Bandit
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Copyright 3/19
MODEL BTC-150
MAINTENANCE
The Bandit is a very simple machine to maintain. If you will follow a regular scheduled preventative maintenance
program you should have years of trouble free operation.
Consult your engine manual for proper break-in procedures. Various engines require somewhat different
procedures, but basically the engines need to operate at lower RPM’s and loads for a specific time.
Failure to properly break-in your engine may result in poor bearing and piston ring surfaces.
Do not let anyone operate or maintain this machine until they have thoroughly read this manual, reviewed
the equipment decals, watched the equipment video, and has been properly trained. You can purchase
additional Bandit manuals, decals and videos for a nominal fee.
Expensive damage to the Bandit will occur if proper preparation is not taken before welding on the machine.
Be sure to disconnect both battery cables and the engine ECM (engine control module) before welding. Follow
the specific Engine MFG. instructions for proper welding and grounding procedures, before attempting to weld
on the machine. If welding on the machine, do not ground the welder through the machine bearings, ground
near work to be performed.
MAINTENANCE
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DAILY START UP & MAINTENANCE
1. Check the safety decals and engine gauges:
Replace any missing or damaged decals and/or
engine gauges.
2. Check all safety equipment:
Check for proper operation. Repair or replace as
needed. Examples: deflection chains, cab window
guard, cab tilt cylinder lock, etc.
3. Check entire machine for loose bolts, nuts,
parts, or components:
Check entire machine for any loose parts or
components. Check for loose nuts or bolts. Torque,
tighten, or replace any of the loose components. See
page 38 for specific bolt torques.
4. Check all guards:
Check to make sure all guards are in place and
installed correctly. Make sure they are secure.
5. Check the mower head/stump grinder wheel
& attachment:
Check for elongated bolt holes, secure welds,
torqued bolts, excessive wear and impact cracks
on the attachment with the mower head or cutter
wheel. If a problem is found contact the machine
manufacturer or an authorized Bandit dealer.
6. Check condition of cutter teeth, tool holders,
and attaching hardware:
Check condition of cutter teeth, tool holders, and
attaching hardware. Look for, find, and tighten
any component that has loosened up, become
damaged, or is missing. Replace if necessary. Cutter
teeth bolts must be replaced after a maximum of 5
rotations/changes to ensure safe clamping ability.
Torque cutter teeth bolts to correct specs AT ALL
TIMES.
7. Grease cylinder lug pin bushings:
Grease cylinder lug pin bushings with 1 to 2 shots
of EP-2 Lithium type grease. Wipe off excessive
grease.
Excessive grease will attract dirt.
8. Grease mower head bearings (if equipped):
Grease each mower head bearing with 1 shot for
every hour of use with EP-2 Lithium type grease
(example: if the machine was used for 8 hours,
each bearing would require 8 pumps of grease).
Wipe off excessive grease.
Excessive grease will
attract dirt.
DANGER
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Before attempting any type of maintenance, disengage clutch or cutter head engagement, wait for the cutter
head to come to a complete stop, place the cutter head on the ground, turn off engine, remove the ignition
key, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, and wait 2 minutes then disconnect the battery. Make
sure the cutter head is set on the ground or securely blocked up and also chained before doing any work around
or under it.
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