Baumalight IXP Series Operator's Manual

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IXP Series Hydraulic Tree Shear
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Issue Date: May 2023

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  • Page 1 IXP Series Hydraulic Tree Shear OPERATOR’S MANUAL Issue Date: May 2023...
  • Page 2 Following is a list of videos and documents available on Baumalights website and also on YouTube to help and enhance maintaining the tree shear. The list below was current at the time this manual was issued. Additional content may be available. Activity ID Number Activity Name Description...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 19 5�1 Maintenance ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 19 5�2 Inspections �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 19 5�3 Lubrication �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 20 6 TROUBLESHOOTING ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 21 7 STORAGE ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 22 7�1 Storing ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 7�2 Remove From Storage ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 BAUMALIGHT ATTACHMENT WARRANTY ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 23...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    1 INTRODUCTION 1�1 Overview 1�2 Intended Use And Foreseeable Misuse Congratulations on your choice of a Baumalight The tree shear is designed to be used by Tree Shear. This equipment has been designed experienced operators, trained in the safe operation...
  • Page 5: Safety

    2 SAFETY 2�2 Operational Hazards 2�1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety Words You must read, understand and follow the WARNING instructions given operating unit Prevent serious injury or death� manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this manual. Read and understand this manual before The safety information in this manual is denoted by operating the tree shear�...
  • Page 6: Prepare For Emergencies

    Lower Operating Speed If you do not understand any part of this manual, • Lower operating speed while loading, unloading contact Baumalight at 866-820-7603. or performing heavy operations. • Keep tree shear low and move at slow speeds on rough or uneven terrain.
  • Page 7: Avoid Rollover

    Avoid Rollover Detach Tree Shear Safely The equipment may rollover, resulting in death or Detach tree shear on a firm and level surface. Tree serious injury. To help prevent rollover: shear may fall over if detached on sloping or soft surface.
  • Page 8: Hazards From Modifying Equipment

    Hazards From Modifying Equipment Avoid Wood Dust Inhalation Do not make any alterations to your tree shear. WARNING Altering the equipment may cause unsafe conditions and may void the manufacturer’s Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining warranty. wood products can expose you to wood dust, a substance known to the State of Avoid High Pressure Fluids California to cause cancer�...
  • Page 9: 2�3 Maintenance Hazards

    Do not make unauthorized modifications. Contact WARNING Baumalight at 866-820-7603 before you weld, cut/ drill holes, or make any other modifications. Burn hazard� Always use Baumalight replacement parts. Hot and high pressure hydraulic oil�...
  • Page 10: Safety Signs

    3 SAFETY SIGNS The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial A. D005522 ^ WARNING - Remove key before servicing. and have a yellow background. The panel with a triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel without a triangle indicates how to avoid the hazard. If any of the decals are missing, are damaged, or if you do not understand the decal, please contact your dealer.
  • Page 11 C. D005039 ^ WARNING - Pressurized fluid F. D005030 ^ WARNING - Pressurized fluid hazard. Pressurized fluids can penetrate the hazard. Pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin. Do not check for leaks with your hands. skin. Do not check for leaks with your hands. Keep back a safe distance when pressurized.
  • Page 12: Operation

    4 OPERATION 4�1 Preparation For Use Visually inspect the unit before each start up. WARNING Check for loose or missing parts and any damage that may have occurred during moving or shipping. Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining wood products can expose you to wood Review all excavator pre-start instructions, and be dust, a substance known to the State of sure that all recommended steps and procedures...
  • Page 13: 4�3 Hydraulic Connections

    4�4 Electrical Connections 4�3 Hydraulic Connections Electrical wire that runs from the Incisor valve to WARNING the remote pendent is not provided with the Incisor. Wire length will vary based on size of excavator. Pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin� 1.
  • Page 14 6. Disassemble plug (E) and route other end of wire (A) into plug. 7. Connect positive (+) wire (D) to terminal 1. 8. Connect negative (-) wire (B) to terminal 2. 9. Assemble plug (E). 10. Route connector (E) along boom and through openings (F) in frame.
  • Page 15: 4�5 Machine Components

    4�5 Machine Components A. Grabber Assembly B. Pin-On Wedge Coupler C. Shear Cylinder D. Shear Blade E. Pivot Cylinder F. Pivot Assembly...
  • Page 16: 4�6 Attach Tree Shear

    4�6 Attach Tree Shear 4�7 Transporting ^ WARNING WARNING Always stop engine and remove key To prevent injury or machine damage before leaving operators seat� put transmission in park� Verify all reflectors and Slow Moving Vehicle Never position yourself between (SMV) sign are visible.
  • Page 17: 4�9 First Time User Tips

    4�9 First Time User Tips 4�10 Field Operation • First, operate all functions in a clear area with WARNING excavator at idle to get a good feel for the controls. Prevent serious injury or death caused • Raise tree shear slightly off ground by unexpected movement: •...
  • Page 18 1. Attach tree shear to excavator. See Attach 1. Release control box switch and operate Tree Shear in this section. hydraulics to close clamps and close shear blade, cutting tree. WARNING 2. Swing or move excavator to desired location and operate hydraulics to open clamps to drop Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining tree.
  • Page 19: Service And Maintenance

    5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5�1 Maintenance Maintenance Chart General Inspection Inspect the unit for any buildup of Daily contamination (dirt, stones, etc.). Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings Inspect for damage or wear. Replace Daily damaged or worn hoses and fittings. Rotor Bearings Check bearings for side-to-side and up/ Every Week.
  • Page 20: 5�3 Lubrication

    5�3 Lubrication ^ WARNING Prevent serious injury or death caused by unexpected movement: Park excavator on a level surface� 1� Lower shear to ground� 2� Engage excavator parking brake� 3� Shut off engine and remove key� 4� 1. Pump water resistant grease into pivot point between blade and cylinder.
  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    6 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION Shear does not close. Shear jammed. Remove material from shear. Low oil. Check oil level in excavator. Add if necessary. Low oil flow. Check flow control on excavator. Add if necessary. See your dealer. Shear does not have much power. Low oil. Check oil level in excavator.
  • Page 22: Storage

    7 STORAGE 7�1 Storing 7�2 Remove From Storage 1. Store tree shear in a dry place. 1. Review Operator’s manual check adjustments. 2. Clean tree shear thoroughly. Dirt and wood chips will draw moisture and cause rust. 2. If parts have been replaced, verify they run properly.
  • Page 23: Baumalight Attachment Warranty

    Replacement of individual parts vs. assemblies are at the discretion of the manufacturer. Baumalight products when purchased new are automatically registered for warranty on the date of purchase. Warranty claims must include the bill of sale to the original purchaser.
  • Page 24 For parts, specifications and the latest machine information please visit our website. www�baumalight�com MTB MFG INC. CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS 4575 Powell Rd., Wallenstein, Ontario Canada N0B 2S0 Phone - 519.698.9864 Toll Free - 866.820.7603 Fax - 519.698.1087 www�baumalight�com...

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