Kubota AP-SC7072 User Manual

Section 3: Operating Procedures
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AP-SC7072 Skid Cutter 326-974MK2/6/19
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For additional information, review the operator’s manual
for your skid steer along with the manufacturers
recommended checks before operation.
Skid Cutter Operating Instructions
Once all systems with the skid steer are “go” and fully
functioning, it is time to connect to your SC7072. This is
done by maneuvering the skid steer mounting plate into
position under the universal quick hitch top angle bar.
Once this is accomplished and the mower is fully
supported by the skid steer lift arms, lower mower to a
point approximately two inches above ground. Turn the
engine off, set the park brake, and climb out of the skid
steer. Lock the latch handles down to engage the hitch
pins. Connect the hydraulic hoses to the appropriate
auxiliary hydraulic outlets and case drain making sure to
keep connectors clean. (Note: Hydraulic flow direction on
all skid steers is not the same. Make sure hoses are
connected properly or blades will rotate at a much slower
speed.) Connect the height limiting safety chain to the
chassis attaching point and restrict cutting height to no
more that eighteen inches. This completes the
attachment of the cutter to the skid steer.
The next step is to complete a pre-operation check of the
cutter. Make sure all guards, safety shields, safety
chains, and deflectors are in place. All hardware must be
in place and appropriately tightened. Damaged, severely
worn, or defective parts must be replaced prior to
operation.
You should always inspect the area you intend to cut for
debris and hazards located on the ground. No one,
including people and animals, should be allowed within
100 yards of this cutter when in operation. If someone
does approach, shut the cutter down immediately. The
blades on this cutter should never be allowed to come in
contact with objects such as wire, cable, rope, or chains
that might become entangled. These types of entangled
objects can become extremely hazardous by rotating
outside of the cutter deck housing resulting in serious
injury or death. Always inspect the area before you mow.
The best mowing results will be achieved at speeds up to
2 mph or as vegetation and ground conditions dictate. If
you are mowing in particularly tall or dense brush, you
may want to make two passes with the first pass being
higher and the second pass made as a cross-cut at the
desired cut height. The pressure gauge option enables
the operator to determine the ground speed obtainable
without stalling the cutter
. When operating with a
pressure gauge the pressure reading should be up to
within 500 PSI of the skid steer’s output. Example: skid
steer output = 3500 PSI, if the operator adjusts the
ground speed so the pressure gauge reading is up to
3000 PSI then the cutter will not stall. If the ground speed
causes the pressure to increase to 3500 PSI the cutter
will stall and the blades will stop rotating. Conversely, if
the pressure reading is less than 3000 PSI, the operator
can increase their ground speed if desired. Driving too
fast over uneven ground will cause the unit to undulate in
a forward pitching motion. Only increase the ground
speed when you are comfortable with how the complete
system responds in various terrain.
The Skid Cutter should be operated in one of three ways.
1. If cutting grass, weeds, or light brush operate with the
deck rear slightly higher than deck front.
2. If cutting heavy brush, operate with the deck front 3"
to 5" higher that the deck rear for the length of the
cutter. Lower the deck front and backup slowly
mulching the debris and leveling brush root spike to
ground level.
3. If cutting and mulching trees, operate by raising deck
front 12" to 15" higher than deck rear. Cut the tree so
that it falls away from the operator. Upon tree falling,
back up, then lower the deck front 6", drive forward to
remove stump, back up, lower deck front to the
ground, drive forward to mulch the stump to ground
level. Lift deck front 12" to 15" and repeat the steps
above to mulch the fallen tree.
When you do need to stop, make sure you set the park
brake, shut the skid steer engine off, and allow time for
the blades to stop rotating before you exit the power unit.
With a little practice we are confident you will soon
achieve safe and excellent results with your new Kubota
SC7072 Skid Cutter.
IMPORTANT: Use of this Skid Cutter is limited to
standard brush cutting. Use in significantly larger or
denser brush will result in excessive heat and may
damage the Skid Cutter or the skid steer.

Kubota AP-SC7072 Specifications

General

Brand	Kubota
Model	AP-SC7072
Category	Cutter
Language	English