Tigercat 726B FELLER BUNCHER OPERATOR'S MANUAL - PDF DOWNLOAD

OPERATOR'S MANUAL Tigercat 726B FELLER BUNCHER ISSUE 3.1, MARCH 2003

TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. iii SAFETY ............................................................................................................................ 1 USING HIGH SPEED DISC SAWS SAFELY ........................... APPENDIX TO SECTION 1 CONTROLS AND OPERATION ........................................................................................ 2 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................................... 3

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726B Available Literature Operator's Manual (This Manual) ......... Part No. 9228A Service Manual ...................................... Part No. 9229A Parts Catalog ......................................... Part No. 9230A Hydraulic Adapters Book ....................... Part No. 1472A Hose Assemblies Book ......................... Part No. 3707A

Tigercat Tigercat Industries Inc. P.O. Box 544 Paris, Ontario Canada N3L 3T6 Tel: (519) 442-1000

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INTRODUCTION An Operator's manual, Service manual and a Parts catalog are made available by Tigercat to assist the dealer, customer and operator in becoming familiar with the features of the 726B Feller Buncher serial number 7261001 and up.

The operator's manual will assist the operator with the techniques of proper and safe operation of the 726B Feller Buncher. There is also important information regarding the safe operation of the saw head.

The service manual contains safety and servicing procedures and a preventive maintenance schedule to ensure optimum machine performance.

Section 1 in both the operator's manual and the service manual contains safety information that must be followed. As well, throughout the rest of the manuals, WARNING and CAUTION notices are displayed where necessary, drawing attention to possible hazards when performing certain procedures.

Only trained personnel should be allowed to operate or work on the machine.

The information contained in this manual is current at time of printing. Improvements to the machine are on-going and may not be covered, therefore in these cases contact your Tigercat dealer for the appropriate information.

The Company reserves the right to change information contained herein at any time without prior notice.

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S.A.E. STANDARDS ROLL-OVER PROTECTION STRUCTURES (ROPS) FALLING OBJECTS PROTECTION STRUCTURES (FOPS) OPERATOR PROTECTION STRUCTURES (OPS) * MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS: The integrity of the ROPS, FOPS, OPS structure and its continued ability to provide the level of protection it was designed for could be seriously affected by any modifications to the structure, its mounting or to the chassis to which it is attached.

Tigercat emphasizes that the certification of approval of the ROPS, FOPS, OPS structure will become void if any such modification(s) take place.

Tigercat may officially grant approval for modifications only by: i. Written approval of repairs or modifications signed by the Tigercat Engineering Manager; or ii. Approved modifications officially released by Tigercat.

Both of the above are provided that the work is carried out in the factory approved manner.

Unauthorized modifications and/or repairs made or contributed to by a customer or a Tigercat distributor may result in creating a dangerous situation and therefore the customer or Tigercat distributor will be considered to have assumed the risk involved or be negligent in creating this situation.

Tigercat will not be held responsible for situations arising from having created unauthorized modifications/changes to the structure.

Operator's cabs are designed to ROPS, FOPS, OPS standards so that they will withstand force and absorb energy during a roll-over (ROPS), when resisting the impact of a falling object (FOPS) and minimize the posibility of operator injury from penetrating objects (OPS). When a permanent deflection of the structure occurs, the structure can no longer provide the original designed level of protection and should be replaced. Attempts to straighten the structure, particularly by the application of heat, can reduce still further the structures remaining capability to protect.

The mounting and the frame or chassis to which the cab is attached is considered an integral part of the ROPS, FOPS, OPS and is included in the design, test and certification of the product.

Contact the Tigercat Service department before attempting any modifications or repair to roll-over protective structures.

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NON-APPROVED FIELD PRODUCT CHANGES The installation of any unauthorized attachment or changes made of any kind to this Tigercat product could affect the product's ability to perform as originally intended. The product's integrity, stability and it's ability to perform safely could be at serious risk.

IT IS Tigercat POLICY THAT NO CHANGES ARE TO BE MADE TO ITS PRODUCTS INCLUDING DELETIONS OR ADDITIONS OTHER THAN A Tigercat APPROVED OPTION FITTED IN THE FACTORY APPROVED MANNER. Official approval to make changes or install options is only to be undertaken as follows: i) The relevant options for that product must be shown or listed on current Tigercat documentation or literature such as a printed specification sheet, price list, parts manual, or product literature issued by Tigercat. ii) Approved options or product changes authorized in writing by the Tigercat Engineering Manager.

AUTHORIZATION BY ANY OTHER PERSON IS UNACCEPTABLE. Unauthorized changes made or contributed to by a person or organization may result in creating a dangerous situation and therefore the person or organization will be considered to have assumed the risk involved or be negligent in having created this situation.

Weight is an important factor when considering the addition of options or an attachment, Refer to your Tigercat distributor for information on maximum permissible operating weight and the effect the addition of various options may have on your machine.

Tigercat will not be held responsible for any situation that may arise resulting from Non-approved Field Product Changes to its product.

Should Tigercat become involved in a dispute resulting from changes made to the product without proper authorization by Tigercat as stated above, Tigercat will take whatever action is appropriate to protect its interests.

The product warranty policy and the certification on any safety items installed on the modified product will become NULL and VOID if the above policy is not adhered to as specified.

Non-approved product changes also nullify warranties given to Tigercat by its component manufacturers.

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SECTION 1 - SAFETY CONTENTS - SECTION 1 ARTICULATION LOCK PIN ........................................................................... 1.9 BOOM LIFT LOCK ....................................................................................... 1.10 FIRE PREVENTION FIRE PREVENTION GUIDELINES ........................................................... 1.11 WHAT ELSE TO DO BEFORE YOU EXPERIENCE A FIRE .................... 1.12 WHAT TO DO AFTER A FIRE ................................................................. 1.13 WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF A MACHINE FIRE ........................................ 1.12 INTERLOCK SWITCHES ON DOORS .......................................................... 1.7 PARKING THE MACHINE ............................................................................. 1.6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, GENERAL ........................................................... 1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, OPERATING ....................................................... 1.5 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, SERVICING ......................................................... 1.8 SAFETY SYMBOLS ....................................................................................... 1.2

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

This safety alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages on machines, safety signs, in manuals, or elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.

Follow the instructions in the safety message.

Understanding Signal Words

DANGER DANGER identifies the most serious hazards where failure to follow listed procedures would result in a high probability of death or serious injury.

WARNING WARNING denotes a hazard exists which can result in serious injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.

CAUTION CAUTION is used in areas where failure to follow listed procedures may cause personal injury, component damage or subsequent malfunction.

IMPORTANT IMPORTANT is used to focus attention on items that should be checked, controlled, adjusted or cleaned to ensure the efficiency and long term operation of the machine.

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

KEEP BACK 500 FEET

Remember that safety is a prime responsibility of all.

When approaching an operating machine on foot, stay at least 500 feet (150M) away until the operator recognizes your presence. Make sure that all harvesting equipment is shut down before advancing to the machine.

To minimize the risks and promote safety at all times, this section of the operator s manual details a number of safety rules which should always be followed and obeyed.

Always avoid the discharge side of a felling sawhead. A sawhead's high-velocity discharge of debris requires a safe separation distance.

Study all the safety messages in this manual and on the labels on the machine carefully.

Follow all instructions from safety inspector and supervisors.

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against noise.

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.

You must be fully trained to operate this piece of equipment. Know the capabilities and the limitations of the equipment. Learn the most efficient operating techniques.

Use the handrails and steps provided when mounting and dismounting from the machine. Do not climb onto or jump off the machine at any time. Do not use the joysticks as a handle when entering or leaving the cab.

Do not let an untrained person operate the machine.

When mounting or dismounting the machine always use the 3 point technique - Use one hand with 2 feet or 2 hands with one foot.

Use recommended protective clothing and safety devices such as gloves, safety boots, safety hat, goggles, and ear protection when necessary.

These safety rules highlight both general and specific measures the operator should be familiar with and adhere to. More specific measures are illustrated with pictograms which may also be attached to the machine in locations pertinent to their respective message. Keep safety labels in good condition. Repair or replace damaged labels.

Avoid mounting or dismounting the machine in areas with slippery surfaces. If this is not possible clean up or cover slippery surfaces with a nonslip material.

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Safety Approach with extreme caution any area where overhanging electrical power lines are present.

Serious injury or death by electrocution can result if the machine or any of its attachments are not kept a safe distance from these lines.

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued

Maintain a distance of 10 ft. (3m) between the machine or boom and any power line carrying up to 50,000 volts or less.

Power lines carrying more than 50,000 volts require a safety distance of 10 ft. (3m) plus 1/2 inch (10mm) for each addition 1,000 volts above the 50,000 volt level. If State/Provincial, local or job site regulations require even greater safety distances than stated above, adhere strictly to these regulations for your own protection.

Machines should be completely cleaned of debris at least daily, particularly around the engine exhaust components. Hydraulic oil leaks, excess grease, fuel and oil accumulation (including spillage) should be eliminated immediately.

Machine should be washed completely at every major service.

If the machine must be transported, make sure that it is adequately secured to the transporting vehicle.

Even though the brakes are fully engaged, block the wheels to prevent movement during transport.

Install the articulation lock pin when ever the machine is to be transported.

Comply with instructions in this manual and also your company s regulations for the operation of this machine.

Read, understand and follow all general safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.

Keep a first aid kit in an easily accessible location on the vehicle at all times.

Do not carry passengers either in the cab or anywhere else on the machine. The vehicle is provided and approved with seating for the operator only.

Do not allow anyone to operate the machine who may not be physically fit or who may be under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Inspect the machine daily for signs of damage, unusual wear, fluid leaks, or faulty operation.

Repair or replace malfunctioning parts and systems immediately.

Do not operate the machine with any defective or inoperable components.

Do not operate the machine with any of the exhaust system, safety covers, or other devices removed.

When moving the machine, watch that enough clearance is available on both sides and above the machine or any of its attachments. Extra clearance may be required particularly where the ground is uneven.

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Safety Prior to commencing work, check all equipment controls to ensure that the machine responds correctly.

OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Make sure that all safety screens and guards including the skylight are installed and properly secured.

Do not open an escape hatch or the cab doors to increase ventilation when operating the machine.

Shut off engine when refuelling - DO NOT refuel the engine while smoking or near open flame or sparks.

Before starting the engine, check to ensure that all doors, panels, and access covers are installed properly and secured.

Keep the cab doors closed when driving or steering the machine to prevent accidental entry of branches and debris into the cab.

Make sure that all of the controls are positioned as specified in the starting instructions in the operator's manual.

Keep the cab doors closed and use seat belt when driving or steering the machine to prevent being thrown from the operator's cab.

Check that no other personnel have moved into a hazardous area before starting the machine.

Sound the machine horn before starting the machine.

Never use the parking brake to slow down or stop the machine except in an emergency. Keep the brake properly adjusted at all times.

The operator s seat is equipped with lap and shoulder harness belts. Use this restraint system at all times when operating the machine.

Always rest the felling attachment on the ground when operation is stopped, regardless if the engine is running or shut off.

Start the engine according to the instructions in this manual.

When the engine is running, DO NOT allow anyone in areas of the machine where they may be crushed by moving components.

Felling operations should only be performed from the operator's seat. Secure loose items in the cab.

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Safety Before leaving operator's cab, apply the parking brake and lower the felling attachment onto the ground.

OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued

If out of the operator's cab for an extended period shut the machine off.

Never work alone. Regularly inform other crew members of your intentions, location and length of time to perform duties.

When parking the machine:

Maintain a safe operating distance between the machine and other personnel. Never operate the boom or attachment over the heads of bystanders.

Park on level ground only and engage the parking brake.

Do not park on a hillside or incline.

Lower felling attachment onto level ground.

Stop the engine and relieve any hydraulic pressure stored in the system by pressing the brake pedal 30 to 40 times.

Turn the master disconnect switch off if the vehicle is to be parked for an extended period of time (Example - overnight).

Use only prearranged and approved signalling practices.

Operate the machine only from a seated position in the operator s seat.

Do not carry passengers either in the cab or anywhere else on the machine.

If vision is limited by dust, smoke, fog or snow, stop the machine until visibility is restored.

When working on slopes, travel straight up or down the slope to prevent roll-over.

NEVER travel across a STEEP slope or side hill:

If you travel across a MODERATE slope, NEVER make an uphill turn as this could cause a tip-over situation.

As logs are added to the accumulator pocket the handling and the stability of the machine will change.

Always be prepared to dump the load in case of an emergency.

Do not overload the machine as this can create an unstable condition and cause a rollover.

When travelling on public roads, use accessory lights (when installed) and other cautionary devices to provide operators of other vehicles warning of your approach. Ensure your machine meets all regulatory requirements.

When transporting the machine watch that enough clearance is available on both sides and above the machine or any of its attachments to avoid contact with power or telephone lines, bridge structures, etc.

CAUTION

Before transporting the machine check to ensure that all doors, panels and access covers are installed properly and secured.

Do not open cab doors or window screens when machine is on a slope. The doors and screens are heavy and could swing out with considerable force.

Read, understand and follow all operating safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.

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OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued INTERLOCK SWITCHES ON DOORS: Both doors are equipped with interlock switches to prevent the machine from being operated while the doors are open (pilot system shut off).

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INTERLOCK SWITCH (L.H. DOOR SHOWN)

NOTE: The engine can be started but the machine functions cannot be operated with a door open.

To operate: Close both doors and press the pilot reset switch.

NOTE: All functions on the machine can now be operated, either as intended or by accidentally touching them.

Once the safety interlock system has been activated, the safety of both the operator and all persons outside the cab will become the responsibility of the operator.

The door interlock switches and the pilot reset switch are a safety feature and their function must not be defeated in any way.

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SERVICING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING Diesel fuel or hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious personal injury, blindness, or death. If any fluid is injected into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with treating this type of injury.

Never use your bare hand to check for fluid leaks.

Conduct maintenance inspections at least as frequently as recommended in section 3 of the operator's manual.

When servicing or repairing equipment, shut the engine down, and disconnect the positive (+) battery cable from both batteries.

Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.

When searching for leaks, wear work gloves and use a wrench or piece of wood to move hydraulic hoses. Do not grab hold of hydraulic hoses.

Wear safety goggles for eye protection.

Install a DO NOT START ENGINE sign on the operator s cab door and in the engine compartment when making repairs to the machine.

Before performing maintenance or repair work on any equipment, consult the manufacturer s instruction manual and follow recommended procedures.

Pressure can be maintained in a hydraulic system long after the power source and pump have been shut down. Stop engine lower the felling head to the ground and relieve trapped pressure (from two accumulators) by operating brake pedal 30 or more times while operating both joysticks several times before performing work on components, or disconnecting any hoses.

The radiator and the engine cooling system should be cleaned and serviced daily to maintain moderate engine temperatures.

Prior to welding on any part of the machine, it should be cleaned and a fire extinguisher should be made available at the welding location. Care must be taken in attaching the welding machine grounding clamp so current does not pass through bearings, especially the center joint bearing. Also, disconnect the positive (+) battery cable from both batteries.

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Explosive release of fluids from pressurized cooling system can cause serious burns.

Shut off engine. Only remove filler cap when cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely.

Do not change any pressure or relief setting unless authorized instruction has been obtained.

Use the proper tool for the job. Repair or replace worn or damaged tools including lifting equipment immediately.

Safety

Keep your hands, feet, head, and loose clothing away from power driven parts. Tie long hair behind your head. Remove rings and other jewelry to prevent electrical shorts and entanglement in moving parts.

Always be aware of machine pinch points that could cause injury. Never place body parts within the range of motion of the working parts of the machine.

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FRAME ARTICULATION LOCK PIN

Before working in the centre joint area, install the frame articulation lock pin between the frames to prevent accidental articulation and injury.

Never stand under an object supported with hydraulics. Always use safety stands or a locking device.

WARNING DO NOT work below or behind a machine that is parked on a grade

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SERVICING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued WARNING If the engine is running inside a building, ensure that sufficient ventilation is available to prevent a build-up of toxic exhaust fumes. Run the engine only when it is necessary for testing or adjustments.

Always install boom lift lock before working on or around machine with boom raised.

Always install 'T' handle retainer bolt.

Use only to support boom and felling head.

Do not use to set hydraulics pressures.

Work in a ventilated area. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension to remove toxic exhaust fumes.

If you don't have an exhaust pipe extension, either work outside, or open the shop doors.

CAUTION Do not open cab doors or window screens when machine is on a slope. The doors and screens are heavy and could swing out with considerable force.

WARNING Dispose of fluids properly.

Failure to follow all of the above instructions could result in serious injury or death from crushing.

Do not pour fluids into the ground, stream, pond or lake.

Before draining any fluids, know the proper way to dispose of them.

Read, understand and follow all operating safety precautions specified by felling head manufacturer.

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Safety dislodged by vibration this smoldering debris can fall into other areas of the machine and thereby spread a fire.

FIRE PREVENTION

5. Clean out all accumulated forest debris (twigs, pine needles, branches, bark, leaves, saw dust, small wood chips) and any other combustible materials from inside the machine belly pans or lower machine structures as well as from areas in proximity to the engine, fuel and hydraulic oil systems no less frequently than at the completion of each work shift.

When working in a forest environment, it is impossible to prevent combustible debris from collecting in tight corners of the machine. This debris, in itself, may cause a fire; however, when mixed with fuel, oil or grease in a hot or confined place, the danger of fire is greatly increased.

The following fire prevention guidelines should be used to supplement the operator s fire prevention efforts. In no case should the guidelines be used, or assumed, as replacements for diligent operator efforts at preventing fires.

The following guidelines will help to keep your equipment up and running efficiently and keep the risk of fire damage to a minimum.

1. Maintain a CHARGED fire extinguisher on the machine at all times and KNOW HOW TO USE IT. 2. Inspect the machine for any signs of fuel or hydraulic system leakage and check for worn or eroded fuel or hydraulic lines before starting up any equipment.

3. Remove debris and blow out dust regularly from the air intake doors, engine radiator, hydraulic oil cooler and A/C condenser core to prevent overheating of the engine and hydraulics. Refer to CLEANING A/C CONDENSER, OIL COOLER AND RADIATOR in SECTION 2 of the OPERATOR S MANUAL. 4. Blow off all debris and dust accumulated near hot engine exhaust components (turbocharger and exhaust manifold as well as exhaust pipes and muffler) at the completion of each work shift or more frequently depending on logging conditions.

Visual inspection after blow off to ensure thorough cleanliness is vital. Engine exhaust systems provide numerous small pockets where saw dust, small wood chips and other flammable forest debris can gather. Even small accumulations close to hot exhaust components can ignite and smolder. If

6. Clean up any grease, diesel fuel, hydraulic and lubricating oil accumulation and spillage immediately.

7. Steam clean the engine, transmission, brake, fuel and hydraulic tank compartments of all equipment at least once a month or more frequently depending on logging conditions.

8. Be cautious when smoking. An open flame, a lighted cigarette, etc., should not be permitted around any vehicle, especially during fuelling operations and/or when the fuel system is open to the atmosphere, and/or when servicing batteries.

9. Shut down equipment immediately when a problem is suspected or smoke is detected.

10. Park the machine at least 50 feet away from other equipment at the end of each shift.

11. Turn the battery disconnect switch to OFF at shut down to avoid loss by electrical short.

12. Remain with the machine for at least 45 minutes at the end of operations while the machine cools.

13. Once a fire has started on a machine hoses will quickly burn through causing pressurized fluids (diesel fuel, hydraulic oil, etc.) to fuel the fire. NEVER leave the machine parked with booms or arches suspended off the ground, as they will inject hydraulic oil into the fire if a supporting hose burns through.

14. Remove all keys, lock equipment and fuel cap at the end of operations to reduce the risk of vandalism.

15. Before starting repair work, such as welding, the surrounding area should be cleaned and a fire extinguisher should be close by.

16. Use only nonflammable solutions for cleaning the machine or components.

17. Store rags and other combustible materials in a safe, fireproof location.

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher FIRE PREVENTION continued

Safety WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF A MACHINE FIRE

At all times ensure your own personal safety and the safety of anyone that may be in the area. Approach any fire with extreme caution.

18. Do not use the machine on top of or to push piles of burning timber. A machine fire will result.

If the machine is in a dangerous position, attempt to move to a safe position. Lower working attachment to the ground.

EQUIPMENT FIRES ADVERSELY EFFECT YOUR ABILITY TO LOG, MAY INCREASE YOUR INSURANCE PREMIUMS DRAMATICALLY OR PREVENT YOU FROM OBTAINING INSURANCE COVERAGE AT ALL.

Shut the engine off.

Activate the fire suppression system*

Radio or call for help (as appropriate).

Exit the machine taking fire extinguisher or water hose (if applicable) with you.

If you can safely open the access panels to the machine, in the area of the fire, do so.

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WHAT ELSE TO DO BEFORE YOU EXPERIENCE A FIRE

Ensure that you are familiar with emergency procedure in the event of a fire.

Ensure that your fire suppression system* is charged and functional.

If you can safely do so, attempt to extinguish the fire.

Ensure that any hand held fire extinguishers are charged and functional.

A dry chemical fire extinguisher should be used first, if available.

Ensure that any stored water systems on the machine are charged and functional.

Use the PASS method with most extinguishers.

Ensure that the nozzle of any hand held extinguishers available at the work site fits within the access holes in the doors of the machine.

Ensure that you have the proper fire extinguishers on site. Most fires involving mobile equipment will be of the A or B type.

You should have a dry chemical extinguisher rated ABC and a pressurized water extinguisher rated A.

Prevent the fire from happening by ensuring that the machine is cleaned regularly and all systems are well maintained. *NOTE: Dry chemical fire suppression systems are offered by Tigercat as an optional installation on some of the Tigercat product lines. Please disregard any references made to fire suppression systems if not installed on your machine.

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Pull the pin. This will allow you to discharge the extinguisher.

Aim at the base of the fire. If you aim at the flames (which is frequently the temptation), the extinguishing agent will fly right through and do no good. You want to hit the fuel.

Squeeze the top handle or lever. This depresses a button that releases the pressurized extinguishing agent in the extinguisher.

Sweep from side to side until the fire is completely out. Once the fire is out, keep an eye on the area in case it re-ignites.

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Notify your equipment dealer and or Tigercat Industries Inc. by completing an incident report, Tigercat form number 5101.

Ensure that the cause of the fire is determined and all appropriate repairs are completed before returning the machine to work.

Ensure that the fire suppression system* is properly serviced and returned to a functional state (if applicable).

Ensure that all extinguishers used in fighting the fire are replaced or recharged as appropriate.

TYPICAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER ACCESS HOLE

If you are unable to open the access door(s), but can safely reach the fire extinguisher access hole, place the nozzle of the fire extinguisher into the appropriate fire extinguisher access hole and discharge the extinguisher.

Failing all attempts to access the machine compartment, attempt to discharge the extinguisher through the mesh or any available openings on the machine.

Use the pressurized water hose supplied with the machine (if applicable) or a pressurized water extinguisher (if available) after the discharge of a dry chemical extinguisher or suppression system* to remove heat build up from the area. A fire suppressed by a dry chemical powder may re-ignite with the latent heat of any debris in the area.

Remain with the machine until help arrives to ensure that the fire does not re-ignite.

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DANGER USING HIGH SPEED DISC SAWS SAFELY This information is intended to encourage logging organizations and operators to develop and practice additional rules that suit particular terrain conditions and job requirements. It is also intended to assist towards a quicker understanding of how and why things can happen when a high speed disc saw is in use; and hence to assist in development of safe operating practices.

The following information is in addition to any safety instructions or recommended safe operating practices that may already be in circulation.

CONTENTS COMMENTS AND INSTRUCTIONS DIRECTION OF THROW ........................................................ 7 HIGH ANGLE WRIST ROTATION ABILITY ............................ 8 RECOGNIZING THE DANGERS ............................................ 7 THROWING LONG WOOD PIECES .................................... 10 DANGERS ................................................................................. 3 FORWARD ................................................................................. 2 BE AWARE OF THE HAZARDS ............................................. 2 OTHER INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................... 3 SAFE PRACTICES ................................................................. 3 SEVERAL TYPES OF HEADS INVOLVED ............................. 2 STORED ENERGY ................................................................. 2 HIGH ANGLE WRIST ROTATION CAPABILITY ......................... 9 SAW HEAD DON’TS ................................................................ 15 TYPE OF HOUSING MAKES A DIFFERENCE ......................... 4

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Several types of heads involved Tigercat wheel type feller-bunchers and crawler feller-bunchers can be supplied with several optional makes and models of high speed disc saw tree felling heads. Because each has certain advantages and disadvantages they are chosen where they best do specific types of work.

Stored energy The saw blade stores energy from the hydraulic motor during the times between tree cuts so that it can supply up to 1000 hp during a 1 sec tree cut. However this rotational energy, if misapplied can result in wood materials or other objects being thrown strongly enough to cause damage and to hurt people.

Be aware of the hazards It is important that users of machines with disc saw felling heads are aware of certain safety precautions that need to be taken. In this section some previously unknown, unexpected safety hazards are illustrated and explained . These should be studied before use of the machinery and then reviewed again after use has begun.

FIGURE 1: BROADSIDE SAW CONTACT WITH A LOG COULD PRODUCE A THROW

FIGURE 2: A SUDDEN MACHINE MOVEMENT MAY CAUSE AN UNEXPECTED THROW AT THE CAB

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Safe practices It is understood and expected that logging organizations and operators will develop and practice additional rules that suit (for example) particular conditions of terrain, trees, soil and job requirements. The information given here is intended to assist towards a quicker understanding of how and why things can happen when a high speed disc saw is in use; and hence to assist in development of safe operating practices.

It should not be assumed that all possible dangers have been discovered and described here.

Other instructions It is also understood and expected that all instructions contained in service and operator's manuals for use and maintenance of Tigercat disc saw heads and other disc saw heads installed on Tigercat machines will be followed.

THE DANGERS

There are at least these means by which a rotating disc saw can cause harm by throwing: • The normal throwing of chips from the cut.

• Soil particles are thrown from the ground.

• Loose chunks of wood encountered or produced are tossed by the exposed blade.

• Sticks and debris falling onto the blade or sliding across the blade are struck by the teeth and thrown.

• Metal pieces from the blade or from objects encountered are thrown.

• Wood pieces enter the saw housing and are expelled by the blade.

• In very peculiar cases the saw can throw long lengths of wood as spears.

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TYPE OF HOUSING MAKES A DIFFERENCE Since the configuration of the saw housing can affect the safety of its use we need to identify some particular types of housing shapes and guarding being used.

Figure 3 shows a typical commonly used saw housing plan where there is a continuous skirt around the saw except at a mouth opening where the trees are cut and taken. The skirt extends below the saw enough to intercept tangential throw. There are snouts on both sides of the mouth so that if pushed against the side of a felled tree or log the saw teeth will not contact the wood.

THROW ANGLE

IF A SAW HEAD IS PUSHED AGAINST THE SIDE OF A FELLED TREE, SNOUTS PREVENT SAW TEETH FROM CONTACTING WOOD.

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FIGURE 3: TYPICAL COMMONLY USED SAW HOUSING, CONTINUOUS SKIRT WITH OPENING WHERE TREES ARE CUT. SNOUTS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE MOUTH.

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Figure 4 shows another commonly used plan. It has no blade guarding snouts so that the saw blade teeth do protrude ahead of the housing. This may be preferred over figures 3 and 5 for dexterity in tree getting.

THROW ANGLE

IF A SAW HEAD WITHOUT SNOUTS IS PUSHED AGAINST THE SIDE OF A FELLED TREE, SAW TEETH WILL CONTACT WOOD.

FIGURE 4: ANOTHER COMMONLY USED HOUSING PLAN WITH NO SNOUTS, BLADE TEETH PROTRUDE AHEAD OF THE HOUSING.

In figure 5 there is a much longer snout on the ingoing side of the mouth, i.e., where the teeth of the rotating blade are entering the housing. The broad side of a log, if nudged, will not contact the saw teeth and more thrown material will be intercepted by the extra length of snout.

THROW ANGLE

NUDGED LOG WILL NOT CONTACT SAW TEETH.

• EXTRA LENGTH OF SNOUT WILL INTERCEPT PORTION OF THROWN MATERIAL.

FIGURE 5: HOUSING USES LONGER SNOUT ON IN-GOING SIDE OF MOUTH WHERE ROTATING BLADE ENTERS HOUSING.

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In figure 6a and 6b there is an additional opening in the housing skirt. Openings in this location are sometimes provided for escape of wood chips produced by the saw teeth in the cut and being taken into the housing.

A CHIP ESCAPE PORT CAN ALLOW THROW BEHIND THE MACHINE

REAR

FRONT

FIGURE 6a

FIGURE 6b

FIGURE 6c

FIGURE 6: ADDITIONAL OPENING IN THE HOUSING SKIRT.

In figure 6c a guard has been added to the chip escape port so that tangential travel of chips and other material is intercepted as soon as it leaves the housing.

Each figure shows a shaded area where normally tangentially thrown material can escape from the saw housing. Deflected and dropped chips escaping below the bottom edge of the housing skirt are not included. The areas and angles are not exact but do show that one head can be different from another.

It is important that the operator familiarize himself with the blade rotation direction, the effectiveness of any snout on the in-going side and which direction any chip escape ports allow material to fly.

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Recognizing the Dangers While it may appear that these illustrated danger areas can be visually recognized on the job by observing how far chips fly during a cut, that is only true for chips and other light weight materials.

Metal parts and wooden spears can be thrown to surprisingly greater distances. Even distant personnel on the ground, in other vehicles, or in buildings are at risk if the throw is in their direction.

Direction of throw The direction of possible tangential throw for metal parts and stones is dependent on the housing configuration and might be expected to be the same as observed for the chips. However, these throws can occur at any time the saw is running, in whichever direction the angle of throw is pointed by boom geometry, not just when a cut is being made.

Throw distance The throw distance for metal pieces and stones, can be many times the distance shown by the pattern for chips. More testing and data collection is needed to pin down a “safe distance” but if someone or something is in a place that can be seen by the operator and in the throw direction of a high speed disc saw, then the operation is not safe regardless of the distance.

Safe operating areas These saw heads must not be used in areas where the logging operation does not have control over the presence and movement of people. In particular, clearing of vegetation in urban and populated areas should not be done with a Tigercat manufactured or supplied high speed disc saw. High speed disc saw heads are intended for high productivity wood harvesting in areas remote from normal habitation. The possible presence of people and property within throw range and the likelihood of encountering scrap metal, wire fencing, steel posts and concrete must be respected.

Assessing the potential dangers on the job site The extent of danger from high speed disc saws on the logging operation has to be assessed on the job site, depending on how much other work activity is in the area and whether the operator can do his job of cutting and bunching with good control of throw patterns. Danger is greater if the saw is equipped with detachable, or fragile, or brittle teeth, or if the site contains stones or abandoned metal.

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Regular maintenance Poor saw maintenance increases these dangers. Some designs that might allow fasteners to wear thin or fatigue and suddenly break, need thorough timely replacement procedures. It is important that the warning signs of missing saw tooth parts or the sounds of striking rocks be heeded and the operation adjusted to avoid danger.

High angle wrist rotation ability When a felling machine is equipped with a high speed disc saw head with a high angle wrist rotation ability it should be determined that the limits of the boom, stick, tilt, wrist, upper leveling and any other freedoms, do not permit a direct throw at the operators cab during normal operation, see figure 7a. It is probably essential that the housing have a long snout on the throw side and that if a chip escape port is used it should be guarded.

With these high mechanical freedom arrangements there is a chance that an unforeseeable operator misadventure or equipment failure could result in an accidental direct or deflected throw at the operators cab, refer to figure 2 and 7b. The cab should be capable of resisting such accidental and ricochet throws. The velocity energy of metal or rock pieces leaving the blade is extremely high. The operators cab cannot be considered safe to routinely operate in the chip throw area, even if it has been especially constructed to prevent penetration by accidentally thrown objects.

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FELLING HEAD • WITH A CHIP ESCAPE PORT AND SHORT SNOUT. • SHOWN IN A HIGH ANGLE WRIST ROTATION POSITION, PLACING OPERATOR'S CAB IN DIRECT LINE WITH UNGUARDED CHIP ESCAPE PORT

FIGURE 7a

PLAN VIEW OF MACHINE SHOWING CLOCKWISE AND COUNTERCLOCKWISE BLADE ROTATION

FIGURE 7b FELLING HEAD • WITH LONGER SNOUT ON THROW SIDE OF OPENING AND WITH A GUARDED CHIP ESCAPE PORT.

FIGURE 7: DISC SAW FELLING HEAD WITH HIGH ANGLE WRIST ROTATION CAPABILITY

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Throwing long wood pieces Dangers from throws of long wood pieces are illustrated in figures 8 to 11. Tests and experience have shown that when a high speed rotating saw is applied to a loose piece of wood, the wood is either blown or pushed away, without a throw. If the wood is held firmly in all directions and the saw advanced into it at any feed speed, cutting will take place. If the wood is only held against escape from the saw radially, but not held tangentially, then the wood will be both partly cut and partly moved tangentially. In this last case tests have shown that if the piece of wood is backed-up by a solid slippery surface; and if the feed in is very fast; and if the piece of wood is long enough; then the tangential movement is a dangerous spear-like throw.

A SLAB, WHICH COULD LATER BE THROWN, MIGHT HAPPEN WHEN NOT ENOUGH ROOM IN HEAD TO COMPLETELY CUT THE LAST TREE

SLAB

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FIGURE 8a: HOW A SLAB CAN BE THROWN FROM THE SIDE OF A LOG

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SAW HOUSING HAS SKIS, BUT WITHOUT SNOUTS AND BLADE TEETH PROTRUDE AHEAD OF THE HOUSING.

FIGURE 8

THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE FELLING HEAD MOVING INTO SLAB/LOG

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LOG A LONG THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE CAN CAUSE A DANGEROUS SPEAR THROW

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FIGURE 8b SIDE VIEW

FEED IN

IF THE SIDE OF A LOG CAN CONTACT THE SAW, THE THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE CAN BE LONG

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Figures 8 and 9 show two ways that this might happen in the woods if using the saw head of figure 4 (where the throw contact can be long). A slab, still partly attached to a well backed-up tree bole and wet with sap, makes an ideally bad throw situation which could unintentionally occur in woods work. A small log in a pile of other logs might also be propelled out with enough length of continued contact to reach near saw tip speed.

A SMALL LOG IN A PILE OF OTHER LOGS MIGHT ALSO BE PROPELLED OUT WITH ENOUGH LENGTH OF CONTINUED CONTACT WITH THE BLADE TO REACH NEAR SAW TIP SPEED.

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FELLING HEAD MOVING INTO LOG PILE

FIGURE 9a: HOW A LOG CAN BE THROWN LIKE A SPEAR SAW HOUSING WITHOUT SNOUTS AND BLADE TEETH PROTRUDE AHEAD OF THE HOUSING.

SMALL LOG

THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE LOG PILE

FEED IN

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A SAW HOUSING WITHOUT SNOUTS ALLOWS A LONG THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE

FIGURE 9b SIDE VIEW

FIGURE 9c TOP VIEW

IF THE SIDE OF A LOG CAN CONTACT THE SAW, THE THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE CAN BE LONG

FEED IN

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Figure 10 shows how a head with snouts does not allow a long throw contact. Although tests show that a short contact length on a long log or tree butt does not result in a spear like throw, this action should nevertheless be avoided because abnormally large chips are sometimes produced and thrown.

UNCUT TREE OR STUMP BACKUP THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE

• WHEN ONLY THE END OF A LOG CAN MAKE CONTACT WITH THE SAW, THERE IS NOT MUCH THROW ENGAGEMENT DISTANCE

FIGURE 10: FELLING HEAD HOUSING WITH SNOUTS DOES NOT ALLOW A LONG THROW CONTACT

FELLING HEAD MOVING INTO LOG

Figure 11 warns that blocks of wood can be tossed in any direction when improvising with a disc saw to trim over-size stumps. A long snout and a slow feed speed lessen danger during stump trimming.

A similar danger of throw may exist when clearing small brush with multiple pass cuts.

FELLING HEAD MOVING INTO STUMP (FEED SPEED)

FIGURE 11: A BLOCK OF WOOD CAN BE TOSSED WHEN TRIMMING STUMPS

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Saw blade throw gap Saw blades have gaps between adjacent teeth and holders to permit installation and removal of the teeth and to provide spaces to accumulate chips in the cut, see figure 12. Fallen sticks and debris or sticks and debris sliding across the the saw blade can enter these gaps when the blade is rotating and be struck by the teeth and be tossed or thrown. Larger gaps and lower rotation speeds increase these dangers.

THROW GAP

FIGURE 12: SAW BLADE THROW GAP

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Saw housing entrance and exit space To avoid the ingestion of materials into the housing space above the disc (and later ejection) the ingoing entrance for the saw rim of teeth is kept as small as practical. It is important that this high wear area be maintained at its original size and shape. The outgoing opening is large enough to allow the housing to clean itself and will allow most things inside to be thrown out, see figure 13. Its throw direction and angle must be respected. A long snout on the other side reduces this danger.

THE INGOING ENTRANCE OF THE HOUSING FOR THE SAW RIM OF TEETH SHOULD BE SMALL

THE OUTGOING OPENING IS LARGER TO ALLOW THE HOUSING TO CLEAN ITSELF AND WILL ALLOW MOST THINGS INSIDE TO BE THROWN OUT

FIGURE 13: SAW BLADE ENTRANCE AND EXIT SPACE

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This information is offered by Tigercat as part of interim action to make saw heads safer. It is based on what has recently been reported from the field and on tests conducted on proving grounds.

Tigercat is continuing to do design and testing of tree felling machinery towards achieving greater safety in the woods. Tigercat would be thankful for written reports describing any unsafe happenings, including near misses, in the use of felling heads and their carriers.

The following are some “SAW HEAD DON’TS” that apply particularly to throw prevention.

Do not point the throw of a disc saw head in a direction towards people, vehicles or buildings at any visible distance.

Do not operate in a way that throws chips in a direct-line at the machine cab.

Do not push hard with the saw against anything except a standing tree to be cut.

Do not mix new sharp teeth with old dull teeth on the same saw.

Do not change the blade rotation from its designed direction in the head.

Do not over speed the blade rpm.

Do not remove or shorten snouts provided by the head manufacturer or installer.

Do not neglect tooth fastening inspection, maintenance and replacement.

Do not neglect to repair worn or damaged saw housings.

Do not neglect to replace any covers removed for service or clean out.

Do not count on skis to give the throw protection that snouts do.

Do not nudge loose short pieces with the front of any type of head.

Do not nudge anything, even long logs, with the front of a head which has no snouts.

Do not cut short small stalks when blade speed is low.

Do not operate a high speed disc saw in a populated area.

Do not assume that visitors and other workers are aware of disc saw dangers.

Do not assume that the operator will spare you, a visitor, from danger.

Do not select and operate heads that throw rearward.

Do not select and operate heads with unnecessarily wide throw angles.

Do not neglect to read and follow all instructions provided by the saw and head manufacturers.

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SECTION 2 - CONTROLS AND OPERATION APRIL 2000

CONTENTS - SECTION 2 ACCUMULATING ARMS ............................... 2.2 AIR CLEANER, ENGINE ............................. 2.18 AIR CLEANER UNLOADER VALVE ............ 2.18 AIR CONDITIONER/HEATER ....................... 2.9 AIR CONDITIONING ................................... 2.10 AIR VENTS ................................................. 2.11 ARTICULATION LOCK PIN ......................... 2.30 AUXILIARY POWER ................................... 2.14

HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL, LOW ................... 2.14 HYDRAULIC OIL RESERVOIR ................... 2.17 HYDRAULIC OIL TEMP. GAUGE ................ 2.14

BATTERY DISCONNECT SWITCH ............ 2.16 BOOM CYLINDER LOCK ........................... 2.31 BOOM LIFT ................................................... 2.2 BOOM TILT ................................................... 2.2 BRAKE, PARKING ........................................ 2.4 BRAKES ........................................................ 2.3

LIGHT, DOME ............................................... 2.7 LIGHT SWITCH, FRONT LIGHTS .............. 2.13 LIGHT SWITCH, REAR LIGHTS ................. 2.13 LIGHTER ..................................................... 2.14 LOW HYDRAULIC OIL LIGHT .................... 2.14

CARE OF THE MACHINE ........................... 2.28 CENTER JOINT LOCK PIN ........................ 2.30 CLAMP ARMS ............................................... 2.3 CLEANING A/C CONDENSER, OIL COOLER AND RADIATOR .......................................... 2.20 CONTROLS - CAB ........................................ 2.2 CREEP SWITCH ......................................... 2.13 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK, (FRONT) SWITCH 2.13 DIFFERENTIAL LOCK, (REAR) SWITCH .. 2.13 DOME LIGHT ................................................ 2.7 DRIVE CONTROL ......................................... 2.3 EMERGENCY EXIT/SKYLIGHT ................... 2.7 ENGINE AIR CLEANER, PRECLEANER ... 2.18 ENGINE COOLANT TEMP. GAUGE ........... 2.15 ENGINE OIL PRESSURE GAUGE ............. 2.14 ENGINE RPM ............................................... 2.3 ETHER STARTING AID .............................. 2.13 FILTER - CAB FRESH AIR .......................... 2.10 FILTER, RECIRCULATING AIR .................. 2.11 FOOT CONTROL, CENTER ......................... 2.3 FOOT CONTROL, LEFT ............................... 2.3 FOOT CONTROL, RIGHT ............................. 2.3 FUEL LINE WATER SEPARATOR. .............. 2.23 FUEL TANK ................................................. 2.16 GEAR SHIFT LEVER .................................... 2.4 GRAFFITI REMOVAL .................................. 2.29 HEATER, CAB ............................................... 2.9 HORN SWITCH .......................................... 2.13 HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE ................. 2.10 HOURMETER ............................................. 2.14 HYDRAULIC HAND FILL PUMP ................. 2.17

IGNITION SWITCH ..................................... 2.12 INSTRUMENT PANEL ........................ 2.12, 2.14 JOYSTICK, LEFT .......................................... 2.2 JOYSTICK, RIGHT ........................................ 2.2

MACHINE PREPARATION .......................... 2.26 SYSTEM TEST AND WARM-UP ............. 2.26 OPERATING MACHINE .............................. 2.22 PRE-START CHECKS ............................. 2.22 OPERATOR’S SEAT ...................................... 2.7 PARKING BRAKE ......................................... 2.4 PILOT RESET SWITCH .............................. 2.12 PILOT SYSTEM SHUT OFF ....................... 2.12 PRECLEANER, ENGINE ............................ 2.18 RADIO, AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE .......... 2.7 SAW CIRCUIT PRESSURE GAUGE .......... 2.15 SAW SWITCH ............................................. 2.12 SEAT, OPERATOR'S ..................................... 2.7 SKYLIGHT/EMERGENCY EXIT ................... 2.7 STARTING ENGINE .................................... 2.24 ENGINE RUN OUT OF FUEL .................. 2.25 STARTING IN COLD WEATHER .............. 2.25 STARTING FLUID ....................................... 2.13 STEREO CASSETTE/RADIO ....................... 2.7 STOPPING ENGINE ................................... 2.27 TACHOMETER ............................................ 2.15 THROTTLE CONTROL ................................. 2.3 THUMB SWITCH .......................................... 2.2 TOWING INSTRUCTIONS .......................... 2.29 TRANSMISSION ........................................... 2.5 CHECK OIL LEVEL ................................... 2.5 SHIFTING GEARS ..................................... 2.4 VOLTMETER ............................................... 2.15 WATER SYSTEM, PRESSURIZED ............... 2.6 WINDOWS, CLEANING/CARE ................... 2.28

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Controls and operation IMPORTANT

This manual is applicable to factory installed machine functions and controls. It does not take into account any changes or modifications made after shipment. Verify all functions before operating this machine.

CONTROLS - CAB 1

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1. BOOM JOYSTICK - RIGHT

L.H. JOYSTICK

2. STEERING JOYSTICK - LEFT

Boom Lift

Move the joystick to the RIGHT to turn the machine to the RIGHT.

Move the joystick BACK to RAISE the boom.

Move the joystick FORWARD to LOWER the boom.

Move the joystick to the LEFT to turn the machine to the LEFT.

Boom Tilt

The steering "speed" can be controlled by the amount the joystick is moved to the right or left. A small movement of the joystick will turn the machine slowly and a large movement of the joystick will cause the machine to turn very rapidly. The steering joystick does not move forward or back.

Move the joystick to the RIGHT to tilt the felling head FORWARD. Move the joystick to the LEFT to tilt the felling head BACK. Thumb Switch - Accumulating Arms Push the rocker switch to the LEFT to OPEN the accumulator arms.

Thumb Switch - On machines serial number 7261201 and up, this switch will turn the front differential locks on or off.

Push the rocker switch to the RIGHT to CLOSE the accumulator arms.

On machines serial number 7261001 - 7261200 this switch has no function. See INSTRUMENT PANEL item 5 in THIS SECTION.

IMPORTANT Use differential locks ONLY when additional traction is required. Do not continuously drive the machine with the differential locks on as this will result in damage to the axles.

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FOOT PEDALS

THROTTLE CONTROL

6. THROTTLE CONTROL

3. RIGHT FOOT CONTROL - DRIVE CONTROL

For HIGH IDLE engine RPM push button on end of throttle control and PULL fully OUT.

Press the RIGHT foot pedal to drive FORWARD.

For LOW IDLE engine RPM push button on end of throttle control and PUSH fully IN.

Press the LEFT foot pedal to drive in REVERSE.

NOTE: All harvesting operations should be performed at HIGH IDLE.

NOTE: A back-up horn will sound when travelling in reverse.

Maintaining Correct Engine RPM. It is most important that the RPM of the engine be correct at all times;

4. CENTER FOOT CONTROL - BRAKES Depress the foot pedal to apply the hydraulic brakes.

Caterpillar Engine:

NOTE: As a safety precaution before working on or around the machine; After the engine has been shut off, depress this pedal 30 - 40 times to relieve any pressure that may be stored in the hydraulic system .

Cummins 'C' Series Engine:

Low Idle 1000 ± 25 RPM. (No Load) High Idle 2400 ± 25 RPM. (No Load)

Low Idle 800 ± 25 RPM (No Load) Idle 2400 ± 25 RPM (No Load)

High

5. LEFT FOOT CONTROL, (SAW) CAUTION

- Clamp arm(s)

Under no circumstances allow the high idle engine RPM to vary from the recommended settings; particularly faster, as serious damage to the pumps will result.

Press the LEFT foot pedal to OPEN the clamp arm(s).

Press the RIGHT foot pedal to CLOSE the clamp arm(s).

- Clamp arm/Shear

These values are with the hydraulic and engine oil at normal operating temperatures and no functions activated.

Press the LEFT foot pedal to OPEN the clamp arm and shear (simultaneously).

The engine RPM should be checked regularly with a calibrated hand tachometer.

Press the RIGHT foot pedal to CLOSE the clamp arm and shear (simultaneously).

NOTE: When setting pressures, increase Low Idle to 1000 RPM with throttle control.

5A. LEFT FOOT CONTROL, (SHEAR)

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Controls and operation The brake is properly adjusted when:

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Resistance is encountered half way through the brake lever's travel.

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The machine can be held stationary while attempting to drive forward in HIGH gear at full throttle.

NOTE: The drive prevent limit switch on the parking brake lever must be disconnected for this test.

PARKING BRAKE ~ ENGAGED POSITION

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Reconnect the drive prevent limit switch immediately after this test is completed.

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The parking brake linkage must be kept properly adjusted at all times and should be serviced (adjusted and lubricate pivots) every 500 hours under normal operating conditions.

PARKING BRAKE ~ DISENGAGED POSITION

8. LEVER - GEAR SHIFT

7. PARKING BRAKE

Shifting gears

PULL up on handle to ENGAGE parking brake.

Gear shifting must not be done while the machine is in motion. The two speed transmission does not have the capability to mesh moving gears. If the operator shifts gears while the machine is in motion, severe damage will occur to the shift collar and its mating gears and will result in a difficulty or inability to shift from one speed to the other.

In order to shift gears with minimum effort and without damaging the transmission, there must be no motion between the gear teeth of

PUSH down on the handle to DISENGAGE parking brake.

This parking brake operates the disc brake caliper on the transmission output shaft.

NOTE: The parking brake must be in the ENGAGED position to START the engine, and in the DISENGAGED position to DRIVE the machine.

This circuit prevents the machine from being driven when the parking brake is ON.

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A limit switch (drive prevent circuit) is attached to the brake lever housing. When the brake lever is in the ON position a pin on the lever CLOSES the limit switch contacts. When the lever is in the fully OFF position the contacts are OPEN.

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Keep the brake properly adjusted at all times.

Brake adjustment: There are two ways to adjust the parking brake to compensate for wear; (1) Turning the knob on the end of the brake lever or, (2) at the caliper by loosening the jamnut on the cable clevis, removing the clevis and screwing the clevis further onto the cable end.

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the shift collar and the teeth of the low or high speed gear.

Procedure: •

Drive machine for a minimum of 5 minutes to ensure that the lubrication pump is primed.

Shifting Procedure: •

Bring machine to full stop on level ground.

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Reduce the engine speed to IDLE.

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Depress foot break pedal to hold the machine stationary.

Park on level area, lower felling head, parking brake on and turn off engine.

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Move the gearshift lever (push or pull) to engage the desired gear.

Clean dirt and debris from around oil dipstick and check oil level.

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If required: add the recommended grade of oil through the transmission oil fill tube.

Note: If the gear will not engage, the shifting collar and the speed gear have not aligned.

Do not overfill.

This can be corrected by lightly touching the steering joystick to slightly articulate the machine, which will cause the collar and gear to mesh and allow for easy shifting.

TRANSMISSION: By carefully following these procedures, the service life of the transmission will be extended and costly down time will be avoided.

CHECK OIL LEVEL Check oil level at end of every 8 hour shift.

FILL TUBE

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DIPSTICK

CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL

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Controls and operation TO FILL AND CHARGE THE PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM:

WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (SHOWN CLOSED)

a. Completely discharge all water and compressed air from the tank via the hose end nozzle.

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Never remove fill plug before de-pressurizing tank or injury may result. This fill plug incorporates a vent hole to release air pressure from the tank before the threads disengage. DO NOT replace this fill plug with any substitute.

PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM CONTROL VALVE (UNDER SEAT)

9. VALVE - Pressurized Water System Turn the hand operated ball valve (shut off valve) under the seat to the ON position to draw water from the 10.5 gallon pressurized holding tank at the rear of the machine. When not in use turn the water supply OFF at this valve and relieve the pressure in the rubber hose, under the operator's seat.

b. Slowly unscrew fill plug two full turns. Any remaining air in the tank will be heard expelling from the special fill plug. Do not remove fill plug until all air has been expelled. c. Close water shut off valve and fill tank with water. (Tank capacity is approx. 10.5 gals.)

NOTE: When temperatures below 32°F are anticipated, add a Non toxic R. V. Antifreeze or other suitable antifreeze solution to the water. NOTE: Most Nontoxic R.V. Anti freeze solutions contain corrosion and algae inhibitors, it is therefore suggested that this solution be added to the water on a continual basis regardless of temperature conditions.

AIR CHARGE VALVE

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PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM

d. Install fill plug in tank. e. Charge water tank with compressed air by connecting an air hose to air charge valve on side of seat near the pressure gauge.

Pressurize to 60 psi as indicated on pressure gauge.

The pressure gauge on the side of the seat should read 60 psi.

SYSTEM TEST: This system should be tested once every month by turning the shut-off valve ON and expelling water from the hose end nozzle. A very forceful discharge of water should be obtained. If the water does not come out with force (with pressure gauge reading 60 psi) the system needs to be PURGED. Refer to PURGING PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM in THIS SECTION.

PURGING THE SYSTEM Purging should be carried out whenever the flow of water does not forcefully discharge from the end of the hose with the pressure gauge reading 60 psi. a. Follow procedures (a) and (b) from FILL & CHARGE PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM and continue with:

After testing, the tank must be refilled and pressurized to 60 psi. Refer to the following FILL AND CHARGE procedure. This FILL AND CHARGE procedure should be carried out yearly.

b. Close the water shut off valve and add 2 gallons of CLEAN water to the tank.

Reinstall the fill plug and charge the system with 60 lbs. of compressed air through the charging valve. c. Open the shut off valve and completely discharge all the water in the tank via the hose end nozzle.

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d. If a forceful discharge was not achieved, repeat the purging procedure. If a second purging does not work, remove lines and check for an obstruction.

WARNING The seat and shoulder restraint belts must be used at all times when operating this machine.

e. After the purging operation, fill and charge the system as described in FILL & CHARGE PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM in THIS SECTION.

ADJUSTMENTS SEAT ADJUSTMENTS

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12 4-WAY LUMBAR VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT

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BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB

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The switch is located on the side of the dome light fixture.

11. SKYLIGHT/EMERGENCY EXIT

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Provides tree top visibility and serves as a third cab exit should the two doors become blocked. There are two retaining handles on the inside and two on the outside to allow removal of the hatch from either side. These handles should only be HAND TIGHTENED, to allow them to be unscrewed in case of an emergency.

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HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER FORE/AFT SLIDE LEVER

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The spring-assisted height adjustment is controlled by the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER located on the front left side of the seat chassis.

The four height settings: top, bottom and two in between, provide a total height adjustment of 3”.

12. AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE With two front mounted speakers.

Refer to stereo manufacturer's manual.

To Raise Firmly lift up on the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER. When the lever releases, hold it up while partially lifting the operator’s body weight from the seat. When the seat is at the desired height, firmly push down on the lever until the seat locks (a click should be heard).

To Lower Firmly lift up on the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER. When the lever releases, partially apply operator body weight to the seat until the seat is at the desired height. firmly push down on the lever.

Hold lever down until the seat locks into position (a click should be heard).

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RIDE ADJUSTMENT After adjusting height, the ride adjustment should be made by turning the RIDE ADJUSTMENT KNOB counter-clockwise until the seat cushion is level.

PROBLEMS AND CORRECTIVE ACTION RIDES TOO STIFF/SEAT TENDS TO PUSH OR THROW OPERATOR FORWARD The RIDE ADJUSTMENT KNOB has been tightened (turned counter-clockwise) too much.

This typically happens because the operator is trying to use additional RIDE ADJUSTMENT KNOB rather than the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER to raise the seat. Operator is riding the seat in the low height position setting. Refer to HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT.

4-WAY ADJUSTABLE LUMBAR To position lumbar mechanism vertically, move VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB up or down. For fore-and-aft displacement, rotate HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT KNOB. BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Rotate BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB to place seat at the desired angle.

RIDES TOO SOFT OR BOTTOMS OUT AND PINCHES OPERATOR The seat RIDE ADJUSTMENT KNOB has not been tightened (turned counter-clockwise) enough. Insufficient ride adjustment exaggerates the knee-action movement of the seat. This usually happens because the operator is trying to lower the seat by decreasing the amount of ride adjustment instead of using the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER. Refer to HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT.

FORE/AFT SLIDE Move and hold FORE/AFT SLIDE LEVER. Roll seat forward or backward to the desired position relative to the footpedal controls.

ARMREST ADJUSTMENT Each armrest has 2 adjustments to place it in the required position. Loosen adjustment locking wingbolts to reposition armrest height and fore/aft position.

SEAT TOO HIGH/SEAT TOO LOW There are several things which can cause improper seat height. Refer to the HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT and adjust seat to the desired position. If the proper height cannot be reached using one of the four height adjustment settings, it may be necessary to install the seat on a higher base.

4-WAY 4-WAY LUMBAR LUMBAR HORIZONTAL HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT

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VIEW FROM RIGHT REAR OF SEAT

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This is a variable, rotary dial to adjust the amount of heated air for the cab. Make sure this control is off, when using the air conditioning.

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Ensure that HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE on engine is closed during summer months. If A/C blows warm air, the cable from this heat control dial to the heater/air conditioning unit may require some adjustment (at back of dial).

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AIR CONDITIONER HEATER CONTROLS

14. AIR CONDITIONER/HEATER

E. AIR CONDITIONING - VARIABLE

The controls on this panel are used to adjust the heating and air conditioning temperature for operator comfort in the operator's cab.

This is a variable, rotary dial to adjust the amount of cooled air for the cab.

A. A/C ON/OFF SWITCH

NOTE: To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioning, the heat control dial on the control panel must be rotated to the "OFF" position. Also refer to HOT WATER SHUT OF VALVE, item (17) in THIS SECTION.

This is a push/on push/off power switch and may on earlier machines include an indicator light.

B. FAN SPEED - OFF/LOW/MED/HIGH This is a rotary, four position switch for the fan speed.

C. AIR SOURCE - 2 POSITION This is a rotary, two position switch to select either, outside fresh air or to recirculate inside air.

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Controls and operation 16. FILTER - CAB FRESH AIR

15 SHUT-OFF VALVE

ENGINE

When the control knob (C) on the A-C/ Heater control panel is in the FRESH AIR position (rotated to the right), outside air is drawn into the cab air conditioning unit through this filter and mixed with interior air from the cab. The filter is located in the rear of the cab roof and accessible from outside the cab.

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HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (CAT ENGINE)

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FRESH AIR FILTER This filter should be cleaned or replaced every 125 hours. This is done by removing 6 bolts and removing the air inlet cover. Next remove 2 bolts and remove the filter retainer.

This will allow access to the filter.

HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (CUMMINS ENGINE)

15. HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (ENGINE) To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioning, the heat control (D) on the a/c heater control panel must be rotated to the "OFF" position. During times when cab heating is not required the HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE, on the heater hose from the engine, should also be closed to prevent hot water from seeping through the a/c unit, thereby reducing the cooling system effect.

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17 FILTER, RECIRCULATING AIR - A/C UNIT

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When the control knob (C) is in the RECIRCULATING position (rotated to the left), air in the cab is drawn into the A/C- HEATER unit via this filter and recirculated. This filter is located at the base of the A/C unit, below the right arm of the operator’s seat.

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Air filters may require cleaning more frequently under extreme conditions.

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AIR VENTS

18. AIR VENTS The Air Conditioner/Heater package has 7 air outlets in the cab.

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1. IGNITION - switch This is a three-position switch labelled OFF/ RUN/START.

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OFF Position - All electrical power fed through the ignition switch is turned “OFF”

ACTUATOR

RUN Position - Connects the battery to all functions. Used for normal machine operation.

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START Position - Used to energize the starter motor to start the engine. NOTE: The parking brake must be in the ON position to start the engine.

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NOTE: All functions on the machine can now be operated, either as intended or by accidentally touching them.

PILOT RESET switch - (spring return) This function prevents accidental or improper use of the controls from anywhere but the operator's seat.

Once the safety interlock system has been activated, the safety of both the operator and all persons outside the cab will become the responsibility of the operator.

With the engine running and both doors closed, push this switch to REACTIVATE the pilot system after it has been deactivated by opening of the cab door, or by turning the ignition switch to the OFF position.

The door interlock switches and the pilot reset switch are a safety feature and their function must not be defeated in any way.

4. SAW - switch - green light

3. PILOT SYSTEM SHUT OFF - limit switch

Use this switch to turn the saw ON or OFF. Set throttle to HIGH IDLE before turning saw ON.

Both doors are equipped with interlock switches to prevent the machine from being operated while the doors are open (pilot system shut off).

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start up when the engine is restarted. The saw switch must be turned OFF and then back ON for the saw to start.

with starter one or two revolutions before injecting starter fluid. Inject fluid only when engine is turning.

Light in switch comes on when saw is operating. The light may not be on even though the saw switch is in the ON position, due to the safety interlocks mentioned above.

To inject starting fluid, momentarily depress ETHER (“START AID”) push button switch, using short “bursts” while cranking the engine at the same time. Stop injecting fluid after engine starts. If engine begins to die during the first few minutes, inject another “shot” of fluid.

Note: When a shear is used, this switch is installed but is non-functional.

INSTALL NEW CAN OF STARTING FLUID:

5. DIFFERENTIAL LOCK, (front) switch - green light Machine Serial no.7201001 to 7261200 Placing this rocker switch in the ON position will lock up the front axle differential and provide drive torque to both front wheels. On machine serial no. 7261201 and up this switch has no function. See L. H. JOYSTICK in THIS SECTION

Clean the area around the valve before removing the canister. Loosen the band clamp that holds the empty canister, unscrew the can from the solenoid assembly and discard properly. Check the valve gasket under the cylinder and replace if damaged or missing.

Remove the protective cap from the new canister of starting fluid and screw the can (hand tight) onto the solenoid assembly.

Retighten the band clamp to hold the can in place.

IMPORTANT Use differential locks ONLY when additional traction is required. Do not continuously drive the machine with the differential locks on as this will result in damage to the axles.

DANGER When working on this starting aid system always make sure that you are in a well ventilated area, away from heat, open flames or sparks.

The Ethyl Ether used in this system is extremely flammable, toxic, harmful or fatal if swallowed. Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Do not breath the fumes. If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Call physician immediately.

If fuel enters eyes or fumes irritate eyes, they should be washed with large amounts of clean water for 15 minutes. A physician should be contacted.

Ether starting fluid is highly flammable. Do not use near fire, Sparks or flames. Read the warning label on the container.

6. DIFFERENTIAL LOCK, (rear) switch - green light Placing this rocker switch in the ON position will lock up the rear axle differential and provide drive torque to both rear wheels.

NOTE: Use differential locks ONLY when additional traction is needed.

7. CREEP - switch - green light Placing this rocker switch in the ON position will put the hydrostatic drive into CREEP mode. Creep mode is when the motor is set at maximum displacement, providing increased torque and reduced speed.

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LIGHTS - FRONT - switch - green light (optional)

DANGER Do not store cylinders above 160°F. Do not incinerate, puncture or attempt to remove the center core valve or the side safety valve from the cylinder.

This switch will turn on the lights that illuminate the area in front of the cab.

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LIGHTS - REAR - switch - green light (optional) This switch will turn on the lights that illuminate the area behind the cab.

IMPORTANT: To prevent dust from being drawn into the engine, leave a can in place on the solenoid assembly. A common cause of system failure occurs because dirt was allowed into the system when changing fuel cylinders.

10. HORN - switch (spring return) 11. ETHER STARTING AID switch, spring return (optional) IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, crank engine 2.13

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16. ENGINE OIL PRESSURE - gauge

12. AUXILIARY POWER

The oil pressure should be greatest after starting a cold engine. It should operate between 35 and 70 psi. when the engine is running at rated engine speed, with SAE 10W30 oil and at operating temperature. If the gauge registers less than the above with engine running at high idle, check the engine oil level. If pressure drops below 15 psi, shut the machine down immediately. Oil pressure must register on the gauge immediately after starting the engine.

A 12 volt outlet with 20 amp capacity for portable devices such as phones.

13. LIGHTER Cigarette lighter.

14. HOURMETER This meter records the total number of hours the engine has run.

15. HYDRAULIC OIL TEMPERATURE - gauge

NOTE: During low idle rpm. the oil pressure will be low. This is not an abnormal condition but must be closely monitored.

Displays the current hydraulic oil temperature registered in the hydraulic reservoir.

If the temperature goes beyond 180°F check the following:

17. LOW HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL - red light This light is activated by a low level sending unit built into the hydraulic oil reservoir sight gauge.

• Plugged oil cooler • Malfunction in a hydraulic circuit • High loads on the hydraulic system • Low hydraulic oil level Operation above 180°F will shorten hydraulic component life.

If temperature reaches 210°F do not continue to operate the machine.

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18. ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE gauge Displays the current engine coolant temperature. It should normally indicate between 190°F and 210°F. If temperature goes beyond 220°F check for plugged cooling air intake screens or plugged radiator. DO NOT continue to operate machine.

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This meter indicates the r.p.m. of the engine.

Refer to THROTTLE CONTROL in THIS SECTION for engine RPM values.

20. VOLTMETER - gauge Normal operating range for the electrical system is between 12 - 13.5 volts.

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SAW PRESSURE GAUGE

21. SAW CIRCUIT PRESSURE - Gauge

A reading in excess of 15 volts indicates a possible faulty voltage regulator.

This gauge is visible outside the lower right corner of the front window.

A reading less than 12 volts indicates a possible faulty battery or alternator.

When the saw switch is put into the ON position, (engine at high idle) the gauge will show an initial value of 3500 - 3600 psi for the first 10 seconds, then as the blade speeds up, drop to approx. 3100 psi. for a further 12 to 15 seconds. After an elapsed time of approx. 30 seconds the gauge reading will drop to approx. 1200 - 1500 psi. and hold, as the blade reaches full speed.

During cutting operations the operator will see the gauge values rise as the blade slows down due to cutting, and fall as the blade speeds up. A reading of 1500 psi or above indicates that the blade has not attained full speed from the previous cut or has jammed.

Further cutting should be delayed until the pressure drops below 1500 psi. to prevent stalling the saw blade during the next cut.

WARNING When leaving the cab to check the saw blade or other parts of the felling head, observe all safety rules and regulations listed in both this manual and the attachment manufacturer's manual.

Never leave the cab until the saw blade has come to a complete stop.

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ENGINE COMPARTMENT DIPSTICK

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1. BATTERY DISCONNECT - Switch

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This manually operated switch located in the left side of engine compartment, completely disconnects all electrical circuits on the machine from the battery.

FILTER SCREEN

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FUEL TANK DIPSTICK/FILTER

FUEL TANK Located at the right rear of the machine, the fuel tank has a capacity of 63 gallons (238 liters) and incorporates a dipstick and filler screen under the filler cap. The dipstick slides through a hole in the side of the filler screen. DO NOT drop the dipstick into the filler tube or it will punch a hole in the bottom of the filler screen. The filler screen should be removed and cleaned every 125 hours (reach in and lift it out). Replace the screen if it is damaged.

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Controls and operation FILL HOSE VIA RETURN FILTERS

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Located at the left rear of the machine, the hydraulic reservoir has a capacity of 52 gallons (196 liters). A sight gauge, accessible through the rear door indicates the HIGH and LOW levels of the hydraulic oil.

Incorporated into this gauge is a low level sending unit which signals a “low hydraulic oil” light in the cab to come ON when the oil level is low. Always keep the hydraulic oil between the HIGH and LOW calibrations. A low hydraulic oil level can result in severe damage to pumps, over filling causes the oil to discharge from the breather vent.

HAND FILL PUMP

4. HYDRAULIC HAND FILL PUMP The hydraulic hand fill pump, located at the rear of the machine is used for adding oil to the hydraulic oil reservoir.

To add oil to the reservoir, rotate hand fill pump outwards, clean suction tube and remove cap. Open oil fill shut-off valve, insert end of suction tube into supply drum and operate the pump. The oil is pumped directly into the hydraulic reservoir via a return filter.

The pump should always be operated at a medium speed with steady motion. Pumping too fast may cause oil to by-pass oil filter.

IMPORTANT: Close shut-off valve after filling and replace cap on suction tube.

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Controls and operation 6. AIR CLEANER

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The air cleaner on this machine uses 2 filter elements, a primary element and a safety element accessible from left side of engine.

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FILTER RESTRICTION INDICATOR

AIR CLEANER AND PRECLEANER

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5. ENGINE AIR PRECLEANER The engine air precleaner cleans engine air before it reaches the air cleaner filter elements. It removes contaminants such as dust, powder, insects, rain and snow. This precleaner is self powered and self cleaning requiring virtually no maintenance. However, it should be check periodically to make sure that foreign materials have not plugged the intake area or the exhaust port area. For servicing procedures, refer to SECTION 7 of the SERVICE MANUAL. AS THE AIR SPINS, CENTRIFUGAL FORCE SEPARATES FOREIGN MATERIALS FROM THE CLEAN AIR

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FILTER RESTRICTION INDICATOR

A filter restriction indicator is mounted to the output side of the filter, this should show green when the engine is running at high RPM. Service is required if the indicator shows red.

CONTAMINANTS ARE BLOWN OUT OF SPECIAL DISCHARGE PORTS BY HIGH VELOCITY, AIR POWERED ROTOR

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AIR CLEANER UNLOADER VALVE THE TURBO II PRECLEANER HAS SPECIALLY DESIGNED BLADES THAT CAUSE THE INCOMING AIR TO SPIN

This rubber valve on the tube of the air cleaner housing should be checked before every shift (8 hours). If this valve is missing, damaged or has turned hard, it will cause the air cleaner to become ineffective. The valve should suck closed at 1/3 throttle.

ONLY THE PURIFIED AIR GOES TO THE AIR FILTER

PRECLEANER OPERATION

TURBO 2

This valve should be replaced every 1000 hours. Remove the unloader valve from the tube of the air cleaner housing. Check and clean the valve. A good valve is soft and flexible. If plugged, be sure to check the filter elements as they may need replacing as well.

Reattach the valve to the tube.

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When operating in high dust conditions this valve should be checked and squeezed every 2 hours to release dust buildup.

IMPORTANT STEPS TO FOLLOW WHEN CHANGING FILTER ELEMENTS 1. Release the cover latch gently to reduce the amount of dust dislodged.

In addition to the LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in section 3 of this book, the following instructions should also be noted:

2. Avoid dislodging dust from filter element(s) by gently pulling the element off the outlet tube.

The most common and damaging servicing problems are:

3. Always clean the sealing surface of the outlet tube before inserting a new filter element.

OVER SERVICING Filter elements increase in dust cleaning efficiency as dust builds up on the media.

Looks can be deceiving. A filter that looks dirty is actually more efficient than one that is clean. A filter with dust build up on the media reaches nearly 100% dust cleaning efficiency.

Only when a filter is so clogged with dirt that air restriction goes beyond engine manufacturer's guidelines, should a filter be replaced.

4. Always clean the inside of the outlet tube.

NOTE: This does not apply to oil filters

6. Inspect the new filter for damage.

PRIMARY ELEMENT

OUTLET TUBE

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NOTE: Filter elements should never be cleaned and reused. Cleaning causes dust to bypass the filter and be deposited on the inner surface of the filter media. The dust is then drawn directly into the engine.

7. Insert the new filter properly. Apply pressure to the outer rim of the filter not the flexible centre.

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AIR FILTER ELEMENTS

IMPROPER SERVICING Engine exposure to dust during servicing is the largest single reason for engine damage due to dust.

Abrasive dust can easily enter the intake system once the air cleaner cover and protective filter element is removed for replacement. The safety element does reduce this risk but it should also be replaced at every third primary element change.

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CLEANING A/C CONDENSER, OIL COOLER AND RADIATOR

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The hydraulic oil cooler and engine radiator are mounted fore and aft. The A/C condenser core is mounted in front of these two units. A debris screen is used to protect the cooling assembly.

The engine fan draws air from behind the cab, through the screen, through the A/C condenser, then through the oil cooler and engine radiator assembly and blows it across the engine.

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The A/C condenser core, the oil cooler and the engine radiator assembly should be checked every 8 hours (every shift) or more often where conditions cause accumulation of twigs, leaves, pine needles and dust. All of the engine enclosure doors should also be checked.

PROCEDURE: 1. Swing out the door on the left side of the engine area, behind the cab.

2. The debris screen is taken out by loosening two hand knobs (left side) and carefully lifting out the screen to expose the A/C condenser.

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3. Remove two wing nuts (left side) and carefully swing out the A/C condenser (on hinges) to expose the Radiator core. Compressed air or water may be used to clean this assembly.

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Controls and operation 4. Check enclosed space between Radiator and Oil Cooler for debris. To access this area, remove panels on each side of the engine enclosure.

PANEL REMOVED

Thoroughly clean between Radiator and Oil Cooler cores. Compressed air or water may be used to clean this assembly also.

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CLEANING WAND

A special cleaning device "wand" is available from Tigercat to assist with this operation.

Reinstall both access panels after cleaning.

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NOTE: Never perform harvesting operations with access panels removed.

REMOVE ACCESS PANELS FOR CLEANING

This cooling assembly must be checked daily and may have to be thoroughly cleaned on a weekly or monthly basis, depending on operating conditions. Use personal protective equipment to guard against flying debris. Care must be taken when cleaning this assembly, as the components can be damaged by careless handling and cleaning.

USE "WAND" WITH COMPRESSED AIR OR WATER TO CLEAN BETWEEN RADIATOR AND OIL COOLER

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CLEAN BETWEEN RADIATOR AND OIL COOLER CORES

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OPERATING MACHINE If the machine has had a major service, a rebuild, or the hydraulic oil has been drained, refer to STARTUP PROCEDURE AFTER MAINTENANCE in SECTION 3 of THIS MANUAL.

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PRE-START CHECKS: 1. Ensure ignition switch and saw switch are in the OFF position and set parking brake ON.

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CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

4. Check the engine oil level. The level of the oil must be between the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick.

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2. Check fuel level (dipstick provided).

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LEVEL GAUGE

CHECK PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX OIL LEVEL HIGH

6. Check pump drive gearbox oil level (dipstick provided)

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3. Check hydraulic oil level, the level should be between the HIGH and LOW marks on the level gauge.

CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL

7. Check transmission oil level with dipstick.

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CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

8. Check the engine coolant level.

WARNING Shut off engine. Only remove filler cap when cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely.

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USE COMPRESSED AIR OR WATER TO CLEAN BETWEEN RADIATOR AND OIL COOLER

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10. Drain water from fuel line water separator.

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CLEAN RADIATOR, OIL COOLER AND SCREENS

9. Clean radiator, oil cooler and screens.

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AIR INTAKE PRE-CLEANER

11. Check air intake pre-cleaner for foreign material build-up in air intake area or exhaust port area.

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PRE-START CHECKS......CONT'D 12. Be sure that all covers, guards and doors are securely fastened.

1. Ensure that Pre-start checks have been performed and that the area is clear of personnel prior to starting the engine.

2. Sound horn to warn personnel of machine start-up.

3. Move throttle control to IDLE position.

4. Turn ignition switch to the start position to crank the engine.

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5. When engine starts, release ignition key to RUN position.

PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED POSITION

6. Keep throttle at IDLE position until engine oil pressure registers on gauge.

13. Check parking brake for proper operation.

NOTE: If the engine does not start after three attempts, check the fuel supply system.

Absence of blue or white exhaust smoke during cranking indicates no fuel is being delivered.

IMPORTANT After engine has started, keep engine speed low until engine oil pressure registers on gauge. If it does not register within 10 seconds, stop engine and investigate cause.

Allow a cold engine to warm up at LOW IDLE for at least five minutes before applying any load. Check all gauges often during the warm up period.

CAUTION Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Start engine only from the operator's seat in the cab.

If engine stalls while operating the machine, turn the ignition key to the OFF position and repeat steps 1 through 6.

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Controls and operation STARTING IN COLD WEATHER

RESTARTING AN ENGINE THAT HAS RUN OUT OF FUEL

1. Refill fuel tank completely.

(WITH OPTIONAL STARTING AID KIT) Cold temperatures require the use of the engine block heater and the engine oil pan heater. The use of an ether starting aid may also be required.

2. Remove engine fuel filter and fill with clean fuel.

NOTE: Do not use ether to restart an engine that has run out of fuel.

If the engine runs out of fuel, the fuel line must be primed:

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Bleed the system according to engine manual procedures.

IMPORTANT Cold start-ups can result in pump failure, refer to "HYDRAULIC OIL CHART" for recommended oil viscosities and temperature ranges

4. Crank engine until it starts. If it fails to start after 20 seconds, stop and wait for 2 minutes before trying again.

If a (ether) starting aid is being used;

IMPORTANT

1. Move throttle control to the IDLE position.

To prevent damage to starter, do not engage starter motor for more than 15 to 20 seconds.

Wait 2 minutes between each attempt to start the engine. If engine fails to start, refer to engine manufacturer operator's manual.

2. Crank engine with starter one or two revolutions before injecting starter fluid.

3. Momentarily depress ETHER push button switch, using short "bursts" while cranking the engine at the same time. Stop injecting fluid after engine starts. If engine begins to die during the first few minutes, inject another "shot" of fluid.

NOTE: Do not use ether to restart an engine that has run out of fuel.

IMPORTANT To prevent damage to starter, do not engage starter motor for more than 15 to 20 seconds.

Wait 2 minutes between each attempt to start the engine. If engine fails to start, refer to engine manufacturer operator's manual.

4. If the engine oil pressure does not register on the gauge within 15 - 20 seconds, STOP THE ENGINE. Allow the engine to run for approx. 5 minutes or until the engine coolant temperature gauge begins to register.

5. Before applying any load to the engine proceed with MACHINE PREPARATION.

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MACHINE PREPARATION

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SYSTEM TEST AND WARM-UP Before commencing harvesting operations, follow steps (a) thru (n) to accomplish the following:

k) After completion of the warm-up and system testing, turn the saw OFF, stop the blade and rest the felling head on the ground.

•

Warm up the hydraulic system.

l)

•

Test all systems for proper operation.

m) Move throttle control to LOW IDLE position.

•

Inspect for hydraulic oil leaks.

Turn saw on.

Set the parking brake ON.

WARNING Ensure that the saw blade has stopped rotating before leaving the cab.

CAUTION If any system fails to respond to the controls, stop the warm-up procedure and call a mechanic, otherwise serious damage to pumps and other components could result.

n) Leave the cab and visually check hose connections and cylinders for leaks. Check under the machine for oil leaks.

WARNING

Assuming machine was parked on level ground at last shutdown: a) Start engine. b) Ensure gauges and warning lights are indicating normal operating conditions. c) Check that all personnel are clear of the machine.

Never use your bare hand to check for fluid leaks.

d) Raise throttle control to the MID position. e) Slowly raise and lower boom, check for proper operation.

With felling head raised slightly off ground: f)

Operate the accumulator and clamp arms and check for proper operation.

g) Tilt the felling head forward and back and check that it is operating correctly. h) Steer the machine to the left and right. i)

When cold weather conditions exist, continue the process of warming up the hydraulic system by repeating steps (e) thru'’ (h) several times. As the hydraulic system warms up, engine speed can be increased gradually to the HIGH IDLE position.

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Fluid leaks under pressure may not be visible.

When searching for leaks, wear work gloves and use a wrench or piece of wood to move hydraulic hoses. Do not grab hold of hydraulic hoses. Wear safety goggles for eye protection.

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

STOPPING ENGINE IMPORTANT Stopping the engine immediately after it has been working under load can result in overheating and premature wear of the engine components. Follow the stopping procedure outlined below to allow the engine to cool.

1. Park machine on level ground and rest felling head on the ground.

2. Reduce engine speed to LOW IDLE and let run for approximately three minutes to allow gradual dissipation of heat and also to reduce turbocharger speed. This will also prevent loss of coolant by after boil and possible hot spot damage to the engine.

4. Do not race engine before shut-off.

5. Engage parking brake.

6. Stop engine by turning ignition switch to the OFF position.

WARNING Before leaving the machine, park it in a safe position on level ground.

Engage parking brake, lower the felling head to the ground.

Never work behind, in front of, or below a machine that has been parked on a grade.

Take additional precautions by placing the wheels against a rock, tree or other secure object.

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

CARE OF THE MACHINE

CAUTION

1. Ensure that all fluid levels are always at the proper level. Use the preventive maintenance schedule in SECTION 3 of this manual .

Be aware that the screen will swing outwards with considerable force if the door is open or the machine is on an incline.

2. Follow proper procedure for cleaning windows described in this section.

3. Apply grease to all lubrication points at required intervals.

4. Do not apply load to a cold engine.

5. Close and secure all doors and access covers.

6. Do not allow branches, twigs, leaves or pine needles to build up around radiator intake doors or anywhere else on the machine.

Clean frequently but at least once daily.

7. Always harvest trees in low gear.

8. Be sure that the felling head is resting on the ground before servicing or parking the machine.

195-19X

To remove wet paint, glazing compound or grease, rub lightly (not in direct sunlight) with a good grade of VM&P naphtha, isopropyl alcohol or butyl cellosolve (2-Butoxy Ethanol), then wash and rinse thoroughly. DO NOT USE GASOLINE, Gasoline or oil will cause uncoated LEXAN to become opaque. MARGARD coated lexan will start to become opaque around the edges and creep in.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS FOR LEXAN WINDOWS 1. Rinse with lukewarm water.

2. Using a soft cloth or sponge, gently wash the sheet with a mild solution of soap or detergent and lukewarm water. DO NOT scrub or use brushes or squeegees.

REMOVING HAIRLINE SCRATCHES Scratches and minor abrasions can be removed or minimized by using a mild automobile polish.

Three such products that tend to polish and fill scratches are Johnson Paste Wax, Novus Plastic Polish #1 & #2, and Mirror Glaze Plastic Polish. It is suggested that a test be made on a sample of LEXAN sheet with the product selected and that the polish manufacturers instructions be followed.

3. Rinse with clean lukewarm water.

4. Dry thoroughly with a chamois or moist cellulose sponge to prevent water spotting.

SIDE WINDOW SCREENS The side window screens will swing out to allow access for cleaning the windows. Screens are provided for the personal protection of the operator and must be re-installed immediately after cleaning the windows.

SOME IMPORTANT DON’TS DO NOT use abrasive or highly alkaline cleaners on LEXAN sheet products.

Never scrape LEXAN sheet products with squeegees, razor blades or other sharp instruments.

WINDOW SCREEN HANDKNOB

Benzene, gasoline, oil, acetone or carbon tetrachloride should never be used on LEXAN sheet products.

•• 173-25

HINGED SIDE WINDOW SCREENS

SIDE WINDOW SCREEN

A handknob is provided on both the inside and the outside. By unscrewing either (not both) of these knobs, the screen will be free to swing out on the hinges.

2.28

DO NOT clean LEXAN sheet products in hot sun or at elevated temperatures.

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

COMPATIBLE CLEANING AGENTS • Aqueous Solutions of Soaps and Detergents

TOWING INSTRUCTIONS A malfunction of the machine's equipment may make towing necessary.

Formula 409 Top Job Joy Freon T.F. VM&P grade Naphtha Palmolive Liquid Windex with Ammonia D

Towing is only recommended over short distances.

It is always better to make repairs at the point where the machine is parked whenever possible.

GRAFFITI REMOVAL A) Butyl Cellosolve (For removal of paints, marking pen inks, etc.) The use of masking tape, adhesive tape or lint removal tools works well for lifting off old weathered paints.

1. To facilitate towing, the transmission must be placed in NEUTRAL, this will disconnect the wheels from the hydraulic motor.

2. Raise the felling attachment off the ground and install the boom cylinder lift lock. Turn off the engine.

B) To remove labels, stickers, etc., the use of kerosene, VM&P Naphtha, or petroleum spirits is generally effective. When the solvent will not penetrate sticker material, apply heat (hair dryer) to soften the adhesive and promote removal. GASOLINE SHOULD NOT BE USED.

3. Install articulation lock pin.

4. To allow the machine to steer while towing and prevent damage to the steering cylinders, cross hydraulic hoses on one of the steering cylinders. This will allow trapped oil to flow freely between the two steering cylinders, providing ease of turning with some dampening effect.

5. Remove articulation lock pin.

6. The machine will be towed from the rear, making use of the towing lug at rear of machine underneath the bumper.

Ensure a vehicle of equal power and size is used for towing.

When going downhill, be sure to use a holdback vehicle as the machine is now without any effective braking.

7. When towing is completed, Install articulation lock pin and reconnect steering cylinder hoses in proper location.

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

TRANSPORTING INSTRUCTIONS

ARTICULATION LOCK PIN

The Feller Buncher may be transported with the wheels on or off. If the wheels are removed the machine must be blocked so that the center joint is one inch or more above the truck bed.

1. Position machine on level ground and steer machine into a straight ahead position.

2. Lower felling head to the ground, apply parking brake, stop engine and remove ignition key.

The felling head must be lowered to the truck bed.

The articulation lock pin must be installed.

The machine must be crossed chained (side to side) using the two axles.

WARNING To prevent movement of machine and possible injury, install articulation lock pin before performing any work in the center joint area.

IMPORTANT Do not use the center joint to chain the machine to the truck. This can damage the

3. Remove both retaining pins from the front and rear chassis and slide lock pin out of front chassis and into tube socket on rear chassis.

Line up holes at each end of lock pin with holes in chassis and secure in place with both

The chains must be installed on the tow lug (rear of machine) and on the cab access steps.

NOTE: Chains must be installed to prevent forward, reverse and side to side movement.

FRONT CHASSIS REAR CHASSIS

•

•

RETAINING PIN

• • LYNCH PIN LOCK PIN

• 195-

LOCK PIN IN LOCKED POSITION retaining pins. Install lynch pins.

4. After work is completed, slide lock pin into front chassis storage position and hold in place with retaining pin. Store second retaining pin in rear chassis tube socket.

Install lynch pins.

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

LIFT BOOM CYLINDER LOCK

Do not place yourself under the boom or felling head, while doing this. Do not damage the piston rod when installing the boom lift lock. Turn off the engine, turn key back to RUN position, press the PILOT RESET to activate the pilot oil system and SLOWLY lower the boom until the boom lift lock is securely in place. To remove the boom lift lock, start the engine, press PILOT RESET and raise the boom completely. Without placing yourself under the boom or felling head, remove the 'T' handle retainer bolt, remove the boom lift lock and secure it, wide end down, to the 'A' frame using the 'T' handle retainer bolt.

Before performing work under the felling head or lift boom, ensure that the attachment is firmly supported on level ground, on solid stands or, install lift boom cylinder lock.

HELD IN POSITION WITH 'T' HANDLE

•

195-9A

LIFT BOOM CYLINDER LOCK IN STORAGE LIFT BOOM

• CYLINDER

•

•

'T' HANDLE

195-22

LIFT BOOM CYLINDER LOCK IN LOCK POSITION WARNING

Always install boom lift lock before working on or around machine with boom raised.

Always install 'T' handle retainer bolt.

Use only to support boom and felling head.

Do not use to set hydraulics pressures.

Completely raise lift boom and place lock over one of the two cylinder rods with the open side facing down and wide end against the keeper plate bolt heads. Install 'T' handle retaining bolt through center hole.

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Controls and operation

2.32

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

SECTION 3 - LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE APRIL 2000

CONTENTS - SECTION 3 CHECKING THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ............................................. 14 FILTERS FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR ............................................................... 10 FUEL TANK STRAINER .................................................................................. 10 HYDRAULIC OIL RETURN FILTERS .............................................................. 11 HYDROSTATIC CHARGE P.UMP PRESSURE FILTER ................................. 11 GENERAL MAINTENANCE ................................................................................. 3 HYDRAULIC OILS ................................................................................................ 7 NEW MACHINE MAINTENANCE FIRST 50-100 HOUR INSPECTION AND SERVICE REPORT ......................... 2 INITIAL PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION ............................................................ 2 TIGHTENING POINTS ..................................................................................... 2 PRESSURE SETTINGS WITH 18" SAW, KOEHRING WATEROUS ................................................................. 21 20" SAW, KOEHRING WATEROUS ................................................................. 22 BUNCHING SHEAR, TIGERCAT .................................................................... 18 DW5000 (19") TIGERCAT BUNCHING SAW .................................................. 19 DW5600 (22") TIGERCAT BUNCHING SAW .................................................. 20 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 1000 HOURS .................................................................................................... 6 125 HOURS ...................................................................................................... 5 2000 HOURS .................................................................................................... 6 250 HOURS ...................................................................................................... 5 500 HOURS ...................................................................................................... 6 8 HOURS .......................................................................................................... 4 FREQUENTLY .................................................................................................. 4 SEASONAL ...................................................................................................... 7 SERVICE AND LUBRICATION POINTS CHART ................................................. 9 STARTUP PROCEDURE AFTER MAJOR MACHINE MAINTENANCE ............. 12 TORQUE CHART ............................................................................................... 16 TORQUE CHART, GENERAL ............................................................................ 17 WHEELS, INSTALLING ........................................................................................ 2

3.1

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE FOR 726B FELLER BUNCHER _______________________________________________________________________________________

NEW MACHINE MAINTENANCE *INITIAL PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION:PERFORM THE INITIAL PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION USING Tigercat FORM NUMBERS 5281 AND 5283; "PDI AND 50-100 HOUR INSPECTION REPORT"

*FIRST 50-100 HOUR INSPECTION AND SERVICE REPORT:WITH THE OWNER'S MECHANIC PRESENT, PERFORM AN INSPECTION AND SERVICE ACCORDING TO THE Tigercat FORM NUMBERS 5281 AND 5283; "PDI AND 50-100 HOUR INSPECTION REPORT" THIS MUST BE COMPLETED WITHIN THE FIRST 50-100 HOUR TIME FRAME. *IMPORTANT: TO QUALIFY FOR CONTINUED WARRANTY, THIS REPORT MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED TO Tigercat Industries Inc. WARRANTY DEPARTMENT.

TIGHTENING POINTS FOR:-

IMPORTANT!

THE FIRST 50-100 HOUR INSPECTION REPORT:~

__________________________________________

WHEELS: WHEN INSTALLING WHEELS, ENSURE THAT ALL PAINT HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE MATING SURFACES OF BOTH THE WHEEL DISC AND THE FLANGE OF THE AXLE TO ENSURE METAL TO METAL CONTACT.

ALL HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS HOSE CLAMPS CENTER JOINT PIN SECURING BOLTS TRANSMISSION SECURING BOLTS

FOR ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS ALSO REFER TO SECTION 8 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL.

ENGINE MOUNTING BOLTS PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX SECURING BOLTS

__________________________________________ HOUR METER ~ MAINTENANCE: CHECK THE HOUR METER ON A REGULAR BASIS TO DETERMINE YOUR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TIMES.

AXLE MOUNTING BOLTS WHEEL RETAINING BOLTS CAB SECURING BOLTS PIN RETAINERS

THE INTERVALS AND TIMES ON THE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART IN THIS MANUAL ARE FOR NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS.

ANY OTHER LOOSE NUT, BOLT OR FITTING

NOTE: Use of filters other than genuine Tigercat replacement filters is not recommended.

IF YOUR MACHINE IS BEING OPERATED IN DIFFICULT OR SEVERE CONDITIONS, YOU SHOULD SERVICE YOUR MACHINE AT SHORTER INTERVALS.

REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD.

_______________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________ 3.2

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

GENERAL

CAUTION ALL HANDLES, STEPS AND PLATFORMS MUST BE KEPT FREE OF GREASE, OIL, FUEL, MUD, SNOW AND ICE TO PREVENT RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY. þ CLEAN AROUND FILLER CAPS BEFORE CHECKING OR ADDING FLUIDS

þ BEFORE WELDING ON MACHINE BE SURE MASTER SWITCH IS DISCONNECTED

þ RELEASE HYDRAULIC PRESSURES AND CLEAN AROUND HYDRAULIC FITTINGS BEFORE BREAKING CONNECTION. PLUG OR CAP IMMEDIATELY

þ WHEN WELDING SECURE GROUND CONNECTION AS CLOSE TO WORKING POSITION AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT ARCING ACROSS MACHINED SURFACES OR THROUGH BEARINGS

þ CLEAN UP SPILLS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

þ CLEAN AWAY ALL BRANCHES, BARK AND CHIPS. CLEAN UP ALL TRACES OF OIL TO AVOID FIRES

þ ALWAYS USE CLEAN OIL AND CONTAINERS þ DRAIN DIRTY OIL WHILE STILL WARM

þ ALWAYS HAVE A FIRE EXTINGUISHER AT HAND

þ DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED FLUID LEVELS

þ FOR SAFETY, ALWAYS LOWER BOOM ASSY TO THE GROUND WHEN LEAVING CAB, LEAVING MACHINE UNATTENDED OR DURING SERVICE

þ SERVICE ALL HYDRAULIC FILTERS AFTER THE FAILURE OF A PUMP, MOTOR, CYLINDER OR VALVE. FAILURES OF THIS NATURE COULD CONTAMINATE THE ENTIRE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

þ FOR SAFETY, WHEN WORKING UNDER BOOM, ALWAYS LOWER TO GROUND, SUPPORT PROPERLY OR INSTALL LIFT BOOM CYLINDER LOCKING DEVICE .

(REFER TO SECTION 2 OF THIS MANUAL)

þ TOP UP DIESEL FUEL AT END OF EACH SHIFT TO REDUCE CONTAMINATION BY CONDENSATION

______________________________________________

þ CLEAN UP OIL SPILLS ON WALKING SURFACES AND TOP OF ENGINE ENCLOSURE IMMEDIATELY

3.3

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE • LUBRICATE TILT AND LIFT CYLINDER ENDS, 8-FITTINGS, PURGE • LUBRICATE LIFT BOOM AND TILTLINKAGE, 9-FITTINGS, PURGE

FREQUENTLY:~ • CHECK ENGINE COOLING AIR INTAKE SCREENS FOR POSSIBLE RESTRICTION

CLEAN:~

______________________________________________

• POTENTIALLY DAMAGING LIMBS OR STICKS FROM MACHINE • AIR CONDITIONER CONDENSOR, OIL COOLER AND RADIATOR

EVERY 8 HOURS (EVERY SHIFT):~

CHECK:~ • FOR LEAKAGE AROUND HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS AND FLEXIBLE HOSES

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE CHECK, AND IN ADDITION:~

• FOR LOOSE NUTS, BOLTS AND FITTINGS

• CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL

• CONDITION AND TENSION OF FAN BELTS.

• CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL

• WATER PRESSURE GAUGE IN CAB (60 PSI) FOR PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM.

• DRAIN FUEL/WATER SEPARATOR • CHECK AIR INTAKE PRECLEANER, CLEAN AS REQUIRED

IF THE WATER SYSTEM HAS BEEN OPERATED, REFER TO SECTION 2 IN THIS MANUAL FOR REFILLING AND CHARGING INSTRUCTIONS.

• CHECK AIR CLEANER UNLOADER VALVE • CHECK ENGINE AIR FILTER RESTRICTION INDICATOR

• CONDUCT AN OVERALL VISUAL INSPECTION. REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD.

• CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL • CHECK PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX OIL LEVEL WITH DIPSTICK • CHECK TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL AT DIPSTICK

______________________________________________

• LUBRICATE AXLES ~ OUTER BEARINGS 1 FITTING, 4-PLACES, PURGE • LUBRICATE MID DRIVE SHAFT SLIP JOINT* 1-FITTING, LUBRICATE UNTIL GREASE FLOWS OUT PAST OUTER BEARINGS *NOTE: LUBRICATE MID DRIVE SHAFT SLIP JOINT WITH MACHINE ARTICULATED • LUBRICATE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT SUPPORT BEARING, 1-FITTING, PURGE • LUBRICATE CENTER JOINT BEARINGS, 2-FITTINGS, PURGE • LUBRICATE STEERING CYLINDER ENDS, 4-FITTINGS, PURGE

3.4

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE EVERY 125 HOURS:~

EVERY 250 HOURS:~

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 8 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 8 HOUR MAINTENANCE

AND IN ADDITION:~

• PERFORM 125 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• LUBRICATE REAR AXLE PIVOT, 2-FITTINGS, PURGE

AND IN ADDITION REPLACE:~

• LUBRICATE REAR DRIVE SHAFT SLIPJOINT 1-FITTING, PURGE

• ENGINE FUEL FILTER

CHECK:-

• FUEL/WATER SEPARATOR

• FLUID LEVEL IN BATTERIES UNLESS MAINTENANCE FREE

• AIR INTAKE PRIMARY ELEMENT

• ENGINE R.P.M.

• OIL IN TRANSMISSION

• HYDRAULIC PUMP AND MOTOR SECURING BOLTS

REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD.

• ENGINE OIL AND CHANGE OIL FILTER

• OIL IN PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX

• CHECK FUEL TANK FILLER SCREEN • TORQUE TIGHTENING POINTS AS PER NEW MACHINE MAINTENANCE

______________________________________________

• PROPER OPERATION OF PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM. (REFER TO SECTION 2 IN THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL) VISUALLY CHECK FOR DAMAGE TO:• LIFT BOOM AND TILT LINKAGE • FRONT AND REAR FRAME • CENTER JOINT AREA Continued on page 6

• ATTACHMENT MAKE REPAIRS IMMEDIATELY VISUALLY INSPECT FOR:• FRAYED ELECTRICAL WIRING AND HYDRAULIC HOSES • WEAR IN ANY OTHER COMPONENTS CLEAN/REPLACE:• AIR CONDITIONER RE-CIRCULATION FILTER IN CAB • CAB FRESH AIR FILTER • CLEAN BETWEEN RAD AND OIL COOLER. REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD. _____________________________________________ 3.5

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Continued from page 5

EVERY 1000 HOURS:~

EVERY 500 HOURS:~

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE • PERFORM 8 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 125 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 8 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 250 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 125 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 500 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 250 HOUR MAINTENANCE

AND IN ADDITION REPLACE:~

AND IN ADDITION REPLACE:~ • AIR INTAKE SAFETY ELEMENT

• REPLACE ENGINE AIR CLEANER UNLOADER VALVE

• CHARGE PRESSURE FILTER

CHECK:~

†

• HYD. OIL RETURN FILTER, TRAV./STEER • HYD. OIL RETURN FILTERS, SAW/BOOM • HYD. OIL RETURN FILTER, PILOT

†

• CENTER JOINT PIVOT BEARING

†

• ACCUMULATOR CHARGE VALVE STRAINER

†

• TRANSMISSION LUBE PUMP PRESSURE

• LUBRICATE PARKING BRAKE BY APPLYING GENERAL PURPOSE GREASE WITH A BRUSH TO BOTH SIDES OF SLIDE AND CLEVIS PIN ON HANDLE

REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD. ______________________________________________

CHECK:~ • ALL HYDRAULIC PRESSURES • TRANSMISSION MOUNTING; CHECK, RE-TORQUE

EVERY 2000 HOURS:~

• TRANSMISSION MOUNTING • PARKING BRAKE, REFER TO SECTION 2 OF OPERATOR'S MANUAL

• PERFORM 8 HOUR MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM "FREQUENTLY" MAINTENANCE

• PERFORM 125 HOUR MAINTENANCE • PERFORM 250 HOUR MAINTENANCE

REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD.

• PERFORM 500 HOUR MAINTENANCE • PERFORM 1000 HOUR MAINTENANCE AND IN ADDITION REPLACE:~

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• OIL IN AXLES, FRONT AND REAR • OIL IN HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR • WATER IN PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM • STRAINER IN ACCUMULATOR CHARGE VALVE REFER TO DIESEL ENGINE SERVICE MANUAL AND ATTACHMENT MANUAL FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AT THIS SCHEDULED TIME PERIOD.

† Use only Genuine Tigercat replacement hydraulic oil filters.

3.6

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SEASONAL:~ DRAIN AND REFILL HYDRAULIC OIL TANK AND BOTH FRONT AND REAR AXLES WITH RECOMMENDED HYDRAULIC OIL. SEE "APPROVED HYDRAULIC OILS" ALSO SEE SECTION 8 OF THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR AXLE DRAINING PROCEDURE. DRAIN AND REFILL PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM. (REFER TO SECTION 2 IN THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL)

APPROVED HYDRAULIC OILS ______________________________________________ IN ADDITION TO PROVIDING THE VEHICLE WITH ITS NORMAL OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS, HYDRAULIC OIL IS ALSO USED TO FILL THE AXLE ASSEMBLIES, APPLY BRAKES AND OPERATE DIFFERENTIAL LOCKS. WET DISK BRAKES IN THE AXLES REQUIRE OIL WITH SPECIFIC PROPERTIES TO ENSURE REDUCED CHATTER AND ENSURE PROPER LUBRICATION OF MECHANICAL COMPONENTS.

USE ONLY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING OILS TO FILL OR REPLENISH THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM. CHEVRON

TRACTOR HYDRAULIC FLUID (SUMMER)

CITGO

TRACTOR HYDRAULIC FLUID (33-310) (SUMMER)

IMPERIAL

ESSO HYDRAUL 56 (SUMMER) HYDRAUL 50 (LOW VISC) (WINTER)

SHELL

DONAX TD (SUMMER) DONAX TDL (WINTER)

SUN

SUNFLEET TH FLUID (SUMMER)

JOHN DEERE

TYPE J20C (HY-GARDTM) (SUMMER) TYPE J20D (HY-GARDTM) (WINTER)

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

OUTER AXLE BEARINGS

ATTACHMENT

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2 FTG / 125

4 FTG / 8 BOOM PINS

AXLE OSCILLATION

DOOR/SCREEN HINGES

10 FTG / 8

8 FTG / 500 24 17

BOOM PINS

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REAR DRIVE SHAFT

MID DRIVE SHAFT ***

CENTER JOINT

3

2 FTG / 8

20

22

1 FTG / 125

LEGEND

*** 2 FTG/125

STEER MACHINE FULLY BEFORE GREASING THE MID DRIVESHAFT SLIP YOKE LUBRICATION POINT WITH A DESIGNATED NUMBER OF FITTINGS (2 FTG) AND HOURS BETWEEN SERVICING (125 ).

JOINT TO BE PURGED USE LITHIUM BASED EP2 GREASE CONTAINING MOLYBDENUM DISULFIDE 3.8

....... HOURS CHK ..... CHECK REP ..... REPLACE DRN .... DRAIN D/R ...... DRAIN AND REFILL LUB ..... LUBRICATE

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

Tigercat Model 726B SERVICE AND LUBRICATION POINTS ®

REFER TO TIGERCAT OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

SCREENS (COOLING SYSTEM)

CHK

2 3

CENTRE JOINT PIVOT

LUB CHK CHK

5

ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CATERPILLAR CUMMINS FUEL FILTER

REP

6

FUEL WATER SEPARATOR

REP

7

FUEL CAP SCREEN

4

8 9

REP †

HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 14 PILOT

REP †

4 5

REP

CHK

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1 4.0

1.1

TRANSMISSION

D/R

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2.2

50 28

13.2 7.4

D/R D/R CHK

AXLES: FRONT REAR

PRESSURIZED WATER SYSTEM ACCUMULATOR CHARGE 23 VALVE STRAINER 22

A/C HEATER FILTERS

QTY.

1000

500

2000

1 DRAIN TANK, CLEAN OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY CHECK RESTRICTION INDICATOR ON INTAKE PIPE AT FULL ENGINE RPM. 1 CLEAN UNLOADER VALVE EVERY 8 HOURS. REPLACE VALVE EVERY 1000 HOURS. 1

D/R

ATTACHMENT

SEE MANUFACTURER'S 1 MAINTENANCE MANUAL 1 1

1 CLEAN OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY

CHK REP

D/R D/R CHK

D/R 257

PARKING BRAKE

24

15 18.9

CHECK MOTION BETWEEN CHASSIS LUGS

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LUB CHK TEST

D/R REP

CHK

CHECK RESTRICTION INDICATOR ON FILTER HEAD AT FULL ENGINE RPM

CHECK LEVEL WITH DIPSTICK. FILL WITH MIL-L-2105C OR API-GL-5 75W FOR BELOW -10°F(-23°C) 80W-90 FOR UP TO 100°F(38°C) 85W-140 FOR ABOVE 100°F(38°C) DRAIN AND REFILL COMPLETE SYSTEM ANNUALLY OR AS REQUIRED SEASONALLY MUST MEET JOHN DEERE TYPE J20C (HY-GARD) SUMMER OR TYPE J20D (HY-GARD) WINTER REFER TO SECTION 2 OF OPERATOR'S MANUAL APPLY G.P. GREASE WITH BRUSH TO BOTH SIDES OF SLIDE & CLEVIS PIN ON HANDLE SEE ATTACHMENT MANUFACTURER'S MANUAL CHECK SYSTEM PRESSURE , 60PSI REFER TO SECTION 2 OF OPERATOR'S MANUAL

CHK LUB

20 21

250 REP REP REP

HYDRAULIC DRIVE CHARGE REP PRESSURE FILTER † PUMP DRIVE GEARBOX D/R D/R CHK

19 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR

MIXTURE 50% DISTILLED WATER 50% ANTIFREEZE (GM 6035M SPEC.)

2

CHK

HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 13 BOOM/SAW

18

CHK

CHK

AIR INTAKE PRECLEANER

DESCRIPTION

CLEAN SCREENS AND COOLING CORES(3) SEE SECTION 2 OF OPERATOR'S MANUAL

INTANK FUEL STRAINER

REP †

17

8.5

CHK

AIR INTAKE PRIMARY FILTER ELEMENT AIR INTAKE SAFETY 11 FILTER ELEMENT HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER 12 TRAVEL/STEER

16

32

DRN

10

15

US GAL

CHK

125

8

250

COOLING SYSTEM

1

CAPACITY

LITER

SERVICE EVERY

ITEM 25

SERVICE POINT NO.

FIRST

1 CLEAN OR REPLACE AS NECESSARY

† Us e only Ge nuine Tige rcat re place me nt Hydraulic oil filte rs .

3.9

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher FILTERS - REMOVE AND REPLACE

Lubrication and Maintenance 10. Lubricate the new 1” I.D. gasket with clean engine oil and install onto the threaded extension on the filter head.

FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR

11. Lubricate the gasket on top of the new filter with clean engine oil and prefill the filter with

IMPORTANT

clean fuel.

Failure to service and replace filters at the proper intervals specified in the manufacturer's manuals, could cause damage to the machine and result in the product warranty becoming NULL and VOID. Check Tigercat parts catalog for replacement filters.

NOTE: (For Cummins engine only, for Caterpillar engine see manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual)

Changing the filter: 1. Park machine on level ground, install articulation lock pin, lower cutting head to ground, stop engine, pull parking brake ON and block wheels.

5. Remove and discard the small 1” I.D. gasket from the threaded extension on the filter head.

6. Remove the water sediment bowl from the bottom of the old filter. Discard this gasket also. Dispose of old filter and any fuel properly.

7. Clean the water sediment bowl.

This is a stainless steel fuel strainer, screwed on to the inlet pipe of the engine fuel feed line inside at the bottom of the fuel tank.

Changing or cleaning the strainer: 1. Park machine on level ground, install articulation lock pin, lower cutting head to ground, stop engine, pull hand brake ON and block wheels.

2. Drain the fuel tank. (plug in bottom) 3. Remove the round fuel tank cleanout cover plate and “O” ring from the access hole.

2. Wipe clean the area around the filter and head.

4. Wearing face protection (in case of a fuel squirt) turn OFF the fuel shut-off valve on the side of the fuel tank and unscrew the old filter.

13. Turn the fuel shut-off valve ON, start the engine and check for leaks.

FUEL TANK STRAINER

This is a combination unit, with a replaceable fuel filter and a removable water sediment bowl on the bottom of the unit. The water sediment bowl is only replaced if it becomes damaged or non-functional. For service and replacement intervals see SERVICE AND LUBRICATION CHART in THIS SECTION.

3. Place rags below to catch the spillage of fuel.

12. Screw the new filter on to the filter head until the gasket makes contact with the seat and then hand tighten an additional 3/4 turn only.

4. Before removing the strainer, clean any debris from the bottom of the tank and wipe it clean.

5. Remove the fuel strainer using the hex on the end of strainer. Carefully clean the strainer (it may be damaged by rough handling).

6. Check for a buildup of foreign materials where the strainer threads on to the pipe and elbow.

7. Reinstall the strainer using the hex on end.

8. Reinstall fuel tank cover plate with “O” ring.

9. Refuel and check for leaks. Start the engine and check for leaks again.

8. Check the seating area for the gaskets on the filter head and the water sediment bowl and wipe clean.

9. Lubricate gasket for bottom of filter and water sediment bowl with clean engine oil and carefully hand tighten the water sediment bowl onto the new filter. It is plastic and will break if over tightened.

Close the water drain valve.

3.10

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

HYDRAULIC OIL RETURN FILTERS

HYDROSTATIC CHARGE P.UMP PRESSURE FILTER

There are four identical full flow filters mounted on filter heads with built-in bypasses. One is in the travel/steer return line, two are in the boom/saw return line, on a dual head and one is in the pilot return line. For service and replacement intervals see SERVICE AND LUBRICATION CHART in THIS SECTION.

This single full flow filter, is mounted in the output side of the hydrostatic charge pump.

For service and replacement intervals see SERVICE AND LUBRICATION CHART in THIS SECTION. Changing the filter:

Changing the filters:

1. Park machine on level ground, install articulation lock pin, lower cutting head to ground, stop engine, pull parking brake ON and block wheels.

1. Park machine on level ground, install articulation lock pin, lower cutting head to ground, stop engine, pull parking brake ON and block wheels.

2. Wipe clean the area around the filter and head.

2. Wipe clean the area around the filter and head.

3. Place rags below to catch the spillage of oil.

3. Place rags below to catch the spillage of oil.

4. Wearing face protection (in case of an oil squirt), unscrew the old filter. Dispose of old filter and any oil properly.

4. Wearing face protection (in case of an oil squirt), unscrew the old filter. Dispose of old filter and any oil properly.

5. Check the seating area for the gasket on the filter head and wipe it clean.

5. Check the seating area for the gasket on the filter head and wipe it clean.

6. The new filter has two gaskets enclosed.

Use ONLY the square gasket. Discard the round gasket, as it is used only on the earlier models.

7. Lubricate the new square gasket with clean hydraulic oil and install in to the groove in the filter head.

6. The new filter has an attached gasket.

Prefill the new filter with clean hydraulic oil and apply hydraulic oil to the gasket surface.

7. Screw on the new filter until the gasket makes contact with the seat in the filter head.

8. Hand tighten filter an additional 1/2 turn only.

9. Start the engine and check for leaks.

8. Prefill the new filter with clean hydraulic oil and screw on to the filter head until it makes contact with the gasket in the filter head.

9. Hand tighten filter an additional 3/4 turn only.

IMPORTANT

10. Start the engine and check for leaks.

Filters that are an integral part of the engine (fuel and lubricating oil) should be serviced and replaced according to the engine manufacturer's operation and maintenance manual.

IMPORTANT Contaminated hydraulic fluid can lead to premature failure of hydraulic components and costly repairs. Filters must be replaced at the recommended time intervals, Refer to SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE in THIS SECTION. Only Tigercat replacement filters must be used.

Do not substitute with other cheaper inferior brands. Tests have shown that Tigercat filters can have up to twice the filtering capacity as that of other name brands.

3.11

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher STARTUP PROCEDURE AFTER MAJOR MACHINE MAINTENANCE This procedure should be followed: •

after major service or a rebuild.

•

whenever the machine has been drained of hydraulic oil.

•

when any major component has been removed, repaired or replaced.

Lubrication and Maintenance MACHINE STARTUP Before beginning this procedure, perform the PRE-STARTUP AND FILLING steps.

NOTE: When the saw head is attached, retorque all teeth (See saw manual). Attach the SAW BLADE GUARD and insert the SAW BLADE LOCKING PIN.

CAUTION

PRE-STARTUP AND FILLING 1. Ensure all filters are in place and pre-fill hydrostatic drive charge pump pressure filter.

Machine operator must ONLY take directions from the person doing the set-up.

2. Check oil levels in the engine, the pump drive gearbox and the transmission.

1. Ensure the articulation lock pin is installed.

2. Cummins engine - disconnect red and white wires on injector pump solenoid (prevents engine starting).

3. Check coolant level in the radiator.

4. Do a final inspection of all fittings and clamps to make sure they are tight and will not leak.

Caterpillar engine - disconnect 2 black wires on lower screw on injector pump solenoid (prevents engine starting).

5. Install the articulation lock pin and apply the parking brake.

6. Turn both differential lock switches to OFF.

3. Crank engine for 3 seconds, wait for 5 seconds. Repeat 5 times to pump oil into pumps.

7. At the pilot manifold, turn adjusting screws OUT on both the pressure reducing valve and the pressure relief valve.

8. Do not start engine. Purge air from hydraulic system by adding oil as follows; •

Prepare the hand fill pump on the machine to add hydraulic oil. Clean the fill line pipe, remove cap on end of pipe and insert pipe into oil supply drum.

•

Loosen plugs on top of the two suction tubes on side of oil reservoir.

•

Operate the hand fill pump at medium speed, using a steady motion.

•

Watch for oil leaking from the lower suction tube plug that was loosened previously and tighten this plug when oil leaks out. Continue pumping slowly.

•

•

Watch for oil leaking from the upper suction tube plug that was loosened previously and tighten this plug when oil leaks out. Continue pumping slowly and watch the oil sight gauge on the reservoir. Continue pumping slowly until the hydraulic tank is full.

Fill the saw pump by removing plug (on top of the pump) and carefully filling pump with oil.

Be sure to replace plug after filling.

NOTE: If the axles were drained of oil, refer to FILLING THE AXLES in SECTION 8 of THIS MANUAL.

4. Reconnect wires on injector pump solenoid.

Do not start engine.

5. Install a 0-1000 psi. gauge on drive pump to check charge pressure at ‘G’ (top TEE fitting).

Watch gauge closely during startup.

6. Start engine. If charge pressure does not rise within 20 to 30 seconds, TURN ENGINE OFF. If charge pressure is between 260 and 450 psi., run engine at IDLE for 20 minutes.

Check engine oil pressure in cab. Do not operate any functions.

7. Install a 0 - 1000 psi. gauge on pilot manifold. ("P2" on right side, quick connect fitting) 8. Turn pilot pressure reducing valve (far left end, top of pilot manifold) all the way IN until it is lightly seated.

9. Adjust pilot pressure relief valve (second from left, top of pilot manifold) using gauge and set to 675 psi. and lock.

10. Using same gauge, reset pilot pressure reducing valve to 550 psi. and lock. Remove pressure gauge from the pilot manifold.

11. Install a 0-5000 psi. gauge on steer circuit main relief (iron block, quick connect fitting).

12. Set steer relief to 2000 psi. on gauge.

3.12

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

13. With engine at IDLE, parking brake ON, hold foot brake down, bleed brakes in rear axle.

Remove gauge from steer relief valve.

16. Set throttle to IDLE and run each BOOM function for 2 minutes to purge air from circuit.

14. Turn both differential locks ON and run engine at IDLE for 30 minutes to purge air and fill axles with oil (axles fill with leakage from diff. locks). If wheels have been removed, operate forward and reverse pedals very slowly to fill axles with oil.

15. To test the transmission lubrication pump, connect a 0 - 60 psi. pressure gauge to the quick connect fitting on the right side of the pump. Put transmission in NEUTRAL , set throttle to FULL, press FORWARD drive pedal and the pressure should reach 20 psi. or more in less than 10 seconds. Check this reading twice.

IMPORTANT Without a felling head attached, the tilt function can cause damage to the arms. Watch the two LINK ARMS very carefully, as they may drop down beside the boom arms and wedge, causing the crank arms to bend. When necessary, lower the boom DOWN, watching closely and tilt FORWARD, again watching the link arms closely.

17. Set throttle to FULL and run each BOOM function again for 2 minutes to flush circuit.

18. At FULL throttle, operate all other functions for 2 minutes to flush circuits.

19. Top up the radiator with clean coolant. With cylinders fully retracted, top up the hydraulic oil reservoir with clean hydraulic oil.

NOTE:If the machine was on wheels, the steer and drive functions were not properly purged or flushed. Remove the articulation lock pin and at LOW IDLE, slowly operate the steer function right and left a few times. With the parking brake released and at LOW IDLE, slowly operate the drive function forward and reverse a few times.

NOTE:If possible, allow the machine to stand for 4 to 6 hours before setting any of the operating pressures. This will allow any air bubbles in the oil to escape and is a good time to check for leaks.

CRANK,LINK AND BOOM ARMS

CRANK ARM LINK ARM

•

• • BOOM ARM

•• 192-21A

3.13

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

CHECKING THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Any service work must be performed by authorized A/C technicians. The system should be charged only with R134a refrigerant. Only PAG (polyalkylene glycol) oil should be present in the system and must be used on 'O' rings and fittings during assembly.

CAUTION If using compressed air for cleaning filters, use at 30 psi. or less. Always use personal protective equipment to guard against flying debris.

IMPORTANT

PAG OIL R134a REFRIGERANT (polyalkylene glycol) 2 lbs. 12 oz.

7 oz.

The A/C compressor is accessed from the left side engine compartment. The receiver dryer is accessed by removing the screened panel between the cab and the engine radiator assembly, on the right side of the machine. The evaporator core is accessed on the right hand side of the machine just inside the cab door.

It is recommended that during cold weather when the A/C system is not in use, that it be run for a period of 5 minutes every 2 weeks. This will circulate oil to all components of the A/C system.

A/C CONDENSER CORE

a. Check and adjust compressor drive belt tension.

•

b. Check air intake filters and clean as required. Refer to Items (16) and (18). c. Check the condenser core for dirt and debris. Clean as required. d. Check the evaporator core and the inside of the A/C housing for dirt and debris, clean as required. e. Run air conditioning system for 3 - 5 minutes. f.

230-23A

Check to see that compressor clutch will ngage.

3.14

CHECK A/C CONDENSER CORE

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

SHUT-OFF VALVE

ENGINE

••

•• HOSE TO A/C HEATER UNIT

••

•• 231-11

••

ENGINE

FRESH AIR FILTER

FILTER - CAB FRESH AIR

SHUT-OFF VALVE

• •

229-17

FILTER

HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (CAT ENGINE)

209-11

When the air source control knob on the A/C heater control panel is in the FRESH AIR position (rotated to the right), outside air is drawn into the cab air conditioning unit through this filter and mixed with interior air from the cab. The filter is located in the rear of the cab roof and accessible from outside the cab.

HOSE TO A/C HEATER UNIT

HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (CUMMINS ENGINE)

IMPORTANT

HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE (ENGINE)

These fresh air filters may require cleaning more frequently under extreme conditions.

During times when cab heating is not required the HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE, on the heater hose from the engine, should be closed to prevent hot water from seeping through the A/C unit, thereby reducing the cooling system effect. This valve must be open when cab heating is required.

This filter should be cleaned or replaced every 125 hours. This is done by removing six bolts and removing the air inlet cover. Remove the filter retainer (two bolts). Filter can now be removed for cleaning or replacing.

FILTER

•

•

HEAT CONTROL DIAL

208-19

RECIRCULATING AIR FILTER

FILTER, RECIRCULATING AIR - A/C UNIT

196-19A

When the air source control knob on the A/C heater control panel is in the RECIRCULATING position (rotated to the left), air in the cab is drawn into the A/C- HEATER unit via this filter and recirculated. This filter is located at the base of the A/C unit, below the right arm of the operator’s seat.

Filter should be cleaned or replaced every 125 hours. This is done by removing the two thumb screws in the filter box cover.

AIR CONDITIONER HEATER CONTROLS

HEAT CONTROL DIAL To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioning, the heat control dial must be rotated to the OFF position. Do not force dial past OFF position.

Ensure that HOT WATER SHUT OFF VALVE on engine is closed during summer months. If A/C blows warm air, the cable from this heat control dial to the heater/air conditioning unit may require some adjustment (at back of dial).

3.15

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

TORQUE CHART LOCATION

Cylinders Pin bolts Piston nut, steer cyl.

Piston nut, boom/tilt cyl.

Gland, steer cyl.

Keeper plate bolts

THREAD DIAMETER

TORQUE (LUBRICATED) lbf-ft Nm

3/4" UNC 1 1/4" UNF 1 1/2" UNF 3/4" UNC

282-310 930 1640 450 282-310

393-420 1282 2260 620 389-427

Cab securing bolts

3/4" UNC

282-310

393-420

Center joint bearing Bearing retaining bolts Pin retaining bolts

1/2" UNC 3/4" UNC

80-88 282-310

109-119 393-420

Engine mounting Bolts Bolts, bracket to bell housing.

7/8" UNC M16

600 200

827 275

Pump drive gearbox Drive plate to flywheel Bell housing to CAT engine Bell housing to CUMMINS engine Engine mounting bracket

3/8" UNC 3/8" UNC 10 X 1.5 5/8" UNC

33-36 33-36 32 159-175

45-49 45-49 43 216-237

1 1/4" - 18 UNEF 5/8" UNC

475-525 80-88

645-715 109-119

3/8" UNF

37-41

50-55

3/8" UNF

37-41

50-55

7/8" UNC 3/4" UNC

455-501 282-310

617-679 393-420

7/8" UNF 3/4" UNC

500-550 282-310

679-745 679-745

Drive shafts Yoke retaining nut, front shaft Pillow block retaining bolts Rear drive shaft universal joint bolts Mid. and front drive shaft universal joint bolts Axle mounting bolts Front Rear Wheel bolts

Torque values pertaining to the engine and attachment are provided in the appropriate manuals.

3.16

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS The torque values listed below are for general use only.

DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening procedure is shown for a specific application.

IMPERIAL

GRADE 5 BOLTS

GRADE 8 BOLTS COARSE THREADS 1/4" - 20 5/16" - 18 3/8" - 16 7/16" - 14 1/2" - 13 9/16" - 12 5/8" - 11 3/4" - 10 7/8" - 9 1" - 8 1 1/8" - 7 1 1/4" - 7 FINE THREADS 1/4" - 28 5/16" - 24 3/8" - 24 7/16" - 20 1/2" - 20 9/16" - 18 5/8" - 18 3/4" - 16 7/8" - 14 1" - 12 1 1/8" - 12 1 1/4" - 12

DRY LUBRICATED lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft Nm 11 - 12 15 - 16 8 - 10 11 - 13 20 - 28 27 - 38 26 - 30 35 - 40 44 -48 60 - 65 33 - 36 45 - 49 70 - 77 95 - 104 52 - 57 71 - 77 106 - 117 144 - 158 80 - 88 109 - 119 153 - 168 208 - 228 115 - 127 156 - 172 212 - 233 288 - 316 159 - 175 216 - 237 376 - 414 510 - 561 282 - 310 393 - 420 606 - 667 822 - 904 455 - 501 617 - 679 909 - 1000 1233 - 1355 682 - 750 925 - 1016 1288 - 1417 1746 - 1921 966 - 1062 1310 - 1441 1817 - 1999 2464 - 2710 1360 - 1496 1844 - 2027 DRY LUBRICATED lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft Nm 13 - 14 18 - 19 10 - 13 14 - 17 23 - 28 31 - 38 18 - 25 25 - 33 49 - 54 67 - 73 37 - 41 50 - 55 78 - 86 106 - 116 58 - 64 79 - 86 120 - 132 163 - 179 90 - 99 122 - 134 171 - 188 232 - 255 128 - 141 174 - 191 240 - 264 326 - 358 180 - 198 244 - 268 420 - 462 570 - 626 315 - 347 427 - 470 668 - 735 906 - 996 501 - 550 679 - 745 995 - 1096 1359 - 1486 746 - 821 1012 - 1113 1445 - 1590 1960 - 2155 1083 - 1191 1469 - 1613 2012 - 2213 2728 - 2997 1509 - 1660 2046 - 2250

COARSE DRY THREADS lbf-ft Nm 1/4" - 20 7- 8 10 - 11 5/16" - 18 14 - 18 19 - 24 3/8" - 16 31 - 34 42 - 46 7/16" - 14 49 - 54 66 - 73 1/2" - 13 75 - 83 102 - 112 9/16" - 12 109 - 120 148 - 162 5/8" - 11 150 - 165 204 - 223 3/4" - 10 266 - 293 360 - 397 7/8" - 9 394 - 433 535 - 586 1" - 8 591 - 649 802 - 879 1 1/8" - 7 794 - 873 1077 - 1183 1 1/4" - 7 1120 - 1232 1519 - 1670 FINE DRY THREADS lbf-ft Nm 1/4" - 28 9 - 10 12 - 13 5/16" - 24 17 - 22 23 - 29 3/8" - 24 35 - 39 48 - 53 7/16" - 20 55 - 61 75 - 83 1/2" - 20 85 - 94 116 - 127 9/16" - 18 121 - 133 164 - 180 5/8" - 18 170 - 187 231 - 253 3/4" - 16 297 - 327 403 - 443 7/8" - 14 434 - 477 589 - 646 1" - 12 646 - 711 876 - 965 1 1/8" - 12 891 - 980 1208 - 1328 1 1/4" - 12 1240 - 1364 1682 - 1849

LUBRICATED lbf-ft Nm 8 - 10 11 - 13 10 - 15 13 - 20 23 - 25 31 - 34 37 - 41 50 - 55 57 - 63 77 - 85 82 - 90 111 - 122 113 - 124 152 - 168 200 - 220 271 - 298 296 - 326 402 - 441 443 - 489 601 - 663 596 - 656 808 - 889 840 - 924 1139 - 1252 LUBRICATED lbf-ft Nm 9 - 10 12 - 13 16 - 20 21 - 27 26 - 29 35 - 39 41 - 45 56 - 61 64 - 70 87 - 95 91 - 100 124 - 135 128 - 141 174 - 191 223 - 245 303 - 332 326 - 359 442 - 486 484 - 534 657 - 724 668 - 735 906 - 996 931 - 1024 1262 - 1387

METRIC

SIZE

CLASS 4.8 LUBRICATED DRY Nm lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft

CLASS 8.8 OR 9.9 LUBRICATED DRY Nm lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft

M6 M8 M10

4.8 12 23

3.5 8.5 17

6 15 29

4.5 11 21

9 22 43

6.5 16 32

11 28 55

8.5 20 40

13 32 63

9.5 24 47

17 40 80

12 30 60

15 37 75

11.5 28 55

19 47 95

14.5 35 70

M12 M14 M16

40 63 100

29 47 73

50 80 125

37 60 92

75 120 190

55 88 140

95 150 240

70 110 175

110 175 275

80 130 200

140 225 350

105 165 225

130 205 320

95 150 240

165 260 400

120 190 300

M18 M20 M22

135 190 260

100 140 190

175 240 330

125 180 250

260 375 510

195 275 375

330 475 650

250 350 475

375 530 725

275 400 540

475 675 925

350 500 675

440 625 850

325 460 625

560 800 1075

410 580 800

M24 M27 M30

330 490 675

250 360 490

425 625 850

310 450 625

650 950 1300

475 700 950

825 1200 1650

600 875 1200

925 1350 1850

675 100 1350

1150 1700 2300

850 1250 1700

1075 1600 2150

800 1150 1600

1350 2000 2700

1000 1500 2000

M33 M36

900 1150

675 850

1150 1450

850 1075

1750 2250

1300 1650

2200 2850

1650 2100

2500 3200

1850 2350

3150 4050

2350 3000

2900 3750

2150 2750

3700 4750

2750 3500

3.17

CLASS 10.9 LUBRICATED DRY Nm lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft

CLASS 12.9 LUBRICATED DRY Nm lbf-ft Nm lbf-ft

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PRESSURE SETTINGS (WITH Tigercat 18" and 20" BUNCHING SHEAR)

Engine RPM ...................................................... 2200 RPM MAX 1000 RPM IDLE Hydrostatics: Charge Pressure Rexroth Pump ....................................................450 PSI @ 2200 RPM Rexroth Motor ....................................................NON - ADJUSTABLE

Pump Main Reliefs P.O.R. Forward ................................................ 4800 PSI P.O.R. Reverse ................................................ 4800 PSI High Pressure Relief Forward @ 1/3 Pedal ....... 5400 PSI High Pressure Relief Reverse @ 1/3 Pedal ........ 5400 PSI

@2200 RPM @2200 RPM @1000 RPM @1000 RPM

Drive Motor P.O.R. (Begin of Stroke)................. **3700 PSI (PUMP) @ 1000 RPM **NOTE: Gauge reading at 'M1' port on motor should "spike" over 3000 psi when 'Ma' on pump is @ 3700 psi.

See procedure in SECTION 8 of the SERVICE MANUAL.

Steer Main Relief................................................ 2500 PSI @ 2200 RPM Steer Port Relief Left .......................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RP Steer Port Relief Right ....................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Attachment Pump Shear Pump P.O.R. ............................................ 3500 PSI @ 1000 RPM Shear Pump Low Pressure Control .................... Turned in Fully Boom Valve Shear/Clamp Close Port Relief (End Inlet) .........

Clamp Open Port Relief ......................................

Mid Inlet Main Relief ...........................................

Tilt Back Port Relief.............................................

Tilt Forward Port Relief .......................................

Accumulator Close Port Relief ............................

Accumulator Open Port Relief ............................

Shear Open Port Relief .......................................

Lift Up Port Relief ................................................

Lift Down Port Relief ...........................................

3700 3700 2600 2900 2900 3200 3200 3200 2900 2200

Pilot Pressure Reducing Valve............................ 550 Pilot Pressure Relief Valve .................................. 675

PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI

@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @

1000 1000 2200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM

PSI @ 1000 RPM PSI @ 1000 RPM

Brake Maximum Pressure ................................... 1000 PSI @ 1000 RPM

ISSUE 1 2/99

3.18

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PRESSURE SETTINGS (WITH Tigercat DW5000 (19") BUNCHING SAW)

Engine RPM ...................................................... 2200 RPM MAX 1000 RPM IDLE Hydrostatics: Charge Pressure Rexroth Pump .................................................... 450 PSI @ 2200 RPM Rexroth Motor .................................................... NON - ADJUSTABLE

Pump Main Reliefs P.O.R. Forward ................................................ 4800 PSI P.O.R. Reverse ................................................ 4800 PSI High Pressure Relief Forward @ 1/3 Pedal ....... 5400 PSI High Pressure Relief Reverse @ 1/3 Pedal ........ 5400 PSI

@2200 RPM @2200 RPM @1000 RPM @1000 RPM

Drive Motor P.O.R. (Begin of Stroke)................. **3700 PSI (PUMP) @ 1000 RPM **NOTE: Gauge reading at 'M1' port on motor should "spike" over 3000 psi when 'Ma' on pump is @ 3700 psi.

See procedure in SECTION 8 of the SERVICE MANUAL.

Steer Main Relief................................................ 2500 PSI @ 2200 RPM Steer Port Relief Left .......................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Steer Port Relief Right ....................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Attachment Pump Saw Pump P.O.R. .............................................. 3600 PSI @ 1000 RPM Saw Pump Low Pressure Control ...................... Turned in Fully Saw Blade Speed ............................................... 1275 ± 25 RPM Saw Motor Begin of Regulation ......................... 3100 PSI @ 2200 RPM Boom Valve Saw Main Relief ................................................. 3900 Mid Inlet Main Relief .......................................... 2600 Tilt Back Port Relief............................................ 2900 Tilt Forward Port Relief ...................................... 2900 Accumulator Close Port Relief ........................... 3200 Accumulator Open Port Relief ........................... 3200 Clamp Open Port Relief ..................................... 1100 Clamp Close Port Relief ..................................... 3200 Lift Up Port Relief ............................................... 2900 Lift Down Port Relief .......................................... 2200

PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI

Pilot Pressure Reducing Valve........................... 550 Pilot Pressure Relief Valve ................................. 675

PSI @ 1000 RPM PSI @ 1000 RPM

@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @

1000 2200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM

Brake Maximum Pressure .................................. 1000 PSI @ 1000 RPM

ISSUE 1 2/99

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PRESSURE SETTINGS (WITH Tigercat DW5600 (22") BUNCHING SAW)

Engine RPM ......................................................2200 RPM MAX 1000 RPM IDLE Hydrostatics: Charge Pressure Rexroth Pump ....................................................450 PSI @ 2200 RPM Rexroth Motor ....................................................NON - ADJUSTABLE

Pump Main Reliefs P.O.R. Forward ................................................ 4800 PSI P.O.R. Reverse ................................................ 4800 PSI High Pressure Relief Forward @ 1/3 Pedal ....... 5400 PSI High Pressure Relief Reverse @ 1/3 Pedal ........ 5400 PSI

@2200 RPM @2200 RPM @1000 RPM @1000 RPM

Drive Motor P.O.R. (Begin of Stroke)................. **3700 PSI (PUMP) @ 1000 RPM **NOTE: Gauge reading at 'M1' port on motor should "spike" over 3000 psi when 'Ma' on pump is @ 3700 psi.

See procedure in SECTION 8 of the SERVICE MANUAL.

Steer Main Relief................................................2500 PSI @ 2200 RPM Steer Port Relief Left ..........................................3200 PSI @ 1000 RP Steer Port Relief Right .......................................3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Attachment Pump Saw Pump P.O.R. ..............................................3600 PSI @ 1000 RPM Saw Pump Low Pressure Control ...................... Turned in Fully Saw Blade Speed ............................................... 1150 ± 25 RPM Saw Motor Begin of Regulation ......................... 3100 PSI @ 2200 RPM Boom Valve Saw Main Relief .................................................3900 Mid Inlet Main Relief ..........................................2600 Tilt Back Port Relief............................................2900 Tilt Forward Port Relief ......................................2900 Accumulator Close Port Relief ...........................3200 Accumulator Open Port Relief ...........................3200 Clamp Open Port Relief .....................................1100 Clamp Close Port Relief .....................................3200 Lift Up Port Relief ...............................................2900 Lift Down Port Relief ..........................................2200

PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI

Pilot Pressure Reducing Valve...........................550 Pilot Pressure Relief Valve.................................675

PSI @ 1000 RPM PSI @ 1000 RPM

@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @

1000 2200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM

Brake Maximum Pressure ..................................1000 PSI @ 1000 RPM

ISSUE 1 2/99

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Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PRESSURE SETTINGS (WITH KOEHRING WATEROUS 18" DISC SAW FELLING HEAD)

Engine RPM ...................................................... 2200 RPM MAX 1000 RPM IDLE Hydrostatics: Charge Pressure Rexroth Pump .................................................... 450 PSI @ 2200 RPM Rexroth Motor .................................................... NON - ADJUSTABLE

Pump Main Reliefs P.O.R. Forward ................................................ 4800 PSI P.O.R. Reverse ................................................ 4800 PSI High Pressure Relief Forward @ 1/3 Pedal ....... 5400 PSI High Pressure Relief Reverse @ 1/3 Pedal ........ 5400 PSI

@2200 RPM @2200 RPM @1000 RPM @1000 RPM

Drive Motor P.O.R. (Begin of Stroke)................. **3700 PSI (PUMP) @ 1000 RPM **NOTE: Gauge reading at 'M1' port on motor should "spike" over 3000 psi when 'Ma' on pump is @ 3700 psi.

See procedure in SECTION 8 of the SERVICE MANUAL.

Steer Main Relief................................................ 2500 PSI @ 2200 RPM Steer Port Relief Left .......................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Steer Port Relief Right ....................................... 3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Attachment Pump Saw Pump P.O.R. .............................................. 3600 PSI @ 1000 RPM Saw Pump Low Pressure Control ...................... Turned in Fully Saw Blade Speed ............................................... 1300 ± 25 RPM Saw Motor Begin of Regulation ......................... 3100 PSI @ 2200 RPM Boom Valve Saw Main Relief ................................................. 3900 Mid Inlet Main Relief .......................................... 2600 Tilt Back Port Relief ............................................ 2900 Tilt Forward Port Relief ...................................... 2900 Accumulator Close Port Relief ........................... 3200 Accumulator Open Port Relief ........................... 3200 Clamp Open Port Relief ..................................... 1100 Clamp Close Port Relief ..................................... 3200 Lift Up Port Relief ............................................... 2900 Lift Down Port Relief .......................................... 2200

PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI

Pilot Pressure Reducing Valve ........................... 550 Pilot Pressure Relief Valve ................................. 675

PSI @ 1000 RPM PSI @ 1000 RPM

@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @

1000 2200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM

Brake Maximum Pressure .................................. 1000 PSI @ 1000 RPM

ISSUE 2 11/ 99

3.21

Tigercat 726B Feller Buncher

Lubrication and Maintenance

PRESSURE SETTINGS (WITH KOEHRING WATEROUS 20" DISC SAW FELLING HEAD)

Engine RPM ......................................................2200 RPM MAX 1000 RPM IDLE Hydrostatics: Charge Pressure Rexroth Pump ....................................................450 PSI @ 2200 RPM Rexroth Motor ....................................................NON - ADJUSTABLE

Pump Main Reliefs P.O.R. Forward ................................................ 4800 PSI P.O.R. Reverse ................................................ 4800 PSI High Pressure Relief Forward @ 1/3 Pedal ....... 5400 PSI High Pressure Relief Reverse @ 1/3 Pedal ........ 5400 PSI

@2200 RPM @2200 RPM @1000 RPM @1000 RPM

Drive Motor P.O.R. (Begin of Stroke)................. **3700

PSI (PUMP) @1000 RPM

**NOTE: Gauge reading at 'M1' port on motor should "spike" over 3000 psi when 'Ma' on pump is @ 3700 psi.

See proce dure in SECTION 8 of the SERVICE MANUAL.

Steer Main Relief................................................2500 PSI @ 2200 RPM Steer Port Relief Left ..........................................3200 PSI @ 1000 RP Steer Port Relief Right .......................................3200 PSI @ 1000 RPM Attachment Pump Saw Pump P.O.R. ..............................................3600 PSI @ 1000 RPM Saw Pump Low Pressure Control ...................... Turned in Fully Saw Blade Speed ............................................... 1175 ± 25 RPM Saw Motor Begin of Regulation ......................... 3100 PSI @ 2200 RPM Boom Valve Saw Main Relief .................................................3900 Mid Inlet Main Relief ..........................................2600 Tilt Back Port Relief............................................2900 Tilt Forward Port Relief ......................................2900 Accumulator Close Port Relief ...........................3200 Accumulator Open Port Relief ...........................3200 Clamp Open Port Relief .....................................1100 Clamp Close Port Relief .....................................3200 Lift Up Port Relief ...............................................2900 Lift Down Port Relief ..........................................2200

PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI PSI

Pilot Pressure Reducing Valve...........................550 Pilot Pressure Relief Valve.................................675

PSI @ 1000 RPM PSI @ 1000 RPM

@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @

1000 2200 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM RPM

Brake Maximum Pressure ..................................1000 PSI @ 1000 RPM

ISSUE 1 2/99

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