Alamo Industrial GRIZZLY 66 Operator's Manual

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Published 03/08
This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must
be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety
and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment. C01-
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ALAMO INDUSTRIAL
1502 E. Walnut
Seguin, Texas 78155
830-372-3551
Email: parts@alamo-industrial.com
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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©2008 Alamo Group Inc.
GRIZZLY 66
TREE CUTTER
Part No.
02975193C
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  • Page 1 GRIZZLY 66 TREE CUTTER 02975193C Published 03/08 Part No. OPERATOR’S MANUAL This Operator's Manual is an integral part of the safe operation of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the Safety and Operation Instructions contained in this manual before operating the equipment.
  • Page 2: To The Owner/Operator/Dealer

    To the Owner/Operator/Dealer All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of acci- dents.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY SECTION ......................1-1 Safety Messages ............................... 1-2 Canister Location ............................. 1-12 Decal Location ..............................1-13 Decal Description ............................. 1-15 Federal Laws and Regulations ........................1-18 INTRODUCTION SECTION ....................2-1 ASSEMBLY SECTION ......................3-1 PRE-INSTALLATION ............................3-2 INSTALLATION ..............................
  • Page 4 General Maintenance ............................5-2 Disassembly ............................... 5-3 Assembly ................................5-3 SERIES II MODEL ............................. 5-4 Disassembly ............................... 5-4 Assembly ................................5-4 Bikon Hub ................................5-5 Proper Torque For Fasteners ..........................5-6 Motor Mounting Plate ............................5-7 Blade Arm ................................5-7 Blade Bolts .................................
  • Page 5: Safety Section

    SAFETY SECTION Safety Section 1-1 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 6: Safety Messages

    Safety Messages. Always use good common sense to avoid hazards. (SG-2) Si no lee ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si lo lea para que le traduzca las medidas de seguridad. (SG-3) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-2 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 7 Operate the Tractor controls from the tractor seat only. (SG-9) Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-3 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 8 The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times for protection from injury including injury from items that may be thrown by the equipment. (SG-16) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-4 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 9 (SG-19) Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement while it is in motion or while tractor engine is running. (SG-20) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-5 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 10 (SG-25) Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause Implement driveline or blade failures resulting in serious injury or death. (SG-26) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-6 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 11 Such impact could cause the broken objects to be thrown outward at very high velocities. To reduce the possibility of property damage, serious injury, or even death, never allow the cutting blades to contact such obstacles. (SGM-4) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-7 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 12 Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-8 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 13 Dropping implement in transport can cause serious damage to the tractor and/or Implement and possibly cause the operator or others to be injured or killed. (S3PT-2) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-9 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 14 Safety Messages and operation instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the Tractor and Equipment Manuals. Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Tractor and Equipment. (SG-18) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-10 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 15 SAFETY PARTS INFORMATION Alamo Industrial mowers use balanced and matched system components for blade carriers, blades, cuttershafts, knives, knife hangers, rollers, drivetrain components, and bearings. These parts are made and tested to Alamo Industrial specifications. Non-genuine "will fit" parts do not consistently meet these specifications.
  • Page 16: Canister Location

    Operator’s Manual. Use the adhesive and/or the included fasteners to securely attach the canister. Operator must read the Operator’s Manual prior to using the unit. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-12 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 17: Decal Location

    NOTE: Alamo Industrial supplies safety decals on this product to promote safe operation. Damage to the decals may occur while in shipping, use, or reconditioning. Alamo Industrial cares about the safety of its customers, operators, and bystanders, and will replace the safety decals on this product in the field, free of charge (Some shipping and handling charges may apply).
  • Page 18 Peligro! Spanish Translation 03200347 REFLECT SMV Sign 00776031 ________ Canister, Operator’s Manual 00759799 ________ Operators Manual (Inside) 10058000 ________ Bolt 00024100 ________ Flatwasher 02959924 ________ Locknut * Provided by Tractor Manufacturer GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-14 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 19: Decal Description

    DANGER! Keep Away Thrown Objects. Inspect the area before mowing and remove foreign material that could become mower thrown objects. P/N 00769737 IMPORTANT - Use only Genuine Alamo Industrial replacement parts. P/N 02925100 DANGER! - Multi Hazard - Failure to follow Safety...
  • Page 20 BURN INJURY or DEATH. P/N 02965262 Peligro Translation, If you do not know how to read English, please find someone who knows how to read English. P/N 00725746 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-16 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 21 Provided by Tractor Manufacturer. Replace if missing on tractor. P/N 03200347 Read Operator’s Manual! The operator’s manual is located inside this canister. If the manual is missing order one from your dealer. P/N 00776031 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-17 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 22: Federal Laws And Regulations

    (Refer to U.S. Dept. of Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Safety Section 1-18 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 67: Introduction Section

    INTRODUCTION SECTION Introduction Section 2-1 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 68 This machine is not recommended for use in populated and built-up areas. The Grizzly 66 utilizes hydraulically driven rotating steel blades, rotating disc with cutter bits, or a rotating arbor with flail hammers. It is usually mounted on the hydraulic boom arm of a tractor, excavator or similar carrier, and employs the hydraulics system of the carrier for operation of the hydraulic drive motor.
  • Page 69 Suited for clearing roadway or off-highway right-of-way, clearing of power line underbrush, pipeline right-of-way and forestry thinning in dense growth, the Grizzly 66 is both efficient and environmentally acceptable. The Grizzly 66 is so efficient that the operator can pass from dense brush cutting to grass cutting with the same machine.
  • Page 70: Attention Owner/Operator

    3. Record the Blade Model and Serial Numbers on the Warranty page at the front of the Operator’s Manual. Keep this as part of the permanent maintenance file for the implement.. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Introduction Section 2-4 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 71: Assembly Section

    ASSEMBLY SECTION Assembly Section 3-1 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 72: Pre-Installation

    RPM may result in damage to component parts and is a safety hazard. NOTE: This is a typical schematic only, refer to the drawing supplied with the machine you purchased for the appropriate detailed schematic. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Assembly Section 3-2 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 73 ASSEMBLY GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Assembly Section 3-3 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 74 ASSEMBLY GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Assembly Section 3-4 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 75 ASSEMBLY GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Assembly Section 3-5 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 76 ASSEMBLY GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Assembly Section 3-6 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 77: Operation Section

    OPERATION SECTION Operation Section 4-1 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 78 12” thick. When you have the power of the Grizzly 66 at your side, cutting a path in a forest or clearing land for construction is a breeze.
  • Page 79: Standard Equipment And Specifications

    Heavy-Duty Formed Steel Shroud - 3/8” Plate Skirt Stiffener Ring Built into Shroud Crossover Relief Drive Motor Spare Set of Cutter Bits Shipped with every Cutter Hydraulic Motor Guard GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-3 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 80: Operator Requirements

    NEVER knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when their alertness or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of drugs or alcohol. (SG-27) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-4 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 81: Power Unit Requirements

    Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were removed for access to connect, service, or repair the carrier or cutter. OPS-TC- 0003 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-5 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 82: Power Unit Horsepower

    The power required to operate a cutter is determined by the power unit PTO horsepower. For most cutting conditions, the Grizzly 66 requires a power unit with 65 HP, respectively. Operating the cutter with a power unit that does not have adequate power may damage the power unit engine.
  • Page 83: Dismounting The Power Unit

    Never dismount a Power Unit that is moving or while the engine is running. Operate the Power Unit controls from the operator seat only. (SPU-15) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-7 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 84: Starting The Power Unit

    Always shut the Power Unit completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Power Unit hitches. (SPU-32) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-8 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 85: Pre-Operation Inspection And Service

    Make sure all pins have cotter pins and washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in good working order. (SG-21) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-9 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 86: Power Unit Pre-Operation Inspection/Service

    Check all cutter blades/bits for condition and retention. • Check motor and motor baseplate bolts for security. • Check main shaft and cutters for wire, rope or other material wrapped around. OPS-TC-0033 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-10 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 87 Replace bent or broken blades with new blades. NEVER ATTEMPT TO STRAIGHTEN, WELD, OR WELD HARDFACING ON BLADES SINCE THIS WILL LIKELY CRACK OR OTHERWISE DAMAGE THE BLADE WITH SUBSEQUENT FAILURE AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY FROM THROWN BLADES. (SGM-10) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-11 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 88: Cutting Component Inspection

    Failure to replace abnormally worn blades may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the broken part with tremendous force which may cause serious bodily injury or death. OPS-U-0032 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-12 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 89: Blade Bolt Inspection

    Failure to replace abnormally worn blade bolts may lead to catastrophic failure of the blades and ejection of the broken part which may cause serious bodily injury or death. Always replace Blade Bolts with new bolts whenever replacing the Blades. OPS-U-0037 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-13 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 90: Driving The Power Unit And Tree Cutter

    When operating in traffic always use the Power Unit's flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. (SPU-21) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-14 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 91: Starting The Power Unit

    When operating in traffic, always use the power unit’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-15 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 92: Driving The Power Unit And Cutter

    Special attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area. OPS-TC- 0018 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-16 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 93: Foreign Debris Hazards

    The seat belt is your best protection from falling off the carrier and the ROPS provides protection from being crushed during a power unit roll-over. OPS-TC-0019 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-17 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 94: Bystanders/Passersby Precautions

    DO NOT EXCEED 1800 RPM. The shaft speed of the Grizzly must not - UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES - exceed 1800. Operation in excess of the maximum RPM may result in damage to component parts and is a safety hazard. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-18 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 95: Operating The Cutter

    (SPU-27) Never mow in the reverse direction. The Power Unit’s operator protective structure obstructs the operator’s visibility of the unit’s path when traveling in the reverse direction. (SPU-8) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-19 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 96: Operating Instructions

    Once the direction of rotation has been determined to be correct and the Control Valve notation indicates the correct direction (in the case of dual direction installations), return the Grizzly 66 to the horizontal position a foot or so above the ground and run it up to speed. It will probably be necessary to increase the engine speed to provide adequate hydraulic pressure/volume to reach maximum shaft speed.
  • Page 97 Tire damage can occur when driving over hot material. Oil and grease on the carrier and cutter could ignite resulting in equipment destruction. Carry a fire extinguisher on the power unit at all times to extinguish possible fires encountered. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-21 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 98: Shutting Down The Cutter

    Always shut the Power Unit completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Power Unit hitches. (SPU-32) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-22 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 99 Always shut the Tractor completely down, place the transmission in park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to connect or disconnect the Implement and Tractor hitches. (S3PT-15) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-23 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 100: Cutter Storage

    OPS-TC- 0031 Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Power Unit or Implement. Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SPU-16) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-24 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 101 Use extreme caution and avoid hard applications of the power unit brakes when towing heavy loads at road speeds. Never tow the implement at speeds greater than 20 MPH. OPS-TC-0037 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-25 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 102: Transporting On Public Roadways

    Consult an authorized excavator or backhoe dealer for lighting kits and modifications available to upgrade the lighting on older power unit models. OPS-TC-0040 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-26 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 103: Hauling The Power Unit And Implement

    Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for the areas that will be traveled through. OPS-TC-0042 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-27 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 104 If during transport a hard braking, sharp turning, or swerving action was performed, stop at the next safe location to inspect the security of the load. OPS-TC-0044 GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-28 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 105: Troubleshooting Guide

    Raise cutter and reduce ground speed. Blades Wear Fast Cutting in sandy or rocky Increase cutting height. conditions. Blades too soft. Replace Blades with hardened, high-quality, Alamo Industrial Blades manufacturer. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Operation Section 4-29 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 107: Maintenance Section

    MAINTENANCE SECTION Maintenance Section 5-1 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 108: General Maintenance

    The cutter bits, blades and flail arms are constructed of specially treated steel of specific composition to withstand the stresses of operation on the Grizzly 66. Replace only with genuine Alamo parts. Do not repair except as noted in paragraph 3.
  • Page 109: Disassembly

    Install motor. Connect all hydraulic lines and bleed the system. Check manually for free rotation of the shaft and disc. Make sure all fastenings are securely wired or pinned. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-3 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 110: Series Ii Model

    .020", bolt in place. If re-doweling is required, ensure there is no rocking of the motor mount plate, if so, grind the upper frame to fit prior to re-doweling Install motor. Using Loctite, torque motor mount bolts to required values and wire lock heads. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-4 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 111: Bikon Hub

    Place dust cover on hub and insert bolts with lockwashers. Torque to specified value in Table 3. Table 1: BIKON TORQUE VALUES Dry Bolt 375 ft./lb. w/ Red Loctite applied 282 ft./lb. BIKON TORQUING SEQUENCE GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-5 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 112: Proper Torque For Fasteners

    They do not apply if special graphited or molydisulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used. This applies to both UNF fine and UNC coarse threads. Table 2: GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-6 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 113: Motor Mounting Plate

    Make sure washer is right side up with the relief of the washer clearing the radius of the bolt. Apply Never-Seeze of equivalent to threads of Blade Bolt. Use Stover Lock Nut. Torque to required value as per Table 4. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-7 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 114: Installation & Removal Of Locking Assembly

    NOTE: In installations subjected to extreme corrosion, the slits in clamp collars item “1” and “2” as well as in center collar item “3” should be sealed with a suitable caulking compound or otherwise. GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-8...
  • Page 115: Removal

    Release connection by progressively tightening all push-off screws in diametrical sequence except for screws adjacent to slit in clamp collar item “1”, which should be tightened one after the other. Table 6: GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-9 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 116: General Instructions

    3500 PSI with a correspondingly lower flow rate. The shaft speed must not - UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES - exceed 1800 RPM. Secure all wear parts as per factory original installation. (Following servicing, sharpening, etc.) GRIZZLY 66 03/08 Maintenance Section 5-10 © 2008 Alamo Group Inc.
  • Page 118: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES 1.01. Alamo Industrial warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal purchaser (“Purchaser”) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser 1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at one of its factories, to be defective under normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship.
  • Page 119 TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly and follow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual. The Table of Contents clearly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you need. The OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT (1928.51 Subpart C) makes these minimum safety require- ments of tractor operators: REQUIRED OF THE OWNER:...
  • Page 120 GRIZZLY 66-SOM-03/08 P/N 02975193C Printed U.S.A...

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