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Page 1: ...Tully Road Hughson CA 95326 USA 800 426 5615 www Valleytoolmfg com FHX Series by Version 2 0 Release Date Dec 2017 From serial number BH17FHX66D 194 and after Power unit must be equipped with 1 2 LEXAN glass or equal and falling object protection ...

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Page 3: ...rting Procedure 9 Shut Down Procedure 9 Running Your Attachment 11 Adjustments Maintenance Lubrication 13 Wearable Component Maintenance 13 14 Knife Replacement 15 Bumper Adjustment 16 Cleaning Your Attachment 17 Hydraulic Maintenance 18 Parts Catalog Bumper Assembly 20 General Parts 21 22 Cutter Drum Assembly 23 Additional Torque Specifications 25 Frequently Asked Questions 26 Notes 27 Table of C...

Page 4: ...ormation consult your authorized dealer or the customer service department ATTENTION The safety of the operator was one of the primary concerns of BrushHound Attachments when designing this shredder Shielding simple adjustments and other safety features were built into this mulcher whenever possible You can make your home orchard or farm a safer place by observing the precautions noted in this man...

Page 5: ...tachment All bolts checked for tightness All knives and blade bolts are in place All shields in place Procedures for attaching shredder demonstrated to buyer Ensure pressure settings on power unit are correctly set Starting procedures explained to buyer Operation guidelines as outlined in owner s manual explained to buyer Adjustment of cutting height explained to buyer Replacement of knives explai...

Page 6: ...3 www brushhound com Introduction ...

Page 7: ...otors cylinders andactuators Our obligation under the warranty is expressly limited at our option to the replacement or repair at Valley Tool Mfg of Hughson CA or at a service facility designated by us or such part or parts as inspection shall disclose to have been defective We are not responsible for unauthorized repairsor replacements Warranty must be pre approved Authorized parts will be sent t...

Page 8: ...the machine be curled in such a way that the blades become visible to the operator Avoid operation that would allow hydraulic lines to be pinched or severed In the event of a hydraulic leak hydraulic fluid may have sufficient force to penetrate skin which requires immediate medical attention Be aware of the risks of equipment and grass fires To mitigate those risks Do not smoke or have an open fla...

Page 9: ...es with new ones Do not attempt to weld damaged blades This can cause damage that could result in the blade being thrown from the shredder Wear gloves and eye protection and exercise care when handling blades as they can be extremely sharp Also be alert to worn or damaged surfaces that could have sharp edges Disengage hydraulics shut off engine and allow all movement to stop before leaving the ope...

Page 10: ...en storing the attachment in between jobs 1 Clean the attachment thoroughly see Cleaning Your Attachment section for specific cleaning instructions 2 Lubricate the attachment as recommended see Lubrication section for lubrication details 3 Check wearable parts and replace as necessary so you will be ready to operate when necessary 4 Store in a clean dry place b Storage on Power Unit When leaving t...

Page 11: ...om obstructions During attachment keep hands out of pinch points and away from the blades to avoid injury and ensure hoses are clear of mounting plate 1 Line the mount on the Power Unit up with the Universal Skid Steer Mount on the Attachment 2 Lower the mount on the Power Unit and tilt forward so it can scoop up under the top lip of the Attachment s mounting plate 3 Slowly move Power Unit forward...

Page 12: ...Power Unit immediately Determine the cause of the problem and correct it before continuing with its operation 4 Attachment is ready for operation Shut Down Procedure 1 When work is completed disengage auxiliary hydraulics and position it for storage or transport See the Storage and Transport section for details on proper storage Shut off Power Unit and set parking brake Wait for the Attachment to ...

Page 13: ...10 Off Ground Level FHX Series by FHX Starting Position ...

Page 14: ...rds such as large rocks utility lines fencing and hidden debris like broken glass bottles and miscellaneous materials Projected debris can cause injuries to operators pedestrians livestock or damage property 3 While inspecting the work area be on the lookout for bees fire ants poison ivy or poison oak Also be aware of improper working conditions such as overly saturated grounds which can cause sli...

Page 15: ...12 Shredding Brush Clipping Tree Tops FHX Series by ...

Page 16: ...er is 10 pumps every 300 hours or every fourth cutter drum bearing greasing Wearable Component Maintenance a Rubber Drive Belt The drive belt is located behind the pulley housing cover on the drive side of the attachment The belt itself has a lifetime of over 1000 hours but should be inspected regularly for excessive wear If the belt appears worn thin or torn it should be replaced It should also b...

Page 17: ...rom the elements Cutter Drum Door Cutter drum door can be raised or lowered by using the adjustable top link Ratchet At no point should the Attachment be run without the Cutter Drum Door e Safety Decals Safety decals are not cosmetic they are in place to warn the Operator and bystanders of the dangers inherent of this machine Safety decals should always be clearly legible even from a distance and ...

Page 18: ...ble To rotate the knife loosen the retention bolt and First rotation 180 Second Rotation 90 and third rotation at 180 Retighten to 2000 ft lbs with a grade 8 bolt You will notice that the limiter on the knife holder does not allow the sharp corner to be centered this is intentional as it is the U shaped surface that is the cutting portion not the edge 2 Sharpening When sharpening tools are availab...

Page 19: ... the weight of bumper while one person handles the adjustment of the adjustment pins DO NOT ADJUST WITHOUT RETAINING BOLTS IN PLACE The process is as follows 1 Have at least one person hold weight of bumper 2 Remove adjustment pins 3 Position as desired 4 optional positions 4 Once in desired position insert adjustment pins ...

Page 20: ...ng areas cleaning off any excess found 2 Clear debris from the hydraulic hose area bearing area or any other area that may experience excessive heat 3 Clean the inside and top of the Attachment with a pressure washer removing any accumulated mud grass or other debris Keep in mind that mud build up on the cutter drum can cause imbalance 4 Touch up paint where needed as this will help prevent your A...

Page 21: ...necessary to switch the male and female quick connectors depending on the Power Unit s configuration 2 Motor Protection Valve MPV The MPV protects the motor from pressure surges that would damage the motor s internal seals by means of a pressure relief valve 3 Supply Line As the drum is only capable of cutting when spinning in one direction the supply line should always run from the pressure port ...

Page 22: ...Parts Catalog 19 www BrushHound com FHX Series Forestry Mulcher Attachment ...

Page 23: ...umper 1 04182 2 Bumper Font Arm LH 1 04195 3 Bumper Font Arm RH 1 04192 4 Bumper Adjustment Upper Arm 2 04180 5 Bumper Adjustment Lower Arm 2 04178 6 1 X 3 Pin 4 N A 7 1 X 5 Pin 4 N A FHX Series by Bumper Assembly 2 7 5 4 6 1 3 ...

Page 24: ... N 1 Drive Vent 1 2620 RH 3 2 Motor Access Door 2 2621 RH 3 3 Cutter Door 1 04213 4 Pulley Housing Cover RH Drive 1 04198 5 Drive Reinforced Slot Cover 1 2547 RH 4 6 Upper Recutter 1 2626 RH 3 7 Lower Recutter 1 2627 RH 3 8 Body Weldment 1 04203 9 Idle Reinforced Slot Cover 1 2546 RH 4 ...

Page 25: ...11 15 13 16 Description Qty P N 10 Top Link 1 03470 11 Gauge Holder 1 04199 12 Access Idle 1 2617 RH 3 13 Skid Shoe LH Idle 1 04201 14 Motor under Cover 2 04173 15 Bottom Cover 1 2624 RH 3 16 Skid Shoe RH Drive 4 N A 12 10 ...

Page 26: ...nd com Parts Catalog Cutter Drum Assembly Description Qty P N 1 Cutter Drum Weldment 1 04174 2 Labyrinth 2 2625 RH 3 3 Cutter Drum Bearing 2 CD 3050 4 Quadco Knife 36 QT3000 Quadco Knife Upgrade QT4000 QT5000 1 2 3 4 ...

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Page 28: ...Additional 25 www brushhound com Torque Specifications ...

Page 29: ...n of the drum ever be reversed Q Sometimes the attachment loses RPM very rapidly even though its use has not changed why A Allow drum RPM to fully recover before continuing with operation The drum acts as a reservoir for energy and the faster it spins the more energy it stores Let the drum speed up for another 2 to 3 seconds after it seems ready to use before resuming operation Q When connecting m...

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Page 32: ...eries by FHX DEFENDER OWNER S MANUAL PO Box 220 2507 Tully Road Hughson CA 95326 USA 800 426 5615 www Valleytoolmfg com Power unit must be equipped with 1 2 LEXAN glass or equal and falling object protection ...

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