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1P14 1P24 1P14 And 1P24 STUMP GRINDER OPERATOR’S MANUAL Issue Date: July 2024...
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Following is a list of videos and documents available on Baumalights website and also on YouTube to help and enhance maintaining the stump grinder. The list below was current at the time this manual was issued. Additional content may be available. Activity ID Number Activity Name Description...
Serious injury or death of the operator or bystanders may be caused if the tool is misused. Misuse may This manual covers the Baumalight 1P14 and also cause damage to the tractor carrying the 1P24 3-Point Stump Grinders. Use the Table of implement.
2 SAFETY 2�1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety 2�2 Operational Hazards Words You must read, understand and follow the WARNING instructions given operating unit manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this Prevent serious injury or death� manual. Read and understand this manual before The safety information in this manual is denoted operating stump grinder�...
Additional information shields in place� may be found at: www.asae.org or www.osha.gov. If you do not understand any part of this manual, Disconnect and lock out power source contact Baumalight at 866-820-7603. before adjusting or servicing� Prepare For Emergencies WARNING •...
Have local utilities locate and mark buried wires, cables, pipelines and other hazards • Replacement safety signs are available from before grinding. your Baumalight dealer. Do Not Allow Riders DANGER Prevent electrocution� • NEVER lift or carry anyone with stump grinder.
Raised Attachment Stay Clear Of Rotating Driveshafts WARNING WARNING Crushing hazard� Entanglement in a rotating driveshaft can cause serious injury or death� Raised, unsupported stump grinder can fall, resulting in death or serious injury� Keep tractor shields and driveshaft shields in place at all times� DO NOT Never enter the area under a raised stump operate without driveshaft guards�...
Do not make unauthorized modifications. Contact Baumalight at 866-820-7603 before you weld, cut/ drill holes, or make any other modifications. Always use Baumalight replacement parts. WARNING Moving parts can crush and cut�...
3 SAFETY SIGNS 3�1 Safety Signs - 1P14 The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial A. D005224 ^ WARNING - Rotating driveshaft. and have a yellow background. The panel with a Entanglement hazard. Keep away from driveshaft triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel while it is rotating.
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C. D005039 ^ WARNING - Pinch point / crush hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away from machine. D005039 D. D005223 ^ WARNING - Rotating blade hazard. Keep back 75 m while machine is operating. Wait for blade to stop before approaching machine. 75 M D005223...
3�2 Safety Signs - 1P24 The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial A. D005224 ^ WARNING - Rotating driveshaft. and have a yellow background. The panel with a Entanglement hazard. Keep away from driveshaft triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel while it is rotating.
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C. D005039 ^ WARNING - Pinch point / crush hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away from machine. D005039 D. D005223 ^ WARNING - Rotating blade hazard. Keep back 75 m while machine is operating. Wait for blade to stop before approaching machine. 75 M D005223...
4 ASSEMBLY 4�1 Attach Driveshaft 4�2 Driveshaft Dimension 1. Attach driveshaft (A) to gear box shaft (B). To accompany the variety of 3 point hitch geometry available today, the driveshaft can be too long for 2. Install nut and bolt in driveshaft. some machines or too short for others.
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Determine Driveshaft Length 1. Attach stump grinder to tractor but do not attach driveshaft to tractor. See 5.4 Attach Stump Grinder To Tractor. Remove stabilizer pin (A) from shipping position (B) and use as top link pin. Check swing frame to ensure that it is free from obstruction and can operate smoothly without binding.
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2. Add 1 in. (25 mm) to the dimension to be sure it doesn’t bottom out, to determine cut off dimension (E). 3. Use a hacksaw to cut dimension (E) from both ends. Cut equal lengths of both shafts. Cut both plastic tubes and metal cores.
5 OPERATION 5�1 Preparation For Use Review all tractor pre-start instructions, and ensure WARNING that all recommended steps and procedures have been followed. Never bar over the rotor, This could Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining cause damage and result in personal injury or wood products can expose you to wood equipment damage.
5�2 Pre-Operation Check List 5�3 Machine Components Check these items: Frequency A. Stabilizer/3-Point Top Link Pin Check the three lynch Each operation. B. Cutting Wheel Shield pins on the hitch to C. Manual Storage Tube verify they are securely D. Debris Shield fastened.
5�4 Attach Stump Grinder To Tractor 6. Attach tractor to stump grinder. See tractor WARNING Operator’s Manual. To prevent injury or machine damage 7. Pull collar (C) back toward the grinder. Align splines on tractor PTO shaft and driveshaft put transmission in “Park” and check by rotating grinder driveshaft.
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12. Extend top link (E) until driveshaft goes straight into stump grinder rotor. It may be necessary to raise stump grinder to prevent rotor from contacting the ground. Adjusting top link so that the driveshaft is straight in the raised position will ensure that the driveshaft angle is acceptable (17°...
5�5 Detach Stump Grinder From Tractor NOTICE WARNING Prevent equipment damage. Prevent serious injury or death caused by unexpected movement: Driveshaft angle at more than 17° may Park tractor on a level surface� 1� result in a broken shaft on rotor. Engage tractor park brake�...
5�6 Transporting 5�7 Carbide Teeth Break-In 1. Verify all reflectors and Slow Moving Vehicle During the first few hours of use, avoid hitting (SMV) sign are visible. stones as much as possible to allow the carbide teeth to wear slightly. This can be done by keeping 2.
5�8 First Time User Tips Before you begin, make sure the tractor is turned WARNING off and the PTO drive is disengaged. Wear an approved dust mask or Stand to the side of the stump grinder and observe respirator� the center point on the bottom of the cutting wheel.
5�9 Field Operation WARNING WARNING Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining Entanglement in a rotating driveshaft wood products can expose you to wood can cause serious injury or death� dust, a substance known to the State of Keep tractor shields and driveshaft California to cause cancer�...
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2. Back the tractor up to the rear edge of the stump (the edge that is farthest from the tractor). WARNING 9. When ground level is reached, continue to grind 2 - 4 in. (51 - 102 mm) below the surface Always turn off the tractor and disengage to the bottom of the stump where the roots the PTO drive before getting off the seat...
6 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 6�1 Rotate Cutting Teeth - 1P14 It is recommended that the stump grinder is DANGER attached to the tractor when rotating teeth. When servicing cutting wheel, it will be Check cutting teeth every 4 hours of use. Keep necessary to work underneath stump cutting teeth in good condition.
6�2 Replace Cutting Teeth - 1P14 6�3 Replace Tooth Holder - 1P14 It is recommended that the stump grinder is It is recommended that the stump grinder is attached to the tractor when replacing teeth. attached to the tractor when replacing tooth holder.
Dimension B - 1.1 in. (28 mm) • Comer Drivehafts 2-Disk 47 Hp 540 rpm OEM Part Number • T50-066P025027-W/GF • Dimension A - 0.275 in. (7 mm) • Dimension B - 1.280 in. (32.5 mm) • Note: Parts breakdown found Baumalight’s website. www.baumalight.com...
6�6 Rotor Bearings The bearings are factory lubricated with a lithium or lithium complex base grease which is suitable for most applications. Select a grease that is compatible with a lithium or lithium complex grease. The bearings should contain as much grease as speed will permit.
6�7 Maintenance Maintenance Chart General Inspect the unit for any buildup of contamination (dirt, stones, etc.). Daily Inspection Cutting Teeth Check and replace one at a time as necessary. The teeth on the outer Every 4 edge of the wheel wear faster and are more prone to chipping. With hours.
7 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION Cutting wheel does not spin. Cutting wheel jammed. Remove material from cutting wheel. Shear bolt sheared off. Replace shear bolt. NOTICE - Prevent equipment damage. Shear bolt is designed to fail to protect drive components from damage.
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PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION Cutting wheel does not have much Tractor too small. Verify tractor is properly sized for power. grinder. Slip clutch is slipping. Check to determine if the slip clutch is hot. Use Caution: This Can Be Very Hot! A hot clutch does NOT grip.
8 STORAGE 8�1 Storing Grinder 8�2 Remove From Storage 1. Store grinder in a dry place. 1. Review Operator’s manual check adjustments. 2. Clean grinder thoroughly. Dirt and wood chips will draw moisture and cause rust. 2. Lubricate machine. (See Service Maintenance section.) 3.
8�2�1 Slip Clutch 7. After ensuring all discs are free, tighten the ^ WARNING compression nuts (B) uniformly, exactly two revolutions to resent the clutch to original Entanglement in a rotating driveshaft pressure. can cause serious injury or death� Disconnect and lockout power source before adjusting or servicing�...
The manufacturer is under no circumstances liable for carrier unit damage of any kind. The manufacturer is not liable for the maintenance of the product. Baumalight will not cover time to diagnose and repair compatibility issues between carrier and attachment.
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