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MODEL BTC-150
MAINTENANCE
CUTTER WHEEL - TOMAHAWK TEETH
There are thirty-two (32) teeth to a complete set on a
model BTC-150 Tomahawk Cutter Wheel. Thirty-two
(32) teeth: fourteen (14) right teeth, fourteen (14) left
teeth, four (4) straight teeth, sixteen (16) threaded
teeth mounts, sixteen (16) counter-bored teeth
mounts, and thirty-two (32) hex head bolts.
DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT A FULL SET OF TEETH. OPERATING MACHINE WITHOUT A
FULL SET OF TEETH CAN CAUSE EXCESSIVE VIBRATION AND PREMATURE BEARING FAILURE.
Inspect pockets, teeth and bolts for damage and
replace as required.
When replacing pockets, always replace new
pockets across from each other (180°) in order to
prevent vibration.
Replacement teeth must be carbide tipped and of
like design as provided with the machine.
Use anti-seize on threads to help prevent bolts from
“freezing up” in cutter wheel pockets.
When replacing complete set of teeth, be sure to
duplicate original factory tooth arrangement. Torque
bolts to 120 - 150 ft. lbs. (163 - 203 Nm)
ALL POCKETS
require angle teeth mounted away
from the cutter wheel.
Do Not operate machine with extremely worn or
broken teeth.
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.
DO NOT go near the rotating cutter head for any
reason. DO NOT go near the cutter head while the
engine is running or the cutter head is coasting to a
stop. Contact with a rotating cutter head will result
in serious bodily injury or death.
DANGER
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NEVER USE HAND ON CUTTER WHEEL TO
HOLD IN PLACE WHILE CHANGING TEETH.
BE SURE TO REMOVE LOCKING PIN BEFORE
OPERATING THE MACHINE.
A locking pin is provided to hold the cutter wheel
in position during tooth removal and reinstallation.
Locking pin will only lock on outer teeth.
Use only original equipment manufacturer’s teeth.
The use of any other aftermarket teeth may cause
damage or premature failure to the drive train.
TOOTH ARRANGEMENT
Straight Tooth .............................900-9903-82
Left Angled Tooth ........................900-9903-83
Right Angled Tooth .....................900-9903-84
C'bored Mount Block ..................900-9903-85
Threaded Mount Block ...............900-9903-86
Mount Bolt ..................................900-9903-81
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