Section 1: Assembly & Set-up
Table of Contents
AP-SC7072 Skid Cutter 326-974MK2/6/19
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Skid Steer Requirements
The Skid Cutter is designed to attach to skid steer loaders
and track loaders with the following minimum
requirements:
Hitch type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ISO 24410
Rated Operating Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3500 lbs
Hydraulic Pressure Rating . . . . . . . . . . up to 3500 psi
High Volume Motor & Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . 26-43 gpm
Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Polycarbonate
Case Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Optional
Skid Steer Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . See warning below
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Lightweight power machines may need weight added to the
rear to maintain steering control and prevent forward
tipping or side tipping caused by a heavy front load. Consult
your power machine Operator’s Manual to determine
proper weight requirements and maximum weight
limitations.
• Consult your skid steer’s manual for operating capacity,
lifting capacity, and operating specifications. Exceeding
rated capacities and specifications can result in a roll-over
or other serious hazard.
• Do not operate any hammer or mulching equipment on an
open cab machine or on a machine with a tempered front
glass window/door. We strongly recommend use of a
polycarbonate front glass door/window when operating any
hammer or mulching equipment.
Dealer Preparations
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Allow only persons to operate this attachment who have fully
read and comprehended this manual, who are properly trained
to operate the attachment safely, and who are age 16 or older.
Serious injury or death can result from the failure to read,
understand, and follow instructions provided in this manual.
Read and understand the Operator’s Manual for this
cutter. An understanding of how it works will aid in the
assembly and setup of your cutter.
This Skid Cutter has been partially assembled at the
factory. However, some assembly will be necessary.
It is best to go through the “Assembly Checklist” on this
page before assembling the cutter. Speed up your
assembly task and make the job safer by having all the
needed parts and equipment readily at hand.
Ensure that the intended skid steer conforms to the
requirements stated under the heading “Skid Steer
Requirements” on this page.
Uncrating
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
Always secure cutter with an overhead crane, fork lift, or
other suitable lifting device before removing hardware bags,
shipping components, bands, lag screws, or hitch pins. The
cutter can suddenly fall.
1. Secure deck with an overhead crane, fork lift, or other
suitable means before cutting shipping support
bands and unbolting cutter from shipping crate.
2. Cut bands securing parts bags to the shipping crate.
3. Remove bolts securing hitch to the shipping crate.
4. Cut center band securing hitch to shipping crate.
5. Carefully lift cutter from crate and lower onto its skids
or onto support stands capable of supporting the
cutter.
6. Remove remaining components from crate. Discard
crate.
Torque Requirements
See “Torque Values Chart” on page 29 to determine
correct torque values when tightening hardware.
Assembly Checklist
Check
All hardware from the factory has been installed. If a part or
fastener is temporarily removed for assembly, remember where
it goes. Keep parts separated.
Be sure the parts get used in the correct location. By double
checking while you assemble, you will lessen the chance of
using a bolt incorrectly that may be needed later. Use Parts
Manual to identify location of parts you are unsure of where
they are used.
All grease fittings are in place and lubricated.
Miscellaneous assembly tools: hammer, tape measure,
assortment of wrenches and a level.
Have fork lift or loader along with chains and safety stands
sized for the job ready for the assembly task.
Auxiliary weights (depending on skid steer
size).
Have a minimum of 2 people at hand while assembling.
Safety decals are legible and undamaged.
Loose parts bag/box shipped with the Skid Cutter.
Section 1: Assembly & Set-up