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Battle Ax Light - Skid Loader OM

Installing the Battle Ax Light to the 
Loader (Cont’d)

Hydraulic Connections

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: 

The hydraulic hose quick couplers shown above 
are not supplied with the Battle Ax Light.

Install the Battle Ax Light quick couplers to the loader.

Checking Rotor Rotation

DANGER: 

Keep hands, feet, and clothing 

clear of rotor and bearings while the loader is 
running.

1

Raise the Battle Ax Light off the ground and place blocks 
(1) underneath the skids. Lower the Battle Ax Light down 
on the blocks.

Rotor

Rotation

Engage the loader auxiliary hydraulics, the rotor should 
start rotating in a forward direction. The rotation should 
be counterclockwise as viewed from the left side of the 
Battle Ax Light.

NOTE: 

If the rotor is rotating backward, reverse the 
quick couplers (not supplied) on the Battle Ax 
Light hydraulic hoses. Re-install the couplers 
(not supplied) on the loader and test for correct 
rotor rotation.

WARNING: 

The Battle Ax Light can be 

damaged if rotor is operated in reverse 
rotation.

Set-up Instructions

Summary of Contents for Battle Ax Light

Page 1: ...Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase 203417 Rev A 12 04 19 Battle Ax Light Skid Loader Mulching Head 51 61 Owner s Manual and Parts Book Originating w Serial Number 93 101 thru 93 124...

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Page 3: ...the LOFTNESS factory or authorized LOFTNESS dealership or in any way so as in LOFTNESS judgment to affect its stability or reliability nor which has been subject to misuse negligence or accident nor t...

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Page 5: ...Hydraulic Safety 7 California Proposition 65 Warning 7 Safety Decal Locations 8 Battle Ax Light Identification 10 Set up Instructions Pusher Bar Assembly 11 Installing the Battle Ax Light to the Load...

Page 6: ...otor Mount 33 Motor Cover 203233 34 Lubrication 35 Belt and Sheave 3 B BSL A 8 6 Top 6 2 Bottom 36 Belt and Sheave 3 B BSL B 8 Top 6 8 Bottom 37 Belt and Sheave 3 B BSL C 7 4 Top 7 4 Bottom 38 Belt an...

Page 7: ...umber motor size one letter sheaves and belt combination and one letter pusher bar An example for a Battle Ax Light Skid Loader of this type would be as shown below SIZE 51 51 Cut 61 61 Cut TYPE BSL B...

Page 8: ...2 Battle Ax Light Skid Loader OM...

Page 9: ...in accordance with all applicable local state and federal codes regulations and or laws and in compliance with on product labeling and these instructions Make sure that all personnel have read this ow...

Page 10: ...ss passes Power Requirement 16 30 GPM up to 4350 PSI 20 50 hydraulic horsepower Pressure Gauge Fixed Displacement Gear Motor 40cc Rotor Speed 1800 2600 RPM 13 5 in 34 cm Diameter Rotor Efficient Stagg...

Page 11: ...this owner s manual are not all inclusive Owner s Responsibility Duetothepotentialdangerofflyingdebris itistheowner s responsibility and is ABSOLUTELY MANDATORY that IMPACT RESISTANT SHIELDING be inst...

Page 12: ...g the attachment The adjustable push bar could contact the machine in some positions Before starting the power unit set the push bar in the most forward position then slowly rotate the attachment back...

Page 13: ...ement could occur Operators are responsible to know the location and function of all guards and shields including but not limited to belt drives and rotor Operators are responsible to make certain tha...

Page 14: ...ows where safety related decals are applied on the machine For all machine decals see Machine Decals and Signs on page 47 See the following page for detailed images of the safety decals called out abo...

Page 15: ...ou refer to your OPERATOR S MANUAL for Set up Instructions and Pressure Ratings that apply to the components used on this unit The dealer owner will be responsible for any damage caused by improper co...

Page 16: ...aring Guard Skid left side Cutting Teeth Rotor Hydraulic Control Valve Pressure Gauge Hydraulic Hoses Mounting Plate Deflector Chains Step Skid right side Drive Belt behind cover Drive Belt Cover Manu...

Page 17: ...not tighten at this time Align the bottom end hole of the pusher tube with the hole 5 in the left side of the mulcher frame Insert the bolt 6 from the outside and install the lock washer 7 and nut 8...

Page 18: ...levers on the loader mounting plate WARNING Locking wedge pins must extend through the holes in attachment mounting plate Levers must be fully down in the locked over center position Failure to secur...

Page 19: ...et and clothing clear of rotor and bearings while the loader is running 1 Raise the Battle Ax Light off the ground and place blocks 1 underneath the skids Lower the Battle Ax Light down on the blocks...

Page 20: ...a flow meter to see if it corresponds with the factory specifications Turn power off from loader and return the belt cover to position securing with the eight bolts Cutter Bar Adjustment 1 2 3 4 NOTE...

Page 21: ...t hydraulic motor to match the hydraulic flow GPM Gallons Per Minute of your machine WARNING Flying debris can gather on the loader and needs to be cleaned off especially around the radiator oil coole...

Page 22: ...bar extensions are over the log or item being moved Lower the lift arms and position the log between push bar extensions and the Battle Ax Light Move the loader backwards dragging the log to the desi...

Page 23: ...edule H O U R S SERVICE POINTS SERVICE REQUIRED C H E C K C L E A N C H A N G E G R E A S E A D J U S T O I L Every 8 Machine X Loose Bolts X Hoses and Wiring X Oil Leaks X Rotor Bearing X Teeth X Eve...

Page 24: ...Manual Holder Cover and Hose Cover on page 20 for instructions 2 1 Remove the plug from the port 1 located on the top of the overhung load adapter and the plug from the lower port 2 located on the bac...

Page 25: ...heavy Support the cover when removing When maintenance repairs are complete return the cover back into position and tighten and secure all bolts Removing Left End Bearing Cover DANGER Shut down power...

Page 26: ...to pinch or damage the pressure gauge hose under the motor cover Maintenance Note 51 model shown 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 1 With the motor cover and manual holder cover removed remove the remaining bolts 1 sec...

Page 27: ...ed skid align holes in skid with holes on frame Re install the bolts add the nuts and tighten securely against the skid Belt Adjustment WARNING Shut down and lock out power from the loader before adju...

Page 28: ...prevent accidental rotation any time the rotor is exposed for service work NOTE The cutter teeth have been heat treated to a specific hardness Care must be taken to avoid overheating the leading edge...

Page 29: ...rts of the machine See Lubrication on page 17 Make a list of all worn or damaged parts and replace them Paint all parts that are worn or rusted Store Battle Ax Light in a clean dry area Secure hoses o...

Page 30: ...2256 34 18 1715 2389 36 19 1810 2521 38 20 1900 2179 40 Top Sheave 8 0 N17045 1 5 Taperlock 8126 Bottom Sheave 6 8 N11421 1 75 Taperlock 8127 Belt 203410 Model Code B 21 2000 2287 42 22 2100 2396 44...

Page 31: ...e bearing s Damage to rotor includes bent end of shafts missing balance weights or actual rotor deformity from striking rocks etc Consult factory Uneven Cutting Teeth dull or worn excessively Replace...

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Page 33: ...27 Battle Ax Light Skid Loader OM PARTS IDENTIFICATION Parts Identification...

Page 34: ...Loader OM Covers Manual Holder Parts Identification 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 9 10 4 11 2 2 2 2 7 8 51 model uses 3 bolts to secure the hose cover 61 uses 4 bolts to secure For parts breakdown of item 1 Motor C...

Page 35: ...FLG 51 Model 14 N26743 BOLT 3 8 X 1 SER FLG 61 Model 3 1 203208 RH BEARING COVER 4 13 N26748 BOLT 1 2 X 1 SER FLG 5 1 203227 MANUAL GUARD 6 4 N47855 BOLT 3 8 X 1 1 4 SER FLG 7 1 N19600 HOLDER 01 315A...

Page 36: ...ESS ASSEM 1 203252 ROTOR 61 BATTLE AX W SHANKLESS ASSEM 1 203530 ROTOR 51 BATTLE AX W PLANER ASSEM 1 203532 ROTOR 61 BATTLE AX W PLANER ASSEM 5 1 203217 BA SKID LIGHT LH SKID SHOE Rotor Skid Shoes 1 2...

Page 37: ...49273 ROD CARBIDE 51 CHAIN 1 N49076 ROD CARBIDE 61 CHAIN 4 56 N15589 CHAIN CARBIDE AX REAT 51 66 61 5 1 N49272 PLATE RECUTTER 51 1 N49075 PLATE RECUTTER 61 6 5 4042 BOLT 5 8 X 2 FINE THRD GR 8 51 7 61...

Page 38: ...TION 1 1 203156 PUSHER 51 W DECALS 1 203256 PUSHER 61 W DECALS 2 1 203236 TUBE PUSHER 37 5 W BUSHING 3 1 203237 TUBE PUSHER 25 8 W BUSHING 4 6 N64492 BOLT 1 14 X 4 GR 8 FN THR 5 6 4166 WASHER 1 LOCK 6...

Page 39: ...unt QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 4 4513 BOLT 1 2 X 1 1 4 GRADE 8 2 4 4486 WASHER 1 2 FLAT 3 4 4250 NUT STANDARD 1 2 4 4 N37780 WASHER NORD LOCK 1 2 SP 5 1 203168 MOTOR MOUNT WLDMT 6 1 N27483 BOLT 1 2 X 5 GR...

Page 40: ...RIPTION 1 1 203232 MOTOR COVER W DECALS 2 1 N16163 GAUGE 0 6000PSI 4 PRESS 3 3 N16132 BOLT BHCS 8 32 X 1 4 3 N16333 BOLT BHCS 10 32 X 1 5 1 N16332 FLANGE MOUNT GAUGE 6 1 N16335 FLANGE MOUNT 10 7 1 N16...

Page 41: ...DESCRIPTION 1 2 N17007 GREASE ZERK 1 8 NPT 2 2 4304 10 BULKHEAD FITTING GREASE HOSE 3 2 4304 HOSE GREASE 1 8 X 15 4 2 4471 ELBOW 1 8 45 DEG STREET 5 1 N25125 ELBOW 90 DEG 4FJIC 4MJIC 1 1 5 2 3 2 3 4...

Page 42: ...6 2 Bottom QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203410 BELT 3 B 52 2 1 N16134 SHEAVE 3B X 8 6 PD TAPERLOCK 3 1 8126 BUSHING 1 1 2 TAPERLOCK KEYED 4 2 7121 02 KEY 3 8 X 1 3 4 5 1 8127 BUSHING 1 3 4 KW TAPERLOCK 6...

Page 43: ...8 Bottom QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203410 BELT 3 B 52 2 1 N17045 SHEAVE 3B X 8 0 TPL 2517 3 1 8126 BUSHING 1 1 2 TAPERLOCK KEYED 4 2 7121 02 KEY 3 8 X 1 3 4 5 1 8127 BUSHING 1 3 4 KW TAPERLOCK 6 1 N114...

Page 44: ...e 3 B BSL C 7 4 Top 7 4 Bottom QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203410 BELT 3 B 52 2 2 N34689 SHEAVE 3B X 7 4 TPL 2517 3 1 8126 BUSHING 1 1 2 TAPERLOCK KEYED 4 2 7121 02 KEY 3 8 X 1 3 4 5 1 8127 BUSHING 1 3 4...

Page 45: ...8 Bottom QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203410 BELT 3 B 52 2 1 N11421 SHEAVE TAPERLOCK 6 8 PD 3 BAND 3 1 8126 BUSHING 1 1 2 TAPERLOCK KEYED 4 2 7121 02 KEY 3 8 X 1 3 4 5 1 8127 BUSHING 1 3 4 KW TAPERLOCK 6...

Page 46: ...4 GR 8 5 10 N16473 WASHER 5 8 NORDLOCK 6 2 203132 MOUNT BEARING WELDMENT 7 2 201357 ANTIWRAP 1 PIECE CARBIDE 8 8 1 203123 ROTOR 51 BATTLE AX W SHANKLESS TOOTH 1 203251 ROTOR 61 BATTLE AX W SHANKLESS...

Page 47: ...less Tooth 51 203123 61 203251 1 2 4 3 QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203122 ROTOR 51 BA SPIRAL W O CUTTER 8 1 203250 ROTOR 61 BA SPIRAL W O CUTTER 8 2 32 N156042 TOOTH SHANKLESS 51 38 61 3 32 N16474 WASHER...

Page 48: ...OLT 7 16 X 2 GR 8 FN TH 2 8 N16471 WASHER 7 16 NORDLOCK 3 2 201356 BEARING 1 3 4 PILOT ROLLER 4 10 4494 BOLT 5 8 18 X 2 1 4 GR 8 5 10 N16473 WASHER 5 8 NORDLOCK 6 2 203132 MOUNT BEARING WELDMENT 7 2 2...

Page 49: ...ner Teeth 51 203529 61 203531 QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 203122 ROTOR 51 BA SPIRAL W O CUTTER 8 1 203250 ROTOR 61 BA SPIRAL W O CUTTER 8 2 32 202506 TOOTH SHANKLESS 51 38 61 3 32 N16474 WASHER 3 4 NORDL...

Page 50: ...203418 Front View Machine Direction Rear View Machine Direction 1 2 1 2 1 3 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 8 13 To Pressure Guage 12 11 9 9 18 17 17 16 15 14 19 20 21 5 5 24 25 1 26 22 Pressure 23 Return 14 Detail...

Page 51: ...11 2 4456 BOLT 3 8 X 4 GRADE 5 12 2 4979 NUT 3 8 SERRATED FLANGE 13 1 N38498 HOSE 1 4 100 6FJIC 4FPSWIVL 14 2 N15893 CAP 3 4 ALUMINUM HOSE 15 1 N24822 DECAL PRESSURE 16 1 N24823 DECAL RETURN 17 2 2034...

Page 52: ...ng Load Adapter N16416 QTY PART DESCRIPTION 1 1 N14151 SEAL FRONT 1 50 I D X 2 13 O D X 312 THK 2 2 N14152 CUP BEARING 3 2 N14153 CONE BEARING 4 1 N14154 SHAFT 5 1 N14156 RING RETAINING 6 1 N14157 SEA...

Page 53: ...TAY BACK KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM ROTATING KNIVES UNDER MACHINE DO NOT LEAVE OPERATORS POSITION WHILE POWER UNIT IS RUNNING DANGER Part No N28385 WARNING IMPROPER CONNECTION TO THE POWER UNIT S H...

Page 54: ...Light Skid Loader OM Machine Decals and Signs Cont d Part No N28010 Part No N13721 Part No 4138 Part No N13517 Part No N28576 Large Part No N28577 Small on Thumb Part No N33105 Parts Identification Pa...

Page 55: ...in 15 2 cm Continuous 8 in 20 3 cm Intermittent Motor Fixed Displacement Gear Motor 40cc 2 42 ci Rotor Bearings 1 75 in Piloted Double Taper Rotor Tip Diameter 13 5 in 34 3 cm Mount Universal Skid Ste...

Page 56: ...Cutting Path A 51 0 in 129 5 cm 61 in 154 9 cm Overall Width B 66 0 in 167 6 cm 76 0 in 193 0 cm Overall Depth C without pusher 30 0 in 76 2 cm Overall Height D without pusher 30 875 in 78 4 cm Number...

Page 57: ...51 Battle Ax Light Skid Loader OM Appendix Torque Specifications Inches Hardware and Lock Nuts...

Page 58: ...52 Battle Ax Light Skid Loader OM Torque Specifications Cont d Metric Hardware and Lock Nuts Appendix...

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