Summary of Contents for Blue Diamond 103600
- Page 1 Heavy Duty Mini Excavator Brush Cutter Operation and Maintenance Manual Register your WARRANTY within 30 days of purchase 888-376-7027 | BlueDiamondAttachments.com...
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Page 2: Introduction: Owner Information
Make sure that all personnel have read this Operator’s Manual and thoroughly understand safe and correct operating, installation, and maintenance procedures. Model Number: _____________________________ Blue Diamond® is continually working to improve its Serial Number: _____________________________ products. Blue Diamond® reserves the right to make Dealer Name:... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.5 Direct Drive – Rev 000 / 001 ........32 5.6 Hose Set – All Models ........... 33 5.7 Safety Decals ..............34 6. Specifications ................36 6.1 Attachment Specifications ..........36 6.2 Torque Specifications ............ 37 Warranty .................... 39 Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction 1.1 Attachment Identification Hose Set Motor Cover Mount Plate Blade Skid Shoes... -
Page 5: About This Attachment
This cutter can also be utilized to clear limbs away 103709 13–22 GPM from the edges of fields or road / path right– 103712 23–28 GPM of–ways, pipeline access, wildfire prevention, 50” 103713 28–33 GPM vegetation management, invasive plant control, and wildlife restoration. 103714 34–41 GPM Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 6: Safety
Ensure that all safety pictograms/decals are IMPORTANT legible. If pictograms/decals are worn, they must be replaced with new ones obtained from Blue Diamond®. The signal word IMPORTANT identifies procedures which must be followed to avoid • Before using the machine, make sure that damage to the machine. -
Page 7: Operators
In case of doubt regarding the use of the machine and/or the interpretation of this manual, the operator must contact either their dealer or Blue Diamond®. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 8: Safety Guidelines
2. Safety 2.3 Safety Guidelines • DO NOT operate equipment in poor visibility conditions such as fog, darkness, or any Operating Safety conditions that limit clear visibility less than 300 feet (100 m) in front of and to the sides of •... -
Page 9: Transporting Safety
Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage. • Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable solvents. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 10: Operation
3. Operation 3.1 General Information • Lubricate the brush cutter in accordance to the maintenance schedule on page 20. Pre–Operation Inspection • Fully clean the attachment. Before operating the Heavy Duty Mini Excavator • Check the brush cutter mounting plate for Brush Cutter for the first time and each time damage. -
Page 11: Entering And Exiting The Prime Mover
Bracket Interchange Installation AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH • Always park on a flat, level surface. Your Blue Diamond® Mini Excavator Brush Cutter • Lower the arm, and place attachment flat on can be used on various brands of mini excavators the ground. - Page 12 3. Operation 3.3 Attachment Installation Connecting Attachment To The Machine Cont’d REAR Bracket Interchange Installation Cont’d RIGHT The bracket interchange (Figure 1, page 11) is secured to the attachment with 12 bolts. Always insert all hardware and torque them according to the value found in the Torque Specifications chart on page 37.
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Page 13: Connecting Hydraulic Hoses
Immediate medical attention is required. Wear goggles. Use cardboard to check for leaks. Relieve auxiliary hydraulic pressure. (See the machine’s Operator’s Manual for correct procedure). Disconnect attachment hydraulic hoses from the machine. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 14: Pre-Operation
3. Operation 3.4 Pre–Operation CAUTION Machine Requirements AVOID INJURY OR PRODUCT FAILURE DANGER This attachment was designed for hydraulic system pressures of 3200 psi (220 bar) maximum. Pressures over this specification could result in FLYING DEBRIS OR OBJECTS WILL CAUSE minor or major injury and / or product failure. -
Page 15: Operation
Never put hands, feet or objects into or under DANGER brush cutter when engine is running. • Keep bystanders away. • No riders. STAY BACK 200 FEET • Stop engine before leaving the machine to service. WARNING Never allow riders on the attachment. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 16: Operating The Attachment
3. Operation 3.5 Operating the Attachment 6. Restart the excavator. With the brush cutter raised off the ground and the engine throttle Initial Setup set just above idle, engage the cutter drive circuit to start the cutter. Allow the cutter to come up to speed before increasing engine IMPORTANT speed. - Page 17 Maintain a safe swing and travel speed while cutting. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Page 18: Cutting Procedures
3. Operation 3.5 Operating the Attachment DO NOT enter into an area to be cut before the cutter rotation come up to the operating speed. Cont’d Cutting Tips Getting Familiar with the Attachment Cont’d WARNING WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Never operate this attachment when bystanders AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH are in proximity of the work area that could result... - Page 19 DO NOT use this attachment to “push” down trees without the cutter being used. Always allow the cutter to come up to operating speed before moving the attachment into the material you want to cut. Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Page 20: Maintenance
4. Maintenance 4.1 Service Schedule SERVICE PROCEDURES DESCRIPTION Check Clean Lube Change Adjust Drain Daily Maintenance (or every 8 hours) Hydraulic Fittings • • Hydraulic Hoses • • Hydraulic Motor Blades (wear, damage, and • loosening) • Blade Carrier • All Hardware •... -
Page 21: Drive Assembly
Check discharge for the presence of oil as this through the zerk until excess grease escapes from may signify a leaking motor. the small hole on the opposite side of the housing as shown in Figure 5. Figure 5 Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 22: Every Season
Store in an area not frequented by children. floor. 4. Repeat steps 1–3 until all blade nuts and bolts 4.7 Blade Assembly have been removed. NOTE: Blue Diamond® recommends replacing the Blade Removal bolt and nut every time the blades are changed. Blade Installation DANGER 1. -
Page 23: Maintenance
Grind both blades to the similar shape and size, being careful not to create a mismatched set of blades. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 24: Drive Disassembly & Assembly
Drive Assembly Reassemble in reverse order. See below for notes To prevent voiding warranty coverage, contact on reassembly. Blue Diamond® Product Support before the disassembly of any drive compents. • Align the tab of washer with the groove in the spindle, and slide down onto the bearing. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Leak in excavator hydraulic system Investigate and repair. Possible excessive system pressure. Contact your Excavator’s auxiliary system problem excavator dealer. Blades do not spin when flow is activated Possible excessive system pressure. Contact Blue Hydraulic motor failed. Diamond® Product Support. Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 26: Parts
5. Parts 5.1 Differences Between Revisions Revision 000 C–flange motor Grease–filled direct drive with bellow assembly Wire protection rings and studs The blade bolt access cover bolt welded to the bottom of the holes are perpendicular to the deck and top of the blade carrier deck braces. -
Page 27: Main Breakdown - All Models
5. Parts 5.2 Main Breakdown – All Models 50” Models Only Blue Diamond® Attachments... - Page 28 50” Chain Retainer Bar — — Revision 000 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 36” 42” 50” Contact Blue Diamond® Product Brush Cutter Deck Weldment Support 203008 Blade Bolt Inspection Cover 203685 Motor Cover 216402 Storage Tube for Manual See pages 29 & 30 Hydraulics —...
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Page 29: Blade Carrier Assembly - All Models
Brush Cutter Blade Pivot Bolt Revision 000 ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 203627 36” Blade Carrier 203678 42” Blade Carrier 203723 50” Blade Carrier 203620 36” Blade 203670 42” Blade 203720 50” Blade 203030 Blade Nut 203035 Brush Cutter Blade Pivot Bolt Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 30: Hydraulics Breakdown - All Models
5. Parts 5.4 Hydraulics Breakdown – All Models Deck... - Page 31 Motor Bolt 203775 Motor to Drive Gasket 203629 Direct Drive Assembly 299657 Stover Nut 3/4” 299466 3/4” x 2” Hex Head Bolt 295010-M12JIC-M12ORB Hydraulic Straight Fitting Male #12 JIC x Male #12 ORB 203109 Grease Bellow Assembly Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Page 32: Direct Drive - Rev 000 / 001
203630 Mini Spindle Housing 203632 Mini Spindle 203635 Bearing 203638 Seal 203640 Washer 203642 Lock Washer 203645 203639 Seal Retaining Snap Ring IMPORTANT To prevent voiding warranty coverage, contact Blue Diamond® Product Support before the disassembly of any drive compents. -
Page 33: Hose Set - All Models
203032 Hose Set 295010-M12JIC-M12ORB Hydraulic Straight Fitting Male #12 JIC x Male #12 Oring Boss 224012 Coupler, Male Flat Face Style, 1/2” Body, 3/4” Oring #12 224011 Coupler, Female Flat Face Style, 1/2” Body, 3/4” Oring #12 Blue Diamond® Attachments... -
Page 34: Safety Decals
5. Parts 5.7 Safety Decals... - Page 35 Decal, Danger Debris Discharge Area Stay Back 200 Feet 3.0” x 11.9062” BD-053 Decal, Danger Do Not Operate Without Cab and Glass Guard 3.0” x 8.0” BD-113 Decal, Blue Diamond Attachments Diamond Shape 5.0” x 6.35” BD-072 Decal, Warning Use Over 26 GPMs 2.5” x 4.0” Blue Diamond® Attachments...
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Page 36: Specifications
(220 bar) Drive Lubricant Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2 Grease SPECIAL TORQUE VALUES 1440 ft/lbs Blade Nut (1952 N•m) Model Motor Width Flow Number Size 103600 80cc 13–24 GPM 36” 103610 100cc 29–36 GPM 103650 80cc 13–24 GPM 42” 103660 100cc 25–31 GPM... -
Page 37: Torque Specifications
547 ft / lb 708 ft / lb 773 ft / lb 1000 ft / lb 386 ft / lb 545 ft / lb (289 N•m) (373 N•m) (742 N•m) (960 N•m) (1048 N•m) (1356 N•m) (523 N•m) (739 N•m) Blue Diamond® Attachments... - Page 38 This page intentionally left blank...
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Page 39: Warranty
ATTACHMENTS before work is performed. ® The BLUE DIAMOND® PRODUCT SUPPORT TEAM will advise repairs and applicable parts exchanges. Tampering with the failed part may void the warranty. This warranty does not include freight or delivery charges incurred when returning machinery for servicing. Dealer mileage, service calls, and pickup/delivery charges are the customers’... - Page 40 QUALITY | DEPENDABILITY | INTEGRITY Blue Diamond® Attachments 4512 Anderson Road, Knoxville, TN 37918 888-376-7027...
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