Operator’s And Parts Manual MANUAL NO. 8531 REV.
CONTENTS Index Operator’s Guide Page Specifications ................................................................................................ 5 Features and Controls .................................................................................. 6 General Information ....................................................................................... 7 Equipment Purpose ....................................................................................... 7 Safety Procedures .................
Forward: Congratulations on the purchase of your new BlueBird equipment! Your purchase demonstrates trust in the BlueBird name and exemplifies your desire to own durable equipment which is easy to operate and easy to maintain. To get the full benefit of your purchase, you will need to understand how to use the controls and many features of your machine. This operator’s guide has been prepared to assist you in this process.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Engine SG1114 SG1314 11HP Honda w/ cyclone air filter | 13HP Honda w/ cyclone air filter Length 62'” - 73” (157 185cm) based on handle position Width 27” (69cm) Height 24” - 43” (61 - 109cm) based on handle position Tires 12” knobby 4.10 6 Brakc Disc type-Lcvcr activated Drive Direct Belt Gates HiPower Double V Belt BP54 Clutch Noram Centrifugal Clutch Cutter Wheel Teeth Vertical 14” x 3/8” Disk 8 Tungsten carbide tip teeth w/ pockets Cutting Depth Weight Appr.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Bail Throttle Handle Adjustment Lever Drive Cover Cutting Wheel 6 On/Off Switch Brake Lever
OPERATOR’S GUIDE General Information This owner’s manual has been prepared for the owner and those responsible for the operation of the BlueBird Stump Grinder. Its purpose, aside from machine operation, is to promote safety through the use of accepted correct safety, operating and maintenance procedures.
OPERATOR’S GUIDE 2-Preparation: · Wear appropriate clothing including hard hat, safety glasses and ear protection. Long hair, loose clothing or jewelry may get tangled in moving parts. · Inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all objects such as rocks, toys and wire which can be thrown by the machine. · Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container.
OPERATOR’S GUIDE · Shut off fuel while storing or transporting. Do not store fuel near flames or drain indoors. · Park machine on level ground. Never allow untrained personnel to service machine. · Use jack stands to support components when required. · Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. · Use care when checking blade and teeth. Wear gloves and use caution when servicing. · Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. If possible, do not make adjustments with the engine running.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS The following decals are found on Model SG1114 and SG1314 Stump Grinders. If any are missing or not legible, replace them before putting the equipment into operation. Part numbers for the complete decal kits are listed below. 2 1 4 3 5 6 DANGER 7 SG1314 Stump Grinder 9 10 8 SG1114 Stump Grinder 11 Item 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10 Description SG1114 Stump Grinder Kit No.
SAFETY AND INSTRUCTION DECALS 10 5 9 11 4 3 7, 8 6 2 1 Assembly Instructions • Wear eye protection. • Open top of box and remove wooden blocks. Watch for nails and wood splinters. • Carefully cut open side of carton. • No assembly is required on the unit. Carefully read the Operator’s Manual. • Fill with gas and oil according to the Engine manual.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before You Start · Review all the safety decals on the unit · Wear ear and eye protection · Be familiar with the safety and shutdown procedures as described earlier in the manual · Make sure all flaps are in place and in good condition · Make sure that blade and teeth are in place and in good condition · Make sure that working area and stump in particular is free of metallic object such as wire, nails, etc. as such object may be thrown and harm bystanders and damage the equipment.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Operating On Hills Extreme caution must be exercised when grinding stumps on hills as equipment may slide or move unexpectedly. Never operate the stump grinder on slopes of 15° or more. Transport BlueBird’s Stump Grinder can be transported in the back of a truck, trailer, van or large S.U.Vs. It features two lifting handles on both sides of the unit to allow two people to lift the unit if necessary. Do not attempt to lift the equipment alone.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Cleaning and Washing Regular cleaning, washing and lubricating will prolong the life of your equipment. Use care with power washers to avoid damage to the warning and operation decals. Watch also for bearings, chain and engine and avoid direct spray to these items. Do not exceed 1000 psi water pressure for cleaning. Two minute warning Stump grinder may be tipped for cleaning and access for no more than 2 minutes.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Engine Service and Maintenance See Engine manufacturer’s manual for service and troubleshooting information. Cyclone Air Filter See Engine manufacturer’s manual for service and troubleshooting information. Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment Jack Screw Cutting shroud Mounting Bolts 1. Disassemble the belt guard by removing the 3 bolts on the face of the belt guard. 2. Loosen the 4 bolts on the cutting shroud as shown. 3. Loosen the Jam Nuts on the adjusting jack screws shown.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Blade, Pockets and Teeth Removal and Replacement Roll Pin Slide bolt through one pocket, through blade section and through pocket on the other side. Tighten bolts to 120 150 ft lb. Make sure that the roll pins sit against the back of the pockets. This provides the correct gauging of the correct gauging of the teeth cutting edge. Bolts WARNING Cutting teeth may come free of cutting wheel due to insufficient torque applied to bolts. Be sure to follow recommended torque settings.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Blade Adjustment For fine adjustment of the brake tension. Loosen the set screw on the brake lever knob. Rotate the brake lever knob counter clockwise to loosen the tension on the brake or clockwise to tighten the tension on the brake. Brake mounting nuts. For coarse adjustment of the brake tension. Loosen the nuts to adjust the position of the brake cable mount to the handle.
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE Wheel Maintenance, Removal and Replacement To remove the left wheel from the Stump Grinder, remove the set collar. Remove 1/4” bolts, 1/4” hex nuts, springs and brake pad. The wheel is now free to slide off of the axle. To remove the right wheel, remove the set collar and slide the wheel off the shaft.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE DANGER Before servicing unit, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Turn engine off and remove the spark plug wire. Problem Possible Solutions Engine will not start 1. Be sure that the kill switch is turned on and the bail (Operator Presence Control) is actuated against the handle. 2. Check to see that the bail fully actuates the push button switch on the instrument panel. 3. Check all electrical wires for damage. Belt coming off 1. Pulleys are not aligned. 2.
ASSEMBLY AND PARTS DIAGRAM HANDLE AND DECK ASSEMBLY 20
ASSEMBLY AND PARTS DIAGRAM BELT COVER GUARD ASSEMBLY CUTTING WHEEL ASSEMBLY 21
Item Part No. Description 1 ......... 20200 ...........Handle 2 ......... 20201 ...........Bail Assy - includes bail and extension spring (2 ea) 3 ......... 20202 ...........Extension spring (1 ea) 4 ......... 20203 ...........Handle Adjustment Lever Assembly - includes lever, roll pins (2 ea), 1/2" hex ..................................nuts (2 ea) 5 ......... 20204 ...........Handle Adjustment Pin Assembly - includes plate, 1/2" adjustment pin (2 ea), ..................................
Item Part No. Description 22 .......20221 ............. Handle Adjustment Bracket - includes bracket, 3/8"-16 x 1" hex bolt (2 ea), 3/ ................................... 8 flat washer (4ea), 3/8" lock nut (2 ea) 23 .......20222 ............. Rear Deflector Kit and Deck Deflector Kit (same P/N for both) - includes ................................... deflector, 5/16"-18 x 3/4" hex bolt (6 ea), 5/16" flat washer (6 ea), 5/16" lock ................................... nut (6 ea) 24 .......20223 .............
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from purchase, BlueBird, Inc. will replace for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts, found upon examination by any Factory Authorized Service Center, or by the Factory at Beatrice, Nebraska, to be defective in material or workmanship or both. All transportation charges on parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by purchaser. THERE IS NO OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
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