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CTX160 mini skid steer Operator’s manual EN_o1_01 original instructions Publication date: 2021-11-19 Serial No. 101 - Order No. 105400FH0 Cabled Assembly No. 163774513...
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This manual explains the proper operation of your machine. Study and understand these instructions thoroughly before operating or maintaining the machine. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. Consult your Vermeer dealer if you do not understand the instructions in this manual, or need additional information.
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Trademarks Vermeer, the Vermeer logo and Equipped to Do More are trademarks of Vermeer Manufacturing Company in the U.S. and/or other coun- tries. Chevron and Delo are trademarks of Chevron Intellectual property LLC.
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Vermeer Industrial Equipment not excluded below shall be repaired or replaced at Vermeer’s option without charge by any authorized independent Vermeer dealer. The warranty repair or replacement must be made by a Vermeer independent authorized dealer at the dealer’s location. Vermeer will pay for replacement parts and such authorized dealer’s labor in accordance with Vermeer’s labor reimbursement policy.
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(7) Transportation costs, if any, of transporting to the Vermeer dealer. Freight costs, if any, of transporting replacement parts to the Vermeer dealer. (8) The travel time of the Vermeer dealer’s service personnel to make a repair on the retail purchaser’s site or other location. (9) In no event shall Vermeer’s liability exceed the purchase price of the product, (10) Vermeer shall not be liable to any person under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages (including but not limited to, loss of profits, out of service time) occurring for any reason at any time.
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(12) Depreciation damage caused by normal wear, lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, failure to follow operating instructions, misuse, lack of proper protection during storage. (13) Accessory systems and electronics not of Vermeer’s manufacture are warranted only to the extent of such manufacturer’s respective Limited Warranty if any.
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NO DEALER WARRANTY. The selling dealer makes no warranty of its own and the dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of Vermeer or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way.
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Vermeer Industrial New Equipment Limited Warranty (the “Standard Limited Warranty”) for the covered components of the specified models of New Vermeer Industrial Equipment for the extended term, provided that the Equipment is operated and maintained in accordance with the directions and instructions set forth in the operator’s and maintenance manual(s).
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This machine is equipped with Vermeer GPS tracking equipment that collects and transmits data about the machine’s performance and location. This data is collected by Vermeer and held, used and shared consistently with the terms of the Vermeer Privacy Policy and any applicable provisions of the End User License Agreement (“EULA”) which may be found at: http://www2.vermeer.com/...
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___ Check that loader arms do not lower with key in off position and lift lever pushed. ___ Check forward and reverse ground drive operation. ___ Check that park brake functions. ___ Check track tension. CTX160 operator’s manual Receiving and delivery report i...
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___ Check hydraulic controls for proper function. Attachments ___ Check that operator’s manuals supplied by the attachment manufacturer are in the CTX160 manual storage box or in storage box located on the attachment. Bucket attachment instructions are contained in this CTX160 operator’s manual. Contact your authorized Vermeer dealer, or visit www.vermeer.com for information on attachments authorized for use by Vermeer Corporation.
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Dealer/Owner information dealer owner address address city city state/province state/province zip/postal code zip/postal code country country phone number phone number email address email address CTX160 operator’s manual Receiving and delivery report iii...
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Identification numbers - record Machine model number ___________________________ Machine serial number ___________________________ Diesel engine model number _________________________ Diesel engine serial number _________________________ iv Receiving and delivery report CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Machine identification decal This decal provides easy identification of the model and 17-digit identification number. The barcode contains the machine’s VIN number and can be scanned with any barcode reading device. CTX160 operator’s manual Receiving and delivery report v...
Section 5: Authorized attachment chart Authorized attachment chart for CTX160 Symbol Attachment Model # Auger drive high speed Paladin B24347 Auger drive high torque Paladin B24348 Brush mower/mulcher Stec equipment BRD50 Bucket HD 4-IN-1 Paladin 124410-0854 Bucket HD 48 in...
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Root grapple HD 42 in Paladin 124429-0854 Root grapple HD 53 in Paladin 124412-0854 Rotary broom Paladin 22641MM-0961 Rotating log grapple - HD Vermeer RLG46 (SN 1001-) Snow blade Paladin B11460-0961 Snow blower 48 in Paladin 11048A-0961 Sod roller assembly Paladin B104388...
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Only use attachments that Vermeer Corporation has authorized for use on Vermeer mini skid steers. This symbol indicates the attachment is designed for use with the large operating capacity machines. Attachments may be available for this machine that are not included in this chart. Contact your Vermeer dealer or visit www.vermeer.com for the latest chart of authorized attachments.
This symbol indicates that at least one part of the machine is not operating correctly. Shutting down the machine may not be necessary, but some maintenance may be required. CTX160 operator’s manual Safety messages 10-1...
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WARNING: Keep spectators away. WARNING: Engine exhaust can asphyxiate or poison, resulting in death or serious injury. Operate machine outdoors. If it is necessary to operate engine in an enclosed area, properly vent exhaust gases. 10-2 Safety messages CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Wait for leaking to stop before disconnecting the fitting. Fluid injected under the skin must be removed immediately by a surgeon familiar with this type of injury. CTX160 operator’s manual Safety messages 10-3...
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Shut off engine before refueling. No flame. No smoking. WARNING: Moving parts can crush. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts. WARNING: Hot fluid under pressure can scald. Allow engine to cool before opening radiator cap. 10-4 Safety messages CTX160 operator’s manual...
• Medical surveillance • Employee training Be aware of and follow the guidelines of United States OSHA 29CFR1926.55 and 1926.1153, or other applicable regulatory guidelines. This includes having a jobsite plan for mitigating hazards. CTX160 operator’s manual Safety messages 10-5...
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WARNING: Failure to follow any of the preceding safety instructions or those that follow within this manual, could result in death or serious injury. This machine is to be used only for those purposes for which it was intended as explained in this operator’s manual. 10-6 Safety messages CTX160 operator’s manual...
Section 15: Intended use The CTX160 mini skid steer can be equipped with a variety of attachments for light and medium-duty work. Vermeer approved attachment models with symbol (1) are designed for use with this machine. There may be some attachment models approved without the symbol (1). The chart of attachments, approved for this model when this manual was published can be found in section 5: “Authorized...
Section 16: Vermeer productivity tools Vermeer GPS tracking equipment (telematics) This machine is equipped with Vermeer GPS tracking equipment that collects and transmits data about the machine’s performance and location. When activated, the telematics control unit (TCU) transmits the data to a subscription-based website called Vermeer Telematics (formerly known as Vermeer Fleet/Fleet Edge).
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There are two levels of data access, as well as a third option which turns off the system. • Full implementation - The subscription owner, Vermeer and authorized dealers can all access the data. A new machine, manufactured by Vermeer Corporation and equipped with telematics, automatically begins transmitting data to Vermeer and its authorized dealer.
Press to enter main menu from engine information mode. Defaults to engine information mode at startup. Use scroll buttons (4) to highlight selection. Press enter button (5) to activate a setting or enter a menu. CTX160 operator’s manual Controls 20-3...
Forward right ....steers right when moving forward Back left ....front turns left when moving in reverse 20-4 Controls CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Lever spring-returns and is intended to be used with attachments requiring closed center valve type functions (such as a cylinder). • Maximum hydraulic flow through this valve is 9.4 gpm (35.6 L/min) at 3045 psi (21 MPa) (210 bar). CTX160 operator’s manual Controls 20-5...
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Left ....... . . tilt attachment back 20-6 Controls CTX160 operator’s manual...
The auxiliary attachment drive lever must be returned to neutral before the attachment drive can be re-engaged. The operator presence system is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good functional condition. Contact your Vermeer dealer if it does not function correctly. Park brake A spring-applied, hydraulic-released park brake engages the left track when the engine is off or the operator leaves the platform with the engine on.
Do not allow the starter motor to run continuously for more than 15 seconds. Step 6: Do not operate the engine under load until engine has warmed up. Refer to the engine operation manual for detailed information. CTX160 operator’s manual Starting procedure 22-1...
Allow adequate time for hydraulic oil to warm up, especially in cold weather. Refer to the Section 70: Specifications section of the maintenance manual for recommended hydraulic fluids. NOTICE: Reduce engine speed if hydraulic pump squeals. This indicates a lack of oil, which can damage the pump. 22-2 Starting procedure CTX160 operator’s manual...
If equipped with battery caps, they must be in place and tight to reduce risk of battery explosion. NOTICE: Use only a 12-volt system for jump-starting. CTX160 operator’s manual Starting procedure 22-3...
External: Flush with plenty of water. If eyes have been exposed flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk, followed with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately. 22-4 Starting procedure CTX160 operator’s manual...
Park brake will engage when operator steps off platform or engine is shut off and spring-applied park brake pin is aligned between sprocket teeth. The brake will engage within 4 in (10 cm) of travel. CTX160 operator’s manual Shutdown procedure...
Do not attempt to steer machine when balanced at trailer/ramp transition. • Position machine at location for tie-downs and weight distribution as recommended by trailer manufacturer. See Section 70: Specifications in the maintenance manual for machine weights. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-1...
To help avoid sudden stops, keep both feet fully on the platform and stand as far to the rear as practical. Slow down when traveling over uneven ground. 30-2 Transporting the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
Stop machine when tie-down position is reached. Tie-down position distributes machine weight on the trailer as recommended by the trailer manufacturer. Step 8: Lower lift arms and adjust tilt until attachment is firmly on trailer deck. Step 9: Shut off engine and remove key. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-3...
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WARNING: Attachments could slip off the trailer after being disconnected from the machine, resulting in a crushing injury. When disconnecting and backing the machine away from the side of a trailer, take precautions to assure the attachments are properly secured to the trailer. 30-4 Transporting the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
Slowly move machine down the ramp to the ground. Minimize steering while on the ramps. Steering while on the ramps may result in the machine driving off the ramps or cause the ramps to move and drop off the trailer deck. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-5...
Refer to “Lift arm support bar - install/ remove,” page 60-2. Lifting sling must be rated for a load of 4,500 lb (2 000 kg). Maintain a level lift. Maximum gross machine weight is approximately 4,000 lb (1 814 kg). 30-6 Transporting the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
Provide barriers to prevent injury to machine operators if cable fails. Keep anyone on the ground at least two times the length of the cable away. • Never try to jerk the disabled machine in order to get the machine to move. Sudden cable overload may cause cable to fail. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-7...
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20-6. Step 5: Place chocks in front and back of right track. Step 6: Access to tow valves is under front pump cover (3). NOTICE: Towing requires bypassing the ground drive pump. 30-8 Transporting the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Open engine shield and remove front pump cover (3). Unscrew the bypass valves (4) located on top side of ground drive pumps a maximum of two turns. These valves allow the motors to turn. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-9...
Torque bypass valves to 15 – 18 ft-lb (20 – 24.5 Nm). NOTICE: Do not attempt to push-start the machine. Damage to ground drive pumps or motors will result if towing instructions are not followed correctly. 30-10 Transporting the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
Keep pressure washer stream away from machine controls and electrical/electronic devices. Compressed air can also push moisture through some connector and component seals. Do not point air nozzle directly at seal areas. CTX160 operator’s manual Transporting the machine 30-11...
The auxiliary attachment drive lever must be returned to off before ground drive and attachment drive can be re-engaged. The operator presence system is intended for your safety and must be maintained in good functional condition. Contact your Vermeer dealer if it does not function correctly. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation...
Eye protection must consist of wraparound safety glasses or goggles. Others working in immediate area must also wear the above listed protective equipment. Avoid wearing jewelry, such as rings, wristwatches, necklaces or bracelets. 40-2 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
Hand/arm vibration exposure has been measured according to ISO 5349 ....= below 2.5 m/s Prepare the area WARNING: Keep all spectators and other workers away from the machine and work area while in operation. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-3...
When 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. If utility cannot be precisely located, it must be shut off by the utility company. 40-4 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
Do not resume operation until utility company declares area safe. Some circuit breakers automatically reset. Do not assume power has been permanently disconnected until you confirm that the utility company has locked out power to that line. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-5...
Death or serious injury could result. Keep well away from cliff edges. Do not dig under the machine or attachment. Take care when backfilling. Do not go too close to edges. Do not drive or operate on unstable ground. 40-6 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Do not operate this machine in an area with flammable dust or vapors. Carbon monoxide fumes from the engine can asphyxiate. Operate only outdoors or provide adequate ventilation if indoor operation is essential. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-7...
Ensure you understand and comply with all jobsite rules that might apply to your work situation. • If operating along a road, properly warn and divert motor and pedestrian traffic. Use all necessary signs, cones, flag persons or lighting devices needed for the work situation. 40-8 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
Never use unauthorized attachments. Only use attachments that Vermeer Corporation has authorized for use on Vermeer mini skid steers. Vermeer approved attachment models with symbol (1) are designed for use with this machine.
Ensure pins are rotated so that tops of pins face outward as shown (1). Step 2: Step 3: Start machine and lower lift arm. Tilt loader mounting plate forward slightly. Step 4: Drive machine forward, aligning loader mounting plate with attachment. 40-10 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Tops of pins must face inward as shown (3). Step 9: Attach hydraulics if required. Refer to “Hydraulics - attach/detach,” page 40-13. NOTICE: Ensure pin ends extend through and are visible beneath attachment mount. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-11...
WARNING: Attachments could slip off the trailer after being disconnected from the machine, resulting in a crushing injury. When disconnecting and backing the machine away from the side of a trailer, take precautions to assure the attachments are properly secured to the trailer. 40-12 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
WARNING: Contact with hot hydraulic couplers, hoses and fluid may result in burns. Wear gloves when connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses, and wait until unit has cooled before touching hydraulic components. NOTICE: Ensure all foreign matter is cleaned from hydraulic connectors before making connections. CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-13...
Shut off engine and remove key. Move auxiliary attachment drive lever forward, backward, and back to neutral position to relieve Step 2: hydraulic pressure. Unhook hoses from auxiliary hydraulic couplers. Remove attachment from machine. Step 3: 40-14 Preparation CTX160 operator’s manual...
The auxiliary hydraulic couplers are attached and detached in the same manner as standard connections. Some attachments that use the standard, higher flow connections may have a case drain line that can be attached to the tank port (2). CTX160 operator’s manual Preparation 40-15...
Section 50: Operating the machine Load capacities The CTX160 has a rated operating capacity of 1,600 lb (726 kg) when tested in accordance with SAE J2752 and ISO 14397-1 standards. NOTICE: Ensure weight of attachment plus materials being handled does not exceed the machine’s operating capacity.
Move ground drive joystick slowly to start moving the machine smoothly. Avoid sudden stopping, starting or turning unless necessary. WARNING: Rider may fall out and be injured or killed. Do not carry riders. 50-2 Operating the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Sudden stops from higher travel speeds could throw you from machine, or the machine could tip over. To help avoid sudden stops, keep both feet fully on the platform and stand as far to the rear as practical. Slow down when traveling over uneven ground. CTX160 operator’s manual Operating the machine 50-3...
Always travel with load lowered when traveling up or down slopes. You may also need to keep heavy end uphill for added stability. Do not exceed rated load capacity. Load on firm and level ground. Do not step off platform with load raised. 50-4 Operating the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
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Service brake retarding force - equal to traction of both tracks • Secondary brake - equal to traction of one track • Park brake holding force - equal to traction of one track CTX160 operator’s manual Operating the machine 50-5...
The operator presence system in the operator platform detects the presence of an operator. The operator must be standing on the platform for the ground drive, lift/tilt functions or auxiliary attachment drive to be engaged. Keep both feet on the platform. 50-6 Operating the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
40-9. Safety precautions WARNING: Never work under an attachment unless it is adequately supported to prevent it from falling unexpectedly. WARNING: Falling load can crush. Keep load level when raising lift arms. CTX160 operator’s manual Operating the machine 50-7...
Tilt bucket forward until cutting edge of bucket contacts the ground, and bottom of bucket is level with the ground. Step 3: Move machine forward slowly into the material while gradually tilting bucket backward as it fills. Step 4: Move machine backward away from the material. 50-8 Operating the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
Step 5: Continue driving machine forward until bucket is full. If ground is hard, tilt bucket forward and backward while driving slowly forward. Step 6: Tilt bucket fully backward when bucket is full. CTX160 operator’s manual Operating the machine 50-9...
Step 3: Move machine in reverse to level loose material. Before moving forward, raise loader arms or tilt bucket back to lift the bucket cutting edge off the Step 4: ground. 50-10 Operating the machine CTX160 operator’s manual...
If necessary, raise lift arms and tilt bucket forward to empty the bucket. Operating with other Vermeer-authorized attachments Refer to the attachment manual supplied by the attachment manufacturer for operating and maintenance instructions for the attachment and additional instructions that may be required for the CTX160. CTX160 operator’s manual Operating the machine...
23-1. Visually inspect machine daily before starting the machine. Make no modifications to your equipment unless specifically recommended by Vermeer Corporation. Safety sign maintenance - 100 hours/monthly Safety signs located on your machine contain important and useful information that will help you operate your equipment safely.
Secure with pin (1). Step 4: Follow Shutdown procedure, page 23-1. Step 5: Return support bar to stow location when work is finished. Install pin to retain support bar in stow location. 60-2 Maintenance intervals CTX160 operator’s manual...
The hourmeter is used to determine maintenance intervals for the machine. The hourmeter indicates the total number of hours the engine has been in operation. Maintenance intervals are based on normal operating conditions. When operating under severe conditions, the maintenance intervals should be shortened. CTX160 operator’s manual Maintenance intervals 60-3...
Initial = Initial maintenance on new machine. Regular maintenance interval may be different. = Regular maintenance interval. For Vermeer maintenance replacement part numbers, refer to the parts manual or call your Vermeer dealer. Each maintenance interval is also the title of chapter following this schedule. Refer to the appropriate chapter for instructions.
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check/clean Fuel line - check Air cleaner element - replace Hydraulic fluid - change Hydraulic strainer - service Secondary air cleaner - replace Engine system - check CTX160 operator’s manual Maintenance intervals 60-5...
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Daily Engine cooling system - drain and clean Air cleaner element - replace Battery - replace Track tension - adjust Handgrip bar - adjust Storage procedure 60-6 Maintenance intervals CTX160 operator’s manual...
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