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Silage Forks 2018 1 

CONTENTS 

1. FOREWORD ............................................................................................................................................4

 

Warning symbols used in this manual ............................................................................................................................... 5

 

2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE .............................................................................................................6

 

3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ........................................................7

 

3.1

 

Safe shutdown procedure .................................................................................................................................... 9

 

3.2

 

Personal protective equipment ........................................................................................................................... 9

 

4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................10

 

4.1

 

Technical specifications ........................................................................................................................................ 10

 

4.2

 

Safety labels and main components of the attachment.................................................................................. 11

 

5. ATTACHING THE ATTACHMENT ....................................................................................................13

 

5.1

 

Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses ............................................................................................... 15

 

5.2

 

Transport position ................................................................................................................................................ 16

 

5.3

 

Storing the attachment ......................................................................................................................................... 16

 

6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ....................................................................................................................17

 

6.1

 

Checks before use ................................................................................................................................................. 18

 

6.2

 

Operator qualification .......................................................................................................................................... 18

 

6.3

 

Operating the grapple ........................................................................................................................................... 19

 

6.4

 

Material handling .................................................................................................................................................... 20

 

6.5

 

Extra tilt adapter .................................................................................................................................................... 20

 

6.6

 

Feeding table cleaning blade (optional extra) .................................................................................................. 21

 

6.7

 

Silage dozer blade (optional extra) .................................................................................................................... 22

 

6.8

 

Working on uneven ground ................................................................................................................................ 23

 

6.8.1

 

Operation with the tilt adapter .................................................................................................................. 23

 

7. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ..........................................................................................................24

 

7.1

 

Inspection of hydraulic components .................................................................................................................. 24

 

7.2

 

Inspection of metal structures ............................................................................................................................ 25

 

7.3

 

Cleaning the attachment ...................................................................................................................................... 25

 

7.4

 

Lubrication .............................................................................................................................................................. 25

 

8. WARRANTY TERMS ..............................................................................................................................26

 

Summary of Contents for A36299

Page 1: ...Silage Forks 2018 1 Operator s Manual for Attachment Silage Forks Product number A428628 A36299 A36313 A36319 English A429957 2018 1 EN 2010 www avanttecno com...

Page 2: ...Silage Forks 2018 1...

Page 3: ...disconnecting hydraulic hoses 15 5 2 Transport position 16 5 3 Storing the attachment 16 6 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 17 6 1 Checks before use 18 6 2 Operator qualification 18 6 3 Operating the grapple 19 6...

Page 4: ...uipment for other purposes or use in any other way than described in this manual is prohibited Keep this manual at hand throughout the service life of the equipment If you sell or transfer the equipme...

Page 5: ...ntion to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety of others When you see this symbol be alert your safety is involved carefully read the message that follows and inform other operator...

Page 6: ...esigned to require as little maintenance as possible The operator can perform regular maintenance tasks All repair work can t be performed by the operator and demanding repair and maintenance operatio...

Page 7: ...out for the sharp tines and the grapple which may lower even if the loader is not running Lower the attachment on the ground and lower its grapple completely before leaving the driver s seat to avoid...

Page 8: ...ce the attachment to a safe position as shown in Safe stopping procedure before any cleaning maintenance or adjustments Use the attachment only for its intended purpose Other use may create unnecessar...

Page 9: ...ase residual pressure from the hydraulic system move all hydraulic control levers to their extreme positions a couple of times Prevent starting of the machine remove ignition key Make sure the grapple...

Page 10: ...7 9 Maximum input of hydraulic energy 50 l min 22 5 MPa 225 bar 30 l min 20 MPa 200 bar Compatible AVANT loaders See Table 1 Designed purpose of use Available options Extra tilt adapter A36337 Incres...

Page 11: ...RNING Make sure all warning decals are readable The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to identify and remember the hazards related to the equipment Replace damaged or m...

Page 12: ...away from raised equipment 3 A46803 Pinching and cutting hazard keep clear of moving parts do not leave the equipment running Operate the attachment only from the driver s seat 4 A423101 Attachment i...

Page 13: ...an attachment that has not been locked Avant quick coupling system Step 1 Lift the quick attach plate locking pins up and turn them backwards into the slot so that they are locked in the upper positio...

Page 14: ...he loader during driving causing loss of control of the loader Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked Before moving or lifting the attachment make sure that the locking pins are in...

Page 15: ...on the attachment Connecting the multi connector system 1 Align the pins of the attachment connector with corresponding holes of the loader connector The multi connector will not connect if the attach...

Page 16: ...t position CAUTION Keep the loader stable Always transport the silage forks as low and close to the ground as possible Keep the telescopic boom retracted during drive 5 3 Storing the attachment Uncoup...

Page 17: ...mly and retract the telescopic boom Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction whenever load is lifted Use additional counterweights as needed WARNING Risk of falling from height and crushing under bu...

Page 18: ...sure that the loader and the attachment are used in a safe manner and as intended Do not allow children to operate the equipment Never operate the loader or attachments while under the influence of al...

Page 19: ...ersons or farm animals Also make sure that it is safe to reverse with the loader If the loader is not equipped with the boom self levelling WARNING Prevent material from falling on you Monitor the pos...

Page 20: ...g of the loader The use of additional counterweights is recommended especially when operating smaller loader models For 200 series loader the wheel weights are recommended With heavy loads the telesco...

Page 21: ...eas the side extension blade can be tilted onto the top of the main blade The side extension is fitted on the right side of the blade and it can be interchanged to the left side As an option a second...

Page 22: ...used for moving the uneaten silage back to the cattle on the feeding table Clearing the cattle feeding table can be done without demounting the silage forks from the loader It is not necessary to leav...

Page 23: ...ad must not be lifted high The loader frame articulation should be kept straight when lifting heavy loads turning the load during lifting operation will affect the stability of the loader and may lead...

Page 24: ...d when the grapple has been lowered down completely 7 1 Inspection of hydraulic components Check the condition of the hydraulic hoses and components when the engine has been turned off and the pressur...

Page 25: ...isually for damages and inspect the quick attach brackets and their surrounding area carefully The attachment must not be used if it is deformed cracked or torn Welding repairs are only allowed to be...

Page 26: ...reimburse the price of components purchased by the customer in special cases that have been agreed in advance The warranty does not cover Normal maintenance work or parts and consumables required for...

Page 27: ...kerhetskrav i EG maskindirektiv EG direktiv 2006 42 EG som ndrat F ljande harmoniserade standarder har till mpats We hereby declare that the products listed below are in conformity with the provision...

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