Danuser 9000 Postmaster/SlabBlaster - Manual (Page 8)

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Prepare the Vehicle
Read and understand the manual for your vehicle before assembling or installing the
Postmaster/Slab Blaster. The vehicle must be equipped with a universal quick attach hitch
and auxiliary hydraulics. The use of the Postmaster/Slab Blaster may require the addition of
counterweights to ensure the attachment does not exceed the rated capacity of your vehicle.
Add Additional Weight
Adding additional weight, up to 700 lbs. total hammer weight, is recommended on both the
Postmaster and Slab Blaster, except when using a T-post adapter. Add weight in a variety of
ways: logging chain, metal punch slugs, lead tire weights, etc. Do not use concrete or sand.
STEP 1: If your unit was shipped in the upright position, remove the lag bolt securing the
Postmaster/Slab Blaster to the pallet.
STEP 2: Remove the metal bands from around the mounting plate and pallet.
STEP 3: If you have received a Postmaster with Grapple, remove the Grapple from the
Postmaster. The Grapple will be installed later.
STEP 4: Install the Postmaster/Slab Blaster by following your vehicle operator’s manual
for installing an attachment. After making sure the attachment is securely latched
to the vehicle, remove the shipping pallet.
STEP 5: Remove the hydraulic hoses from the quick attach plate hose holder, and use the
quick couplers to connect the hydraulic hoses to the vehicle's auxiliary hydraulics.
STEP 6: Remove the transit bolt from the top left of the hammer rails.
Assembly &
Installation
Because of the weight of
some components, and
because some
components are difficult
to balance, two people are
required for safe
assembly and installation
of this equipment.
C A U T I O N
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D A N G E R
Do not exceed the vehicle's rated operating load. If
necessary, use sufficient counterweights.
If you have purchased a Postmaster with Grapple, it is recommended you use
your Postmaster without the Grapple a few times before installing the Grapple.
The Grapple installation instructions are located in the Operation section of this
manual following the Postmaster operation instructions.
NOTE
Make sure the Postmaster/Slab Blaster is securely latched
to the vehicle. Failure to do so could result in separation of
the attachment from the vehicle.
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Remember hydraulic systems are under pressure whenever
the engine is running and may hold pressure after
shutdown. Before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic
hoses, be sure to relieve all pressure by cycling all
hydraulic controls after shutdown.
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C A U T I O N
Do not route the hydraulic hoses through the quick attach
plate hose holder at this time. Damage to the hydraulic
hoses will occur.
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Personal protection
equipment including hard
hat, safety glasses, safety
shoes, gloves, and ear
plugs are recommended
during assembly,
installation, operation,
maintenance, service,
removal, or movement of
the attachment.