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Use of non approved work tools on Telehandler machines could result in injury or death. Before installing a work tool on this machine, ensure that it is approved by AVSpare and that a AVSpare load chart covering its use is installed in the machine's cab. |
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When certain work tools are fitted, the work tools can contact the front tires or the front fenders. This situation can occur when the boom is retracted and the work tool is rotated fully forward. Always check for interference when first operating a new work tool. |
Travel with the work tool lowered as far as possible with adequate ground clearance. Travel with the boom fully retracted so that you have good visibility and so that the machine has good stability.
Maintain traction by avoiding excessive downward pressure on the work tool.
When the machine is operating on a slope, position the heaviest end of the machine uphill.
Make sure that the work tool that is being used is appropriate for the work that is being performed. Exceeding the machine limits will reduce the service life of the machine. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "AVSpare Approved Work Tools" for additional information.
Installation and Removal of Work Tool
All work tools that are used on these machines can be installed and removed by using the procedures that are described in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Quick Coupler (Hydraulic)" topic.
All work tools that require hydraulic power to actuate can be connected to the hydraulic system of the machine by using the procedures that are described in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Auxiliary Hydraulic Connections" topic.
When you attach work tools that require hydraulic connections, extend the boom by approximately
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| Illustration 1 | g00727432 |
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Typical Carriage and Forks | |
All AVSpare approved carriages that are used on these machines can be installed directly to the quick coupler. All pallet forks can be installed on all carriages.
All carriages are designed with backrests to support the load. Wide versions should be used for additional support when large loads are handled.
Rotating carriages are powered by the hydraulic system of the machine. The carriages can be angled up to 12 degrees to the left or right in applications when loads are placed on uneven ground or when loads are raised from uneven ground.
Use a bucket that is suitable for the job.
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| Illustration 2 | g00727431 |
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Typical Light Material Bucket | |
Light material buckets have a large capacity. Light material buckets are intended for use with materials that have a low density such as grain.
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| Illustration 3 | g00727434 |
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Typical General Purpose Bucket | |
Buckets that are used in heavy applications are equipped with a cutting edge. General purpose buckets are used for digging and material handling. Typical materials would be earth, sand, cement and aggregates.
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| Illustration 4 | g00727435 |
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Typical Multipurpose Bucket | |
Multipurpose buckets can be equipped with a cutting edge or digging teeth. Multipurpose buckets are equipped with hydraulic cylinders that must be connected to the machine hydraulic system. The jaws of the bucket grip the load. These buckets are intended for use when sites are being stripped.
For the best operator visibility, travel with the bucket close to the ground.
Ensure that the bucket that is installed is appropriate for the intended task. Install the correct wear plate and the correct cutting edge.
When a bucket is used for dozing a site or for clearing a site, keep the bottom face parallel to the ground. This will avoid damage to the leading edge of the bucket. Maintain traction for the machine by avoiding excessive down force on the bucket.
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| Illustration 5 | g00727437 |
On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (1) on the joystick control in order to open the grapple. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the right side of switch (3) in order to open the grapple. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (2) on the joystick control in order to close the grapple. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the left side of switch (3) in order to close the grapple. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Joystick Control" for full information.
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| Illustration 6 | g00727439 |
A boom extension is intended to be used in applications when additional reach or height is required in order to place light loads such as supports for roofs.
Ensure that the correct load chart is referenced and that the capacities are not exceeded.
Use only approved lifting equipment with a current certificate of serviceability when you attach a load to a boom extension. Short slings will prevent excessive load swing.
Note: Changes in Local Regulations prohibit the use of certain boom extensions in Australia and New Zealand. See the list of approved work tools in Operation and Maintenance Manual, March 2009, "AVSpare Approved Work Tools".
Before you raise the load, position the lifting point on the boom extension directly above the lifting point on the load. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the load to swing when the load is lifted. Personal injury or damage to surrounding structures and materials could result.
Extremely cold temperatures could cause a load to be frozen to the ground. Free the load before attempting to raise the load. Failure to comply could affect the stability of the machine when a lift is attempted.
Use tag lines to assist in the control of loads that require accurate placement.
When a load is lifted and the boom is extended and raised, the boom will deflect under the load. This has the effect of moving the load away from the machine as the load is raised. Make an allowance for this deflection.
Maneuver the load into position by operating the boom functions. Using the quick coupler to position the load is not recommended with the boom extension.
The operator must remain at the controls of the machine when a load is suspended from the boom extension.
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| Illustration 7 | g00727441 |
Before you raise the load, position the lifting point on the lifting hook directly above the lifting point on the load. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the load to swing when the load is lifted. Personal injury or damage to surrounding structures and materials could result.
Note: Changes in Local Regulations prohibit the use of certain lifting groups in Australia and New Zealand. See the list of approved work tools in Operation and Maintenance Manual, March 2009, "AVSpare Approved Work Tools".
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| Illustration 8 | g00727442 |
Position the machine square to the hopper. Extend and lower the boom. The forks must enter the pockets of the hopper cleanly. The forks must be fully engaged with the pockets of the hopper.
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| Illustration 9 | g00727643 |
When the forks are fully engaged, a spring-loaded bar will lock each fork in position. Establish that the forks are securely locked in place before you raise the hopper.
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| Illustration 10 | g00727660 |
Before the hopper is raised, ensure that the latch for the trip lever is securely engaged.
Raise the hopper. Tilt the quick coupler slightly backward in order to better secure the hopper. Travel with the boom fully retracted so that you have good visibility and so that the machine has good stability.
Travel the machine to the work area. Stop the machine and apply the parking brake. Lower the hopper.
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| Illustration 11 | g00727665 |
Pull down on the release lever.
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| Illustration 12 | g00727676 |
The hopper will tilt forward and the load will be discharged.
To remove the hopper, lower the hopper to the ground. The spring-loaded bar that secures the forks in place will automatically disengage when the hopper is placed on the ground. Withdraw the forks from the pockets by retracting the boom.
Utility Fork with Grapple and Ejector
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| Illustration 13 | g00727436 |
The forks are used to tear out material from a pile.
The fork and the grapple has the same function as the fork. The grapple is used for increased load retention.
The ejector dumps the load more efficiently.
When you load a fork, the boom must be fully retracted.
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| Illustration 14 | g00727437 |
Raise the forks in order to clear the ground. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (1) on the joystick control in order to open the grapple. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the right side of switch (3) in order to open the grapple. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Joystick Control" for full information.
Approach the load with the grapple in the fully open position. Drive the forks into the load to the desired position and close the grapple over the load. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (2) on the joystick control in order to close the grapple over the load. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the left side of switch (3) in order to close the grapple over the load. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Joystick Control" for full information.
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| Illustration 15 | g00727437 |
Position the load over the intended dump area. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (1) on the joystick control in order to open the grapple. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the right side of switch (3) in order to open the grapple.
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| Illustration 16 | g00728809 |
Eject the load by operating the ejector. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (1) on the joystick control in order to operate the ejector. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the right side of switch (3) in order to operate the ejector.
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| Illustration 17 | g00728810 |
When the load has been ejected, retract the ejector. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (2) on the joystick control in order to retract the ejector. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the left side of switch (3) in order to retract the ejector.
The ejector will only operate when the grapple is fully open. The grapple will only close when the ejector is fully retracted.
When the work tool is not active, position the fork so that personnel cannot contact the fork tines.
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| Illustration 18 | g00727444 |
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| Illustration 19 | g00727437 |
On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (1) on the joystick control in order to open the prongs. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the right side of switch (3) in order to open the prongs. On machines that have the type A control arrangement, press and hold switch (2) on the joystick control in order to close the prongs. On machines that have the type B control arrangement, press and hold the left side of switch (3) in order to close the prongs. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Joystick Control" for full information.
When the work tool is not active, position the bale handler so that personnel cannot contact the prongs.