DFM CFB16 User manual

© 2019 Dougherty Forestry
Manufacturing All Rights Reserved
Operators Manual
2019Edition
CFB16

Delivery Record
Please Keep & Forward Copy
• The checklist is a reminder of very important information which should be conveyed to the customer at the time
the unit is delivered. Check off each item as it is fully explained to the customer.
• Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing warranty.
• Safe and correct operation and service.
• Daily and periodic inspections.
• Servicing machine regularly and correctly.
• Explain proper cutting procedures.
• Give the Operator’s Manual to the customer and encourage customer to read entire manual.
• Advise customer of safety precautions that must be observed while using the CFB16.
• Review information on how to maintain the CFB16 (See Maintenance section.)
• Review recommended procedures for attaching to or detaching from carrier (See Attaching and Detaching
section.)
• Review equipment safety features
• Review carrier operation. (See basic operation)
• Review service intervals and lubrication points. (See Lubrication and Maintenance section.)
• Review all adjustments.
• Have customer record machine serial number in the Introduction section.
• Dougherty Forestry parts and service.
•Remove and le this page.
DATE DELIVERED ___________________________ SIGNATURE _______________________________________________

*Date of Purchase / Warranty Certicate
MODEL NUMBER: UNIT SERIAL NUMBER:
PURCHASE DATE:
DEALER (if purchased through dealer):
ORIGINAL PURCHASER (PRINT):
ADDRESS:
CITY: STATE:
ZIP:
PHONE:
FAX:
EMAIL:
SIGNATURE:
PLEASE COPY, AND MAIL OR FAX TO:
Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing LTD Co.
211 W. Canyon Run,
Hinton, OK 73047
FAX: [phone]
*WARRANTY WILL BE VOID IF NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 15 DAYS OF THE PURCHASE DATE

Table of Contents
Warranty Policy .................................................................................................................... 2
Introduction........................................................................................................................... 3
About the Manual..............................................................................................................................................3
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................................3
Safe Maintenance & Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................... 4
Daily maintenance .............................................................................................................................................4
Tools & Skill Requirements ................................................................................................................................4
Daily maintenance checklist:..............................................................................................................................4
Practice Safe Maintenance ................................................................................................................................4
Applying Grease..................................................................................................................... 5
Rotating / Replacing Teeth ..................................................................................................... 6
Rotating & Changing The Teeth ........................................................................................................................6
Rotate................................................................................................................................................................6
Replace..............................................................................................................................................................6
Tools..................................................................................................................................................................6
Removing / Replacing the Blade............................................................................................. 7
Disengage Hydraulics and Electronics...............................................................................................................7
Place the Unit on the Ground............................................................................................................................7
Remove The Bolts..............................................................................................................................................7
Attaching the Feller Buncher .................................................................................................. 8
The Mounting Plate ...........................................................................................................................................8
Connecting the Hydraulics ................................................................................................................................8
Connecting the Electronics................................................................................................................................8
Basic Operation ..................................................................................................................... 9
Cutting ..............................................................................................................................................................9
Holding..............................................................................................................................................................9
Accumulating.....................................................................................................................................................9
Carrying...........................................................................................................................................................10
Releasing.........................................................................................................................................................10

1 Year Frame & Component Warranty Policy
A. GENERAL PROVISIONS – The warranties described below are provided by Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing
(“DFM”) to the original purchasers of new Tree Clearing Equipment from DFM or authorized DFM dealers. Warranty
begins on the date of product delivery to the original purchaser.Rental coverage begins (90 days) upon date of
initial rental. Under these warranties, DFM will repair or replace, at its option, any covered part which is found to be
defective in material or workmanship during the applicable warranty term. Warranty service must be performed by
a dealer or service center authorized by DFM to sell and/or service the type of product involved, which will use only
new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by DFM. Warranty service will be performed without charge to
the purchaser for parts or labor. The purchaser will be responsible, however, for any service call and/or transportation
of product to and from the dealer’s or service center’s place of business, for any premium charged for overtime labor
requested by the purchaser, and for any service and/or maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the
warranties below.
All claims for this warranty policy must be accompanied by a copy of the original sales receipt and must be made to
Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing in writing within eight (8) days after the occurrence. Any claim after the eight (8) days
will automatically invalidate the warranty claim.
FRAME & COMPONENTS COVERAGE: Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing offers a twelve (12) month warranty from
date of purchase by the original purchaser. Components may also be under warranty by their original manufacturers
which may vary from this warranty.
Coverage has the following exclusions: The original purchaser is responsible for and must bear the cost of: Normal
maintenance of the machine such as greasing, minor adjustments, etc. Transportation of defective part(s) to and from
Dougherty Forestry Manufacturing or such place where warranty work is being performed. This warranty does not
cover any damage to the machine the DFM product is attached to nor subjected to falling trees or limbs, ying debris,
hydraulic component damage.
B. WARRANTY COVERAGE: All metal housing, fabrication, and components of any new DFM product against
manufactured defects and workmanship.
C. NON-WARRANTY COVERAGE: DFM is not responsible for the following: (1) Used Products: (2) Any product that
has been altered or modified in ways not approved by DFM (3) Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear and tear,
lack of reasonable and proper maintenance, failure to follow operating instructions, damage due to improper use, abuse
or neglect or conditions caused by abuse or neglect, misuse, lack of proper protection during storage, or accident (4)
Normal maintenance parts and service. This warranty does not cover normal wear items. Such items would include,
but not be limited to: blades, carbide inserts, backing blocks, bolts in wear areas, bearings or seals.
D. SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE: To secure warranty service, the purchaser must (1) Report the product defect to an
authorized dealer and request repair within the applicable warranty term, (2) Present evidence of the warranty start date,
and (3) Make the product available to the dealer or service center within a reasonable period of time.
G. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND OTHER REMEDIES: DFM’s Tree Clearing Equipment, to the extent
permitted by law, neither DFM nor any company afliated with it makes any warranties, representations or promises as
to the quality, performance or freedom from defect of DFM’s Tree Clearing Equipment covered by this warranty. Implied
warranties or merchantability and tness for a particular purpose, to the extent applicable, shall be limited in duration to
the applicable period of warranty set forth on this page. The purchaser’s only remedies in connection with the breach or
performance of any warranty on the DFM Tree Clearing Equipment are those set forth on this page. In no event will the
dealer, DFM, or any company afliated with DFM be liable for incidental or consequential damages. (Note: some states
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.) This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
H. NO DEALER WARRANTY: The selling dealer makes no warranty of its own and the dealer has no authority to make
any representation or promise on behalf of DFM, or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by the operator due to improper use of the CFB16or by using the
attachment in a manner other than recommended in the operator’s manual.
Warranty Policy | 2

Introduction | 3
Introduction
About the Manual
This manual is intended as a basic outline for safely
operating the CFB16. The practices within this
manual are intended as a reference, and are not to
be a substitute for conventional safety practices.
DFM assumes no liability for any damage to persons
or property as a result of misuse of its products.
DFM assumes no liability for damage to persons or
property due to lack of adherence to conventional
safety practices in the CFB16’s intended eld of use.
Owner/operator assumes all liability when operating
this product in its intended use as outlined buy this
manual. The Owner/Operator of this product is
strongly discouraged from operating this product
outside of its intended use as outlined by this manual.
DFM encourages owner/operator to fully read and
understand this manual before attempting to use this
product. Owner/operator should be aware of all risks
in the forestry and land clearing industries before using
this product.
Overview
The CFB 16 is a compact hydraulic felling head designed
to cut and carry single trees up to 16" in diameter. The
CFB16 consists of a mounting plate, a deck, a tower, 2
conventional grapple arms ered by 2 cushioned
hydraulic cylinders, a hydraulic motor, a bearing block, a
disk hub, a cutting disk, multiple hoses, couplers, and
valves. The CFB 16 makes use of 1 hinged accumulator
arm, and an additional hydraulic cylinder, which allows
operators to bunch multiple trees at the same time.

Safe Maintenance & Maintenance Schedule| 4
Safe Maintenance & Maintenance Schedule
Daily maintenance
Failure to inspect or maintain the CFB16 daily may
cause premature wear of components, resulting in
component failure. Failure of components may result in
damage to unit, persons, and/or property. DFM
accepts no liability on any damage to property or
persons from failure to observe regular inspection and
maintenance procedures.
Tools & Skill Requirements
*Daily maintenance of your equipment requires basic
tools, skill, and expertise.
Welding & hydraulic repair work should be done by a
licensed professional. For a Turbo Saw maintenance
specialist in your area please contact our service
department at [phone] or email contact@
doughertymfg.com
Daily maintenance checklist:
Grease all pivot points
• Inspect all cutting teeth for tightness (tighten if
necessary)
• Check cutting disk for vertical play (excessive vertical
play is an indication of bearing failure)
• Inspect all hydraulic lines/couplers for leaks (replace if
necessary)
Practice Safe Maintenance
Always work in a clean and dry environment. Never work
on a running machine or on a machine with moving
parts. Lower unit onto hard surface, disengage unit from
carrier, engage brake, turn off carrier and remove key.
Allow the unit to cool off before maintaining. Caution,
parts may be hot, sharp, or hazardous. Follow guidelines
on protective equipment and clothing.
*If you are not a licensed welder or hydraulic specialist
call your DFM for maintenance assistance.
Beware of toxic fumes when maintaining your skid steer
saw. Weld, smolder, or torch in a well ventilated area.
Metal, paint, and other materials can be toxic when
heated. Please be mindful of your chemical environment
and wear the proper equipment when maintaining your
skid steer saw such as a breathing mask and/or welders
mask.