CID XBC173060, Owner'S Manual

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X-treme Duty Piston Motor Brush Cutter
January 2021
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General Operating Tips
• LEARN what the cutter head looks like in a level position when you are
seated in the skid steer. Knowing what a level cutter head looks like will
prevent you from damaging the cutter blades if you cut too close to the
ground.
• SLOW down the skid steer if the engine “bogs” down or if the cutter speed
is too slow because of too much load.
• LISTEN and FEEL for any strange vibrations or noises. If you feel a bad
vibration when cutting, slow the skid steer down and see if the vibration
stops. If not, stop the brush cutter and investigate the cause. Refer to the
“Troubleshooting Chart” on page 36 of this manual.
• ALWAYS be aware of your surroundings and pay attention to what
obstacles and terrain are in front of you.
Use the skid steer loader’s lift and tilt controls to adjust brush cutter height.
Refer to your skid steer operator’s manual for instructions on these controls.
3.5 Cutting Operations
Adjusting Cutter Height & Level
When cutting dense or heavy material, adjust the level of the cutter
deck so the front of the cutter is approximately 1 inch lower than the
back of the cutter. This will assist the processing of the material and will
avoid material “balling” under the deck.
Cutting tree branches with the cutter in an elevated position could result
in Death or Serious Injury if the skid steer becomes unstable. Never raise
the cutter more than a few feet off the ground when working on slopes or
uneven terrain.