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11 Battle Ax OM
Mounting the Battle Ax to the
Excavator
For a mounting bracket specific to your model of
excavator, contact Loftness.
NOTE: Make sure hydraulic hoses are connected to the
Battle Ax before installing the mounting bracket.
This includes the hydraulic hoses for the optional
thumb (not shown below).
1
2
5
3 4
Bolt the base mount (1) to the mounting plate (2) using the
eight bolts (3) with washers (4) (four on each side). Thread
through the bolt plate (5) (one on each side) and tighten.
Align excavator boom and connect to the mounting bracket.
Verify connection from excavator to mounting bracket is
secure.
Set-up Instructions
Hydraulic Connections
3
4
Tank
-16FORB
1
2
Case Drain
-8FORB
Do not cap Case
Drain Protection.
Pressure
-16FORB
Connect hydraulics hoses (not included with the Battle
Ax) from the excavator to the Battle Ax. See below for
hose requirements.
1.
Tank ; -16FORB
2. Pressure ; -16FORB
3. Case Drain ; -8FORB
NOTE: Route houses through ring (4) on frame.
IMPORTANT : Minimum case drain hose size is 3/4 in. It
is recommended that the hose connects
directly to the hydraulic reservoir.
WARNING: Hydraulic Lines. Protect hands
and body from high pressure fluids.
Pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin.
Disconnect and lock out power source
before disconnecting and/or connecting
hydraulic hoses.
NOTE: Use hoses that are the same diameter size as
those used on the hydraulic motor. Using smaller
diameter hoses will decrease hydraulic efficiency.
IMPORTANT
: Verify hydraulic hoses are clear of pinch
areas and moving parts. Make sure hoses
are secured closely to the excavator’s
boom to avoid getting caught in tree
branches.