Summary of Contents for LOFTNESS Battle Ax 20 Series
- Page 1 Battle Ax Excavator Mulching Head - 20 Series 31 • 41 • 51 Owner’s Manual and Parts Book (Originating w/Serial Number 100-103 thru 100-197) Model Number: Serial Number: Date of Purchase: 208098 Rev. B 12.14.20...
- Page 3 All Loftness products have a one (1) year limited warranty. The XLB10 Grain Bag Loader has a two (2) year limited warranty. If any Loftness product is used as rental or leased equipment the limited warranty period is for only 30 days from the delivery date to the original customers.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Battle Ax 20 Series (Example) ........ - Page 6 Battle Ax 20 Series, Complete ........
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Page 7: Ordering Code
Ordering Code Ordering Code Battle Ax 20 Series (Example) The ordering code will consist of two numbers (machine size), two letters (machine type), two numbers (series), one letter (cutter type), two numbers (motor system), one letter (belt/sheave combo), and one or two letters (options). - Page 8 Battle Ax OM...
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Page 9: Introduction
The Loftness Battle Ax is an effective, reliable machine used for maintaining grass, weeds, brush and trees. For best results, operate the machine as low to the ground as possible without the teeth striking ground or other obstructions. -
Page 10: Battle Ax Features
Introduction Battle Ax Features • Hydraulic Driven • 3-Band V-Belt • Built-in Depth Gauges - controls cutting depth • Two-stage Cutting Chamber - uses 2 shear bars, producing a finer mulch with less passes • Fixed Displacement Gear Motor - 40cc •... -
Page 11: Safety Instructions
Safety First Be certain all machine operators are aware of the dangers indicated by safety decals applied to the machine, and be certain they follow all safety decal Safety Alert Symbol instructions. Contact Loftness for safety decal replacement. This message alert... -
Page 12: Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure
Safety Instructions Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure • Always have an operator in the machine while the attachment is in operation. Never leave the machine and attachment running and unattended. • Stop the machine and attachment on a level surface and lower the attachment to the ground. •... -
Page 13: Hydraulic Safety
Safety Instructions Safety Rules (Cont’d) • Know the area before operating the machine. Be aware of power lines or other equipment. • Make sure the operator’s area is clear of any • Do not lubricate parts while the machine is running. distracting objects. -
Page 14: Safety Decal Locations
Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing safety decals on your machine. NOTE: This section shows where safety-related decals are applied on the machine. For all machine decals see “Machine Decals and Signs” on page 49. See the following page for detailed images of the safety decals called out above. - Page 15 Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations (Cont’d) Part No. 203264 Part No. N17013 Part No. N68716 WARNING SKIN PUNCTURE HAZARD. Part No. 4256 HYDRAULIC LINES. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids. N23506 Part No. N23506 Part No. 200491 WARNING Part No.
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Page 16: Battle Ax Identification
Safety Instructions Battle Ax Identification Hydraulic Motor Compartment Drive Sheave Drive Belt Cover Drive Belt Rotor Sheave Skid Cutting Teeth Manual Rotor Holder Skid Top Motor Cover Hydraulic Hose Connections Mounting Plate Hydraulic Thumb (Optional) Shipping Stand Deflector Chains Spade Hook (Optional) Shipping Stand Battle Ax OM... -
Page 17: Set-Up Instructions
Tank For a mounting bracket specific to your model of Drain Protection. -16FORB excavator, contact Loftness. NOTE: Make sure hydraulic hoses are connected to the Battle Ax before installing the mounting bracket. This includes the hydraulic hoses for the optional thumb (not shown below). -
Page 18: Shipping Stands
Set-up Instructions Shipping Stands Checking Rotor Rotation DANGER: Keep hands, feet, and clothing clear of rotor and bearings while excavator is running. Stands in shipping and off-season storage position. Raise the Battle Ax off the ground and place blocks (1) underneath the skids. -
Page 19: Checking Rotor Speed
Set-up Instructions Checking Rotor Speed Cutter Bar Adjustment DANGER: Shut down power from the excavator before removing the bearing cover and applying reflective tape to rotor shaft end. Keep the Battle Ax skids on blocks for this procedure. Remove the belt cover. See “Removing Belt Cover” on page 19 for instructions. - Page 20 Battle Ax OM...
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Page 21: Operating Instructions
RPM. Check with your When mulching large trees, work from the top down. Loftness dealer to be sure your attachment is In wet conditions, operate at a slower speed and set-up with the correct hydraulic motor to... -
Page 22: Thumb (Optional)
Operating Instructions Thumb (Optional) IMPORTANT: Disengage hydraulic power to rotor before lifting logs and brush with thumb. Tilt front end of the mulching head up and use the thumb to lift and move logs and rocks. Detaching Battle Ax Park excavator on a dry level surface. Turn power off to the Battle Ax and install shipping stands. -
Page 23: Maintenance
Maintenance General Maintenance Lubrication To ensure efficient operation, you should inspect, Grease Points Location lubricate, and make necessary adjustments and repairs at regular intervals. Parts that are starting to show Use a #2 general purpose lithium based grease unless wear should be ordered ahead of time, before a costly noted otherwise. -
Page 24: Overhung Load Adapter
Maintenance Lubrication (Cont’d) Overhung Load Adapter The motor covers must be removed to access the Grease Points Location (Cont’d) overhung load adapter. Refer to “Removing Motor Access Covers” on page 19 for instructions. Location: Hook end rotor bearing (2). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: Remove the plug from the port (1) located on the top of the overhung load adapter, and the plug from the lower... -
Page 25: Removing Belt Cover
Maintenance Removing Belt Cover DANGER: Shut down and lock out power from the excavator before removing the belt cover. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. To remove the top motor access cover (1), unscrew the six bolts (2) and lift the cover off of the frame. -
Page 26: Removing Hook
Maintenance Removing Hook DANGER: Shut down and lock out power from the excavator before removing the hook. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. 1/4 in. 1/4 in. Loosen the four overhung load adapter support bolts (1) on the motor mount bracket. -
Page 27: Sheave Removal
Maintenance Sheave Removal Insert bushing into hub. Match the hole pattern, not threaded holes (each complete hole will be threaded on one side only). The steps to remove either the upper or lower sheave are identical. For this procedure the upper sheave is Apply a thread-locking compound to screws and discussed. -
Page 28: Skid Removal/Replacement
Maintenance Skid Removal/Replacement Tooth Removal and Installation WARNING: Shut down and lock out power DANGER: Shut down and lock out power from the excavator before removing skids. from the excavator before removing teeth. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 29: Storage
Maintenance Tooth Sharpening (Cont’d) sharpening. Sharpen each tooth at a slight angle for each successive sharpening (represented by the dashed lines shown in the illustration above). When the cutting edge of the tooth is 1-1/8 in. from the back side of the tooth, the tooth must be replaced. -
Page 30: Motor & Sheave Selection Chart
Maintenance Motor & Sheave Selection Chart LOFTNESS TOP SHEAVE (LOFTNESS NUMBER) MOTOR ROTOR DISPLACEMENT PART BOTTOM SHEAVE ( LOFTNESS NUMBER) NUMBER BELT LENGTH (LOFTNESS NUMBER) 1514 2100 Top Sheave 8.6" N16134 1.5" Taperlock 8126 1609 2232 Bottom Sheave 6.2" N34043 1.75"... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
Maintenance Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Excessive vibration. Broken or missing teeth. Replace teeth. Mud and/or debris wrapped around Clean the Battle Ax. the rotor. Faulty rotor bearing. Replace bearing(s). Damage to rotor (includes bent end Consult factory. of shafts, missing balance weights, or actual rotor deformity from striking rocks, etc.) Uneven cutting. - Page 32 Battle Ax OM...
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Page 33: Parts Identification
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Page 34: Battle Ax 20 Series, Complete
Parts Identification Battle Ax 20 Series, Complete Code “A” Code “B” Code “C” Code “D” Code “E” Detailed parts breakdowns of the assemblies (items) are listed on the following pages: Item 1 - Belt/Sheave Assembly, Code “A” (207947) - See page 39. - Page 35 Parts Identification Battle Ax 20 Series, Complete QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 207947 BELT ASSY, 3/B 8.6 TOP 6.2 BOTTOM ( CODE “A”) 207943 BELT ASSY, 3/B 8.0 TOP 6.8 BOTTOM ( CODE “B”) 207944 BELT ASSY, 3/B 7.4 TOP 7.4 BOTTOM ( CODE “C”) 207945 BELT ASSY, 3/B 6.8 TOP 8.0 BOTTOM ( CODE “D”)
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Page 36: Covers, Skid Shoes, Hitch Mount, And Manual Holder
Parts Identification Covers, Skid Shoes, Hitch Mount, and Manual Holder * This mounting hardware is shown with the Motor Assembly on page 44. Battle Ax OM... - Page 37 DESCRIPTION 4340 BOLT, 1/4" X 3/4" GRADE 5 4050 NUT, 1/4" LOCK N19600 HOLDER, 01-315A STND.MANUAL 208098 BATTLE AX 20 SERIES MANUAL (not shown) 207915 PLATE, MANUAL MOUNT N26748 BOLT, 1/2" X 1" SER FLG 207890 COVER, ACCESS REAR 208168...
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Page 38: Cutter Bar, Deflector Chains, And Shipping Stands
Parts Identification Cutter Bar, Deflector Chains, and Shipping Stands Battle Ax OM... - Page 39 Parts Identification Cutter Bar, Deflector Chains, and Shipping Stands QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4014 BOLT, 1/2" X 1-3/4" GRADE 5 207849 STAND, SHIPPING W/ DECAL 4068 WASHER, 1/2" SAE FLAT 4054 NUT, LOCK 1/2" TOP 4375 PIN, ROLL 3/16" X 1" CHAIN, 5/16 DEFLECTOR 8 LINK (31") N15589 (41")
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Page 40: Rotor Assembly With 4 Point Beaver Teeth; 31" (207694), 41" (208003), 51" (207971)
Parts Identification Rotor Assembly with 4 Point Beaver Teeth; 31" (207694), 41" (208003), 51" (207971) * For parts breakdown of item 8, 31" Rotor (207695), 41" Rotor (208004) 51" Rotor (203123), see page 36. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 201358 BOLT, 7/16" X 2" GR 8 FN TH N16471 WASHER, 7/16 NORDLOCK 201356... -
Page 41: Rotor Assembly With Reversible Planer Teeth; 31" (208088), 41" (208090), 51" (208092)
Parts Identification Rotor Assembly with Reversible Planer Teeth; 31" (208088), 41" (208090), 51" (208092) * For parts breakdown of item 8, 31" Rotor (208089), 41" Rotor (208091) 51" Rotor (203529), see page 37. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 201358 BOLT, 7/16" X 2" GR 8 FN TH N16471 WASHER, 7/16 NORDLOCK 201356... -
Page 42: Rotor With 4 Point Beaver Teeth; 31" (207695), 41" (208004), 51" (203123)
Parts Identification Rotor with 4 Point Beaver Teeth; 31" (207695), 41" (208004), 51" (203123), QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 207696 ROTOR, 31" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" 208005 ROTOR, 41" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" 203122 ROTOR, 51" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" TOOTH, 4 POINT BEAVER (31") N156042 (41") -
Page 43: Rotor With Reversible Planer Teeth; 31" (208089), 41" (208091), 51" (203529)
Parts Identification Rotor with Reversible Planer Teeth; 31" (208089), 41" (208091), 51" (203529), QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 207696 ROTOR, 31" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" 208005 ROTOR, 41" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" 203122 ROTOR, 51" BA SPIRAL W/O CUTTER 8" TOOTH, REVERSIBLE PLANER (31") 202970 (41") -
Page 44: Lubrication
Parts Identification Lubrication QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N17007 GREASEZERK, 1/8" NPT 4304-10 BULKHEAD, FITTING-GREASE HOSE 4304 HOSE, GREASE 1/8 X 15 4472 ELBOW, 1/8" 90 DEG.STREET Battle Ax OM... -
Page 45: Belt And Sheave, 3/B "A" (8.6" Top, 6.2" Bottom) (207947)
Parts Identification Belt and Sheave, 3/B “A” (8.6" Top, 6.2" Bottom) (207947) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 8403 BELT, 3/B 51 7121-02 KEY, 3/8" X 1-3/4" 8126 BUSHING, 1-1/2" TAPERLOCK N16134 SHEAVE, 3B X 8.6" TAPERLOCK 8127 BUSHING, 1-3/4 TAPERLOCK N34043 SHEAVE, 3B X 6.2 TAPERLOCK Battle Ax OM... -
Page 46: Belt And Sheave, 3/B "B" (8.0" Top, 6.8" Bottom) (207943)
Parts Identification Belt and Sheave, 3/B “B” (8.0" Top, 6.8" Bottom) (207943) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 8403 BELT, 3/B 51 7121-02 KEY, 3/8" X 1-3/4" 8126 BUSHING, 1-1/2" TAPERLOCK N17045 SHEAVE, 3B X 8.0 TAPERLOCK 8127 BUSHING, 1-3/4 TAPERLOCK N11421 SHEAVE, 3B X 6.8 TAPERLOCK Battle Ax OM... -
Page 47: Belt And Sheave, 3/B "C" (7.4" Top, 7.4" Bottom) (207944)
Parts Identification Belt and Sheave, 3/B “C” (7.4" Top, 7.4" Bottom) (207944) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 8403 BELT, 3/B 51 7121-02 KEY, 3/8" X 1-3/4" 8126 BUSHING, 1-1/2" TAPERLOCK N34689 SHEAVE, 3B X 7.4 TAPERLOCK 8127 BUSHING, 1-3/4 TAPERLOCK Battle Ax OM... -
Page 48: Belt And Sheave, 3/B "D" (6.8" Top, 8.0" Bottom) (207945)
Parts Identification Belt and Sheave, 3/B “D” (6.8" Top, 8.0" Bottom) (207945) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 8403 BELT, 3/B 51 7121-02 KEY, 3/8" X 1-3/4" 8126 BUSHING, 1-1/2" TAPERLOCK N11421 SHEAVE, 3B X 6.8 TAPERLOCK 8127 BUSHING, 1-3/4 TAPERLOCK N17045 SHEAVE, 3B X 8.0 TAPERLOCK Battle Ax OM... -
Page 49: Belt And Sheave, 3/B "E" (6.2" Top, 8.6" Bottom) (207946)
Parts Identification Belt and Sheave, 3/B “E” (6.2" Top, 8.6" Bottom) (207946) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 8403 BELT, 3/B 51 7121-02 KEY, 3/8" X 1-3/4" 8126 BUSHING, 1-1/2" TAPERLOCK N34043 SHEAVE, 3B X 6.2 TAPERLOCK 8127 BUSHING, 1-3/4 TAPERLOCK N16134 SHEAVE, 3B X 8.6"... -
Page 50: Motor Assembly, #52 Ronzio 40Cc (207692)
Parts Identification Motor Assembly, #52 Ronzio 40cc (207692) 21,22 * For parts breakdown of item 1, Overhung Load Adapter (N16416), see page 46. Battle Ax OM... - Page 51 Parts Identification Motor Assembly, #52 Ronzio 40cc (207692) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N16416 ADAPTER, OVERHUNG LOAD MOTOR #2 207746 HOSE, 1/4 X 16 -4FJIC -6FJIC N28837 ELBOW, 45 DEG - 6MJIC -6FJIC 208073 HOSE, 3/4 X 19 -12FJIC -16FJIC N13876 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 16MOR - 12MJIC N29078 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 6MJIC - 6FJIC...
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Page 52: Overhung Load Adapter (N16416)
Parts Identification Overhung Load Adapter (N16416) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N14151 SEAL, FRONT (1.50" I.D. X 2.13" O.D. X .312" THK) N14152 CUP, BEARING N14153 CONE, BEARING N14156 RING, RETAINING N14157 SEAL, REAR (55MM X 90MM X 10MM) N14158 GASKET Battle Ax OM... -
Page 53: Thumb Assembly (207729) - (Optional)
Parts Identification Thumb Assembly (207729) - (Optional) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N26743 BOLT, 3/8" X 1" SER FLG 207757 PIN, THUMB 4052 NUT, LOCK 3/8" 4105 GREASE-ZERK, 1/4" SCREW-IN 207740 CYLINDER, 1"X 4" HYD 10" COMP 207887 PIN, THUMB N11590 CAP, 6FJIC N29847 RESTRICTOR, 6MJIC - 6MOR -.062... -
Page 54: Hook - (Optional)
Parts Identification Hook - (Optional) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4542 BOLT, 3/4" X 1-1/2" N28567 WASHER, 3/4 NORDLOCK SP 207731 HOOK, BATTLEAX 20 SERIES Battle Ax OM... -
Page 55: Machine Decals And Signs
Parts Identification Machine Decals and Signs Part No. N28386 NOTE: All safety related decals are also shown in the Safety Instructions Section along with their location on the machine. See “Safety Decal Locations” on page 8. Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing decals on your machine. - Page 56 Parts Identification Machine Decals and Signs (Cont’d) Part No. 203264 Part No. N13721 Part No. N49281 - (Small) Part No. 207851 CASE DRAIN PROTECTION DO NOT CAP 207851 Part No. N28577 - (Small) Part No. N28010 Part No. N33105 Part No. N13517 Part No.
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Page 57: Appendix
Appendix Specifications BATTLE AX 20 SERIES DESCRIPTION 31" 41" 51" Cutting Width 31.0 in. (78.7 cm) 41.0 in. (104.1 cm) 51.0 in. (129.5 cm) Operating Capacity 6 in. (15.2 cm) Continuous 8 in. (20.3 cm) Intermittent Motor Fixed Displacement Gear Motor - 40cc (2.44 ci) Rotor Bearings 1.75 in. -
Page 58: Dimensions
Appendix Dimensions BATTLE AX 20 SERIES DESCRIPTION 31" 41" 51" Cutting Path (A) 31.0 in. (78.7 cm) 41.0 in. (104.1 cm) 51.0 in. (129.5 cm) Overall Length (B) 46.25 in. (117.4 cm) 56.25 in. (142.8 cm) 66.25 in. (168.2 cm) Overall Width (C) 21.95 in. -
Page 59: Torque Specifications
Appendix Torque Specifications Inches Hardware and Lock Nuts Battle Ax OM... -
Page 60: Metric Hardware And Lock Nuts
Appendix Torque Specifications (Cont’d) Metric Hardware and Lock Nuts Battle Ax OM... - Page 62 Loftness Specialized Equipment, Inc. 650 So. Main Street • PO Box 337 • Hector, MN 55342 Tel: 320.848.6266 • Fax: 320.848.6269 • Toll Free: 1.800.828.7624 Printed in USA © Loftness 2020...
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