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SPRING 2024
PATHSLAYER
Operator's Manual
888.404.8908
888.404.8908
www.modernusa.com

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  • Page 1 SPRING 2024 PATHSLAYER Operator's Manual 888.404.8908 888.404.8908 www.modernusa.com...
  • Page 2 8 GPM, optimal ow is 10 GPM. Hydraulics are linear, 10 GPM equals 100% of the optimal ow, 8 GPM equals 80% of the optimal ow and so on. When purchasing the Path Slayer brush cutter, you will receive a unit equipped with PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION DANGER WARNING CAUTION PATHSLAYER...

  • Page 4: Safety Section

    SAFETY SECTION...
  • Page 5 • DO NOT operate the Path Slayer where there is not sufficient lighting. • Test ALL controls before you begin. • DO NOT exceed rated operating flow capacity of hydraulic motor, as the machine may become unstable.· • NEVER leave the machine unattended when in the raised position. PATHSLAYER...
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  • Page 7: Operation Section

    OPERATION SECTION...
  • Page 8 Attach the hydraulic pressure and return hoses from the tractor to the Path Slayer. IMPORTANT NOTICE: On some tractor applications equipped with the QA system you may need to trim the top hooks of the Path Slayer to ensure full operational clearance of your tractors boom. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 9 OPERATION SECTION Mounting Figure 1 Pin Style Loader (JD) Loader Boom Mounting Hooks Locking Pins Figure 2 Quick Attach (QA) Loader Boom Locking Pins PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 10 Path Slayer. Overheating The motor on the Path Slayer is not designed to withstand continuous stalling. If the motor is continuously stalled while operating you may cause the unit to overheat. Avoid stalling the unit as much as possible. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 11 If the components have been inspected and reviewed and no issues are found, then review and inspect the size/density of the material being cut to make sure it fits the parameters of the Path Slayer’s capabilities.· PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 12 • DO NOT operate the Path Slayer on a tractor not equipped with a ROPS. • DO NOT operate the tractor without the ROPS in the upright position. • ALWAYS wear seatbelt. • ALWAYS pay attention to cutting path. • DO NOT operate the Path Slayer in populated areas. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 13 Tractor ROPS is in good condition. ROPS is in the raised position. Tractor engine oil level and condition. Tractor engine coolant level and condition. Su cient lubrication at all lube points. Tractor lights are clean and functional. Tractor power steering uid level and condition. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 14 Offset (25 degrees lowered) Offset (35 degrees lowered) [C] Offset (25 degrees raised) Offset (35 degrees raised) Vertical (90 degrees upright) [D] Vertical (25 degrees lowered) Vertical (35 degrees lowered) [E] Vertical (25 degrees raised) Vertical (35 degrees raised) PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 15 The directly in front or “home” position is the position that your Path Slayer is delivered in. (Refer to Figure 1 for visual reference) The Path Slayer should ALWAYS be placed in the home position when transporting, storing or mounting/dismounting from the tractor. Figure 1 PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 16 1/2”. Place the keeper pin that you previously removed through the exposed hole of the position adjustment pin. 9. Reinstall both pull pins on the deck of the Path Slayer. 10.Reinstall both hydraulic Lines on the Path Slayer. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 17 Path Slayer parallel with the front of the tractor, push the deck of the Path Slayer until it reaches the home position. 10.Reinstall both pull pins on the deck of the Path Slayer. 11.Reinstall both hydraulic Lines on the Path Slayer. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 18 10.Pivot the Path Slayer until the deck is perpendicular with the mounting plate. 11. Reattach the turnbuckle to the top mounting bracket and lock it in with the keeper pin you previously removed. 12. Reinstall both hydraulic Lines on the Path Slayer. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 19 Path Slayer parallel with the front of the tractor, push the deck of the until it reaches the home position.· 12.Reinstall both pull pins on the deck of the Path Slayer. 13.Reinstall both hydraulic lines on the Path Slayer. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 20 (C) for the turnbuckle (04) to connect once the PS is in the vertical and offset positions. The right deck support (B) is mounted to the Main Adjustment Hinge (05) which allows the PS to pivot into the vertical and offset positions while maintaining attachment to the mounting plate (02). PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 21 OPERATION SECTION - COMPONENTS Cutting Deck (01) Con’t PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 22 (Facing the unit ) Near the bottom right corner of the Mounting Plate (02) a single Lock Bracket (09) is attached to lock the Cutting Deck (01) via Tower Locks (13) to the Mounting Plate (02) when in the home position. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 23 Hooks (11) located on the top left and right sides of the PS. Once the Mounting Hooks (11) are attached, the Mounting Pins (12) located on the lower left and right sides of the PS will then lock the PS to the Pin-Style loader. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 24 (Facing the unit) There are two Lock Brackets (09) attached to the left and right sides of the Main Adjustment Arm (06), the Lock Brackets (09) allow the Main Adjustment Arm (06) to lock to the Cutting Deck (01) via the Tower Locks (13) when in the home position. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 25 OPERATION SECTION - COMPONENTS Main Adjustment Arm (06) Con’t PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 26 (04) (04) attaches to the Main Arm Support (10) once the PS has been locked into any of its positions. This allows the Main Adjustment arm to (06) to support the PS when in the vertical and extended positions. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 27 9 GPM, optimal ow is 10 GPM. Hydraulics are linear, 10 GPM equals 100% of the optimal ow, 8 GPM equals 80% of the optimal ow and so on. Figure 2 Figure 1 PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 28 OPERATION SECTION - COMPONENTS Hydraulic Lines The Path Slayer (PS) requires two hydraulic lines to operate. (NOT INCLUDED) One for pressure (02) 02) and one for the return ( PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 29 Once connected the air must be bled out of the hydraulic hoses. To do this you must brie y engage the hydraulics until the motor on the Path Slayer begins to rotate. Check hydraulic uid and ll to operating level per tractor speci cations. Figure 1 PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 30 The Deck Reinforcement Edge (15) is a 1/2 inch thick border that covers the front edge of the PS. This Deck Reinforcement Edge (15) protects the Cutting Deck (01) from any debris the PS may come in contact with while in operation. PATHSLAYER...

  • Page 31: Maintenance Section

    MAINTENANCE SECTION...
  • Page 32 Reinstall with NEW bolt, NEW at washers, and NEW top lock nut on each blade. Reinstall both hydraulic hoses. Every 40 Hours Operation • Check for hose deterioration • Check for weld deterioration • Check for hydraulic motor wear PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 33 To check the main pivot point you need to rotate the main adjustment arm. If the main adjustment arm rotates with no resistance or feels loose the pivot point needs to be greased. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 34 Connect hydraulic lines into each other. Store the unit in a dry area. Removing from Storage Remove any protective coverings installed. Complete daily checklist. Check all hardware, tighten if necessary. Check hydraulic hoses for deterioration. Proper storage position shown below. PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 35 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION...
  • Page 36 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 37 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 38 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 39 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 40 12....MDH40-240567 ..SEAL PROTECTOR ............ 1 13....MDH40-210034 ..BLADE HUB 15T ............1 14....MDH40-120050 ..NUT, HEX SLOTTED, 1-14UNS ........1 15....MDH40-100001 ..COTTER PIN 5MM X 50MM ........1 16....MDH40-140023 ..PLUG, PIPE SQUARE HEAD, 3/8”-18NPT ....2 PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 41 ..........2 ......BLADE 03 ...412-0057-03 .......... 2 ....... BLADE BOLT 04 ...125-925 ............ 2 ....... NUT 05 ...900-8771 ..........2 ....... 06 ...830-1018NH .......... 2 ....... NOTCHED WASHER, HARDENED XX ..412-8043-03 .......... 2 ....... BLADE BOLT KIT (3,4,5 ,6) PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 42 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION - COMPACT PATHSLAYER SEE PAGE 44 FOR COMPACT PATH SLAYER BLADE CARRIER PARTS PATHSLAYER...
  • Page 43 ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION - COMPACT PATHSLAYER CPSMOUNTPLATE Weldment CPSDECKWIP . Compact CPSSHIELDWIP 105-4445 CPS HINGE ROD 412-3243 1/2" NYLOCK NUT 105-4435 PS GUARD STEP DOWN BUSHING 01-PSLONGPIN PS LONG PIN 154-5 HITCH PIN CLIP 412-0042-02 BOLT, 1/2 X 1-12 412-0072-01 FLAT WASHER 1/2"...

  • Page 44: Blade Carrier

    ASSEMBLY/PARTS SECTION - COMPACT PATHSLAYER BLADE CARRIER COMPACT 01 ............1 ....BLADE A ..........2 ....BLADE 02 ...401- 03 ....412-0057-03 ........... 2 ....BLADE BOLT 04 ....125-925 ............. 2 ....NUT 05 ...900-8771 ..........2 ....06 ....610-1270 ..........2 ....1/4" WEAR PAD 07 ....610-1270-1 ..........
  • Page 45 MODERN AG PRODUCTS, LTD. WARRANTY INFORMATION A. Limited Warranties Modern Ag warrants any new Modern Ag implement purchased from an authorized Modern Ag dealer to the purchaser for a period not to exceed one (1) year from original purchase date, to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
  • Page 46 MODERN AG PRODUCTS, LTD. WARRANTY INFORMATION DEALER: I hereby certify that: 1. The machine has been correctly assembled in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 2. All bolts have been checked and tightened. 3. All other pre-delivery checks have been completed as per operator’s manual.
  • Page 47 I operate the atachment with a different tractor, I am doing so at my own risk and liability. Dealer and Purchaser: Please ini�al each line ensuring following informa�on has been reviewed: _____ _____ Minimum HP Ra�ngs: 50 HP for Pathslayer, 25 HP for Compact Pathslayer _____ _____ Minimum 8-gallon hydraulic reservoir required, otherwise an HR30 is required.

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