DOSKO M2961090B Owner's Manual

Compact stump and root grinder

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Your Dosko grinder is intended for outdoor-use only and can be used to remove many tree stumps and
exposed root systems close to ground level. By moving the blade in sweeping movements laterally over
the top and front of the stump, you can gradually grind it away. Make sure you completely read and
understand this manual before using the grinder for the first time.
READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using the grinder! Failure to properly operate,
and maintain this grinder could result in serious injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
All machines have hazards associated with their operation. This stump grinder has certain special hazards,
which you must be aware of. As an operator or owner you have a duty to be aware of these hazards and know
preventive measures to take to avoid them. When reading this manual pay particular attention to avoiding these
hazards.
In particular, be aware of the following:
Know location of buried electrical and other utility lines.
Do not allow children or untrained adults to operate.
Wear eye protection and other personal protection against flying rocks and debris.
Check that cutter wheel teeth are secured, sharp and not missing.
Do not operate if operator presence bar fails to stop engine upon release.
Make sure no children or bystanders are within 75 feet of stump grinding operation.
Protect cars, windows and other objects within 75 feet from flying debris.
Be prepared for machine "kickback" when initially contacting the stump.
Be aware of potential for carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.
Prevent fires/explosions from fueling.
Do not attempt to perform adjustments, declog or clean unit while engine is running.
Avoid burns from engine or hot exhaust.
Avoid using in wet or icy conditions where falls may occur.
Details about these hazards are found throughout the manual and are summarized at the end of the manual under
"Important Safety Information."
ADD ENGINE OIL: Your stump grinder comes fully assembled and requires only that you add engine oil to crankcase
and fuel to tank.
INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See the "Receiving
Your Unit" section for instructions on whom to contact to report missing or damaged parts.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems, or Parts Orders
Call your dealer or Dosko Customer Service 1-800-822-0295
Owner's Manual
Instructions for Operation, Maintenance
Compact Stump and Root Grinder
2961090 (200-6H)
MODEL NUMBER: 2961090
SERIAL NUMBER: _____________
WARNING
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M2961090B

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  • Page 1 Compact Stump and Root Grinder 2961090 (200-6H) Your Dosko grinder is intended for outdoor-use only and can be used to remove many tree stumps and exposed root systems close to ground level. By moving the blade in sweeping movements laterally over the top and front of the stump, you can gradually grind it away.
  • Page 2 Hazard Signal Word Definitions...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Part I. Introduction About Your Grinder ......................4 Safety Decal Locations ......................5 Safety Decals ..........................6 Receiving Your Unit ........................ 7 Machine Component Identification ..................8 Part II. Operation Operation: 1. Pre-Start Check List & Procedures ................9 2.
  • Page 4: About Your Grinder

    Before using, the user shall determine the suitability of this product for this intended use and assumes liability therein. Your Dosko grinder can be used to remove many tree stumps and exposed root systems close to ground level. By moving the blade in sweeping movements laterally over the top and front of the stump, you can gradually grind it away.
  • Page 5: Safety Decal Locations

    Safety Decal Locations Reference # Part # Description Control Panel California Proposition 65 Warning Poisonous Gas Hazard 786100 Flying Debris Hazard (direction) decal set Personal Injury / Fire, Explosion / Entanglement Hazards Flying Debris Hazard (person) Amputation and Entanglement Hazard WARNING ALWAYS make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition.
  • Page 6: Safety Decals

    Safety Decals To order replacement safety labels, call Dosko Customer Service at 1-800-822-0295. All grinder units can be transported via trailers or with the purchase of an optional towing kit package can be towed behind the vehicle.
  • Page 7: Receiving Your Unit

    See the "Machine Component Identification" section of this manual for a diagram of the grinder and its components.  If you have missing components, contact your rental company or Dosko Customer Service at 1-800-822-0295. New Unit: Truck Depending on your unit and model, it may have been shipped on a Delivery wooden skid, cardboard container or other appropriate method.
  • Page 8: Machine Component Identification

    Machine Component Identification Reference # Description Operator Presence Handle Bar Throttle Control Lever Handle Bar Adjustable Brake Lever Manual Storage T-Handle Knob Engine Starter Grip Tire and Hub Engine On/Off Switch Discharge Flap Cutter Guard Cutter Wheel Disc Cutting Tooth Front Handle Belt Guard...
  • Page 9: Part Ii. Operation

    Operation 1. Pre-start Check List & Procedures CAUTION: Add engine crankcase oil. A new engine is shipped without oil. You must add the correct amount of oil to engine crankcase or engine will be damaged beyond repair. Before starting the engine you will want to make sure you have completed the following: 1.
  • Page 10 Operation Fill stump grinder Check the gasoline level in the engine's fuel tank. If needed, fill tank with gasoline tank fresh unleaded gasoline from a portable container, after first reading the warnings and instructions below. - Do NOT fill the gas tank to the top. Gasoline may spill when operating on a slope.
  • Page 11 Operation Unlocked Position Locked Position T-handle knob Eyebolt Handle Hinge bracket Rubber stop Personal Protection Use approved protective clothing and approved protective equipment when using the machine. 1) Always wear ANSI-approved and OSHA-compliant safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield. 2) The use of ear plugs or other hearing protection device is also recommended for persons working within 15-20 feet of the running grinder for longer than a few minutes.
  • Page 12: Starting The Grinder

    Operation 2. Starting the Grinder After you have completed the pre-start checklist and procedures, you are ready to start the grinder. The following directions detail how to start the engine of your grinder. WARNING: Never attempt to use the grinder without proper protective equipment, particularly eye protection and a full-face shield.
  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    Operation Throttle control lever Adjustable Brake lever Operator presence handle bar Handle bar Cutting wheel 3. Stopping the Engine Adjustable brake lever Stop the engine using the following steps: 1. While holding blade off ground, release the operator presence bar. The engine will stop.
  • Page 14: Grinding The Stump

    Operation 4. Grinding the Stump WARNING: Flying Debris Hazard Stones, chips, and debris can cause serious injury or property damage. Debris can fly 75 ft in any direction out of the chute. They can bounce off any fixed objects as well and hit operator, bystanders or breakable objects. 1.
  • Page 15: Refueling

    Operation 6. On these larger stumps, DO NOT allow grinder wheels to drop into stump hole. If a hole is in the way of your progress, fill it with chips or change position. CORRECT NOT CORRECT Hole Wheel Chip pile/debris WARNING: Stop engine and set brake before leaving operator's position.
  • Page 16: Storing The Machine

    Operation  If gasoline is spilled on your skin or clothes, change clothes and wash skin immediately. 5) Replace gasoline cap securely before starting engine. 6) Store extra gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL-approved, tightly sealed container. 7) Filling towable units or portable containers at service stations: Even if you have a towable unit, avoid static electric sparking while filling the gasoline tank:...
  • Page 17 Operation Choose a storage Store the grinder in a location that is: location - Clean and dry. - Away from sources of heat, open flames, sparks, or pilot lights, even if the grinder's gas tank is empty. Residual gasoline could ignite. - Away from extreme high or low temperatures.
  • Page 18: Maintenance (To Be Done By Owner Or Rental Dealer)

    Repair. Major service, including the installation or replacement of parts, should be performed only by a qualified electrical service technician. Obtain factory approved parts from Dosko Service at 1-800-822-0295.  Replacement parts. If a part needs replacement, only use factory approved repair parts.
  • Page 19 Maintenance & Repair (cont’d) Cutter shaft bearings should be greased. Lubricate The cutter shaft bearing is greased by pumping grease into zerks located on the housing of the bearing. Lubricate after every 20 hours of use. Cutting wheel Grease zerks Bearing Grease Specification Soap Type...
  • Page 20: Belt Tension Adjustment

    7. Retighten all loosened nuts and bolts. 8. Reassemble belt guard. Alignment bolt Lock nut Lock nut Tension bolt Note: New belts require a "break-in" period of approximately 10 hours. Readjustment may be necessary after "break-in." Note: Use only factory recommended belts. Contact your Dosko dealer.
  • Page 21: Stop-Switch Adjustment

    Maintenance & Repair (cont’d) Stop-Switch Adjustment WARNING: Never attempt to alter, modify or override this switch. If Stop-switch ever needs to be replaced or adjusted follow the below directions. Operator 1. Loosen Hex Nut. Hex nut presence bar 2. Turn the Linkage Bolt clockwise to lower or counter-clockwise to raise the point of interaction with Stop Switch.
  • Page 22 M1® Blueshark™ cutting teeth are tipped with heavy-duty carbide. Carbide retains its sharpness longer; cuts faster and smoother, and can withstand heat better. Though carbide is tremendously hard, it is also reasonably brittle. Contact your dealer or Dosko Customer Service @ 1-800-822-0295 for replacements.
  • Page 23: Schedule

    If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer's specifications. Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the grinder. Contact Dosko Customer Service at 1-800-822-0295 for any questions, problems, or parts orders.
  • Page 24: Specifications

    Specifications 2961090 ENGINE OPTIONS Make Honda Model GX200UTQX2 CC Rating 200cc GENERAL Weight 134 lbs. (61 kg) Length /{folded} 56"/{36"}, 142 cm/{92 cm} Height /{folded} 45"/{23"}, 114 cm/ {59 cm} Width 23" (58 cm) RPM Operating 3600 RPM Type of Fuel Gasoline Starting Recoil...
  • Page 25: Summary Of Important Safety Information

    Summary of Important Safety Information This section provides a summary of the various safety procedures and measures that have been presented throughout the manual. Keep this summary handy and refer to it to refresh your memory about how to safely use your grinder. WARNING Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using the grinder.
  • Page 26 Summary of Important Safety Information (cont’d)  Transporting. During transporting, take precautions to make sure stump grinder will not tip over and cause a fuel leak hazard.  Hot exhaust - fires. Exhaust from engine can be extremely hot and cause fire. Position muffler at least 7eet from combustible objects during operation.
  • Page 27 Summary of Important Safety Information (cont’d)  Other exhaust dangers. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid inhalation of exhaust.  Smoking/sparks. Never smoke near the running grinder, and never operate near sources of sparks or flames. ...
  • Page 28: Special Safety Information On Static Electricity

    Special Safety Information on Static Electricity Static electricity and filling gasoline: Static electricity can initiate from ungrounded gasoline tanks or containers, from flowing gasoline, and from persons carrying a static electric charge Static electricity on numerous occasions has explosively ignited gasoline vapors that were present during fueling processes, resulting in serious burns to nearby persons.
  • Page 29: Parts Explosion

    M2961090 Exploded View – Rev B...
  • Page 30 82143 1/4" x 1-3/4" key 38578 T-handle knob 785913 AK30 x 1" sheave 786083 Throttle cable 786037 Bracket mounting, belt guard 786103 Dosko decal 786213 Cutting wheel 785867 Handle 786403 Black, standard 783769 Microswitch bracket 786462 Tooth set Red, sand & clay opt.
  • Page 31: Warranty

    In order to register for the warranty on your new Dosko unit, the dealer or rental owner should fill out and return to Dosko the enclosed warranty registration cards within ten (10) days after your purchase.
  • Page 32 Great Northern Equipment Distributing Inc. 20195 S. Diamond Lake Rd, Ste 100 Rogers, MN 55374 Made in USA...

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