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Battle Ax Skid Loader
207542 Rev. E
Skid Loader Mulching Head
Owner's Manual and Parts Book
(Originating with Serial Number 84-1431)
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
61
71
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207460 (61" Double Carbide)
207461 (61" Quadco)
207462 (71" Double Carbide)
207463 (71" Quadco)
207464 (61" Double Carbide)
207465 (61" Quadco)
208456 (71" Double Carbide)
208457 (71" Quadco)
08.10.22

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  • Page 1 Battle Ax Skid Loader Skid Loader Mulching Head • Owner’s Manual and Parts Book (Originating with Serial Number 84-1431) 207460 (61" Double Carbide) Model Number: 207461 (61" Quadco) 207462 (71" Double Carbide) 207463 (71" Quadco) 207464 (61" Double Carbide) 207465 (61" Quadco) 208456 (71"...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Owner Information ............. . . 1 Warranty Form .
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Maintenance (Cont’d) Replacing Belt ..............23 Sprocket Removal .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Proper operation and maintenance are essential to prevent injury or damage and to maximize machine life. The Loftness Battle Ax is an effective, reliable machine used for maintaining grass, weeds, brush and trees. Efficiently cuts and mulches up to 6" diameter material.

  • Page 6: Battle Ax Features

    Introduction Battle Ax Features • Downward Rotation Design • Premium Strength Steel Body & Rotor • Front Mounted • Hydraulic Driven • Universal Skid-Loader Mount • Adjustable Tree Pusher • Claw Hooks On Tree Pusher • 17 in. (43 cm) Diameter Rotor (1600 - 2200 RPM) •...

  • Page 7: 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 8: Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure

    Safety Instructions Mandatory Shut-Down Procedure • Use the handholds and step plates when getting on and off the machine to prevent falls. Keep steps and platform cleared of mud and debris. • Stop the machine and attachment on a level surface and lower the attachment to the ground.

  • Page 9: Hydraulic Safety

    Safety Instructions Safety Rules (Cont’d) • Keep hands and feet clear! Never step over or climb over the attachment while the rotor is engaged or the engine is running; entanglement could occur. • Keep children, bystanders and other workers off and away from the machine and attachment during •...

  • Page 10: Battle Ax Skid Loader Identification

    Safety Instructions Battle Ax Skid Loader Identification Pusher Bar Drive Belt Cover Drive Sprocket Drive Belt Rotor Sprocket Left Skid Rotor Cutting Teeth Right Skid Pressure Gauge Hydraulic Motor Compartment Left Side Rotor Bearing Cover Access Cover Mounting Plate Deflector Chains Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 11: Safety Decal Locations

    Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing safety decals on your machine. Part No. 4256 WARNING Rotating parts hazard. Can cause serious injuries or death. Do not operate machine without shields attached. N68716 Part No.
  • Page 12 Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations (Cont’d) Part No. 4334 Part No. N28385 Part No. N28386 Part No. N23506 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...
  • Page 13 Safety Instructions Safety Decal Locations (Cont’d) Part No. N68716 Part No. N17014 Part No. N29769 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...
  • Page 14 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 15: Set-Up Instructions

    Set-up Instructions Pusher Bar Assembly The Battle Ax is shipped with the pusher bar in an upright position. Follow the procedure below to get the machine into the operating position. Move arm (5) into position so the hole in the lower end of the arm aligns with the operation hole (6) of the side plates on the frame (indicated by the shipping tag).

  • Page 16: Removing Shipping Stands

    Set-up Instructions Pusher Bar Assembly (Cont’d) Fully raise the attachment-locking levers on the loader mounting plate. Reinstall the hardware in the correct order and hand- tighten. Move the opposite arm into place so the upper hole aligns with the corresponding hole position as the opposite side.

  • Page 17: Hydraulic Connections

    Set-up Instructions Installing the Battle Ax to the Loader Checking Rotor Rotation (Cont’d) DANGER: Keep hands, feet, and clothing clear Hydraulic Connections of rotor and bearings while the loader is running. WARNING: Hydraulic Lines. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids. Pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin.

  • Page 18: Motor & Sprocket Selection Chart

    Motor & Sprocket Selection Chart Variable Displacement Motor (Parker) Standard Speed LOFTNESS MODEL ASV MODEL ROTOR TOP SPROCKET (LOFTNESS NUMBER) NUMBER NUMBER BOTTOM SPROCKET ( LOFTNESS NUMBER) BELT LENGTH (LOFTNESS NUMBER) 1753 1806 48 Top Sprocket N38492 207464 1859 RT75HD 38 Bottom Sprocket N38490...

  • Page 19: Cutter Bar Adjustment/Removal

    Set-up Instructions Cutter Bar Adjustment/Removal NOTE: The cutter bar can be adjusted back or forward to increase or decrease the distance between the bar and the rotor. Most operators find the best performance is achieved by adjusting the cutter bar as close as the slots will allow (approximately a 1/4"...
  • Page 20 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    WARNING: Do not operate the attachment head. above the rated RPM. Check with your Loftness dealer to be sure your attachment is Slowly increase engine speed to high idle. set-up with the correct hydraulic motor to Move the loader and Battle Ax forward and begin mowing.

  • Page 22: Clearing Jams

    Operating Instructions Clearing Jams Hydraulic Hose Storage If the rotor stalls, or gets jammed with debris, stop rotor and raise slightly. Start rotor again to free debris WARNING: Do not attempt to dislodge jams by hand while the loader is running. Shut down and lock out power from the loader before attempting to remove debris by hand.

  • 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 cover must be removed to access the overhung Grease Points Location (Cont’d) load adapter. Refer to “Removing Motor Cover” on page 22 for instructions. Location: Left side rotor bearing (1). Every 8 hours of operation. Interval: NOTE: Rotor bearings cannot be damaged by over- greasing.

  • Page 25: Removing Belt Cover

    Maintenance Removing Belt Cover Removing Rotor Bearing Cover and Valve Access Cover DANGER: Shut down power from the loader before removing the belt cover. Failure to do DANGER: Shut down power from the loader so could result in serious injury or death. before removing the covers.

  • Page 26: Removing Motor Cover

    Maintenance Removing Motor Cover Skid Removal/Replacement DANGER: Shut down power from the loader DANGER: Shut down power from the loader before removing the motor cover. Failure to before removing the skids. Failure to do so do so could result in serious injury or death. could result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 27: Belt Tension Adjustment

    Maintenance Belt Tension Adjustment Replacing Belt To replace the belt, follow the procedures for "Belt DANGER: Shut down and lock out power Tension Adjustment" preceding this subsection and from the loader before adjusting the drive decrease the belt tension additionally to allow the belt to belt.

  • Page 28: Tooth Removal And Installation

    Maintenance Sprocket Removal (Cont’d) Tooth Removal and Installation Quadco Teeth Remove the two screws (1) from the taper lock Remove the bolt and washer (1 and 2) and tooth (3). bushing (2) of the sprocket (3). Use copper based anti-seize when reinstalling the bolts. Insert one of the screws into the threaded hole (4).

  • Page 29: Tooth Sharpening (Quadco)

    Maintenance Tooth Sharpening (Quadco) NOTE: The teeth need to be kept sharp to maintain the most effective operation of the attachment. Daily inspection and touch up is recommended. NOTE: The teeth can either be removed from the attachment or remain installed for sharpening. WARNING: Rotor must be stabilized to prevent accidental rotation any time the rotor is exposed for service work.

  • Page 30: Recutter Removal/Replacement

    Maintenance Recutter Removal/Replacement Installing/Removing the Hood Liner DANGER: Shut down power from the loader DANGER: Shut down power from the loader before removing and replacing the recutter. before installing or removing the hood liner. Failure to do so could result in serious injury Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 31: Mounting The Hood Liner

    Maintenance Installing/Removing the Hood Liner Retightening/Reinstalling the Cutter Bar and Recutter (Cont’d) If the hood liner was installed onto a new or unused Mounting the Hood Liner Battle Ax, retighten all hardware securing the cutter bar. Remove the motor cover to access some hardware If the hood liner was installed onto a Battle Ax that locations that are used to secure the hood liner.

  • Page 32: Storage

    Maintenance Storage End of Season • Clean entire Battle Ax thoroughly. • Clean belt and sprockets, relax the belt tension. • Lubricate all parts of the machine. See “Lubrication” on page 19. • Make a list of all worn or damaged parts and replace them.

  • Page 33: 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 drive line bearing. Replace bearing(s). Faulty rotor bearing. Replace bearing(s). Damage to rotor (includes bent end Consult factory.
  • Page 34 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 35: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification PARTS IDENTIFICATION Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 36: Battle Ax S Series Covers And Skids

    Parts Identification Battle Ax S Series Covers and Skids Parts breakdown of item 1, Motor Shield (209519) is on page 34. Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...
  • Page 37 Parts Identification Battle Ax S Series Covers and Skids QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 209519 SHIELD, MOTOR 4011 BOLT, 1/2" X 1" GRADE 5 N37756 WASHER, NORD-LOCK 3/8" SP N26748 BOLT, 1/2" X 1" SER FLG 209514 PLATE, BELT COVER 4055 NUT, LOCK 5/8"...

  • Page 38: Shield, Motor (209519)

    Parts Identification Shield, Motor (209519) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4390 BOLT, 3/8" X 1-1/4" CARRIAGE 209515 BUSHING, GUIDE 4064 WASHER, FLAT 3/8" 4979 NUT, LOCK 3/8" SER FLG 209518 COVER, MOTOR TOP W/ DECALS 4033 BOLT, CARRIAGE 3/8" X 3/4" GR5 209517 COVER, MOTOR END W/ DECALS Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 39: Battle Ax S Series Deflector Chains, Stands, And Belt Adjustment

    Parts Identification Battle Ax S Series Deflector Chains, Stands, and Belt Adjustment QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N68396 COVER, HOSE W/DECALS N26748 BOLT, 1/2" X 1" SER FLG 4375 PIN, ROLL 3/16" X 1" 4074 WASHER, 2" OD X 1/2" ID X 1/4" N15589 CHAIN, CARBIDE AX REAT (61") N15589...

  • Page 40: Battle Ax S Series Cutter And Re-Cutter Bars

    Parts Identification Battle Ax S Series Cutter and Re-Cutter Bars QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4975 BOLT, 1/2" X 4" FN TH GR 8 (61") 4975 (71") 209037 RECUTTER, BOLT-IN 61 209038 RECUTTER, BOLT-IN 71 N37780 WASHER, NORD-LOCK 1/2" SP (61") N37780 (71") 4503...

  • Page 41: Pusher

    Parts Identification Pusher QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N38523 PUSHER, 61 W/DECALS N68438 PUSHER, 71 W/DECALS N64492 BOLT, 1-14 X 4" GR. 8 FN. THR 4166 WASHER, 1" LOCK 4490 NUT, 1"-14UNF STANDARD N67081 TUBE, PUSHER LONG W/BUSHING N67045 TUBE, PUSHER SHORT W/BUSHING Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 42: Belt And Sheaves

    Parts Identification Belt and Sheaves For 32-37 GPM Units 207464 (61" Double Carbide) 207465 (61" Quadco) For 43-47 GPM Units 207460 (61" Double Carbide) 207461 (61" Quadco) 207462 (71" Double Carbide) 207463 (71" Quadco) For 48-52 GPM Units 208456 (71" Double Carbide) 208457 (71"...

  • Page 43: Gauge, Pressure

    Parts Identification Gauge, Pressure QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N16333 BOLT, BHCS #10-32 X 1 205041 GAUGE, 0-6000 PSI 4IN PRESS N16332 FLANGE, MOUNT GAUGE N16331 FLANGE, MOUNT GAUGE #8 N16334 NUT, NYLON INSERT #10 N16335 FLANGE, MOUNT #10 209543 ELBOW, 1/4" BLK 45 DEG STREET Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 44: Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063)

    Parts Identification Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063) 1 (Case Drain) Tank To Pressure Gauge Pressure Case Drain 4 (Tank) (Pressure) (Hose Wrap) † 39** To Endplate * Parts breakdown of item 43 (207679) is on page 45. ** Parts breakdown of item 39 (N51193) is on page 46.
  • Page 45 Parts Identification Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N26333 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 8MJC - 12MOR N38500 HOSE, 1/2 80 -8FJIC -8FJIC N20288 KIT, SPLIT FLANGE SFXK-16 N20818 ELBOW, 90DEG 16MJIC-16 CODE 62 N28903 ELBOW, 90DG TUBE 16MJIC-16FJIC N90323 HOSE, 1 X 64 -16FJIC-16CD62 90 N19271...

  • Page 46: Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063) (Cont'd)

    Parts Identification Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063) (Cont’d) 1 (Case Drain) Tank To Pressure Gauge Pressure Case Drain 4 (Tank) (Pressure) (Hose Wrap) † 39** To Endplate * Parts breakdown of item 43 (207679) is on page 45. ** Parts breakdown of item 39 (N51193) is on page 46.
  • Page 47 Parts Identification Hydraulics, Parker Motor No Brake (209063) (Cont’d) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4466 BOLT, 1/2" X 1-1/2" GRADE 8 209072 PLATE, MOUNT MOTOR N28567 WASHER, 3/4 NORDLOCK SP 4343 BOLT, 3/4" X 2-1/4" FN TH GR 8 N51193 OHLA, 900 W C TO D ADAPTER N49792 PLATE, SUPPORT MOTOR ASSY 4011...

  • Page 48: Manifold, Relief 5000 Psi, Check (200655)

    Parts Identification Manifold, Relief 5000 PSI, Check (200655) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N28099 VALVE, RELIEF 5000PSI N14118 PLUG, 6MOR HEX 200695 VALVE, CHECK Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 49: Hydraulic Motor, Variable 90Cc To 110Cc (207679)

    Parts Identification Hydraulic Motor, Variable 90cc to 110cc (207679) NOTE: Other items included in kit should only be replaced by authorized service center. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N28376 SEAL KIT (Includes Items 1, 2, 3, and 4) O-RING 194.1 X 3 V80 / 220 X 3 V80 O-RING 144.5 X 3 V70 / 168 x 3 V70 SHAFT SEAL 60 X 80 X 6 O-RING 114.5 X 3 V80...

  • Page 50: Overhung Load Adapter (N51193)

    Parts Identification Overhung Load Adapter (N51193) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 200020 FRONT SEAL, WITH TOOL HOUSING 900 N14118 PLUG #6 BOSS N16578 PLUG #4 BOSS N34130 BEARING CUP N34131 BEARING CONE SHAFT 915-13S N38542 REAR SEAL N38541 WAVE SPRING SSB-0433 N38543 O-RING 2-248 REAR ADAPTER PLATE...

  • Page 51: Lubrication

    Parts Identification Lubrication QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N17007 GREASEZERK, 1/8" NPT 4304-10 BULKHEAD, FITTING-GREASE HOSE N25125 ELBOW, 90 DEG - 4FJIC - 4MJIC 4304 HOSE, GREASE 1/8" X 15" 4472 ELBOW, 1/8" 90 DEG.STREET Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 52: Rotor Assembly, 206983 - 61" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206981 - 61" Rotor With Quadco Cutter; 206986 - 71" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206984 - 71" Rotor With Quadco Cutter

    Parts Identification Rotor Assembly, 206983 - 61" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206981 - 61" Rotor With Quadco Cutter; 206986 - 71" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206984 - 71" Rotor With Quadco Cutter 1 - See page 50 for parts breakdown of 61" and 71" rotor with carbide cutter.
  • Page 53 Parts Identification Rotor Assembly, 206983 - 61" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206981 - 61" Rotor With Quadco Cutter; 206986 - 71" Rotor With Carbide Cutter; 206984 - 71" Rotor With Quadco Cutter QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 202529* ROTOR, 61" BS BETEK W/CARBIDE BOLT-IN BULKHEAD 202536* 71"...

  • Page 54: Rotor, Bolt-In Bulkhead With Double Carbide Teeth - 61" (202529), 71" (202536)

    Parts Identification Rotor, Bolt-in Bulkhead with Double Carbide Teeth - 61" (202529), 71" (202536) * Use copper based anti-seize. Torque to 240 ft.-lbs. ** Use Loctite 242 or equivalent. ® Torque to 116 ft.-lbs. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N38265 BOLT, SHCS 5/8 X 2-1/4 FN GR 8 202305 WASHER, DRIVE 2-3/16"...

  • Page 55: Rotor, Bolt-In Bulkhead With Quadco Teeth - 61" (202524), 71" (202531)

    Parts Identification Rotor, Bolt-in Bulkhead with Quadco Teeth - 61" (202524), 71" (202531) * Use copper based anti-seize. Torque to 240 ft.-lbs. ** Use Loctite 242 or equivalent. ® Torque to 116 ft.-lbs. QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION N38265 BOLT, SHCS 5/8 X 2-1/4 FN GR 8 202305 WASHER, DRIVE 2-3/16"...

  • Page 56: Machine Decals And Signs

    Parts Identification Machine Decals and Signs Part No. N28385 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 7. Check and replace any worn, torn, hard to read or missing decals on your machine.
  • Page 57 Parts Identification Machine Decals and Signs (Cont’d) Part No. N68724 Part No. N29769 DANGER ALWAYS OPERATE CUTTER HEAD AS LOW AS POSSIBLE. LIFTING OR TILTING BACK INCREASES THE RISK FROM FLYING DEBRIS. N68724 Part No. N24823 Part No. N24822 Part No. 4256 Part No.
  • Page 58 Parts Identification Machine Decals and Signs (Cont’d) Part No. N13517 Part No. 4138 Part No. 209499 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 59: Liner, Bolt-In - 61" (209043), 71" (209044)

    Options Liner, Bolt-in - 61" (209043), 71" (209044) QTY. PART # DESCRIPTION 4245 BOLT, 1/2" X 1-3/4" FN TD GRADE 8 (61") 4245 BOLT, 1/2" X 1-3/4" FN TD GRADE 8 (71") 4535 BOLT,1/2-20 X 1-1/4 GR 8 (61") 4535 BOLT,1/2-20 X 1-1/4 GR 8 (71") 209040 LINER, BSL BOLT-IN 61...
  • Page 60 Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 61: Appendix

    Appendix Specifications DESCRIPTION BATTLE AX SKID LOADER Cutting Width 61 in. (154.9 cm) 71 in. (180.3 cm) Operating Capacity 6 in. (15.2 cm) Continuous 10 in. (25.4 cm) Intermittent Capacity Monitor Pressure Gauge Motor Variable Displacement Rotor Bearing 2.1875 in. Piloted Double Taper Rotor Tip Diameter 17 in.

  • Page 62: Dimensions

    Appendix Dimensions BATTLE AX SKID LOADER DESCRIPTION Cutting Width (A) 61 in. (155 cm) 71 in. (180.3 cm) Overall Width (B) 79.1 in. (200.9 cm) 89.1 in. (226.3 cm) Operating Height (C) 37.6 in. (95.5 cm) 37.6 in. (95.5 cm) Overall Length (D) 40.0 in.

  • Page 63: Torque Specifications

    Appendix Torque Specifications Inches Hardware and Lock Nuts Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...

  • Page 64: Metric Hardware And Lock Nuts

    Appendix Torque Specifications (Cont’d) Metric Hardware and Lock Nuts Battle Ax Skid Loader OM...
  • Page 66 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 2022...

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