After starting skid steer, lift the
attachment 6” (152mm) off the ground
surface:
1.
With the skid steer engine RPMs
just above idle, slowly engage the
auxiliary hydraulic flow to the
cutter head. Use your machine’s
auxiliary hydraulic flow lever or
switch, activate the auxiliary flow
to the brush cutter.
2.
Allow the cutter to run for 30
seconds to purge the air from the
system. Turn off the cutter drive,
allowing it to come to a complete
stop.
3.
Lower the cutter attachment to
the ground and shut off the skid
steer’s engine and exit the
operator’s compartment.
4.
Check the skid steers hydraulic oil
level, and add oil if necessary.
5.
Inspect the cutter hydraulic plumbing
for any noticeable leaks. Correct these
leaks before continuing.
6.
Restart the skid steer. With the
attachment raised off the ground and
the engine throttle set just above idle,
engage the cutter drive circuit to start
cutter. Allow cutter to come up to
speed before increasing engine speed.
Starting the Cutter
Moving or
engaging the cutter with bystanders
in the area could result in Death or
Serious Injury. Before engaging cutter
hydraulics, always make sure the area
is clear of bystanders.
Engage the cutter drive hydraulics with
the prime mover’s engine at a low
rpm. Slowly raise the skid steer
engine’s rpm to the correct and
desired cutter speed. Use the skid
steer’s hand throttle to set the speed;
never use a foot throttle when using
the cutter.
MTL Attachments
If the cutter ever
creates a vibration when ramping up
speed, turn the cutter attachment to
the off position and investigate cause.
Refer today Troubleshooting section
in this manual.
Stopping the Cutter
When stopping the cutter, raise the
cutter slightly and lower the skid
steer’s engine RPMs to an idle, and
allow the cutter to slow down. After
the cutter has slowed down you may
turn the auxiliary hydraulics to the
“off” position.
Getting Familiar with
the Attachment
Never operate the
cutter when bystanders are within 75’
(23 m) of your work area. Flying
debris could result in Death or Serious
Injury.
Be cautious when
operating on un-level ground
surfaces. A machine roll over could
result in Minor or Serious Injury.
Always wear your seat belt when
operating this type of machinery.
Before starting the skid steer engine
with this cutter attached, make sure
you are knowledgeable and
comfortable with the operation of the
brush cutter controls as outlined in the
previous and following sections of this
manual.
When operating the cutter, set the skid
steer throttle at a speed that will
produce the required flow. Refer to
your skid steer manual or call your
local skid steer dealer for additional
help, if necessary. Your skid steer
dealer can measure the flow available
on your machine and recommend a
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