for future use.

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