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SC2560 & SC2572 Skid Steer Rotary Cutter 326-836M
1/15/21
Section 3: Operating Procedures
General Operating Instructions
It is absolutely essential that you read and understand
both the Operator’s Manual for Land Pride’s Skid Steer
Rotary Cutter and the Operator’s Manual for the Skid
Steer unit you intend to attach it to before attempting to
operate or cut with this combination of equipment. You
must be able to read, comprehend, and adhere to all
safety warnings and decals in order to avoid personal
injury, fatalities, injury to others, or costly damage to
property and equipment. We highly recommend that you
be a skilled and competent Skid Steer operator prior to
attaching and attempting to use the Skid Steer Rotary
Cutter. If there is any part of the information above or safe
operating procedures you do not understand, please
contact your nearest authorized dealer for a full
explanation and training session if necessary.
Skid Steer Operating Instructions
Assuming you have met all of the above requirements
and taken them seriously, it is time to take the next step
and that is accomplished by dressing appropriately for
the task. You will need to put on protective eye wear such
as safety glasses, goggles, or a face shield. A hard hat,
steel toed safety shoes, gloves, and hearing protection
are also highly recommended. Never wear loose fitting
clothing and you may want to put on a respirator or filter
mask to avoid breathing in dust, pollen, or agriculturally
used toxins that may be present.
The next step is a static or non-running pre-inspection of
the Skid Steer unit. You will want to make sure that the
Skid Steer is equipped with a fully functioning ROPS
(Roll Over Protection System) which does include seat
belts and an operator safety enclosure. The cab must
also be equipped with an Operator Protective Door,
which may have been supplied with the Skid Steer unit.
Land Pride does offer a protective door with the SC2560
and SC2572 if one is not provided by your Skid Steer
supplier. If the Skid Steer is to be operated on local
roadways, it must be equipped with appropriate Slow
Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign and other required lighting
packages so as to make it compliant with state and local
department of transportation requirements. The cutter
drive motor must be matched to the output of the
hydraulic capacity of the Skid Steer. Failure to do this
could result in serious over-speeding of the cutting unit
possibly resulting in serious injury, fatalities, or property
damage. The universal quick-hitch mount should be in
good working order and latches should be located to the
open position. There should be no evidence of hydraulic
leaks in and around the auxiliary hydraulic couplers.
There must be a readily accessible attaching point for the
Rotary Cutter lift-limit chain on the lower front portion of
the chassis frame. Finally make sure that all shields and
safety features are in place and fully functional.
The next step is to perform a running check of the Skid
Steer unit. As you get onto the Skid Steer and into the
operator compartment always use factory provided hand-
holds and don’t grab the steering or control levers to ease
or stabilize your entry. Fasten your seat belt once you are
seated and begin to mentally orient yourself with the
position of all controls, switches, pedals, levers, and their
related functions. Once you are sure that the park brake
is on, no people or animals are in close proximity, all
control levers, pedals, and hydraulic systems are in
neutral position, go ahead and start the engine. With the
engine now running and the throttle at approximately one
third, test all controls to make sure they are fully
functioning. If at any time there is an equipment failure,
shut the unit down and make immediate and full repairs.
Operating Motion Range
Figure 3-2
39015
DO NOT EXCEED OR DAMAGE MAY OCCUR