Attachment Inspection; Daily Inspection; Weekly Inspection; Monthly Inspection - Blue Diamond SEVERE DUTY BRUSH CUTTER Operation And Maintenance Manual

Operation

Attachment Inspection

Daily Inspection

NOTE: Inspect the attachment by performing a
walk around daily before and after use.
Use the following inspection checklist as a
guideline.
Check the following items every 10 hours of
operation:
• Verify that the brush cutter is properly
connected to the machine.
• Check that all shields and guards are in place.
• Check hydraulic lines, connections and fittings
for hydraulic oil leaks. Repair or replace
damaged parts if necessary.
• Check the brush cutter mounting hardware for
wear or damage. Inspect the pins and mount
(on the attachment) for wear or damage.
Repair or replace damaged parts if necessary.

Weekly Inspection

Check the following items every 40 hours of
operation:
Check blade bolts for correct torque 1,440 ft/
•
lb.(1952.4 N•m).
• Check all bolts for tightness.
3/8" bolts to 50 ft/lb (67.5 N•m) torque.
1/2" bolts to 100 ft/lb (135 N•m) torque.
• Inspect the deck for cracks, bends, or damage.
• Inspect discharge chains and replace any
missing or broken chains.
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Monthly Inspection

• Inspect the blades for cracks, bends, or
excessive wear.
• Check skid plates for wear.
• Check that all bolts are tight.
• Check blades and mounting plate for cracks or
damage. Replace if necessary.
• Check blade mounting hardware for correct
torque 1440 ft/lb. (1952.4 N•m). Check
mounting plate hardware.
• Check chains, deck, shields and guards.
Repair if damaged or replace if necessary.
• Check for damaged or missing decals.
Replace if necessary.
• Check for damaged or leaking hydraulic hoses
or fittings. Replace if necessary.
• Clean all debris, leaves, grass and flammable
material from deck area and under covers.
•
Lubricate as required.
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Before servicing the attachment:
• Always park on a flat level surface.
• Lower lift arms and place attachment flat
on the ground.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL.
• Engage the park brake.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
SEE MACHINE'S OPERATOR'S MANUAL
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Severe Duty Brush Cutter Operator's Manual