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OPERATING & PARTS MANUAL MODEL 60FM / 72FM Model No: __________________________ Serial No: __________________________ Serial No: DEALER: DEALER: Name: _____________________________ Name: Address: ___________________________ Address: City/State: __________________________ City/State: Phone No: __________________________ Phone No: Delivery Date: _______________________ Delivery Date: Copyright 6/18 ATTENTION:...
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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING ADVERTENCIA Breathing diesel engine Respirar gases de escape de exhaust exposes you to motores diesel expone chemicals known to the quÍmicos conocidos por el estado State of California to cause de California como causales de cancer and birth defects or cáncer y defectos congénitos u other reproductive harm.
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11. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that warranty will not apply if the machine is operated with replacement parts or equipment not manufactured or recommended by Bandit Industries, Inc. 12. _____ The customer has received, been advised, and understands the manuals, and the Safety/Service video supplied with the machine.
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Copyright 4/17 FORM #Q-112 DATE PURCHASE: ______________________ TO BE RETURNED AFTER THIRTY (30) DAYS OF OPERATION MODEL: ________________________________ SERIAL NUMBER: _______________________ Please return to: Customer Data Department 6750 Millbrook Road DEALER NAME: ________________________ Remus, MI 49340 _______________________________________ Phone: (800) 952-0178 in USA Phone: (989) 561-2270 Fax: (989) 561-2273...
NOTICE The producer of this Bandit product reserves the right to make any modifications or revisions to the design or specifications of its machine without advance notice. The producer also reserves the right to change machine and part prices as needed without advance notice.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS TYPICAL SERIAL NUMBER AND/OR WORK ORDER NUMBER LOCATIONS 1. Serial Number - in tool box compartment 2. Work Order Number - on back left hand corner Bandit Copyright 6/18...
MODELS 60FM / 72FM SAFETY PROCEDURES SAFETY PROCEDURES DANGER The words Danger, Warning, Caution, and DANGER Notice are used on the safety decals and throughout NEVER sit, stand, lay, climb or ride anywhere this manual, to make you aware of the safety on this machine while it is running, operating, or in procedures.
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Visually inspect the machine daily before starting the machine. Refer to the “Daily Start Up & Maintenance”. Make no modifications to your equipment unless specifically recommended or requested by Bandit Industries Inc. Bandit Copyright 6/18...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM SAFETY PROCEDURES SAFETY PROCEDURES DANGER Stay back 300 feet (90 m) in all directions from the machine while in operation. Always stop and warn anyone from entering the 300 foot (90 m) radius debris field around the machine. Failure to do this could result in severe injury or death.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM SAFETY PROCEDURES SAFETY PROCEDURES DANGER DANGER Do Not operate the cutter head unless the skid DO NOT entangle feet or hands in undercarriage steer has a forestry approved door and window that travel system. are in good condition. Repair or replace if damaged.
MODELS 60FM / 72FM EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Approximate Dimensions & Weights (Dimensions & weights will vary depending on equipment options.) Model 60FM Model 72FM Height: 62” (1.6 m) Height: 62” (1.6 m) Length: Length: 38” (1.0 m) 38” (1.0 m) Width: 76”...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM DECALS DECAL LOCATIONS Decal locations may vary, these are general locations. 3,9,12,13 8,11 7,10,14 Bandit Copyright 6/18...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM DECALS DECAL LOCATIONS Modifications and/or additions of decals to this list will happen. Consult chipper dealer or manufacturer for most current decal package. LOCATION NUMBER DESCRIPTION SPD-02 Moving Parts... SPD-20 Flying Objects Stand Clear... SPD-30 Do Not Sit, Stand, Lay, Climb...
DECALS DECALS Decals located on your Bandit equipment contain useful information to assist you in operating your equipment safely. Some of the decals on your machine and their location are shown in this section. It is very important that all decals remain in place and in good condition on your machine. Please follow the care and instructions given below: 1.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MACHINE OPERATION MACHINE ORIENTATION REFERENCE R I G Bandit Copyright 6/18...
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The forestry mulcher does not come with quick coupler attachments, and the operator should install quick coupler fittings appropriate for the skid steer. The quick coupler fittings can be purchased from Bandit Industries, Inc. if the required sizes are available. Refer to the skid steer manufacturer’s manual for the proper procedures for attaching and detaching hydraulic hoses.
MODELS 60FM / 72FM MACHINE OPERATION MACHINE OPERATION DANGER DO NOT OPERATE AROUND WATER, GAS, POWER OR PHONE LINES. IF IN DOUBT, CHECK BEFORE MULCHING. DANGER WEAR ALL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT PER ANSI, OSHA AND MANUALS. DANGER KEEP CLEAR OF CUTTING HEAD, MOVING MACHINE PARTS AND DEBRIS FIELD.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE MACHINE ORIENTATION REFERENCE R I G Bandit Copyright 6/18...
MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE The Bandit is a very simple machine to maintain. If you will follow a regular scheduled preventative maintenance program, you should have years of trouble free operation. DANGER Before attempting any type of maintenance, allow cutter head to come to a complete stop, turn off engine, remove the ignition key from the skid steer, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, disconnect the b attery to the skid steer.
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PAINT CARE To help keep up the appearance of your Bandit equipment and reduce the possibility of surface rust follow these steps: 1. The machine should be washed on a regular basis with a non-abrasive mild detergent and then rinsed thoroughly.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE DAILY START UP & MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST Each day before starting your machine these checks must be made: OK REPAIRED 1. Check the safety decals, replace if damaged. 2. Check, maintain, and service all safety equipment for proper operation.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE BELT TENSION GENERAL RULES FOR TENSIONING 1. Check tensioning during the first 2 through 48 hours of run-in operation especially. 2. Over tensioning or under tensioning shortens belt and bearing life. 3. Keep belts free from foreign materials that may cause the belt to slip.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE BELT TENSION CHECKING PROCEDURES DANGER Before attempting any type of maintenance, allow cutter head to come to a complete stop, turn off engine, remove the ignition key from the skid steer, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, disconnect the battery to the skid steer.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE CUTTER HEAD BELT & SPROCKETS Poly Chain Sprocket Alignment and Installation Sprocket alignment is very important. Proper alignment allows the load to be transformed equally across the belt width, which reduces wear and improves belt life.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHART CHECK # DESCRIPTION WEEK MONTH PROCEDURE 1 Mulcher Head Bearings 1 shot for every hour of use 2 Cylinder Lug Pin Bushings If equipped 1 - 2 shots - wipe off excess 3 Mulcher Overhung Load Adapter...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM MAINTENANCE CUTTER HEAD DANGER Before attempting any type of maintenance, allow cutter head to come to a complete stop, turn off engine, remove the ignition key from the skid steer, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, disconnect the battery to the skid steer.
MODELS 60FM / 72FM HYDRAULICS HYDRAULICS NOTICE For hydraulic trouble shooting refer to the skid steer manufacturer’s manual. NOTICE The attachment has three hydraulic hoses on the valve block: one for power, one for return back to tank, and one for a case drain.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM HYDRAULICS HYDRAULIC MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS DANGER Before attempting any type of maintenance, allow cutter head to come to a complete stop, turn off engine, remove the ignition key from the skid steer, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, disconnect the battery to the skid steer.
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM HYDRAULICS HYDRAULIC MOTOR ADJUSTMENTS FIGURE 2 KAWASAKI HYDRAULIC MOTOR TOP VIEW HYDRAULIC MOTOR SERIAL NUMBER TAG CASE DRAIN DO NOT ADJUST THIS SCREW CUTTER HEAD SPEED ADJUSTMENT SCREW (CUTTER HEAD SPEED: 2270 RPM) BACK VIEW FIGURE 3...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM HYDRAULICS FORESTRY MOWER MOTOR TEST PORT Contact the nearest dealer or Bandit Industries, Inc. for procedures to adjust the hydraulic pressures. Bandit Copyright 6/18...
Some of the components shown in this section are for optional equipment and may not apply to every machine. NOTICE Bandit Industries Inc. reserves the right to make changes in models, size, design, installations and applications on any part without notification. MACHINE ORIENTATION REFERENCE...
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MODELS 60FM / 72FM FORESTRY MULCHER COMPONENTS NOTICE Parts may not be exactly as shown. Bandit Copyright 6/18...
401-3002-64 Non Drive Beltshield 22. a. 963-2001-13 Mulcher Foot - Right Side (60FM Start S/N 1036) - (72FM Start 9/15 approx.) 401-2000-06 Mulcher Foot - Right Side (60FM Pre S/N 1036) - (72FM Pre 9/15 approx.) 963-3003-15 Beltshield Filler - Right Side...
MODELS 60FM / 72FM HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS Cutter Head Motor (Kawasaki): 900-3964-47 Cutter Head Motor (Parker): 900-3983-60 Cutter Head Manifold: 900-3966-56 NOTICE Parts may not be exactly as shown. Bandit Copyright 6/18...