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If you need more information on this product, contact your local dealer or visit www.cidattachments.com. Sincerely, The CID Team Construction Implements Depot, Inc. Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
2.1 Introduction The following terms are used interchangeably throughout this manual. Term Alternate Terms Used implement, attachment, product, Swing Boom Brush Cutter machine, brush cutter, cutter skid steer loader, skid steer tractor, Skid Steer loader, prime mover user, personnel Operator The Swing Boom Brush Cutter is designed and manufactured with safety in mind.
2.2 Safety Symbols This manual and decals on this machine use safety symbols, pictograms and color coded signal words to alert you to potential hazards that may cause death or severe injury if a safety instruction is ignored. Become familiar with the following symbols.
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2.2 Safety Symbols Cont. Safety Pictograms Pictograms are graphic symbols meant to alert you of a potential hazard. Read and understand the hazard description for each of these symbols. Pictogram Description PINCH HAZARD: Keep clear of skid steer and brush cutter machine to prevent death or serious injury from pinching of moving parts.
2.3 Safety Decals The safety decals affixed to this machine are in place to keep you safe. DO NOT ignore these decals. Read and understand each decal’s safety message. The following safety decals are affixed to this machine: DANGER SCAN Do not place any part of body or limb under raised To prevent serious injury or death never operate in TO VIEW...
2.4 Skid Steer Loader Requirements Ensure your skid steer loader is in good operating condition. Follow the operating instructions found in your skid steer operator’s manual. Failure to do so could result in minor or moderate injury. The Swing Boom Brush Cutter should only be used on Skid Steer Loader’s that meet the following requirements: 1,800 lb •...
2.5 General Safety Instructions Below are general safety instructions that relate to the overall operation and maintenance of this machine. It is important that you read and understand each message to prevent serious injury or death. ALWAYS watch for overhead power lines. DO NOT place hands or feet under mower deck while blades are spinning.
Unpacking Your Brush Cutter Your attachment arrives from the factory strapped to a wood pallet, and requires no final assembly. Use a pair of tin snips to remove the steel strapping. Shipping straps are under great tension, and could lash out uncontrollably when cut causing injuries to your body.
Connecting Brush Cutter Consult your skid steer operator’s manual for specific instructions on how to connect your brush cutter to your skid steer loader. General Attachment Method 1. Make sure the hydraulic lines are clear from the front side of the brush cutter’s attachment plate and that the locking pins on the skid steer mounting plate are retracted.
Connecting Brush Cutter Cont. To keep contaminants from entering the hydraulic system; wipe off any dirt or dust from the male or female hydraulic flat face couplers with a clean rag before attaching hoses. 5. Connect the attachment hydraulic hoses and the case drain hose (SBCNS model only) to the auxiliary supply couplers located on your skid steer loader lift arm.
3.5 Paddle Controller Installation If your skid steer does not have an auxiliary electrical connector, you will use the paddle controller to control the tilt and swing functions of the swing boom cutter. To prevent possible equipment damage, it is recommended the paddle controller be installed by a qualified technician who is familiar with your skid steer’s electrical system.
Swing Boom Cutter Controls To operate the swing boom controls the skid steer’s auxiliary hydraulic system must be activated. To swing or tilt the cutter head you will use your skid steer’s auxiliary controller or the paddle controller attached to your leg. Typical Skid Steer Auxiliary Paddle Controller Electric Controller...
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Swing Boom Cutter Controls Cont. With the boom swung at 90°, you must be aware of any obstacles and terrain in front of the cutter head and in front of your skid steer. Lack of awareness may cause the skid steer loader or swing boom cutter to strike obstacles that may result in serious injury or damage to equipment.
3.7 First Time Use Procedure Before operating the brush cutter, check the skid steer’s hydraulic oil level and add oil if necessary. If you are operating the Piston Motor Swing Boom Cutter (SBCNS) ensure the case drain hose is properly attached to the prime mover’s case drain connection. DO NOT operate this attachment WITHOUT the case drain hose attached.
3.8 Cutting Operations General Operating Tips • LEARN what the cutter head looks like in a level position when you are seated in the skid steer. Knowing what a level cutter head looks like will prevent you from damaging the cutter blades if you cut too close to the ground. •...
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3.8 Cutting Operations Cont. Vertical Cutting Your Swing Boom Cutter is designed to cut vegetation with the cutter head in the vertical position. Vertical cuts are great for widening pathways, roadways and other access areas. Vertical cutting can disperse flying debris over a large area and could cause death or serious injury to bystanders.
Contact your local dealer for maintenance and repair services. Improper maintenance or modifications to the design or performance of this machine will void the warranty. ONLY use genuine CID replacement parts on this machine. Obey the following safety instructions when servicing or repairing this machine.
4.2 Maintenance Schedule This brush cutter attachment will provide years of dependable service if routine maintenance procedures are performed. The maintenance tasks listed below are based on normal operating conditions. More frequent maintenance may be necessary with intense use or when operating in adverse environmental conditions. BEFORE MAINTENANCE TASK EACH...
4.3 Storage Tips To get years of quality use out of your brush cutter, follow these storage tips: Ensure brush cutter is free of debris, dirt, grime and grease. Store your brush cutter in a dry shed or garage. When storing your brush cutter for the season, cover with a weather proof tarp to protect it from the elements.
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4.4 Blade Holder Removal Cont. Removal Procedure When performing this procedure alone, rig a pair of choker slings through the blade holder and connect to an overhead hoist. This will prevent the blade holder from falling on to you causing injury to your body. 1.
4.5 Blade Holder Installation Installation Procedure Use a hoist, lift table or forklift to support the blade holder during installation. 1. Align the hole in the blade holder to the gearbox shaft and fully seat the holder onto the shaft. 2.
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4.6 Blade Removal Cont. Remove Weld Bead Figure 4.6a - Blade Holder Bolt Weld Bead Removal Blade Sharpening Notes 1. Sharpen cutter blades with the appropriate tool. 2. Be careful not to overheat the blade steel causing the blade material to become brittle and prone to early failure. 3.
4.7 Blade Installation Blade Installation Procedure 1. Remove the old weld bead to ensure a flat smooth surface for new bolt head to mate to. 2. Place nut in the recessed hole on top of blade holder. 3. Insert new blade bolt up through the hole in the blade holder and tighten into the nut.
4.8 Bearing Housing & Gearbox Maintenance Maintenance procedures for the drive bearing housing and gear box motors require special tools and skills. DO NOT attempt to service the drive bearing housing or gear box motor unless you have the tools and skills to do so. Take your brush cutter to your local dealer to have these items serviced.
4.8 Bearing Housing & Gearbox Maintenance Cont. The initial oil should be changed after 50 hours of operation under load. Subsequent oil changes should take place after every 1000 hours of operation. Oil Change Procedure 1. Remove oil filler plugs. 2.
5.1 Troubleshooting Chart Solution Problem Cause 1. Cutter deck is not level 1. See leveling tips on page Cutter “bogs” down causing material to “ball” under deck. 2. Remove and sharpen 2. Dull blades blades. 3. Ground speed too fast 3.
SECTION 7 PARTS INFORMATION Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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PARTS INFORMATION Factory fresh parts specifically designed for your implement are readily available. For hassle free service and to ensure you receive the correct parts for your implement, please provide your dealer with the following information: Model Number Serial Number GPM Requirements Date of Owners Manual (Bottom Left Corner of Cover Page)
7.1 Parts Diagrams Ref. No Part Description Cutter Deck Weldment Boom Mounting Plate Motor Guard Motor Cover Hydraulic Motor Drive Support Tilt Cylinder Swing Cylinder Swing Bumper Valve Cover Swing Pivot Pin Hardware Set (Blade to Output Shaft) Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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7.1 Parts Diagrams Cont. Ref. No Part Description Blade Holder Blade Holder Hardware Set Blade Set Blade Bolts Spacer Washer Output Shaft Assembly Hardware Set (Blade to Output Shaft) Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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7.1 Parts Diagrams Cont. HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS Ref. No Part Description Hydraulic Manifold Flow Control Control Valve Swing Cylinder 3/8” Hose, 21” Long Hose End 3/8” Elbow 3/8” 3/8” Hose, 17” Long Protective Sleeve Set : 93”, 75”, 60” Long (1/2”, 3/8”) Flat Face Couplers 1/2”...
7.2 Electrical Diagrams ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS RED + PADDLE CONTROLLER 5A Fuse RED (up) RED + BLUE (down) BLACK Valve Manifold on Cutter YELLOW (right) ORANGE (left) BLACK BLACK Attachment Harness Paddle Controller and Cable To bulkhead coupler on skid steer arm or paddle control cable Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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SECTION 8 WARRANTY INFORMATION Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
CID, Inc. with freight or delivery charges to be prepaid. This limited warranty shall not be interpreted to render CID, Inc. liable for any injury or damage to persons, businesses or property of any kind nor expenses or losses incurred for labor, supplies, substitute machinery rental or for any other reason. Repair or replacement parts are subject to the supply conditions at the time of repair or replacements, which may directly affect our ability to obtain material and/or replacement parts.
Obtain a PO number from the original CID customer. PO numbers will be invoiced in the event the defective part(s) is un-warranted CID will ship a replacement part with a Service Request Form and RGA #. There will be a call tag with the Manufacturer’s address and instructions for returning the defective part.
SECTION 9 MAINTENANCE Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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MAINTENANCE LOG Use this log sheet to document all routine maintenance and repair services performed on this machine. DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE SERVICED BY DATE Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
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MAINTENANCE LOG Use this log sheet to document all routine maintenance and repair services performed on this machine. DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE SERVICED BY DATE Swing Boom Cutter August 2021...
SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM ATTENTION ALL OPERATORS: Print your name, sign and date in the boxes below to acknowledge that you have read and fully understand the safety instructions presented in this manual, and have been trained on how to safely operate this attachment. OPERATOR NAME SIGNATURE DATE...
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SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM ATTN ALL OPERATORS: Print your name, sign and date in the boxes below to acknowledge that you have read and fully understand the safety instructions presented in this manual, and have been trained on how to safely operate this attachment. OPERATOR NAME SIGNATURE DATE...
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SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM ATTENTION ALL OPERATORS: Print your name, sign and date in the boxes below to acknowledge that you have read and fully understand the safety instructions presented in this manual, and have been trained on how to safely operate this attachment. OPERATOR NAME SIGNATURE DATE...
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