LOFTNESS Battle Ax 20 Series, Owner'S Manual And Parts Book

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22 Battle Ax OM
Skid Removal/Replacement
WARNING: Shut down and lock out power
from the excavator before removing skids.
Lift the Battle Ax off of the ground about 6 inches. Place
blocks under the rotor (not under teeth) to support the
shredder when lowered. DO NOT place blocks under the
skids.
1 2 2 1 3
1 2 2 1 3
Hook End Skid Shoe
Belt End Skid Shoe
For the hook end skid shoe, first remove the hook.
Refer to “Removing Hook” on page 20 for instructions.
For the belt end skid shoe, first remove the belt cover.
Refer to “Removing Belt Cover” on page 19 for
instructions.
Remove nuts (1) and slide carriage bolts (2) out. Lower
the skid (3) and remove.
NOTE: There are two sets of hardware on the hook end
skid shoe, and four sets of hardware on the belt
end skid shoe.
To install new or repaired skid shoe, align holes in skid
shoe with holes on frame. Re-install the bolts, add the
nuts and tighten securely.
Tooth Removal and Installation
DANGER: Shut down and lock out power
from the excavator before removing teeth.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury
or death.
2 1
3
Note: 4 point beaver tooth style shown.
Remove the bolt (1), washer (2), and tooth (3).
Use copper based anti-seize when reinstalling the bolts.
Torque to 200 ft.-lbs.
IMPORTANT : When a damaged tooth is replaced, the
tooth directly opposite (180 degrees)
must be replaced at the same time to
retain balance.
Tooth Sharpening
NOTE:
The teeth need to be kept sharp to maintain the
most effective operation of the attachment. Daily
inspection and touch up is recommended.
NOTE: The teeth can either be removed from the
attachment or remain installed for sharpening.
WARNING:
Rotor must be stabilized to
prevent accidental rotation any time the
rotor is exposed for service work.
(Procedure continued on following page.)
Maintenance