Spartan Equipment Articulating Brush Cutter Owner's manual

ARTICULATING BRUSH
CUTTER
Owner's/Operator's Manual
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Thank You
Our sincere appreciation to you on the purchase of a quality Articulating Brush Cutter offered
by Spartan Equipment.
Our record of successful and satisfied customers is evidence of the concern for quality and
designed strength that we place into each and every product we build.
As this manual expresses the need for safe operation of your acquisition from Spartan
Equipment, it is important that you and all operators of this implement become familiar with the
operation, maintenance and safety instructions found in this manual, as well as in the manual
that accompanied the skid steer machine that will power this attachment. Add some common
sense to the items mentioned in these manuals as the recipe for safe operation.
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Management & Employees
Spartan Equipment.
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Table of Contents
Thank You ............................................. 2
Information ............................................. 2
Orientation ............................................. 3
Importance of Safety .............................. 3
Operator Safety Training Tips ................. 4
Skid Steer Requirements ........................ 5
Unpacking Your Shipment ...................... 6
Using Your Implement ............................ 6
Connecting Cutter to Skid Steer ......... 6
Cutter Boom Controls ........................ 7
Engaging Cutter Drive the First Time..7
Hydraulic Flow ......................................17
Electrical ...............................................18
Limited Warranty .................................. 19
Orientation
Serial Number Plate is Located and Top of
Mounting Plate
Importance of Safety
Accidents can be very costly to human life
and property. As the operator is the #1
safety device on all types of vehicles or
equipment, it is important that the operator
read, learn and know all safety
recommendations for this product. The
user is responsible to his family, friends
and co-workers to operate in a safe
manner. Ensure that everyone who
operates or assists in the operation or
maintenance of this product read and
understand all the elements required to
safely operate this piece of equipment.
This attachment has spinning blades
that include additional dangers.
Throughout this manual you will find safety
notes which are very important to read and
understand before operating this piece of
equipment. These classifications alert you
to situations that could be harmful to you
or bystanders. When you see these alerts
in the manual, carefully read and follow all
instructions and also protect other workers
from the same danger.
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Starting the Cutter ............................. 7
Stopping the Cutter ............................ 8
Getting Familiar with the
Attachment ........................................ 8
Adjusting Cutter Height & Level ......... 9
Swinging Cutter ................................. 9
Before Cutting ................................. 10
Cutting Tips ..................................... 10
Vertical Cutting ................................ 11
Maintaining your Attachment ................ 11
Blade Removal & Replacement ....... 11
Before Every Use ............................ 12
Every Week ..................................... 12
After Every Season .......................... 12
Specifications ....................................... 13
Hardware Torque ............................. 13
Special Bolt Torques ............................ 13
Parts .................................................... 13
Cutter Parts ..................................... 14
Hydraulic Plumbing Parts ................. 15
Troubleshooting ................................... 16

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Operator Safety
Training Tips
It is the responsibility of the operator using
this attachment to be acquainted with the
safe operation. In addition to reading this
manual, it is important that the operator
read the skid steer's operation manual and
follow its manufacturer's
recommendations!
& Before raising, lowering or swinging
the cutter, make sure area is clear of
bystanders or objects.
& Machinery parts sometimes have
sharp edges. Wear work gloves when
moving parts. Always use caution around
cutter blades as they often are very sharp.
& .
. Never use drugs or alcoholic
drinks when operating or servicing this
piece of equipment.
& Always wear the proper personal
protection equipment when servicing or
operating this piece of equipment. Never
service or operate this attachment with
bare feet, sandals, or other light footwear.
& Always use eye protection during
operation. Mount this attachment on a skid
steer equipped with thermoplastic
polycarbonate door panel and side
panels.
& Speed Kills! Operate this
implement at a safe working speed.
When transporting the implement,
keep a safe speed to avoid losing
control of the attachment or prime
mover.
& Keep proper clearance between
the implement and objects (tree stumps,
large rocks, buildings, etc.). Contacting
these objects with the implement or prime
mover could cause a loss of control or
damage to the implement.
& Before each operation of this
implement, check all hardware (bolts,
nuts, pins, cotter pins, etc.) for their
proper location and tightness.
& Stop the engine on the skid steer
and set the brake to avoid the implement
rolling forward or backwards while you
are exiting the prime mover.
& Store this implement in an area
not frequented by children.
& Allow no riders on this attachment.
Keep all bystanders clear of attachment
during operation.
& Always replace worn, torn or
missing safety decals before operating.
& Never operate the cutter when
bystanders are within 300 feet of the
work area.
& Use caution when performing
service work on or near the machine's
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battery. Do not smoke near the battery as
battery vapors could ignite.
Skid Steer
Requirements
The Articulating Brush Cutter should only
be used on 70+ H P skid steers with a lift
capacity of at least 1800 Ibs. and with a
weight of at least 6500# with the bucket
removed. A skid steer equipped with tracks
will provide superior stability in this
application.
You will install the electrical joystick that
accompanies this attachment or your skid
steer must be equipped with an auxiliary
electrical option with an electrical
connector mounted on the machine's
loader lift arm from the skid steer
manufacturer. In order to complete the
connection, the mating connector on the
loader arm needs to match the connector
from the attachment. Refer to the electrical
drawing on page 19 of this manual.
A 12 V power
source coming directly from the battery
or from some other circuit that is
energized all the time could result in
Death or Serious Injury if the
attachment control switch is accidentally
bumped when the operator is entering or
exiting the skid steer with the engine
running.
Always refer to
the polarity symbols printed on the top of
the battery. Refer to the
markings on the battery to determine
the location of the negative (-) cable. If
the battery cables are to be removed
from the battery, always remove the
negative cable first and reinstall the
negative cable last.
DO NOT smoke
around a battery, or use anything that
produces an open flame or spark to
avoid an explosion that could result in
Death or Serious Injury.
The 12V power source for this
attachment should be connected into the
skid steer's Operator Presence System
that cuts the electrical power to the
attachment shift valves if the operator
safety restraint bar is raised or the seat
switch is disengaged when the operator
raises from the seat. Consult with your
local skid steer dealer for assistance.
When using the provided joystick, route
the electrical harness up to the pivot point
of the loader arm and tie it with plastic
cable ties to the inside of the loader arm to
prevent snagging the harness with
branches. After installing harness, check
that the harness is free from any tension
when raising and lowering the loader arm
through its complete cycle.
Route harness to bock of loader pivot and on
the inside of loader arm
To protect the operator from any flying
debris, it is important that the skid steer is
equipped with a thermoplastic
polycarbonate windshield or similar
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California
Proposition 65 Warning! Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead components,
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.

material, and similar protection on the
right side of the operator's cab.
Make sure your
skid steer is in good working condition.
Follow the operating instructions found
in the manual that accompanied your
skid steer. Failure to do so could result
in Minor or Serious Injury.
Unpacking Your
Shipment
Your attachment arrives from the
factory banded to a wooden pallet,
and requires no final assembly.
Careless
removal of the shipping bands that
secure the implement to the pallet could
result in Minor or Serious Injury. Clear
the area of all bystanders and stand to
the side when cutting the bands with a
pair of sheet metal shears.
Using Your Implement
Connecting Cutter to Skid
Steer
Verify that the hydraulic hoses and the
wire harness are clear from the front of the
attaching plate on the attachment and that
the mounting plate is free from dirt and
debris. When clear, move the skid steer to
proximity of attachment plate. Tilt skid
steer coupler forward to align coupling
point with the upper part on the
attachment plate and raise the coupler
slightly.
Connecting Coupler to Attachment
When the top edge of the coupler is
seated in the top part of the coupler
plate, roll the skid steer tilt function back
until the attaching plate is flat against
the skid steer coupler. Lock down the
coupler levers.
Wipe off any dirt
or dust from the male or female
hydraulic flat-face couplers with a
clean rag before attaching hoses, to
keep contaminants from entering the
hydraulic system ..
Connect the cutter hydraulic hoses to the
auxiliary circuit connectors on the skid
steer. Connect the electrical harness to
the appropriate connector on the skid
steer.
Check the surrounding area for
bystanders and clear them before starting
the skid steer or attachment.
Before operating the attachment, always
visually inspect and verify that the coupler
lock pins are fully engaged through the
latch slots on the attachment plate.
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Never enter the
area underneath the coupler or any
part of the attachment when it is in
the raised position to avoid an
accident that will result in Death or
Serious Injury.

Cutter Boom Controls
The joystick control can be easily
attached to the leg of the operator
using the Velcro straps provided.
Always turn the
engine "off and remove the joystick
controller from your leg before exiting
the skid steer cab to avoid unwanted
machine or attachment movement that
could cause Death or Serious Injury.
In order to swing or tilt the cutter head,
the auxiliary hydraulics to the cutter
drive must be turned on.
During
operation you may notice that the cutter
speed slows down a little while you are
activating the swing or cutter deck tilt.
When you have completed swinging the
boom or tilting the cutter deck, the
cutter will resume to its normal rotation
speed.
Engaging Cutter Drive the
First Time
If this is your
initial startup with this attachment on
this machine, check the skid steer's
hydraulic oil level and add oil, if
necessary, before and after doing steps
1- 6 below.
After starting skid steer, lift the
attachment 36" (91Smm) off the
ground surface:
1. With the skid steer engine RPMs
just above idle, engage the auxiliary
hydraulic flow to the cutter head.
Use your machine's "Boom Swing"
electric switch to rotate cutter boom
to the right. Stop when the cutter
has rotated 90°.
2. Rotate the cutter head back to
the straight-ahead position.
3. Rotate the "Cutter Tilt" using the
electric control switch until the cutter
hits the stop.
4. Tilt cutter head in the opposite
direction until it hits its stop.
5. Return cutter head to the level
position and the cutter boom to the
straightforward position. Allow the
cutter to run for 30 seconds to purge
the air from the system. Turn off the
cutter drive, allowing it to come to a
complete stop.
6. Lower the cutter attachment to the
ground and shut off the skid
steer's engine and exit the
operator's compartment.
7. Check the skid steers hydraulic oil
level, and add oil if necessary.
8. Inspect the cutter hydraulic plumbing
for any noticeable leaks. Correct
these leaks before continuing.
9. Restart the skid steer. With the
attachment raised off the ground and the
engine throttle set just above idle,
engage the cutter drive circuit to start
cutter. Allow cutter to come up to speed
before increasing engine speed.
Starting the Cutter
Moving or
engaging the cutter with bystanders in
the area could result in Death or Serious
Injury. Before engaging cutter
hydraulics, always make sure the area is
clear of bystanders.
Engage the cutter drive hydraulics with the
prime mover's engine at a low rpm. Slowly
raise the skid steer engine's rpm to the
correct and desired cutter speed. Use the
skid steers throttle to set the speed; never
use a foot throttle when using the cutter.
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Stopping the Cutter
When stopping the cutter, raise the
cutter slightly and lower the skid steer's
engine RPMs to an idle, and allow the
cutter to slow down. After the cutter has
slowed down you may turn the auxiliary
hydraulics to the "off" position.
Getting Familiar with the
Attachment
Be cautious
when operating on un-level ground
surfaces. A machine roll over could
result in Minor or Serious Injury.
Always wear your seat belt when
operating this attachment.
Before starting the skid steer engine with
this cutter attached, make sure you are
knowledgeable and comfortable with the
operation of the brush cutter controls as
outlined in the previous and following
sections of this manual.
Do not over-
speed the cutter by allowing more than
20 GPM to the cutter head. This
attachment requires 14-20 gallons of
flow to cut efficiently.
When operating the cutter, set the skid
steer throttle at a speed that will
produce the required flow. Refer to your
skid steer manual or call your local skid
steer dealer for additional help, if
necessary. Your skid steer dealer can
measure the flow available on your
machine and recommend a throttle setting
that is compatible with this attachment.
To begin with, learn what the cutter head
looks like in a level cutting position when
you are seated in the skid steer. Knowing
what a level cutter head looks like will help
you avoid damage to the cutting blades by
cutting too close to the ground surface.
Rotate the boom 90° to the right and learn
what the level position looks like when
cutting off to the side of the skid steer.
Rollout the skid steer's tilt cylinder and
notice how it affects the cutter head.
The correct ground speed for cutting with
this attachment can be monitored by
sound and feel and depends on the
material density. If the skid steer engine is
bogging down or if the cutter speed is
turning too slow because of too much load,
the ground speed should be decreased.
Listen and feel for any strange vibration
when working the cutter. A bad vibration
felt when cutting could indicate a damaged
cutting blade, or material trying to be cut at
too fast a pace. Slow down the skid steers
ground speed to see if vibration stops. If it
does not, stop the cutter, turn off the skid
steer engine and investigate cause of
vibration. Refer to the Troubleshooting
section in this manual for further
instructions.
Always be aware of your surroundings.
When the cutter is swung 90°, the
operator has a much larger path to
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lf the cutter
creates a vibration when ramping up
speed, turn the cutter attachment to the
off position and investigate cause. Refer
today Troubleshooting section in this
manual.
Never operate
the cutter when bystanders are within
300' of your work area. Flying debris
could result in Death or Serious Injury.

keep aware of. While watching the cutter,
also pay attention to what obstacles or
terrain are in front of the cutter boom and
prime mover. Maintain a safe speed while
cutting.
Cutting brush and
tree branches with the cutter in an
elevated position could result in Death or
Serious Injury if the skid steer becomes
unstable. Never raise the cutter more a
few feet off the ground when working on
slopes or uneven terrain.
Adjusting Cutter Height &
Level
Use the skid steer loader lift to adjust the
elevation of the cutter. The fore & aft
leveling can be accomplished by using a
combination of the tool cylinder mounted
on the boom and the skid steer's
attachment tilt cylinders.
When the cutter is at the 0° position
(straight in front of skid steer) the tool
cylinder on the boom can be moved to
level the deck.
When the cutter is at the 90° position, it
can be leveled by using the tool cylinder
connected to the attachment, as well as
slight variations in the skid
steer tilt
Bank Cutting
Swinging Cutter
keep all persons and objects away
from this attachment while it is
operating.
Your Articulating Brush Cutter has the
capability of rotating 90° to the right of the
skid steers mounting point, or stopping
anywhere between 0° and 90°.
Before swinging the boom to the right or
back to center make sure there are no
objects in the way that could hinder the
movement of the boom swing.
View thraugh cob door with cutter in
straight-ahead position
To rotate the cutter boom, push the
joystick right or left for the boom swing
function. To tilt the cutter, move the
joystick forwa rd or back to adjust the
deck.
Joystick Cantraller Supplied with
Attachment
Example of skid steer manufacturer supplied
auxiliary electric contraller
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To prevent
Serious Injury or Death from pinching,

With the boom
swung at 90°, make sure you are aware
of any obstacles directly in front of the
skid steer or in front of boom, when
moving the skid steer.
Use care when
operating on uneven terrain or any type
of sloped surface. Keep your cutter low
to the ground when working in these
conditions to avoid a roll over that
could result in Minor or Serious Injury.
Determine a safe cutting pattern before
swinging the boom and cutter. Stop the
forward progress of the skid steer loader
until the boom is swung to the desired
position until you are fully familiar with the
movement of the attachment.
Before Cutting
Inspect the area to be cut and make sure
it is free of any utilities, rocks, fence
posts, or any other objects that you do
not want to cut or that would damage the
cutter.
Do not enter into an area to be cut
before the cutter rotation come up to the
operating speed.
Cutting Tips
Never operate
this attachment when bystanders are in
proximity of the work area that could
result in Minor or Serious Injury from
flying debris.
1. Always inspect work area before
starting the cutter. Locate and mark
any utilities, steel posts, rocks or any
other objects that could be damaged
or would damage the cutter during
operation. Never assume the work
area is safe and never skip the
inspection part before start of
operation.
2. Operate at a safe slow-paced speed
that will allow you to watch the area
ahead of the skid steer and also
ahead of the boom and cutter when
the cutter is swung away from the
straight-ahead position.
3. Make sure you are operating the skid
steer's engine at an rpm that will
produce the volume of oil flow
required for this attachment.
4. If the cutter speed slows down,
reduced your travel speed and
allow cutter to reach the proper
rotating speed. Mowing too fast
in thick material could result in balling
of material underneath the cutter
deck resulting in a loss of cutting
efficiency.
5. Never use your cutter to push, pull,
lift or move any type of object or
vehicle. Do not use this attachment to
"push" down trees.
6. Always allow cutter to come up to
operating speed before moving
attachment into the material you want
to cut.
7. If material constantly is balling
underneath cutter deck, try tilting the
leading edge of the cutter to be about
1" lower than the rear of
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the cutter. This should allow a
more efficient material flow
under the cutter deck.
8. Use the v-notch in the top of the
cutter deck to capture small trees
(up to 3" (76mm) for cutting.
Using V-Cut in deck for small trees
Vertical Cutting
Your Articulating Brush Cutter has the
capability to cut vertically to widen
pathways, roadways, or along the edge of
a crop field to allow access for tractors and
combines.
Vertical cutting
can disperse debris over a large area.
To avoid an accident that could result in
Death or Serious Injury, do not operate
the cutter when bystanders are within
300' (91m).
To avoid Minor or
Serious Injury, never swing the cutter
boom past the side tipping capacity of
your skid steer when the cutter is in the
raised and vertical position. Know the
capability of your machine and notice
the terrain you are working on.
Raise the skid steer loader arm and tilt the
cutter head to the vertical position. Swing
the boom to the right to access the area to
be cut. Raise and lower the skid steer's lift
to trim back over- hanging branches.
Maintaining your
Attachment
Blade Removal &
Replacement
Cutter blades
can be very sharp and could cause
Minor or Serious Injury if mishandled.
Always wear protective gloves and
footwear.
Plan your removal of the cutter blades
around the vicinity of an overhead hoist.
Position the cutter attachment with cutter
deck in the vertical position so you can
access the blade and holder bracket.
Blades & Holder
Sling the holder from the hoist and
remove the 6 x W' bolts from the center
of the blade holder. Lower the holder to
the floor or to a suitable work surface.
Use a cutting torch to remove the head of
the blade mounting bolt, and drive the bolt
shaft out of the blade holder end.
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Install the new or sharpened blade into
position and secure the blade with a new
bolt, bushing spacer & nut, and apply red
thread lock to the bolt threads. Torque
hardware to 3100 Ib-ft (4200 Nm) using a
torque multiplier. Weld the center of the
bolt to the inside diameter of the nut
mounted in the hex slot on the back of the
holder.
Weld 0.0. of bolt shonk to 1.0 of hex nut
Repeat this procedure on the other blade
end before installing the holder back on
the attachment. Install new hardware to
secure the holder to cutter drive. Torque
the six (6) blade holder bolts to a minimum
of 600 Ib-ft (813 Nm).
Always service
(sharpen or replace) the blades as a set.
Never run cutter with unmatched
blades.
Not
maintaining your implement correctly
could result in Minor or Serious Injury.
Keep your implement in top operating
condition.
Before Every Use
Check that all fasteners (nuts, bolts,
pins, keepers) are in their right place
and are tight.
Inspect and replace any worn, torn or
missing safety decals.
Pump No.2 lithium or molybdenum
disulfide grease into all required areas
until you see old grease is being
flushed out.
Investigate the location of any oil leaks
and repair.
After every use, clean off any dirt residue
with a garden hose and repeat grease
application.
Every Week
Check the condition of the blades by
raising the cutter attachment off the ground
and tilt the attachment back to the 90°
position. Lower the attachment to the
ground.
Inspect the cutter blades and remove
and sharpen them if necessary. Sharp
cutter blades will cut more efficiently
than dull blades.
After Every Season
Inspect the implement for any loose or
worn parts that may need to be replaced
prior to the next cutting season.
Visually inspect the cutting blades.
Sharpen or replace them, if necessary.
Clean, sand & repaint any area that
looks worn or scratched to prevent
further rusting. Use an equipment-
paint found at your local hardware
store or building center.
Lubricate all pivot joints. If located in an
area near an ocean or other corrosive
conditions, apply a thin layer of grease to
any exposed cylinder rod surfaces. Wipe
grease from cylinder rods with a clean rag
when taking the attachment out of
storage.
Store your implement in a shed or
cover with a water-proof tarp to
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protect it from the weather. Store in an
area not frequented by children.
Specifications
Spec.
Measurement
Minimum Skid
65001bs.
Steer Weight*
(2950 kg)
Minimum Skid
70 HP
Steer Power
(52 kW)
Cut Width
42" (1067mm)
Boom Swing Range
90
0
Cutter Tilt from
+90
0
Level
-35
0
Farthest cut from
9.75' (2.97m)
centerline of skid
steer
Minimum
17 GPM
Hydraulic Flow
(53 L/min)
Maximum
30 GPM
Hydraulic Flow
(76 L/min)
Hydraulic Relief
3000 PSI
Setting
(207 bar)
Required Hydraulic
17-30 GPM
Flow
(53-76 L/m
Attachment
10251bs.
Weight
(465 kg)
*A skid steer equipped with tracks will
provide superior stability compared to
a non-track unit.
Hardware Torque
Grade 2
Grade 5
Grade 8
Ib-ft
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8
12
5/16"
10
17
20
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20
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45
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75
110
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160
260
380
7/8"
190
400
600
1"
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580
900
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3100
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= me pounds
Higher torques require the
use of a torque multiplier All
values are "dry" torques
Special Bolt Torques
Torque blade holder bolts (see item 13 on
the next page) to a minimum of 600 Ib-ft.
(813 Nm).
Parts
When requiring any parts for your
implement, please collect the following
information:
Implement Model Number
Implement Serial Number
Parts Manual Date (lower right corner)
Parts Manual Page
Part Description
Quantity Required
Ship-to Name & Address
Payment Method
... then call your local dealer for factory
fresh parts specifically designed for your
attachment.
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Cutter Parts
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Hydraulic Plumbing Parts
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Resolution
Cutter bogs down
Deck is not properly
Refer to leveling
leveled & material is
instructions found in this
balling under deck
manual.
Dull blades
Remove and sharpen
blades.
Ground speed too fast
Slow down ground speed.
Cutter speed too slow
Raise engine RPMs or
investigate other low oil
flow problem
Vibration felt when
Missing, loose, damaged or
Replace blades with new or
running cutter
unbalanced cutter blades
re-sharpened and equally
balanced blades.
Blade mount damaged
Replace blade mount
Gearbox loose on deck
Tighten & torque gearbox
mounting bolts. Replace
bolts if they are damaged.
Cutting height too low for
Raise cutter height.
cutting in sandy or rocky
soils
Blades get dull too quickly
Blades have contacted
Clear cutting area of solid
solid objects (rocks, steel
objects before hitting
pipes, etc.)
them, or raise the cutter
height to clear exposed
rock surfaces.
Blades breaking
Excessive shock loads
Avoid hitting solid objects
(rock, steel pipes, large
tree stumps, etc.).
Hydraulic oil level goes
Leak at valve, cutter motor
Investigate & repair
down during operation
or other plumbing
Leaks in skid steer
Investigate & repair
hydraulic system
Blades do not spin when
Shear bolt between motor
Replace with proper shear
flow is activated
and gearbox is sheared
bolt specified for this unit.
Motor or gearbox failed
Disconnect the drive chain
between motor & gearbox.
If blade holder can be
turned by hand, motor
failure is suspect. Call the
Factory for further
instructions.
Check valve failure
Remove check valve from
tees, cap the tees and
attempt to run cutter. If
cutter spins, replace the
check valve.
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Hydraulic Flow
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Electrical
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Website
www.spartanequipment.com
For More Information, Contact
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Phone: [phone]
Warranty Statement
Our obligation under this Limited Warranty shall be solely limited to repairing or replacing any part
(see non-covered items) free of charge that, according to our judgment, show evidence of a
defect in quality of workmanship or materials for the stated (12) month warranty period. All
defective parts must be routed directly to Spartan Equipment with freight or delivery charges to be
prepaid. This Limited Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Spartan Equipment liable for any
injury or damage to persons, business or property of any kind nor expenses or losses incurred for
labor, supplies, substitute machinery rental, or for any other reason. Repair or replacement parts
are subject to the supply conditions at the time of repair or replacements, which may directly
affect our ability to obtain material and/or replacements parts. Spartan Equipment reserves the
right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications at any time without incurring
any obligations to owners of previously purchased units. No one but Spartan Equipment is
allowed to alter, modify or enlarge this warranty nor the exclusions, limitation and reservation at
any time.
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Owner’s Manual
Articulating
Brush Cutter
Limited Warranty
Spartan Equipment. products are warranted to be free from defects in workmanship or materials
for period of (12) months from initial sale, lease or rental date.
Warranty Exclusions
This warranty does not cover normal wear items, including but not limited to, bearings, hoses,
ground engaging parts such as, teeth, blades, cutting edges, pilot bits, auger teeth and broom
bristles. This warranty does not cover maintenance, service or adjustments. This warranty does
not cover damage due to misuse, negligence, accidents, or improper maintenance. This warranty
does not cover damage due to improper application, installation, adjustment or setup. This
warranty does not cover improper modifications of product. This warranty is void if any
components have been disassembled, i.e. pumps, gear boxes, motors.
Specially modified attachments offered by Spartan Equipment to meet your customer's needs
shall not be warranted by Spartan Equipment.
This warranty does not cover replacement parts not supplied by Spartan Equipment.
Articulating Brush Cutter May 2014