Engaging Cutter Drive
First Time If this is your initial startup with this attachment on this machine, check
the skid steer's hydraulic oil level and add oil, if necessary, before and after doing steps 1-
6 below.
After starting skid steer, lift the attachment off the ground surface:
1. With the skid steer engine RPMs just above idle, engage the auxiliary hydraulic
flow to the cutter head. Use your machine's "Boom Swing" electric switch to rotate cutter
boom to the right. Stop when the cutter has rotated 90
°
.
2. Rotate the cutter head back to the straight-ahead position.
3. Rotate the "Cutter Tilt" using the electric control switch until the cutter hits the
stop.
4. Tilt cutter head in the opposite direction until it hits its stop.
5. Return cutter head to the level position and the cutter boom to the
straightforward position. 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.
6. Lower the cutter attachment to the ground and shut off the skid steer's engine
and exit the operator's compartment.
7. Check the skid steers hydraulic oil level, and add oil if necessary.
8. Inspect the cutter hydraulic plumbing for any noticeable leaks. Correct these leaks
before continuing.
9. 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 steers throttle to set the speed; never use a foot throttle when using the cutter.
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
Be cautious when operating on un-level ground surfaces. A machine rolls over could
result in Minor or Serious Injury. Always wear your seat belt when operating this
attachment.
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
