9 • OPERATION
OPERATE THE TURBOSAW ATTACHMENT SAFELY
Turbo Saw units are designed with operator safety in
mind. Please familiarize yourself with Turbo Saw operator
instructions and safety precautions. Become familiar with
all controls. Keep the skid steer saw free of debris. Only
operate with a skid steer that has a glass or Plexiglas cab.
Travel cautiously near large objects or ditches in your
machine’s path.
TRANSPORTING A SAW SAFELY
The skid steer saw must be disengaged and lowered in
the upright horizontal position. DO NOT LEAVE THE
BLADE ENGAGED WHILE TRANSPORTING OVER LONG
DISTANCES. Proceed with caution. Anything the spinning
blade contacts will be severely damaged. The saw blade
should be sufficiently elevated above the terrain to prevent
equipment damage. Reflectors should be clean and
visible. PROCEED WITH CAUTION. Be aware of oncoming
vehicles, and move slowly through uneven surfaces. Follow
your typical safety precautions when driving a skid steer.
Do not exceeded skid steers’ balance ratio which could
result in flipping your machine. When transporting the skid
steer saw be aware of the total length the attachment adds
to your machine.
EXITING
Lower the attachment to the ground.
Engage skid steer parking brake or place transmission in
“Park”.
Shut off engine and remove key.
Make certain cutting disc has completely stopped before
exiting the cab of your machine.
SPRAYER TANK
5 gallon polyurethane sprayer tank with 12 volt electric
pump is standard on most skid mounted Turbo Saw.
An adjustable spray tip is located behind the blade shield.
The spray tip is recessed into the frame to limit damage.
The sprayer pump is rated for all water based herbicides.
Only use water based herbicides or warranty will be
voided.
WARNING
• Do not allow the blade to contact gravel, rocks or metal.
The carbide inserts will be damaged if the blade comes
in contact with anything other than wood. Contacting
material other than wood can cause severe injury or
death.
• When the blade is turning there should not be excessive
vibration. If excessive vibration occurs, turn off the saw
immediately, follow safety precautions, and look for
possible causes.
• If the hydraulic blade malfunctions (does not stop the
disc in 3-4 seconds), do not operate the Turbo Saw until
the problem has been fixed.
• Do not force the blade into a tree. If the blade does not
remove enough wood as it cuts, damage to the drive
train could occur.
• Do not exit the vehicle until the blade has come to a
complete stop.
• Always have an exit strategy when cutting trees. Do not
box yourself into a corner. When you cut, make sure you
have a clear path to exit afterward.
• Do not exceed the rated gpm hydraulic flow for your
Turbo Saw model. Exceeding the recommended
hydraulic flow rate may damage hydraulic components.
(Please see chart on Page 9)
SAFE OPERATION