John Deere FG18 HIGH ROTATION FELLING HEAD Operator’s Manual PDF

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John Deere FG18 HIGH ROTATION FELLING HEAD Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

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John Deere FG18 HIGH ROTATION FELLING HEAD Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

• P/N: F382266_UL
• Language: English
• Division: Forestry
• Product Lines: Tracked Feller Bunchers
• Publication Type: Operator’s Manuals
• Associated Models: FG18
• Series: FG SERIES
• Serial: 009095-
• Description: FG18 HIGH ROTATION STT DISC SAW FELLING HEAD

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John Deere FG18 HIGH ROTATION FELLING HEAD Operator’s Manual – PDF DOWNLOAD

Contents 5
Safety – Safety Features 7
FG Series Felling Head Safety Features 7
Safety — General Precautions 8
Recognize Safety Information 8
Follow Safety Instructions 8
Operate Only If Qualified 8
Wear Protective Equipment 9
Avoid Unauthorized Attachment Modifications 9
Stay Clear Of Moving Parts 9
Avoid High-Pressure Oil 10
Prepare for Emergencies 10
Control Pattern 10
Handle Chemical Products Safely 11
Dispose Of Waste Properly 11
Safety — Operating Precautions 12
Keep Riders Off Machine 12
Operate Booms With Care 12
Add and Operate Attachments Safely 13
Avoid Power Lines 13
Safety — Maintenance Precautions 14
Park And Prepare For Service Safely 14
Use Proper Lifting Equipment 14
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating 15
Make Welding Repairs Safely 15
Drive Metal Pins Safely 15
Safety Signs – Felling Head 16
FG18 Safety Sign Location 16
Felling Head Components 17
FG18 Series Felling Head Components 17
Saw Drive — FG Series Felling Head 19
Saw Drive Components 19
Saw Drive Description 20
Disc Saw Blade Description 21
Disc Saw Blade and Tooth Data 21
Operation — FG Series Felling Head 24
Basic Operation 24
Principle of Operation 24
Blade Feeding Speed 24
General Method of Operation 25
Stopping the Disc Saw Blade 26
Cutting Multiple Trees 26
Handling The Tree 29
Periodic Maintenance 31
Periodic Maintenance Table 31
Maintenance — General 32
Tools Required 34
Maintenance — Every 8 Hours 35
Locking Pin Storage 35
Visually Inspect All Bolts 35
Check All Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings 36
Lubricate All Grease Fittings 37
Check Saw Tooth Bolt Torque 40
Check Saw Tooth and Disc Saw Blade Condition 41
Check Driveshaft End Play 45
Maintenance — Every 125 Hours 47
Check All Bolt Torques 47
Check All Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings 49
Check Disc Saw Blade R P M 50
Check Hydraulic Pressure Setting 51
Lubricate Driveshaft and Motor Coupling 51
Clean Saw Motor Area 51
Maintenance — Every 250 Hours 52
Perform Overall Visual Inspection 52
Perform 125 Hour Interval Maintenance Procedures 52
Check Saw Blade Guide Bolts 52
Maintenance – Unscheduled 53
Disc Saw Blade Inspection 53
Saw Tooth Replacement 55
Disc Saw Blade Removal 57
Disc Saw Blade Installation 59
Check All Hydraulic Hoses and Fittings 62
Disc Saw Blade Gauge 63
Initial Pump & Motor Startup 64
Initial Saw Speed Adjustment 64
Initial Saw Circuit Begin of Stroke Adjustment and Pressure Setting 64
Misc – Saw Speed Sense Equipment 65
Saw Speed Tachometer 65
Misc – Troubleshooting 67
Diagnose Disc Saw Blade Stalling 67
Misc – Serial Numbers 69
Felling Head Serial Numbers 69
Model and Serial Number Record 70
Misc – Specifications — FG18 Felling Head 71
FG18 Felling Head Dimensions 71
General Specifications — FG18 Felling Head 72
Conversion Table for Pressures 73

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