OPERATION
STUMP GRINDER
9773 7-29-14-2
INTENDED USE: This unit is designed for grinding stumps up to 12" (30.5 cm) high. Use in
any other way is considered contrary to the intended use.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The BRADCO stump grinder is perfect for landscaping and maintaining parks and mu-
nicipalities. The easy maneuverability of the skid steer allows access to areas often inacces-
sible and it is easily moved from site to site. The offset design offers excellent visibility and can
be used in tight spaces around buildings and homes.
The quick attach mounting plate allows for easy hook-up and disconnect. Therefore the
time required to remove the stump grinder from the skid steer and attach a bucket for clean up
is greatly reduced from conventional stump grinders. Due to this arrangement, thorough knowl-
edge of the skid steer controls is necessary for machine operation. Read your skid steer opera-
tor's manual for information regarding skid steer operation before attempting to use the stump
grinder.
Follow all installation instructions for the proper installation of the unit onto your skid
steer before operating.
STUMP GRINDING OPERATION
WARNING! CHECK THE WORK AREA AND KNOW WHERE ALL UTILITY LINES ARE BE-
FORE OPERATING THE STUMP GRINDER.
OPERATE THE STUMP GRINDER FROM INSIDE THE OPERATOR'S STATION
OF YOUR SKID STEER LOADER ONLY.
1. Swing the stump grinder all the way to the right, align the grinder with the stump in such
a fashion that the skid steer is as level as possible from left to right.
2. Position the cutting wheel to the right of the stump. Lower the frame so the grouser pads
are resting on the ground. This will assist in stabilizing the unit for even cutting and re-
duce the inadvertent movement of the skid steer.
NOTE: It is recommended that the pivot pin, attaching the mounting bracket to the yoke,
be perpendicular to the ground or as close to perpendicular as possible for the best per-
formance of the unit.
NOTE: Be sure the cutting wheel is not contacting the ground.
3. Activate the auxiliary hydraulics to the stump grinder and increase the engine to full
RPM.
4. Adjust the cutting wheel to cut approximately 1 to 1-1/2" of stump.
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