Brush Wolf 72HD/O User manual

SKID STEER BRUSH CUTTERS
Open Front/Extreme-Duty Series
72HD/O | 72XP/O
78HD/O | 78XP/O
Operator’s Manual
WHY READ THIS MANUAL?
Before operating your new Brush Wolf brush cutter, read this entire manual to understand
1) safety precautions, 2) operating instructions, and 3) maintenance schedule to help keep
you safe and your equipment running smoothly for years to come.

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TAKE A MINUTE TO WRITE DOWN THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
FOR FUTURE SERVICE, REPAIR, AND WARRANTY INQUIRIES.
DATE OF PURCHASE ____________________________________________________
MODEL NO. ____________________________________________________
SERIAL NO. ____________________________________________________
DEALER NAME ____________________________________________________
SALES REP NAME ____________________________________________________
DEALER PHONE NO. ____________________________________________________
DEALER EMAIL ____________________________________________________
DEALER ADDRESS ____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
OWNER REFERENCE INFORMATION

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THANK YOU
Welcome to the Brush Wolf family!
You’ve made a smart choice! We hope
you love your brush cutter as much as
we love making it. If you have any issues,
please contact us at any time. We’re
here to help.
Brush Wolf
877-390-9857
[email protected]
www.brushwolf.com
07/18/23
SAFETY FIRST! ..................................................2-3
OPERATING YOUR BRUSH CUTTER.....4-7
MAINTENANCE ............................................... 8-10
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................11
HOW TO REPLACE BLADES.......................12
PARTS SECTION
72HD/O ...........................................................14-15
72XP/O ............................................................16-17
78HD/O ..........................................................18-19
78XP/O ............................................................20-21
WARRANTY INFORMATION .........................22
WHAT’S INSIDE

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SITE INSPECTION
Before operating your brush cutter, carefully
inspect the area to be cleared. Remove any
items that may be picked up and thrown
by the cutting blades, such as wire, pipes,
rocks, etc. Mark objects that are too large
to move. This is an important step to avoid
personal injury, damage to property, the
brush cutter, or your skid steer. If an object
is struck while operating the brush cutter,
immediately shut down power to both the
brush cutter and the skid steer. Any damage
should be corrected and tested before the
continuation of cutting.
SKID STEER AUXILIARY
HYDRAULIC FLOW
Check the specifications of your brush
cutter’s rated gallons per minute (GPM) to
correctly match the hydraulic flow of your
skid steer to ensure proper operation.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
The following safety instructions are provided to alert you to precautions that, if
not followed, may cause serious injury to yourself or to others. Please read these
instructions completely. Brush Wolf/Cross-Tech Manufacturing cannot cover every
incident that might be a hazard. Extreme caution should be used at all times. Only
use your Brush Wolf brush cutter for the purpose for which it has been designed.
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION
Disconnect the unit from the skid steer.
To inspect or to make repairs under the
cutter deck, always block the unit securely
to prevent accidental release of the lift
mechanism.
Inspect all hydraulic connections to ensure
they are tight, and hoses and shields are in
good condition before applying pressure.
Hydraulic fluid can escape under pressure
and may cause serious injury or death. If
this type of injury occurs, seek medical
attention immediately.
SAFETY GEAR
Wear safety goggles, hearing protection,
and a hard hat. Only operate the skid steer
behind a shatterproof forestry-rated door
and cab.
SAFETY FIRST!

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BRUSH WOLF OPERATOR’S MANUAL | SAFETY FIRST!
DO NOT operate near bystanders, vehicles,
pets, livestock, or buildings. Objects may
discharge while cutting with the brush cutter
and has the potential to cause serious injury.
DO NOT operate the brush cutter until
everyone on your work crew is alerted to the
dangers of walking up to the brush cutter while
in operation.
DO NOT operate the brush cutter in conditions
with poor visibility.
DO NOT operate while intoxicated or if taking
medications that may impair your senses or
reactions.
DO NOT allow children to operate the
brush cutter. Only individuals with skid steer
experience who are well acquainted with the
rules of safe operation should be allowed to
operate the brush cutter.
DO NOT operate the skid steer without a
shatterproof forestry-rated door and cab.
DO NOT place hands, feet, or other objects
under the deck while the brush cutter is in
operation.
DO NOT raise the mower deck while blades
are rotating. Operation with the mower raised
will expose the cutting blades and may cause
serious injury or death to yourself or others.
DO NOT allow anyone or any item on top of the
mower deck while in operation.
DO NOT expose the underside of the blades
towards the cab while in operation.
DO NOT continue operation if an unexpected
object is struck. IMMEDIATELY shut down
power to both the brush cutter and the skid
steer. Disconnect the hydraulic couplers from
the power source. Evaluate the damage, repair,
and then test the unit before operation.
DO NOT leave the brush cutter unattended
while in a raised position. Always make sure
both the runners are placed firmly on the
ground and shut down the skid steer.
DO NOT attempt to straighten blades. Order
replacement blades if blades are bent, cracked,
or damaged.