DFM TurboSaw EX2600 Operator'S Manual Download

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RT2600, RT3000, SB2600, SB3000,

TQ3000, TQ3000R, EX2600

DOUGHERTY

FORESTRY

MANUFACTURING

OPERATORS MANUAL

2014 EDITION

Summary of Contents for TurboSaw EX2600

Page 1: ...RT2600 RT3000 SB2600 SB3000 TQ3000 TQ3000R EX2600 DOUGHERTY FORESTRY MANUFACTURING OPERATORS MANUAL 2014 EDITION ...

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Page 3: ...precautions that must be observed while using the skid steer saw Review information on how to maintain the skid steer saw See Maintenance section Review recommended procedures for attaching to or detaching from skid steer See Attaching and Detaching section Recommended transporting information See Transporting section Review equipment safety features i e pushing bar blade shield Review skid steer ...

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Page 5: ...f purchased through dealer ORIGINAL PURCHASER PRINT ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE FAX EMAIL SIGNATURE PLEASE COPY AND MAIL OR FAX TO Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing LTD Co 211 W Canyon Run Hinton OK 73047 FAX 405 542 6928 WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IF NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 15 DAYS OF THE PURCHASE DATE ...

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Page 7: ...ATION 8 Safe Operation 9 Hydraulic requirements 10 Installation Wiring Diagram 11 Attaching detaching 12 Basic cutting guidelines 13 Directing the Fall of a Tree 14 Trimming Limbs 15 Operating the Swing Boom 16 BASIC MAINTENANCE 17 Rotating Changing Teeth 18 Maintenance Schedule 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

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Page 9: ...rator s manual before operating the skid steer saw Safety depends upon the operator thoroughly reading understanding and using the techniques and maintenance requirements specified in the Turbo Saw Skid steer saw operator s manual This manual shows proper techniques and precautions for the skid steer saw The skid steer saw must always be operated by the instructions outlined in this manual The ope...

Page 10: ...d workmanship C NON WARRANTY COVERAGE DFM is not responsible for the following 1 Used Products 2 Any product that has been altered or modified in ways not approved by DFM 3 Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear and tear lack of reasonable and proper maintenance failure to follow operating instructions damage due to improper use abuse or neglect or conditions caused by abuse or neglect misus...

Page 11: ...one pass 30 max 18 one pass 30 max 18 one pass 30 max Unit Dimensions L84 W46 H50 L84 W46 H50 L84 W46 H50 L84 W46 H50 L W H Weight 625lbs 650lbs 850lbs 1050lbs 600lbs Included Items Hydraulic Hoses Flat Face Couplers Hardened Skid Plate Pushing Guard Disc Shield Operator s Manual Hydraulic Hoses Flat Face Couplers Hardened Skid Plate Pushing Guard Disc Shield Operator s Manual Hydraulic Hoses Flat...

Page 12: ...not operate a modified Turbo Saw attachment If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance contact your Turbo Saw dealer RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION A signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION are used along with the Safety Alert Symbol to alert you to important details DANGER Immediate danger which if not avoided will result in injury or death WARNING Potential hazard which if ...

Page 13: ... tree could fall break an electrical line and cause serious injury or death Do not cut near cliffs canyons or other dangerous terrain A collapsed embankment could result in a fatal rollover Avoid uneven terrain and steep slopes as these could result in a fatal rollover WEAR APPROPRIATE CLOTHING 1 Wear a mask to prevent inhalation of dust during operation Wear a mask during maintenance to prevent i...

Page 14: ...RATE HEAVY EQUIPMENT WHEN IMPAIRED The Turbo Saw attachments are designed for a single operator no passengers They impair and distract the operator resulting in unsafe operation No riders or by standards flying debris falling limb trees and heavy machinery could cause life threatening injuries Keep bystanders 500 feet away from machine Never operate when impaired HYDRAULIC PRESSURE Hydraulic motor...

Page 15: ... protected inside the frame 7 Pushing Guard Helps guide the directional fall of cut material 8 Skid Plate Protects the cutting disc fasteners during ground contact 9 Blade Shield Helps deflect thrown objects and cutting debris away from the operator Hydraulic Shutdown Valve All high flow saws are equipped with case drain and a hydraulic pop off valve which relieves hydraulic pressure should the sy...

Page 16: ...essories of the Turbo Saw Check the limb shield limb deflector blade shield and the rest of the frame for bends breaks cracks or excessive wear Inspect the cutting disc for wear cracks damage bending or warping Inspect all the teeth and backing blocks Make sure all teeth are securely fastened If a tooth is worn or chipped rotate or replace it more on page If a backing block damaged it will need gr...

Page 17: ...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...

Page 18: ...fferent skid steer without consulting a Turbo Saw specialist first Do not operate a Turbo Saw that has been altered in any way An altered unit may minimize deactivate Turbo Saw s safety features and its performance HYDRAULIC REQUIREMENTS CHART Turbo Saw Model Minimum Hydraulic Requirement Gallons Per Minute Maximum Hydraulic Requirement Gallons Per Minute DFM26EX 15 23 TQ3000 TQ3000R 15 23 RT2600 ...

Page 19: ... 1 SOLENOID POWER 2 SOLENOID GROUND SOLENOID GROUND WHITE BLACK SOLENOID POWER 2 WHITE 12 TRAILER W I RE BOBCAT WIRING INSTRUCTION For Bobcat skid loaders Wire the harness to the left handle The right handle won t work Because the saw uses a hydraulic piston to rotate the head Rotator or swing the boom Swing Boom hydraulic fluid must be running through the saw to operate the feature For Bobcat Bla...

Page 20: ... SAW Once the skid steer lines up and fits into the Turbo Saw base plate lock the attachment in place Always clean quick release hydraulic couplers before connecting to prevent dust and debris from entering your hydraulic system Then attach the hydraulic lines Beware of hydraulic pressure Wear proper attire like gloves goggles and appropriate clothing SPRAYER TANK 5 gallon polyurethane sprayer tan...

Page 21: ...l to medium size trees and stumps The Turbo Saw is not designed to cut large diameter trees The maximum trunk diameter of a standing tree the Turbo Saw can safely cut depends on the size of skid steer it is attached to the experience of the operator and the weight of the tree On average the Turbo Saw can cut 11 in a single pass and 30 with multiple passes THE OPERATOR MUST Determine the diameter o...

Page 22: ... to allow the tree to fall in a slow controlled manner WARNING THE PUSHING GUARD CAN ONLY ENCOURAGE THE DIRECTION OF FALL The operator must always have an escape route in case the tree falls in the wrong direction WARNING NEVER CUT OFF A TREE COMPLETELY WITHOUT THE PUSHING GUARD LEVERAGING AGAINST IT OR IT WILL BE DIFFICULT TO DETERMINE WHICH DIRECTION THE TREE WILL FALL WARNING ALWAYS DIRECT THE ...

Page 23: ...ING DISC DOWNWARD The safety shield behind the blade is designed to protect the operator in either the horizontal position or with the disc pointed upward to trim limbs Cutting with the cutting disc facing downward can bend the cutting disc and or throw debris at the operator The safety shield is not designed to protect the operator with the blade pointed downward WARNING Do not cut off a limb tha...

Page 24: ...mpensate for the added friction of the dirt SWING CONTROL VALVE The speed of the boom swing can be set with the control valve located in the front of the Turbo Saw near the boom hinge With the Turbo Saw and skid loader off and all pressure released loosed locknut and screw inner bolt in upwards or out downwards Turning the bolt in decreases the flow to the swing cylinder and slows down the swing s...

Page 25: ...om skid steer make sure machine is off brake is engaged and remove key Lower skid steer saw to the ground or place it upon service stands or blocks Allow the skid steer saw to cool off before maintaining Caution parts may be hot sharp or hazardous Follow guidelines on protective equipment and clothing If you are not a licensed welder or hydraulic specialist call your Turbo Saw dealer for maintenan...

Page 26: ...mes in contact with the ground the bottom edge will wear as well If both the bottom and outside edges of the tooth are worn rotate the tooth 180 A 1 4 hex bit socket and a ratchet are needed to remove and fasten the teeth NOTE Tighten to 40 to 50 Torque Do not run a cutting disc with teeth missing or broken The backing block behind the tooth will wear very quickly without a tooth in front of it If...

Page 27: ...NCE Every 8 Hours Grease hinge shaft on boom joint Check cutting disc condition Check carbide inserts and make certain the set bolts are tight Every 100 Hours Rotate carbide inserts on cutting disc Every 200 Hours Check bolts connections on drive train Every 400 Hours Check Replace teeth Every 1500 Hours Check Replace skid plate Annually Check Oil Level in Gearbox Gearbox has fill port Fill till g...

Page 28: ...a tree saw but a family owned business committed to your success DOUGHERTY FORESTRY MANUFACTURING LTD Co 211 W Canyon Run Hinton OK 73047 Call toll free 1 888 444 2218 or 1 405 542 3520 Email contact doughertymfg com All rights reserved No part of the Turbo Saw manual may be reproduced in any form without the expressed written permission of Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing Ltd Co This manual provi...

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