Page 1: Table Of Contents
XE " " The Barreto Stump Grinder is designed to remove in-ground tree stumps and exposed roots. It should not be used to cut any material other than wood stumps and the surface soil around the stumps or exposed roots. This machine is not a cultivator or a rotary hoe.
Page 2 CONTRACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES{ XE "UNDERGROUND UTILITIES" } GRINDING{ XE "GRINDING" } TIPS GROUND TRANSPORT{ XE "GROUND TRANSPORT" } OF THE GRINDER ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE GRINDER 16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 8/16/17 Page 2 of 23...
Page 3: Lubrication{ Xe "Lubrication" } Requirements
LUBRICATION{ XE "LUBRICATION" } REQUIREMENTS Grease at the intervals indicated per the illustration of grease{ XE "GREASE" } lubrication points. There is also a grease{ XE "GREASE" } diagram decal on the machine. 16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 8/16/17 Page 3 of 23...
Page 4: Safety Messages
SAFETY MESSAGES{ XE "SAFETY MESSAGES" } General safety messages are listed in this Safety Messages section. Specific safety messages appear as appropriate in this manual where a potential hazard may occur if procedures or instructions are not followed correctly and completely. SAFETY SYMBOL This is the international safety alert symbol.
Page 5: Safety Instructions{ Xe "Safety Instructions" } Overview
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" } OVERVIEW READ SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS" } BEFORE OPERATING! USE COMMON SENSE AND PLENTY OF IT! Call before you cut. If you do not call, you may cause an accident; suffer injuries or death; cause interruption of services;...
Page 6 Adequate lighting is required, daylight or artificial, for safe operation of the stump grinder. Allow adequate side and overhead clearances between machine and buildings, fences, and trees. 16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 8/16/17 Page 6 of 23...
Page 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" OVERVIEW (continued) WARNING: Contact with the cutter wheel while in operation will cause serious injury or even death. The teeth of the cutter wheel are sharp. Avoid contact even when the wheel is not moving. Avoid inclines if possible.
Page 8 WARNING: Never operate machine during storms or where lightning is present or nearby. 16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 8/16/17 Page 8 of 23...
Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS{ } OVERVIEW XE "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" (continued) WARNING: Keep safety guards and shields in place while the engine{ XE "ENGINE" } is running and keep all operator protection{ XE "PROTECTION" } systems in place and in operational condition. WARNING: Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can reach an open flame or spark.
Page 10: Stump Grinder Operating Instructions{ Xe "Operating Instructions
STUMP GRINDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS" } READ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" } BEFORE OPERATING! Both the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS{ XE "OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS" } are in this manual. Be sure that the engine{ XE "ENGINE" } oil and fuel, and the machine hydraulic fluid{ XE "HYDRAULIC FLUID"...
Page 11 CONTROLS{ XE "CONTROLS" } (continued) 4. WHEEL FRAME LOCK: when the Stump Grinder is in position and the wheels are locked, unlock the wheel frame lock by pulling up on the lock pin and rotating it to place the roll pin in the catch. 16SG OPERATOR’S MANUAL REVISED 8/16/17 Page 11 of 23...
Page 12 5. ENGINE START{ XE "PARKING BRAKE" }: Both Vanguard and Honda options are equipped with manual pull starts. The engine bail switch must be held down to allow the engine to start and run. If the bail is released, the engine will shut down. After the engine is running and warmed up, increase the engine speed fully to engage the centrifugal clutch and grinder wheel.
Page 13: Engine Start Up Procedure{ Xe "Start Up Procedure
CHOKE{ XE "CHOKE" }: Use while starting the engine, only needed if engine has not reached operating temperature. (Refer to the ENGINE START UP PROCEDURE) THROTTLE:{ XE "THROTTLE" } Controls engine{ XE "ENGINE" } speed. Operate at full throttle when cutting{ XE "THROTTLE"...
Page 14: Operator Preparation
OPERATOR PREPARATION Each operator must: • Become familiar with the controls and operation of the stump grinder, preferably under the supervision of an experienced operator. • Be at least 18 yrs. of age and be mentally and physically capable of operating the stump grinder safely. •...
Page 15: Vibration{ Xe "Vibration" } Emission Data
The Barreto Stump Grinder, Model E16SG when operated in accordance with its instructions, and tested in accordance with EN 1033:1995, results in the following vibration emission declared in accordance with EN 12096:1996.
Page 16: Determine Location Of Underground Utilities{ Xe "Underground Utilities
DETERMINE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES{ XE "UNDERGROUND UTILITIES" } OSHA CFR 29 1926.651 requires that the estimated location of underground utilities be determined before beginning excavation or an underground drilling operation. When the actual excavation or bore approaches an estimated utility location, the exact location of the underground installation must be determined by a safe, acceptable and dependable method.
Page 17: Work Site Assessment{ Xe "Work Site Assessment
WORK SITE ASSESSMENT{ XE "WORK SITE ASSESSMENT" } Examine the work area for any conditions or obstructions that may inhibit cutting or create a safety hazard for the operator or others. Use the information in this manual combined with good judgment to identify any hazards to avoid.
Page 18 CONTACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES{ XE "CONTACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES" } After LOCATING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES{ XE "UNDERGROUND UTILITIES" } and performing the WORK SITE ASSESSMENT{ XE "WORK SITE ASSESSMENT" }, accidental contact with a buried utility might still occur. If it does, stop and call emergency services for help. If you cut a wire or cable, assume that you do not know what kind it is.
Page 19 GRINDING{ XE "GRINDING" } TIPS Clear the work area of debris, branches and rocks. Operate the cutter with engine{ XE "ENGINE" } at full throttle{ XE "THROTTLE" }. Listen to engine{ XE "ENGINE" } speed and watch cutter wheel speed. Adjust swing speed and cut depth to maintain high engine{ XE "ENGINE"...
Page 20 GROUND TRANSPORT{ XE "GROUND TRANSPORT" } OF THE STUMP GRINDER WARNING: Contact with the cutter wheel while in operation will cause serious injury or even death. The teeth of the cutter are sharp. Avoid contact even when the cutter is not moving. Never make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Page 21 ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE STUMP GRINDER{ XE "ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE STUMP GRINDER" } The BEST way to transport{ XE "TRANSPORT" } the stump grinder over roads is with the BARRETO E3X4 OR E4X6 TILT BED TRAILER. Refer to the following checklist before towing: •...
Page 22 TRANSPORT OF THE STUMP GRINDER" } UNLOADING PROCEDURE{ XE "UNLOADING PROCEDURE" } of the stump grinder from the Barreto E4X6 tilt bed trailer: 1. Position the tow vehicle and attached trailer on level ground. 2. Remove all chains or straps connecting the stump grinder to the trailer D-rings 3.
Page 23 Never lift stump grinder over any person at any time. WARNING: If stump grinder should fall it would crush anybody under it. 4. Chain or strap the stump grinder to the truck using the two chain loops at the rear of the stump grinder lower body and D-ring on front of the stump grinder.

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