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SAFETY
Improper operation can cause serious
injury or death.
Pre-operation
This attachment is designed to cut and mulch
brush and small trees.
NEVER
use this
machine for any other purpose.
To protect the operator, the loader must be fitted
with approved Forestry Door, Forestry Kit, and
Level II Falling Object Protective Structure
(FOPS) Kit.
Read the operator
’s manual for the “Skid Steer
Loade
r.”
NEVER
allow untrained people to
operate.
Operating instructions must be given to everyone
before operating this attachment and at least once
a year thereafter in accordance with OSHA
regulations.
NEVER
exceed the maximum recommended
input power or speed specifications for the
attachment. Over-powering or over-speeding the
attachment may cause personal injury and/or
machine damage.
Keep all shields, guards, and covers in place.
Do not modify equipment or add attachments that
are not approved by Erskine Attachments LLC.
Use adequate safety warning lights and devices
as required by local regulations. Obey all local
laws and regulations regarding machine operation
on public property.
Operation
Hydraulic connections may be hot after use. Use
gloves if connecting or disconnecting after use.
Check and be sure all operating controls are in
neutral before starting the engine.
Depending on how this attachment is used, dust
can be created. Prolonged exposure to dust can
cause chronic and acute health problems. A
NIOSH-approved respirator may be required.
Keep people away from loader, attachment and
discharge when in use. This attachment sends
objects flying and has rotating parts.
NEVER
direct discharge toward people
– rocks and debris
can be thrown hundreds of feet.
Operation (continued)
NEVER
operate near embankments or terrain that
is so steep that rollover could occur.
Always stay in the operator position when using
the attachment.
Before leaving the operators position, disengage
hydraulic drive, lower the attachment to rest flat on
the ground, stop engine, set park brake, and wait
for all motion to stop. Even after disconnecting the
hydraulic drive, the disc will continue to spin for
several minutes. Do not leave the operator's
position until the disc is stopped. Do not allow
other people to approach the attachment while the
disc is spinning.
NEVER
place hands in the discharge area or clear
debris while the engine is running.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard
Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
Avoid the hazard by relieving the
pressure
before
disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY
PARTS, to check for suspected leaks. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles
when servicing or performing maintenance on
hydraulic systems.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or gangrene may
result.
Maintenance
NEVER
make adjustments, lubricate, clean, or
perform any service on the machine while it is in
operation.
Make sure the attachment is serviced on a daily
basis. Improper maintenance can cause serious
injury or death in addition to damage to the
attachment and/or your equipment.
