Carlton SP2000 Owner's Manual
Model SP2000
Machine Serial # ____________
Engine Model & Spec # ____________
Engine Serial # ____________
Purchase Date ____________
Dealer ____________
Carlton
J.P. Carlton Company
Div. D.A.F. Inc.
121 John Dodd Road
Spartanburg S.C. 29303
Ph. (864) 578-9335
Fax (864) 578-0210
www.stumpcutters.com
DIESEL ENGINE EXHAUST WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproduction harm.
SP2000 SAFETY ALERT
SP2000 SAFETY ALERT
STUMP GRINDER LIMITED WARRANTY
J.P. Carlton Co. Inc., hereafter referred to as the “Manufacturer”, warrants each new Carlton Grinder to be free of
defects in workmanship and material for a period of one year.
This warranty takes effect upon delivery to the original retail purchaser. The manufacturer at its option will replace
or repair at a point designated by the manufacturer, any parts which appear to have been defective in material or
workmanship. The manufacturer is not responsible for consequential damages.
This warranty will not apply if the grinder is not operated in a manner recommended by the manufacturer. The
following examples would void warranty:
1. The grinder has been abused.
2. The machine is involved in or damaged by an accident.
3. Repairs or attempted repairs were made without prior written authorization.
4. Including but not limited to repairs made due to normal wear.
The owner is responsible for all regular maintenance as explained in the operators’ manual. Neglect in regular
maintenance or failure to replace normal wear items such as teeth, pockets, lubrication oils, filters, belts, bearings,
etc. may void warranty.
This warranty is expressly in lieu of any other warranties, expressed or implied, including any implied warranty or
merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose and of any non-contractual liabilities including product liabilities
based upon negligence or strict liability. J.P. Carlton Co. Inc. will not be liable for consequential damages resulting
from breach of warranty.
IT IS NECESSARY TO RETURN THE WARRANTY VALIDATION FORM AND NOTIFY J. P. CARLTON
CO. INC. IN WRITING WITHIN TEN (10) DAYS FROM DELIVERY DATE TO VALIDATE THIS
WARRANTY.
NOTE: This warranty applies only to new and unused equipment or parts thereof manufactured by J.P. Carlton Co.
Inc. ANY MACHINES USED FOR LEASE OR RENTAL - WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO 90 DAYS FROM
FIRST DAY OF INITIAL SERVICE.
NOTICE: All power units and associated components are NOT
warranted by J.P. Carlton Co. Inc. or their
dealers. It is the customers’ responsibility to return machine to the local engine distributor.
INFORMATION PHONE NUMBERS TO FIND YOUR LOCAL ENGINE & PARTS SERVICE CENTERS:
Honda ............................................ 1-770-497-6400 (GA-Eastern Time Zone)
Kohler Engines.............................. 1-800-544-2444 (Toll Free)
Briggs & Stratton Engines........... 1-800-233-3723 (Toll Free)
Lombardini ................................... 1-770-623-3554 (GA-Eastern Time Zone)
Deutz Engines................................ 1-800-241-9886 (Toll Free)
John Deere Engines ...................... 1-800-533-6446 (Toll Free)
Caterpillar..................................... 1-877-636-7658 (Toll Free)
Kubota ........................................... 1-847-955-2500 (IL-Central Time Zone)
Kawasaki Engines......................... 1-616-949-6500 (MI-Eastern Time Zone)
Wisconsin Engines ........................ 1-800-932-2858 (Toll Free)
Onan Engine ................................. 1-800-888-6626 (Toll Free)
In order to process any warranty claims. It is the owners’ responsibility to report claims promptly to us or the
authorized dealer from whom the equipment was purchased. It is necessary to include the following information on
any and all request for warranty:
1. Dealer from whom purchased 5. Engine make and serial number
2. Date of delivery 6. Length of time in use
3. Serial number of unit 7. Date of failure
4. Model number of unit 8. Nature of failure
STUMP GRINDER LIMITED WARRANTY
EXPLANATION OF LIMITED WARRANTY
The manufacturer will not reimburse the customer or dealer labor cost incurred for
installing “bolt-on” or “slip-on” items, such as pumps and motors, bearings, belts,
pulleys, etc. The manufacturer will provide replacement parts at no cost to the
customer for defective parts during the warranty period. Defective parts must be
returned to J.P. Carlton Company. It will be the customers’ responsibility to install
the replacement parts unless arrangements are made with the selling dealer.
The manufacturer will not reimburse travel cost to servicing dealer. It is the
customers’ responsibility to deliver machine to dealers’ facility, unless other
arrangements have been agreed to between the selling dealer and the customer.
The manufacturer may elect, at its discretion, to reimburse reasonable labor cost to
customer or dealer for major defect repairs. Prior approval must be obtained from
J.P. Carlton Company Inc.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
1. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE IS CRITICAL ON STUMP
GRINDING MACHINES.
DIRT INGESTION WILL NOT BE WARRANTED BY THE
ENGINE MANUFACTURER OR J.P. CARLTON
COMPANY.
2. OIL AND OIL FILTER MAINTENANCE AND STAYING
WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE ANGLE OF OPERATION
IS ALSO CRITICAL ON STUMP GRINDING MACHINES.
STARVING THE ENGINE FOR OIL WILL NOT BE
WARRANTED BY THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER OR
J.P. CARLTON COMPANY.
Warranty Validation Form
Congratulations on your purchase of a Carlton Stump Grinder. This product has been designed and manufactured to
provide years of profitable service while minimizing maintenance and downtime. Please take the time now to
complete this warranty validation form. This information is necessary for Carlton to instate your warranty.
Return Form To: J.P. Carlton Company, Div. D.A.F. Inc.
121 John Dodd Road
Spartanburg, SC 29303
Phone: 1-864-578-9335
Purchaser Information:
Company Name:_______________________ Street Address:_____________________________
City:_________________________ State:__________ Zip Code:__________________________
Telephone:_______________________Contact:________________________________________
Machine Information:
Model Number :_______________________ Engine Model :________________________
Serial Number :________________________ Serial Number :________________________
Dealer Information:
Dealer Name:____________________ Street Address:___________________________
City: _______________________ State:__________ Zip Code:____________________
Contact Name: ____________________
1. ______ Customer has been instructed on operation and safety aspects of operating the equipment.
2. ______ Customer has been advised not to reach into cutter wheel area.
3. ______ Customer has been advised to stop machine and remove key before performing any type of
maintenance.
4. ______ Customer has been warned not to operate the machine without the cutter wheel guard in place.
5. ______ Customer has been furnished with all parts and operators manuals.
6. ______ Customer has been instructed on equipment maintenance schedules and procedures.
7. ______ Customer has been advise that the engine or power unit that is used on this machine is warranted
by the engine manufacturer and NOT
be addressed to the local engine dealer.
8. ______ Customer understands the importance of air and oil filter maintenance, and the importance of
staying within the angle of operation of the engine. If either of these is not adhered to, the engine
warranty is VOID
9. ______ Customer understands to keep locking collars tight and purge bearings with grease.
10. ______ All operation and warning decals are properly displayed on equipment.
11. ______ Customer understands it is his responsibility to train all operators on operator safety.
I have inspected this equipment and find it in good working condition. To the best of my knowledge, the customer
and his personnel are aware of the above procedures.
Date: _______________ Signed: ____________________________________
Dealer Representative
The equipment has been thoroughly checked by the above named dealer representative, and I am
satisfied with his instructions.
Date: ________________ Signed: ___________________________________
Purchaser
.
J.P. Carlton Company. All engine warranty issues should
SP2000 TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
FOREWORD 1
GENERAL INFORMATION 2
MACHINE FEATURES 3
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 4
OPERATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
DAILY CHECKLIST 8
MACHINE CONTROLS 11
TRANSPORTING 14
MACHINE OPERATION 15
MAINTENANCE
MACHINE MAINTENANCE 19
LUBRICATION CHART 22
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 23
SERVICING CUTTER WHEEL 24
WIRING DIAGRAM 29
PARTS
FRAME ASSEMBLY 30
AXLE ASSEMBLY 32
ENGINE ASSEMBLY 34
BELT ASSEMBLY 36
CUTTER WHEEL ASSEMBLY 38
CHIP GUARD ASSEMBLY 40
BACK
KOHLER ENGINE MANUAL
TRANSMISSION PARTS LIST
HYDROSTAT PARTS LIST
SP2000 FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Carlton® Professional Stump Grinder! Carlton
Stump Grinders have a reputation for superior performance and reliability. A machine is not
profitable if it's broken-down and we do our absolute best to help you avoid costly downtime.
Each and every machine has been over designed and overbuilt to ensure years and years of
trouble-free operation. In this, we take pride.
The Carlton Model SP2000 is designed and intended for use in unique situations where size
and maneuverability are foremost. As a result, the Model SP2000 has it's own unique
operational requirements.
Read this manual carefully and TAKE RESPONSIBILITY for thoroughly familiarizing yourself
with the controls and the concepts behind the operation of this machine before attempting to operate it.
Slowly experiment with the controls and gradually work yourself up to the full capabilities of this
machine. The Carlton Model SP2000 is a profitable professional stump grinder. Read this manual. Use
proper safety precautions. Follow the instructions provided and use common sense and your "OX" will
perform like its namesake. If getting more work done in a day, with less trouble, is your idea of good
business, then you'll love your new Carlton Stump Grinder!
We welcome your suggestions on how we might better build our machines. We solicit any and
all questions concerning the safe operation or proper servicing of your new stump grinder.
Please feel free to write to us with any comments.
We'll enjoy hearing from you!
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SP2000 GENERAL INFORMATION
The J. P. Carlton Company constantly strives to create the best equipment available in the stump
cutting industry. Therefore, the material in this manual is correct at the time of publication.
Carlton reserves the right to make improvements, modifications and even discontinue features, as
we deem necessary to meet our goal. Carlton also reserves the right to discontinue models
without any prior notification or obligation.
Inspect your new Carlton Stump Grinder as soon as you receive it. Any damages incurred
during shipment are not warranted and therefore not covered repairs. You should have the truck
driver verify or acknowledge any damages caused during shipment. If not, contact the truck
lines as soon as possible with your complaint.
Any reference made to right, left, front or rear in relationship to the stump cutter is illustrated in
the following picture. Please refer to these any time you call your dealer or J. P. Carlton
Company for parts or assistance.
Front Rear Front
Left Right
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SP2000 MACHINE FEATURES
• Gas Power
• Heavy construction
• Tapered roller bearings on
cutter wheel.
• 3/4” thick Blanchard
ground cutter wheel
• Freewheeling capability
• Low maintenance, multiple
drive belt
• 16 carbide tipped cutter
teeth
• 34 1/2” width to clear fence
gates
• Safety tie down loops
• Epoxy primer
• DuPont Imron
finish
• Premium tires
• Heavy duty rubber
and metal chip
guards
® protective
• Self propelled
• Easy engine belt
adjustment
• Heavy duty electric
industrial clutch
• High capacity air filtration
system
• Key start
• High capacity battery
• Marine battery box
• Fuel Filter
in the strength and quality of each and every machine
We Pride Ourselves
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SP2000 MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine ............................................................Kohler® 27 HP
Weight............................................................695 lbs.
Length ............................................................80”
Height.............................................................54”
Width..............................................................34 1/2”
Cutting Depth
Below Ground................................................24”
Cutting Height
Above Ground................................................27”
Number of Teeth
on Cutter Wheel.............................................16
Cutter Wheel
Diameter w/Teeth...........................................19”
Cutter Wheel Thickness.................................3/4” Blanchard Ground
Engine Engagement .......................................Electric Clutch
Drive Belt.......................................................A100 (2)
Cutter Wheel Shaft.........................................1 7/16”
Cutter Head Bearings.....................................1 7/16” Tapered Roller
Fuel Tank Capacity........................................5 Gallons
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SP2000 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Before operating the stump cutter, read this manual, the engine manual, and all the safety
decals on the machine. Know all parts of the machine and their functions, especially the
shut down procedures in case of emergency. No inexperienced person may operate
machine. Inexperience may cause injury.
SAFETY FIRST ALWAYS!
This is the Safety-Alert Symbol. This symbol is placed on the machine and in the
manual to alert the operator to the potential for bodily injury or death. The operator
should pay close attention to the instructions whenever they see this symbol.
The Safety-Alert Symbol will be accompanied by one of the following words:
DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION
• A DANGER symbol means that if the instructions are not followed the possibility of
serious personal injury or death is probable.
• A WARNING symbol means that if the instructions are not followed there is a
possibility of serious personal injury or death.
• A CAUTION symbol means there is an unsafe condition or practice that may cause
personal injury or property damage.
PERSONAL PROTECTION:
Wear face shield and hearing
protection
Do not wear loose-fitting
clothing
Tie back long hair
Do not wear jewelry
Keep clear of cutter wheel
Keep away from moving parts
Only operate in a well ventilated
area because of carbon monoxide
P/N 0700008 P/N 0700010 P/N 0700027
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SP2000 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Be Safe and Practice Safe Operation using the following guidelines.
• Any individual operating this machine must first read and
understand this manual, the engine manual, all component
manuals, and all safety decals on machine.
• DO NOT permit children to operate machinery or to play
near machinery during operation.
• Always wear face shield and hearing protection during
operation. Loud noise and flying debris may cause severe
injury.
• Keep hands, feet, legs, clothing, hair and all other body
parts away from cutter wheel and other moving machine
parts to eliminate the possibility of injury.
• Shut down machine completely and remove key before
removing debris from work area (i.e. clearing rocks, wood
chips, etc.).
• DO NOT modify or change any part without written
approval from J. P. Carlton Company.
• Do not ride, sit, stand, lay or climb anywhere on this
machine during operation, while running, or during
transport.
• Do not move, position, or transport this machine while
cutter wheel is engaged.
• DO NOT operate any machinery while under the influence
of alcohol or drugs (prescription, over the counter, or
otherwise).
• Do not refill fuel tank while engine is hot, running, or
indoors. Danger of fire or explosion exists.
• Fuel and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive.
Handle with care. Only use approved (red) fuel containers
for storage.
• Do not store fuel containers near any open flames, sparks or
other sources of ignition.
• Do not store equipment with fuel in the tank.
• Battery fumes are explosive. Recharge battery in an open
area away from fire, sparks, or other sources of ignition.
• Battery acid can cause severe burns. Keep away from eyes,
skin, and clothing.
• Always remove battery before welding on equipment.
• Never check for hydraulic leaks using hand or finger, use
cardboard or wood. Keep away from pressurized leaks.
Pressurized fluid can penetrate the skin and cause injury or
even death. Seek immediate medical attention if penetration
occurs. Always wear eye protection.
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SP2000 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE AT AN ANGLE
GREATER THAN 25° OR SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE
WILL OCCUR. PROPER ENGINE OIL LEVEL MUST BE
MAINTAINED TO ACHIEVE MAXIMUM ANGLE OF
OPERATION OF 25°. (See Engine Owner’s Manual for proper
oil level.)
• Never allow spectators to stand and watch machine in operation
without proper hearing and eye protection and standing at a safe
distance. Loud noise and flying debris may cause severe injury.
• Do not operate around water, gas, power or phone lines. Check
with property owner or call utilities if not sure.
• Avoid fences and clear away other objects (i.e. sticks, stones,
metal, etc.).
• Be aware of the possibility of foreign objects imbedded in or
buried around the stump. Do not cut crosswise of roots above
ground to prevent roots being thrown.
• If unusual vibration occurs, stop engine immediately and correct
problem before continuing operation.
• Keep all guards in place and properly secured during operation.
• Keep all safety devices working properly and all other machine
parts in good working condition.
• Never leave the controls unattended while in operation. Be sure
machine is not capable of operation when left unattended.
• Stop engine and remove key when repairing or adjusting machine
or drive belts.
• Keep engine in good condition service as instructed in engine
manual.
• Do not touch engine while running or hot (serious burns may
result).
• Allow all machine parts to cool sufficiently before servicing or
making adjustments. Hot machine parts can cause severe burns.
• Do not run the machine without a complete number of teeth in the
cutter wheel tightened to the correct torque.
• Do not place machine in free wheel without first placing tongue
stake in the ground.
• Park machine on level surfaces only. Lower cutter head to the
ground and use wheel chocks to prevent unattended movement.
• Do not operate stump cutter in dark, dim lit, or concealed areas.
• Keep machine clean and clear of debris to eliminate fire hazard.
It is especially important to clean any oil or fuel spills to prevent
the danger of fire.
• Keep cutter wheel skirt guards in good condition to help control
chips during grinding.
• Keep safety and instructional decals clean and replace any that
are damaged, difficult to read, or missing.
purchased from J. P. Carlton or an authorized dealer.
Decals may be
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SP2000 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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SP2000 DAILY CHECKLIST
• Check engine oil at dipstick (see picture). Take oil
reading with engine sitting level. Add recommended
oil type as required (see engine owners’ manual).
• Check fuel filter for debris or water.
• Replenish fuel tank with fresh fuel.
Gasoline and its vapors are highly
flammable and explosive.
HANDLE WITH CARE. Use only
in well ventilated areas.
• Check condition and tightness of drive belts. (See
Maintenance section)
Allow all machine parts to cool
sufficiently before servicing or
making adjustments.
• Check for any loose, broken, or missing cutter teeth
or pockets. (See Servicing Cutter Wheel section)
Do not run machine without a
complete set of 16 teeth in the
cutter wheel tightened to the
correct torque.
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SP2000 DAILY CHECKLIST
• Inspect bolts, wiring harnesses, and equipment for
tightness and wear. Replace if necessary.
• Check air filters and pre-cleaners. Inspect dry air
cleaners. Do not blow out or tap on ground.
REPLACE WITH MANUFACTURER
RECOMMENDED AIR FILTER ONLY. Dirty air
filters can lead to dirt ingestion in the engine.
This is the most common cause of engine failure
and is not warrantable. (Reference engine
manual)
• Check condition of tires. Check for cuts, worn
treads, bulges, or damaged rims.
•
Inflate to proper pressure.
•
Make sure tire tread is in direction shown in picture
otherwise may dig into and tear up ground while
traveling to work area.
Tire can explode if:
• Tire pressure exceeds
recommended limit.
• Wheel has cuts, bubbles, or
damaged rims.
• Wheel assembly is heated
or welded. Heat increases
tire pressure.
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