Modern AG Grapple - Manual (Page 5)

Grapple - 5
- Do not detach loader from tractor with any of
these attachments installed. Equip loader with
material bucket when detaching.
- Stop loader gradually when lowering or lifting
loads.
- Before exiting the prime mover, lower the
attachment to the ground, apply the brakes, turn
off the prime mover’s engine, and remove the
key.
- Do not alter or remove any safety feature from the
prime mover or this attachment.
- Know your work site safety rules as well as traffic
rules and flow. When in doubt on any safety issue,
contact your supervisor or safety coordinator for
an explanation.
- A heavy load can cause instability of the
prime mover. Use extreme care during
travel. Slow down on turns and watch out
for bumps. The prime mover may need addi
tional counter-weights to counter-balance the
weight of the attachment.
- Do not heap load heavy material where the
combined weight of the bucket and the material
could exceed the rated lifting capacity of the
loader.
- Be sure the load does not stick out too far in front
of the bucket. A light load sticking out too far
can have the same tipping effect as a heavy load
carried in close.
- Do not exceed the lift capacity of your loader. See
loader specifications.
- Make sure all loads are secure before lifting. If
lifting with the grapple and the load appears to
be unstable, lower the load, open the grapple and
reposition the load to attain full stability.
KNOW WHere uTiliTieS Are:
Observe overhead electrical and other utility lines.
Be sure equipment will clear them. When digging,
call your local utilities for location of buried utility
lines, gas, water, and sewer, as well as any other
hazard you may encounter. Beware of low electrical
wires when loader is raised. Serious injury or death
can result if contact is made.
TrANSPOrTiNG All ATTACHmeNTS:
- Travel only with the attachment as close to the
ground as possible. Drive slowly over rough
ground and on slopes.
- When driving on public roads use safety lights,
reflectors, Slow Moving Vehicle signs etc., to
prevent accidents. Check local government
regulations that may affect you.
- Do not drive close to ditches, excavations, etc.,
cave in could result.
- When on a slope, keep the load low and proceed
with extreme caution. Do not drive ACROSS a
steep slope - drive straight up and down. With
a LOADED attachment face the attachment and
load uphill. With an EMpTY attachment - face the
attachment downhill.
- Avoid sudden starts and stops while traveling up
or downhill. Avoid parking on a slope. Slow down
on sharp turns and slopes to prevent tipping and/
or loss of control. Avoid slopes when surface is wet,
slippery grass or soil. Be careful when changing
directions on slopes.
- Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto
trailer or truck. NEVER secure rods or linkages on
unit that could be damaged when transporting.
- Do not smoke when refueling. Allow room in the
gas tank for expansion. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Secure cap tightly when done.
mAiNTAiNiNG All ATTACHmeNTS
- Before working on this machine, drive to a level
area, relieve hydraulic pressure, lower implement
(or if working underneath, raise and block securely),
shut off the engine, set the brakes, and remove
the ignition keys. Relieve hydraulic pressure prior
to doing any maintenance.
- Never work under equipment unless it is blocked
securely. Never depend on hydraulic system to
keep implement in raised position.
- Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
SAFeTy SeCTiON
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WArNiNG
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