Barreto E16SGP User manual

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THE
MODEL E16SGP/E13SGP CENTER PIVOT
OPERATOR’S MANUAL –ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
STUMP GRINDER INTENDED USE
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The Barreto Stump Grinder is designed to remove in-ground tree stumps and exposed roots. It should not
be used to cut any material other than wood stumps and the surface soil around the stumps or exposed
roots. This machine is not a cultivator or a rotary hoe.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LUBRICATION
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REQUIREMENTS
2
SAFETY MESSAGES 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW
4
STUMP GRINDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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CONTROLS
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ENGINE CONTROLS
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ENGINE START UP PROCEDURE
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9
OPERATOR PREPARATION 10
NOISE EMISSION
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DATA
10
VIBRATION
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EMISSION DATA
11
DETERMINE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
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WORK SITE ASSESSMENT
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CONTRACT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES
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GRINDING
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TIPS
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GROUND TRANSPORT
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OF THE GRINDER
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ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE GRINDER 17

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LUBRICATION
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REQUIREMENTS
Grease at the intervals indicated per the illustration of grease
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lubrication points. There is
also a grease
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diagram decal on the machine.

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SAFETY MESSAGES
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General safety messages are listed in this Safety Messages section. Specific safety messages appear as
appropriate in this manual where a potential hazard may occur if procedures or instructions are not
followed correctly and completely.
SAFETY SYMBOL
This is the international safety alert symbol. This symbol is used in combination with a signal word
and written message to warn you of a potential for bodily injury or death.
A signal word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION" is used with the safety alert symbol.
DANGER: Imminent hazards, that if not avoided, will result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING: Potential hazards or unsafe practices, that if not avoided, could result in serious
personal injury or death:
CAUTION: Potential hazards or unsafe practices, that if not avoided, could result in minor personal
injury, product damage, or property damage.
Safety decals with a signal word "DANGER", "WARNING", or "CAUTION" are affixed to the stump
grinder near specific hazards.
This machine shall always be used in accordance with this manual. Study it and ALL decals on the stump
grinder before operating the stump grinder.
ALWAYS make sure the engine
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is turned off before performing maintenance
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, cleaning, or transport
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by means other than under its own
power.
Before using, always visually inspect to see that the tools are not worn or damaged. Replace worn or
damaged elements and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
Use extreme caution when reversing the machine towards you.
Do not change the engine
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governor settings or over speed the engine
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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW
READ SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE OPERATING!
USE COMMON SENSE AND PLENTY OF IT!
Call before you cut. If you do not call, you may cause an accident; suffer injuries or death; cause
interruption of services; damage the environment; and/or incur project delays. Expect to be held liable for
any damages caused, if you fail to call.
DANGER: Buried electric cables or gas lines can cause serious injury or death if struck with cutter
wheel. Always determine location of utilities before cutting.
WARNING: Fiber optic cables convey laser light that can injure your eyesight.
STAY CLEAR of moving parts on the stump grinder.
DANGER: Cutter wheel and other moving parts can cut off arms, legs, or fingers. Contact with the
cutter wheel while in operation will cause serious injury or even death. Stay in the operator’s
position at the controls when the cutter wheel is operating. Keep all observers and helpers at a safe distance
from the machine. Stop the cutter wheel immediately if anyone gets too close to the operating machine.
Wear a face safety shield and hardhat while operating or observing!
WARNING: The cutter wheel may throw chips, rocks and
debris into the area around the machine. Keep all bystanders at
a safe distance from the machine. Always wear eye protection
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when operating or observing the machine in
operation.
Wear adequate hearing protection
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while
operating or observing.
WARNING: The machine and cutter wheel are loud when in
operation. Wear ear protection
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when
operating the machine. Exposure to loud noise is cumulative and may
permanently damage your hearing.
Wear safety boots and gloves. Wear close-fitting clothing. Contain long hair. Do not wear jewelry. Wear
reflective clothing if working near traffic.
Only operate outdoors and avoid breathing engine
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exhaust and fumes.
WARNING: Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas that is toxic. Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and death.

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Adequate lighting is required, daylight or artificial, for safe operation of the stump grinder. Allow adequate
side and overhead clearances between machine and buildings, fences, and trees.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW (continued)
WARNING: Contact with the cutter wheel while in operation will cause serious injury or even
death. The teeth of the cutter wheel are sharp. Avoid contact even when the wheel is not moving.
Avoid inclines if possible.
WARNING: Navigating on any incline increases the danger of the machine losing traction or
rolling over, especially if the surface is wet. If you lose control, get out of the way immediately to
avoid personal injury. Navigation on inclines should be especially slow and turns very gradual. Refer to the
incline diagram in the section, “GROUND TRANSPORT
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”. Wheel
housing frame must be locked before moving unit on any surface including inclines.
Avoid operating adjacent to drop-offs or embankments.
Always leave machine parked on a level surface.
Do not leave machine unattended with the engine
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running.
Do not operate machine near any source of flammable dust or vapors.
WARNING: Sparks from the engine
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exhaust can cause an explosion or fire in a
flammable or explosive atmosphere. Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode.
Do not operate machine near flames or sparks.
WARNING: Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start engine
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but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source
of
ignition until the vapors have dissipated.
Shut off engine
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and allow it to cool before refueling.
WARNING: Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. Refuel outdoors and do not smoke when
refueling. Do not refuel near a source flames or sparks. Always store fuel in containers
specifically designed for this purpose. Add fuel before starting engine
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. Never
remove the cap
on the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine
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is running or when the engine
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"ENGINE"
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is hot.
WARNING: Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Do not touch the engine
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, muffler, or any of the belt components until cool.
WARNING: Muffler and engine
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get hot enough to cause serious burns. For the
safety of yourself and others, allow enough time for the engine
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, muffler, and the
hydraulic fluid
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to cool completely before performing any cleaning or
maintenance
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.
WARNING: Stay clear of the articulation area while the engine
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is running.

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WARNING: Never operate machine during storms or where lightning is present or nearby.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW
(continued)
WARNING: Keep safety guards and shields in place while the engine
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is running
and keep all operator protection
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systems in place and in operational
condition.
WARNING: Never store the equipment with petrol in the tank inside a building where fumes can
reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine
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to cool before storing in an
enclosure. To
reduce fire hazard, keep the engine
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, muffler, battery
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compartment and fuel storage area free of
any vegetative material and excessive grease
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.
Keep others away. If the job site is near a road or pedestrian path, warn and divert both motorized traffic
and pedestrians. As appropriate, use traffic flag personnel, signs, cones, and lighting devices to insure
safety.
Never allow anybody to ride on the machine.
Never lift machine over any person at any time.
WARNING: If machine should fall, it would crush anybody under it.
We recommend having a fire extinguisher suitable for petrol fires in the operating area.

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STUMP GRINDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS"
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READ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE OPERATING! Both the
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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are in this manual.
Be sure that the engine
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oil and fuel, and the machine hydraulic fluid
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FLUID"
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are all at proper levels before starting the engine
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.
STUDY AND UNDERSTAND CONTROLS
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BEFORE BEGINNING
OPERATION.
CONTROLS
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1. LOCATION
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: Move the Stump Grinder into position manually.
2. WHEEL LOCKS/PARKING BRAKE:
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When the Stump Grinder is in the correct
position, lock the wheels in place by pulling the wheel lock/parking brake levers towards the operator.