LOFTNESS Timber Ax 63TA, Owner'S Manual

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6 Timber Ax
Owner’s Responsibility (Cont’d)
Make sure the attachment is installed on the machine
correctly before being placed in service. At regular
intervals thereafter, the attachment should be serviced
in accordance with procedures outlined in this owner’s
manual.
Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure
• Stop the machine and attachment on a level surface
and lower the attachment to the ground.
• Move throttle to idle position.
• Disengage all power to the attachment.
• Shut off engine and remove the key.
Wait until the rotor has stopped completely before
inspecting the attachment.
Safety Rules
These are general safety considerations. Additional
precautions may be necessary to operate your
machine in a safe manner. Be certain you are operating
your machine in accordance with all safety codes,
OSHA rules and regulations, insurance requirements
and local, state, and federal laws.
• Read this manual carefully. Become thoroughly
familiar with the controls and proper use of the
machine. Insure that all operators know how to stop
the unit by disengagement of the controls using the
“Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure” on page 6.
• It is the owner’s responsibility for communicating all
information on the safe use and proper maintenance
of this machine.
• Never allow children to operate equipment. Allow
adults to operate the equipment only after receiving
the proper instructions. Keep the area of operation
clear of all unauthorized persons.
• Remove from area of operation all foreign objects
such as sticks, wire, rocks, etc., that might become
tangled in the rotor, causing damage to the machine
or thrown from the attachment striking other objects.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
engine is running or the key is in the “ON” position of
the skid-steer loader. Before leaving the operator’s
position, disengage power to the attachment and
remove ignition key.
• Disengage hydraulic valve and place skid-steer
controls in neutral or park before starting engine.
Safety Instructions for Operation and
Maintenance
The following safety warnings are used here and on the
Timber Ax. Become familiar with them before operating
this machine.
CAUTION:
• Failure to follow safety, operating, and maintenance
instructions could result in death or serious injury to
the operator or bystanders, poor operation, or costly
breakdown.
• Become familiar with and know how to use all safety
devices and controls on the attachment before
attempting to operate the unit. Know how to stop
the unit before starting it.
• Do not start, operate, or work on this machine until
you have carefully read and thoroughly understand
the contents of this manual and the operator’s
manual for your loader.
• Keep children, spectators and other workers off
and away from the machine while it is operating or
engine is running. Do not carry passengers.
• Before inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, adjusting
or servicing any part of the attachment, always
exercise the “Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure” on
page 6. After service has been performed, be
sure to restore all guards, shields and covers to their
original position.
• Read and observe all warnings decals on the machine
before attempting to operate the attachment. Do not
attempt to operate this machine unless all factory
devices and decals are in place. Keep safety decals
clean of dirt and grime. Keep all guards, shields and
decals in place.
Safety Instructions