Baumalight S14 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Issue Date: September 2021
S14 And S18 Stump Grinder

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Overview...................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Intended Use And Foreseeable Misuse .................................................................................... 2
2 SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................ 3
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety Words.................................................................................... 3
2.2 Operational Hazards................................................................................................................... 3
Prepare For Emergencies .......................................................................................................... 4
Replace Safety Signs ................................................................................................................. 5
Do Not Allow Riders ................................................................................................................... 5
Lower Operating Speed ............................................................................................................. 5
Avoid Rollover ............................................................................................................................ 5
Avoid Powerlines & Underground Utilities .............................................................................. 6
Detach Stump Grinder Safely.................................................................................................... 6
Hazards From Modifying Equipment ........................................................................................ 7
2.3 Maintenance Hazards................................................................................................................. 9
3 SAFETY SIGNS .................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1 Safety Signs - S14 ................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Safety Signs - S18 .................................................................................................................... 12
4 OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 Preparation for Use .................................................................................................................. 14
4.2 Machine Components .............................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Attach To Skidsteer .................................................................................................................. 15
4.4 Detach From Skidsteer ............................................................................................................ 16
4.5 Transporting.............................................................................................................................. 16
4.6 Carbide Teeth Break-In............................................................................................................. 17
4.7 First Time User Tips ................................................................................................................. 17
4.8 Field Operation ......................................................................................................................... 18
5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................... 20
5.1 Replace Cutting Teeth - S18 .................................................................................................... 20
5.2 Rotate Cutting Teeth - S14 ....................................................................................................... 21
5.3 Replace Cutting Teeth - S14 .................................................................................................... 21
5.4 Replace Tooth Holder - S14 ..................................................................................................... 22
5.5 Replace Coupler - S14.............................................................................................................. 22
5.6 Replace Coupler - S18.............................................................................................................. 23
5.7 Maintenance.............................................................................................................................. 23
6 TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................................................ 24
7 WARRANTY........................................................................................................................................ 25
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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Baumalight
Skidsteer Stump Grinder to complement your
stump grinding operation. This equipment has
been designed and manufactured to meet the
needs of a discriminating buyer for efcient
grinding of stumps.
This new and unique design allows us to build it
very economically and makes it a very compact
unit for storage and transport. The self feeding
design of the frame and enhanced visibility
make the stump grinder easy and efcient to
operate. Hydraulic controls are easy to adjust
and operate from most skidsteer loaders.
The debris shield is standard equipment on
all stump grinders. It is recommended that the
stump grinder never be operated with out one.
Safe, efcient and trouble free operation of your
Stump Grinder requires that you and anyone
else who will be operating or maintaining the
Stump Grinder, read and understand the Safety,
Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
information contained within the Operator’s
Manual.
This manual covers the S14 and S18
Baumalight Skidsteer Stump Grinders. Use the
Table of Contents as a guide to locate required
information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference
and to pass on to new operators or owners.
Call your Baumalight dealer, distributor or the
factory if you need assistance, information or
additional copies of the manuals.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions
left, right, front and rear, as mentioned
throughout this manual, are as seen from
the skidsteer driver’s seat and facing in the
direction of travel.
1.1 Overview
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The stump grinder is designed to be used by
experienced operators, trained in the safe
operation of a tractor and trained in the hazards
related to using the stump grinder and the safe use
of the grinder for the intended purpose. Operators
will require personal protective equipment to
reduce the risk from some hazards that cannot be
completely eliminated or controlled by the design
of the tool.
Care is required to ensure that the stump grinder
tool will not come across metallic objects, stones
or other materials.
Stump grinder tools are not designed for use in
hazardous atmospheres where there is a risk
of re or explosion due to ammable gases or
vapors. Use in hazardous, explosive atmospheres
is prohibited.
Serious injury or death of the operator or bystanders
may be caused if the tool is misused. Misuse may
also cause damage to the machine carrying the
implement.
1.2 Intended Use And Foreseeable
Misuse
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2 SAFETY
You must read, understand and follow the
instructions given by the operating unit
manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this
manual.
The safety information in this manual is denoted
by the safety alert symbol:
^
This symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The level of risk is indicated by the following signal
words:
^^ DANGER
DANGER - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, WILL
result in death or serious injury.
^ WARNING
WARNING - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
^ CAUTION
CAUTION - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE - Indicates a situation that could
result in damage to the equipment or
other property.
2.2 Operational Hazards
^ WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death.
Read and understand this manual before
operating stump grinder.
Always stop engine and remove key
before leaving operators seat.
Never allow anyone near the stump
grinder during operation.
Travel at a safe speed.
^ WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death from
moving parts.
Moving parts can crush and dismember.
Do not operate without guards and
shields in place.
Disconnect and lockout power source
before adjusting or servicing.
^ WARNING
Use stump grinder only for the designed
applications.
Any other use may result in personal
injury, damage to equipment and may
void the warranty.
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety
Words
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^ WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death.
Verify stump grinder is locked to
quick attach hitch before operation or
transport.
^ WARNING
Protect from ying debris.
Wear proper safety glasses, goggles,
or a face shield to protect from ying
debris.
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual
and on equipment safety signs. Keep safety signs
in good condition and replace missing or damaged
safety signs.
New equipment components and repair parts must
include the current safety decal.
Learn how to properly operate equipment.
NEVER operate or work around this equipment
without proper instruction, while fatigued or under
the inuence of alcohol, prescription or non-
prescription medication or if feeling ill.
Keep your equipment in proper working condition.
Know the regulations and laws that apply to you
and your industry. This manual is not to replace
any regulations or laws. Additional information
may be found at: www.asae.org or www.osha.gov.
If you do not understand any part of this manual,
contact Baumalight at 866-820-7603.
Prepare For Emergencies
• Be prepared in case of emergencies.
• Keep a re extinguisher and rst aid kit close
to the machine.
• Keep emergency phone numbers close to your
phone.
• Know your address so emergency services
can locate you if an emergency arises.
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Replace Safety Signs
• Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
• Safety signs are identied in Section 3 of this
manual.
• Replacement safety signs are available from
your Baumalight dealer.
Do Not Allow Riders
• NEVER lift or carry anyone with stump grinder.
• NEVER use stump grinder as a work platform.
• NEVER allow passengers on stump grinder.
Lower Operating Speed
• Lower operating speed while loading, unloading
or performing heavy operations.
• Keep load low and move at slow speeds on
rough or uneven terrain.
Avoid Rollover
The equipment may rollover, resulting in death or
serious injury. To help prevent rollover:
• Travel at a slow speed.
• Avoid sharp turns & sudden movement on
slopes.
• Carry loads close to the ground.
• Avoid holes, ditches and other obstructions
which may cause equipment to rollover.
• Balance load so weight is evenly distributed
and load is stable.
• Use caution when operating on slopes and do
not operate on excessively steep slopes.
• Do not exceed load capacity of equipment.
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Avoid Powerlines & Underground
Utilities
• Check clearance before raising equipment.
• Have local utilities locate and mark under
ground wires, cables, pipelines and other
hazards before grinding.
^ DANGER
Prevent electrocution.
Death or serious injury can result if
equipment comes near or contacts
power lines.
Electrocution can occur without direct
contact.
DO NOT leave the operator’s seat if any part of the
equipment contacts electric lines or cables.
Detach Stump Grinder Safely
Detach stump grinder on a rm and level surface.
Stump grinder may fall over if detached on unlevel
or soft surface. Be sure people, livestock and pets
are clear of machinery.
Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic hoses.
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Raised Attachment
^ WARNING
Crushing hazard.
Raised, unsupported stump grinder can
fall, resulting in death or serious injury.
Never enter the area under a raised
stump grinder.
A raised stump grinder can lower unexpectedly,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NEVER enter area under a raised stump grinder
unless stump grinder is properly and safely
supported.
Lower stump grinder to ground, engage parking
brake, shut off engine and remove key before
servicing.
Hazards From Modifying Equipment
Do not make any alterations to your stump grinder.
Altering may cause your equipment to be unsafe
and may void the manufacturers’ warranty.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
^ WARNING
Pressurized uids can penetrate the
skin.
Hydraulic hoses can fail from age,
damage and exposure.
Use body and face protection while
searching for leaks. A tiny, almost
invisible leak can penetrate the skin,
thereby requiring immediate medical
attention.
Use wood or cardboard to detect
hydraulic leaks, never use your hands.
Escaping uid under pressure can penetrate the
skin causing serious injury.
Prevent the hazard by relieving pressure before
connecting or disconnecting hydraulic lines. Verify
all connections are tight before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard or wood.
Protect hands and body from high pressure uids.
If an accident occurs, get immediate medical
attention.
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Avoid Wood Dust Inhalation
^WARNING
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood
dust, a substance known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
^WARNING
Wear an approved dust mask or
respirator.
Follow local, state and federal
regulations.
Avoid Loud Noise
^ WARNING
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Wear a suitable hearing protective device
such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect
against objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noises.
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2.3 Maintenance Hazards
Before servicing, park machine on a rm and
level surface, set parking brake, chock wheels,
and place a “Do Not Operate” tag on control
panel. Read and understand this manual. If you
do not understand any part of the manual, contact
Baumalight at 866-820-7603.
Always wear face and/or eye protection, safety
shoes, and other protective equipment appropriate
for the job.
Do not make unauthorized modications. Contact
Baumalight at 866-820-7603. Before you weld,
cut/drill holes, or make any other modications.
Always use Baumalight replacement parts.
^ WARNING
Moving parts can crush and cut.
Keep clear of moving components.
Follow lockout procedure before
servicing.
^ WARNING
Crushing hazard.
Before performing inspections, service
or maintenance:
Park machine on rm, level surface.
Engage parking brake.
Lower stump grinder to the ground.
Turn engine off and remove key.
Place “Do Not Operate” tag on control
panel.
^ WARNING
Entanglement hazard.
Keep clear of moving components.
Wear proper protective equipment
appropriate for the job.
^ WARNING
Burn hazard.
Hot and high pressure hydraulic oil.
Allow oil to cool before servicing.
^WARNING
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood
dust, a substance known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
^WARNING
Wear an approved dust mask or
respirator.
Follow local, state and federal
regulations.
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3 SAFETY SIGNS
3.1 Safety Signs - S14
The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial
and have a yellow background. The panel with a
triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel
without a triangle indicates how to avoid the hazard.
If any of the decals are missing, are damaged, or
if you do not understand the decal, please contact
your dealer.
A
B
E
A
B
D
C
F
A. D005127 ^WARNING - Pinch point / crush
hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away
from machine.
D005127
B. D005223 ^WARNING - Rotating blade
hazard. Keep back 75m while machine is
operating. Wait for blade to stop before
approaching machine.
D005223
75 M
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C. D005126 ^ WARNING - Pressurized uid
hazard. Keep away from machine.
D005126
D. D005262 ^WARNING - P65 warning
information.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including 1,3-Butadiene and lead, which are known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
D005262
E. D005125 ^WARNING - Read and understand
safety signs on the machine and operating
instructions in this manual before operating
machine.
D005125
F. D005130 ^WARNING - Rotating parts
hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away
from machine.
D005130
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3.2 Safety Signs - S18
The two and four panel safety decals are pictorial
and have a yellow background. The panel with a
triangle indicates the potential hazard. The panel
without a triangle indicates how to avoid the
hazard.
If any of the decals are missing, are damaged, or
if you do not understand the decal, please contact
your dealer.
A
B
E
A
B
D
C
F
A. D005127 ^WARNING - Pinch point / crush
hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away
from machine.
D005127
B. D005223 ^WARNING - Rotating blade
hazard. Keep back 75m while machine is
operating. Wait for blade to stop before
approaching machine.
D005223
75 M
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C. D005126 ^ WARNING - Pressurized uid
hazard. Keep away from machine.
D005126
D. D005262 ^WARNING - P65 warning
information.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including 1,3-Butadiene and lead, which are known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
D005262
E. D005125 ^WARNING - Read and understand
safety signs on the machine and operating
instructions in this manual before operating
machine.
D005125
F. D005130 ^WARNING - Rotating parts
hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away
from machine.
D005130
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Although the stump grinder has been carefully
inspected and checked prior to shipment from
manufacturer, it is recommended that the unit be
thoroughly inspected.
Check all bolts for tightness and remove all shipping
tags, bags, skids, and blocking. Check swing
frame to ensure that it is free from obstruction and
can operate smoothly without binding.
Remove stabilizer pin before use to allow cutting
wheel frame to pivot while grinding.
D005443
Remove any masking materials afxed during
painting. Inspect the skid-steer and any accessory
equipment to verify that nameplates and all safety
warning, caution signs and decals provided with
the equipment are in place and clearly visible.
Visually inspect the unit before each start up.
Check for loose or missing parts and any damage
that may have occurred during moving or shipping.
Review all skidsteer pre-start instructions, and
ensure that all recommended steps and procedures
have been followed. Never bar over the rotor, This
could cause damage and result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
4 OPERATION
4.1 Preparation for Use
The stump grinder must be lifted in a vertical
direction only. Due to the weight of the rotor, the
device must be adjusted accordingly.
Note: Always keep the weight of the machine in
mind. Never position body in line of impact.
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A. Debris Shield
B. Hydraulic Motor
C. Cutting Wheel Shield
D. Quick Attach
E. Manual Storage Tube
F. Cutting Wheel
A
B
E
C
D
F
4.2 Machine Components
^ WARNING
To prevent injury or machine damage
put transmission in “Park”.
Never position yourself between
skidsteer and stump grinder.
Only experienced and properly trained
operator’s should operate the skidsteer
and stump grinder.
1. Read and follow all safety instructions.
2. Attach skidsteer to stump grinder. See skidsteer
Operator’s Manual.
3. Verify pins are secure in the correct position.
4. Connect hydraulic hoses. Verify hydraulic
hoses are clear of pinch areas and moving
parts.
5. Move to a clear open area to test functions.
4.3 Attach To Skidsteer
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4.4 Detach From Skidsteer
^ WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death caused
by unexpected movement:
1. Park skidsteer on a level surface.
2. Engage skidsteer park brake.
3. Disconnect hydraulic hoses.
4. Shut off engine and remove key.
1. Park skidsteer on a level surface.
2. Lower stump grinder to the ground.
3. Shut off engine and remove key.
4. Disconnect hydraulic hoses.
5. Detach skidsteer from stump grinder. See
skidsteer Operator’s Manual.
1. Verify all reectors and Slow Moving Vehicle
(SMV) sign are visible.
2. Raise stump grinder slightly off ground.
3. Verify hydraulics are disengaged.
4. Travel at a reasonable and safe speed.
^ WARNING
To prevent bodily injury from rotating
cutting wheel, be sure to disengage
hydraulics before transporting.
4.5 Transporting
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During the rst few hours of use, avoid hitting
stones as much as possible to allow the carbide
teeth to wear slightly. This can be done by keeping
the cutting wheel above ground level.
Brand new carbide tips are razor sharp and can
chip and shatter easily when they hit hard objects.
Once the razor sharpness has worn away, the tips
do not chip as easily.
Observing these precautions will extend the life of
the carbide teeth and reduce operating expenses.
4.6 Carbide Teeth Break-In
• Before starting, stand to side of stump grinder
and look at center point on bottom of cutting
wheel, this will appear different from the
skidsteer seat and can be very deceiving.
• Operate all functions in an open area with
skidsteer in idle to get a good feel for the
controls, do not expect to get rst stump done
fast.
• Run throttle only at half speed for rst time
users.
^ WARNING
Always turn off skidsteer and disengage
hydraulic drive before getting off the
seat and approaching the cutting wheel.
^WARNING
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood
dust, a substance known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
^WARNING
Wear an approved dust mask or
respirator.
Follow local, state and federal
regulations.
4.7 First Time User Tips
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4.8 Field Operation
^ WARNING
Prevent serious injury or death caused
by unexpected movement:
1. Park skidsteer on a level surface.
2. Engage skidsteer park brake.
3. Disengage hydraulic drive.
4. Lower stump grinder to the ground.
5. Shut off engine and remove key.
^ WARNING
Never operate stump grinder when other
people are in the vicinity.
Do not allow riders on skidsteer.
^ WARNING
Never operate stump grinder when other
people are in the vicinity. Debris can be
thrown several feet from cutting area.
Keep all shields in place.
^WARNING
Drilling, sawing, sanding or machining
wood products can expose you to wood
dust, a substance known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
Avoid inhaling wood dust or use a dust
mask or other safeguards for personal
protection. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/wood.
^WARNING
Wear an approved dust mask or
respirator.
Follow local, state and federal
regulations.
1. Attach stump grinder to skidsteer. See
Attaching/Detaching in this section.
2. If stump is on a grade, position skidsteer in
low area. This will position stump grinder in
high area for a greater advantage of weight for
stable cutting.
3. Move over stump so cutting wheel torques
downward pushing frame up to avoid binding.
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