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- Page 1 FHX Series Version 2.0 Release Date: Dec 2017 (From serial number BH17FHX66D-194 and after) Power unit must be equipped with 1/2” LEXAN® glass (or equal) and falling object protection. PO Box 220 | 2507 Tully Road | Hughson, CA 95326 USA | 800 426-5615...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
FHX Series Table of Contents Introduction Adjustments & Maintenance Thank You ………………………………………………………………1 Lubrication ……………………………………………………………13 Warranty Registration / Delivery Report ………………..2 Wearable Component Maintenance ……………….13-14 Limited 12 Month Warranty ……………………………………4 Knife Replacement ……………………………………………….15 Bumper Adjustment …………………………………………….16 Safety Cleaning Your Attachment …………………………………...17 Operational Safety ………………………………………………….5... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction Thank You Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a BrushHound attachment. This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the operation, adjustment and maintenance of your new brush shredder. It was carefully designed and manufactured under the highest industrial standards to give you years of dependable service. Read this manual carefully and fully understand the operation of the machine before attempting to operate it. -
Page 5: Warranty Registration / Delivery Report
FHX Series Warranty Registration / Delivery Report Prior to acceptance of the equipment, thoroughly check and mark off the items outlined in the delivery checklist below with your sales representative. Make sure you fully understand the operation, adjustment and safety rules as outlined in the operator’s manual. - Page 6 Introduction 3 www.brushhound.com...
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Page 7: Limited 12 Month Warranty
FHX Series Limited 12 Month Warranty For a period of 12 months from date of delivery of product to Our obligation under the warranty is expressly limited, at our the original user/owner, Valley Tool & Mfg. warrants each option, to the replacement or repair at Valley Tool & Mfg., of... -
Page 8: Safety
Safety Operational Safety • Avoid operation that would allow hydraulic lines to Failure to heed any of these warnings may result in personal injury or death. be pinched or severed. In the event of a hydraulic • Before operating this machinery read the owner’s leak, hydraulic fluid may have sufficient force to manual thoroughly. -
Page 9: Maintenance Safety
FHX Series Maintenance Safety • Before performing maintenance this extremely sharp. Also be alert to worn or machine read the owner’s manual thoroughly. damaged surfaces that could have sharp edges. • • Maintenance should only be performed by Disengage hydraulics, shut off engine and allow properly trained individuals . -
Page 10: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Storage ATTENTION Review all safety information outlined in a) Storage safety section of manual before proceeding When storing the attachment in between jobs: with any operation of attachment. 1) Clean the attachment thoroughly (see “Cleaning Your Attachment” section for specific cleaning Transport instructions). -
Page 11: Attaching To Power Unit
FHX Series Hoses Plates Flush Pins Fully Extended FHX Mounting Attaching to Power Unit 2) Lower the mount on the Power Unit and tilt forward so it can scoop up under the top lip of Note: When you ordered your BrushHound product, the Attachment’s mounting plate. -
Page 12: Starting Procedure
Basic Operation Starting Procedure Shut Down Procedure The Operator should be properly trained on the use 1) When work is completed, disengage auxiliary of your BrushHound Attachment and wearing the hydraulics and position it for storage or transport appropriate safety gear. Do not start the Power Unit (See the “Storage and Transport”... - Page 13 FHX Series Off Ground & Level FHX Starting Position...
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Page 14: Running Your Attachment
Basic Operation Running Your Attachment brush cutting or to climb on the machine. 5) Loading or “lugging down” the cutter excessively 1) Level sides of the Attachment with the ground, will significantly reduce its cutting capacity and making sure skid shoes are just above ground result in increased hydraulic oil temperature. - Page 15 FHX Series Shredding Brush Clipping Tree Tops...
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Page 16: Adjustments & Maintenance
Lubrication attachment. The belt itself has a lifetime of over 1000 hours, but should be inspected The FHX Series has 3 lubrication points, regularly for excessive wear. If the belt identifiable by the presence of a grease fitting. - Page 17 FHX Series is capable of performing its guarding function. Any Cutter Drum Door. worn guards or guards with rust penetrating deep e) Safety Decals enough to compromise their strength should be replaced. To prolong the guards life, regularly clean Safety decals are not cosmetic, they are in place to...
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Page 18: Knife Replacement
Rotation 90°, and third rotation at 180°. Retighten to 2000 ft-lbs with a grade 8 bolt. You will notice Since the FHX Series is designed for Forestry that the limiter on the knife holder does not allow Mulching, it is critical that the knives are present... -
Page 19: Bumper Adjustment
FHX Series Bumper Adjustment To adjust bumper there will need to be more than one person. At least one person to hold the weight of bumper while one person handles the adjustment of the adjustment pins. (DO NOT ADJUST WITHOUT RETAINING BOLTS IN PLACE) The process is as follows: 1) Have at least one person hold weight of bumper. -
Page 20: Cleaning Your Attachment
Adjustments & Maintenance Cleaning Your Attachment 3) Clean the inside and top of the Attachment with a pressure washer, removing any accumulated mud, Cleaning your Attachment regularly will help prolong grass or other debris. Keep in mind that mud the life of both the paint and the safety decals as well build up on the cutter drum can cause imbalance. -
Page 21: Hydraulic Maintenance
FHX Series Hydraulic Maintenance 2) Motor Protection Valve (MPV) - The MPV protects the motor from pressure surges that would Before performing maintenance damage the motor’s internal seals by means of a hydraulics of the Attachment, ensure that circuit is pressure relief valve. -
Page 22: Parts Catalog
Parts Catalog FHX Series Forestry Mulcher Attachment www.BrushHound.com... -
Page 23: Bumper Assembly
FHX Series Bumper Assembly Description Bumper 04182 Bumper Font Arm LH 04195 Bumper Font Arm RH 04192 Bumper Adjustment Upper Arm 04180 Bumper Adjustment Lower Arm 04178 1” X 3” Pin 1” X 5” Pin... -
Page 24: General Parts
Parts Catalog General Parts Description Drive Vent 2620-RH-3 Motor Access Door 2621-RH-3 Cutter Door 04213 Pulley Housing Cover RH Drive 04198 Drive Reinforced Slot Cover 2547-RH-4 Upper Recutter 2626-RH-3 Lower Recutter 2627-RH-3 Body Weldment 04203 Idle Reinforced Slot Cover 2546-RH-4 www.BrushHound.com... - Page 25 FHX Series Description Top Link 03470 Gauge Holder 04199 Access - Idle 2617-RH-3 Skid Shoe - LH Idle 04201 Motor under Cover 04173 Bottom Cover 2624-RH-3 Skid Shoe - RH Drive...
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Page 26: Cutter Drum Assembly
Parts Catalog Cutter Drum Assembly Description Cutter Drum Weldment 04174 Labyrinth 2625-RH-3 Cutter Drum Bearing CD-3050 Quadco Knife QT3000 Quadco Knife Upgrade QT4000/QT5000 www.BrushHound.com... - Page 27 FHX Series...
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Page 28: Additional
Additional Torque Specifications 25 www.brushhound.com... -
Page 29: Frequently Asked Questions
FHX Series Frequently Asked Questions Q.Where is the serial number for my machine? A.The serial number for your attachment is stamped next to the mounting rail on the discharge side of the attachment. Q.Where do I find replacement parts? A.First check your local equipment dealer and if they do not have the parts, ask them to order from the BrushHound factory. -
Page 30: Notes
Additional Notes www.BrushHound.com... - Page 32 FHX Series Power unit must be equipped with 1/2” LEXAN® glass (or equal) and falling object protection. PO Box 220 | 2507 Tully Road | Hughson, CA 95326 USA | 800 426-5615 www.Valleytoolmfg.com...