AVANT A36031, Operator'S Manual For Attachment

Page 1: ...Demolition grapple bucket 2015 1 Operator s Manual for Attachment Demolition grapple bucket Product number 1100 mm A36045 1300 mm A36031 www avanttecno com ...

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Page 3: ...chment 11 5 1 Connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic hoses 12 6 Instructions for use 14 6 1 Checks before use 15 6 2 Operating the grapples 15 6 3 Using a bucket 16 6 4 Material handling 17 6 5 Operating on inclined terrain 18 6 5 1 Operation with the tilt adapter 18 7 Maintenance and Service 19 7 1 Checking hydraulic components 19 7 2 Checking metal structures 20 7 3 Cleaning the attachment 2...

Page 4: ...on and maintenance of the equipment Failure to observe the instructions accompanying the symbol can lead to equipment breakdown or other property damage With these instructions even an inexperienced user can use the attachment and loader safely The manual includes important instructions for experienced AVANT operators as well Ensure that all persons using the loader have received proper guidance a...

Page 5: ...r other purposes than grabbing and holding on to material in the bucket The attachment has been designed 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 operations are to be left for professional maintenance All maintenance work must be done using proper safety eq...

Page 6: ... Always transport the attachment as low as possible to keep the centre of gravity low and keep the telescopic boom retracted during driving Operate the controls of the loader in a slow and calm manner Be careful when lifting load to high level or lifting load from high Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction to maintain balance of the loader especially when handling heavy loads Drive slowly and...

Page 7: ...rohibited to drill holes on the attachment and welding or other means of fixing hooks or other objects on the attachment is strictly prohibited Use the attachment only for its intended purpose Other use may create unnecessary safety risks and the equipment may get damaged Make sure that the loader is equipped with necessary safety components and that they are in working condition Seat belt must be...

Page 8: ...ite Safe stopping of the attachment before going near the attachment Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the driver s seat Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the attachment Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the loader is turned off Safe stopping procedure Lower the boom and the attachment on the ground...

Page 9: ... Table 1 4 1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings which must be visible on the equipment Replace the warning labels if they have become unclear or if they have detached completely New labels are available via your retailer or contact information provided on the cover The warning labels contain important safety information and they help to ide...

Page 10: ...nching and crushing hazard keep clear of moving parts do not leave the equipment running Operate the attachment only from the driver s seat 4 Attachment identification plate Table 4 Main components of the Demolition grapple bucket 1 Frame with quick attach brackets 2 Faster multi connector holder 3 Llifting point to lift the attachment 4 Grapples 5 Grapple cylinders with protective guards 6 Automa...

Page 11: ...and the loader Mount the attachment only on level surface Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked Avant loaders with regular 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 position If your loader is equipped with a hydraulic attachment locking system see additional instructions ab...

Page 12: ...ervice point for instructions or installation services Never connect or disconnect quick couplings or other hydraulic components while the control lever of the auxiliary hydraulics control lever is locked on or if the system is pressurized Connecting or disconnecting the hydraulic couplings while the system is pressurized may lead to unintended movements of the attachment or ejection of high press...

Page 13: ... gloves and have some cloth at hand to keep the equipment clean Disconnecting hydraulic hoses Before disconnecting the fittings lower the attachment to safe position on solid and level surface Turn the control lever of the auxiliary hydraulics to its neutral position When uncoupling the attachment always disconnect the hydraulic couplings before unlocking the quick attach plate to prevent hose dam...

Page 14: ...osition If the load indicator of the loader if fitted signals lower the load calmly and retract the telescopic boom Avoid sudden changes in speed or direction whenever the load is lifted Use additional counterweights as needed Never use the loader or its attachments to lift persons or as any kind of work platform even temporarily Never climb on the attachment The sharp tines of the attacment and i...

Page 15: ... intended Do not allow children to operate the equipment Never operate the loader or attachments while under the influence of alcohol drugs medication that may impair judgement or cause drowsiness or if not otherwise medically fit to operate the equipment Remember correct working methods and avoid leaving the driver s seat unnecessarily 6 2 Operating the grapples The grapples are controlled with t...

Page 16: ...uctions how to operate the loader correctly from the operator s manual of the loader Filling a bucket by pushing towards a pile of heavy material and then trying to lift or tilt the bucket is not possible with any loader type The loading is most effective when only the tip of the bucket is pushed into the pile and then by simultaneous driving lifting and tilting the equipment material is cut into ...

Page 17: ...le the load that is being lifted 6 4 Material handling Use maximum load indicated in the diagram of the operator s manual of the loader as a guideline Remember that the actual load carrying capacity varies according to operating conditions especially unevenness of operating area has a great effect Be especially careful when the load sensor indicator is activated Also make sure that the ground surf...

Page 18: ...terrains and slopes Drive slowly especially on inclined uneven or slippery surfaces and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction Operate the controls of the loader with careful and smooth movements Watch out for ditches holes on the ground and other obstacles as hitting an obstacle may cause the loader to tip over Maximum lifting capacity can not be achieved on inclined terrain On horizontally t...

Page 19: ...ystem of the attachment or the loader Leaking hydraulic fluid may penetrate skin and cause serious injuries Seek medical attention immediately in case hydraulic fluid penetrates the skin Wash any part of body that has been in contact with hydraulic oil carefully with water and soap Hydraulic fluid is also harmful to the environment and any leak to the environment must be prevented Repair all leaks...

Page 20: ...he attachment regularly to prevent accumulation of dirt which is more difficult to remove You may use a pressure washer and a mild detergent Do not use strong solvents and do not spray directly at the hydraulic components or at the labels on the attachment Do not store the attachment directly against the ground place it on blocks of wood or on a pallet for example For longer storage periods touch ...

Page 21: ...y 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 it Damages caused by unusual operating conditions or ways of use negligence structural changes made without the consent of Avant Tecno Oy use of non original parts or lack of maintenance Consequence...

Page 22: ...vendt We hereby declare that the products listed below are in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive directive 2006 42 EC as amended The following harmonized standards have been applied Wir erklären hiermit dass die nachstehend aufgeführte Maschine konform ist mit den Bestimmungen der EG Maschinenrichtlinie EG Richtlinie 2006 42 EG mit Änderungen Die folgende harmonisierte Norme...

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