AU Industrial Brush Cutter
Rev. 7:17
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ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
This manual contains information about the usage and maintenance required for the equipment. This document
must be available for review by the operator before using the attachment to ensure proper safety, maintenance, and
usage.
Hazard Notices
The following hazard notices are used in this document:
NOTE:
Notes are used to indicate important information. This information may be repeated in other areas
of the manual.
CAUTION:
Cautions are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result
in damage to the equipment or other property.
WARNING:
Warnings are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury or death.
DANGER:
Danger is used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury or death.
Terminology
Carrier Machine:
The brush cutter can be attached to many different pieces of equipment; therefore, the
term “carrier machine” will be used. A carrier machine is any equipment, tractor, or skid steer providing
power to the attachment.
SAFETY
Safety Notices
Before operating or conducting maintenance on this equipment, it is important to wear proper protection.
Recommended minimum safety equipment when operating and maintaining this equipment includes earplugs, eye
protection, and a hard hat. A heavy-duty Lexan door or cab is also recommended.
NOTE:
Additional safety equipment may be required depending on the operating environment and worksite
conditions.
Only qualified and trained personnel should operate, maintain, and service this attachment. Skid Pro recommends
that you inspect this equipment regularly for leaks, cracks, or other conditions that may impair proper usage of the
equipment. Verify that all repairs have been completed and inspected prior to using the attachment under load.
It is the responsibility of the user to follow all local, state, and federal safety regulations. Improper use of this
equipment may result in personal injury, property damage, and/or damage to the equipment.
NOTE:
Fasten the lift limiter safety chain to your machine with very little slack. See Safety Chain Placement section.
DANGER:
DO NOT RAISE THE BACK OF THE CUTTER MORE THAN 12” OFF THE GROUND WHILE
OPERATING THE ATTACHMENT. RAISING THE CUTTER DURING OPERATION MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Modifications to Equipment
Any modifications made to this equipment may void any warranty and relieve the manufacturer of liability of any
resulting injury or damage.
