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1. rrc BY PALADIN OPERATOR S AND PARTS MANUAL LOG GRAPPLE SERIAL NUMBER Manual Number MR15533 Part Number LAF1142 MODEL NUMBER 800 456 7100 www paladinattachments com 503 Gay Street Delhi IA 52223 United States of America Copyright 11 5 13 11 5 13 MR15533 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFAG E M 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY STATEMENTS nu sen anna celica C a 4 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 6 EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS sees nennen nnn nun 7 8 DECALS DECAL PLACEMENT osa aN raaa 9 lle i t e ren denn na 10 INSTALLATION lt ae nn Re nn 11 OPERATION comicidad A AA nee 12 MAINTENANCE isa ad 13 qe Suicida AA A AA 14 BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION Sonoran A it 15 WARRANT Conrad iia AAA A AA AA 17 PARTS COG GRAPPLE nn ai 18 19 11 5 13 MR15533 11 5 13 MR15533 PREFACE GENERAL COMMENTS Congratulations on the purchase of your new attachment This product was carefully de signed and manufactured to give you many years of dependable service Only minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating is required to keep it in top working condition Be sure to ob serve all maintenance procedures and safety precautions in this2. They contain information you nee to know for both safety and product longevity 50 0737 RDL3103 40150 50 0724 IMPORTANT Keep all safety decals clean and legible Replace all missing illegible or dam aged safety decals When replacing parts with safety decals attached the safety decals must also be replaced Safety decals are available free of charge from your local dealer or Pala din REPLACING SAFETY DECALS Clean the area of application with nonflammable solvent then wash the same area with soap and water Allow the surface to fully dry Remove the backing from the safety decal exposing the adhesive surface Apply the safety decal to the position shown in the diagram above and smooth out any bubbles 11 5 13 MR15533 10 DECALS A WARNING To Prevent Serious Injury or Death Avoid unsafe operation or maintenance Do not operate or work on this machine without reading and understanding the operator s manual If manual is lost contact your nearest dealer for a new manual 401 PART 40150 WARNING READ MANUAL PINCH POINT HAZARD Keep clear PART 50 0737 WARNING PINCH POINT AWARNING Crush hazard Keep clear PART RDL3125 WARNING CRUSH HAZARD RDL3125 MR15533 HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD Relieve pressure before disconnecting lines DO NOT use hands to check for leaks Consult physician immediatly if skin penetrat
3. forks under area which will balance the load Close grapple LIFTING WARNING Falling debris may result in death or serious injury Do not lift any load that Y cannot be safely secured by the grapple WARNING Do not lift any load while bystanders are near keep other people away 6 while operating equipment e Be sure you are on solid ground Always lift load slightly to be sure load is secure If the load appears to be unstable lower forks open grapple and reposition forks to achieve best stability TRANSPORTING e Always make sure that the load is well balanced and secure before transporting e Be aware of and avoid any obstacles bumps or holes in your intended path Keep load close to the ground Do not make sharp turns e Slow down before making any turn e Accelerate and brake gradually e Check the load frequently to be sure it remains stable and balanced 11 5 13 12 MR15533 MAINTENANCE GENERAL INFORMATION Regular maintenance is the key to long equipment life and safe operation Maintenance re quirements have been kept to an absolute minimum However it is very important that these maintenance functions be performed as described in this section Procedure Daily Every 10 Hours Check all bolts and nuts for tightness ivi Replace any missing bolts or nuts with approved replacement parts ees below aaa ee NN repair as necessary ner peu ES WARNING Escaping fluid under press
4. leased or rented or iii the date that is six 6 months after the date of shipment by Paladin Light Construction as evidenced by the invoiced shipment date the Commencement Date and ends on the date that is twelve 12 months after the Commencement Date 3 Terms and Conditions of Limited Warranty The following terms and conditions apply to the Limited Warranty hereby provided a Option to Repair or Replace Paladin Light Construction shall have the option to repair or replace the product b Timely Repair and Notice In order to obtain the Limited Warranty i the product must be repaired within thirty 30 days from the date of failure and ii a claim under the warranty must be submitted to Paladin Light Construction in writing within thirty 30 days from the date of repair c Return of Defective Part or Product If requested by Paladin Light Construction the alleged defective part or product shall be shipped to Paladin Light Construction at its manufacturing facility or other location specified by Paladin Light Construction with freight PRE PAID by the claimant to allow Paladin Light Construction to inspect the part or product Claims that fail to comply with any of the above terms and conditions shall be denied LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ANY W
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6. ARRANTY BASED ON A COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE IN NO EVENT SHALL PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES IN NO EVENT SHALL PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR CLAIM IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR AT THE OPTION OF PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PARTICULAR PRODUCT ON WHICH ANY CLAIM OF LOSS OR DAMAGE IS BASED THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER THE CLAIM IS BASED ON BREACH OF CONTRACT BREACH OF WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER CAUSE AND WHETHER THE ALLEGED DEFECT IS DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT Attachment Technologies Inc a subsidiary of Paladin Brands Holding Inc PBHI is referred to herein as Paladin Light Construction February 10 2010 LOG GRAPPLE PARTS ILLUSTRATION 11 5 13 18 MR15533 LOG GRAPPLE PARTS LIST ITEM LAF1142 DESCRIPTION 6 2 wo Head Cap Soren 2 8 rear Trade Lock Torque NUL 9 2 wo Grade Hex Head Seren 5x2 10 8 eee Grease Zerk 25 28 tpi Self tap 6 Bulkhead Jam Nut 56 18 Hose 38 x 32 6FJX 6FJX Hose 38 x 22 6FJX 6FJX 17 LAF4606 Hydraulic Cylinder 2 x 1 25 x 8 4000 psi Cylinder Seal Kit LAF4617 11 5 13 MR15533 29 MR15533
7. Overall Grapple Overall Tine Usable Shipping Number Height Open Depth Length Tooth Weight LAF1142 37 85 790 lbs All replacement hydraulic hoses and fittings must have a minimum rated working pressure of 4 000 psi 11 5 13 14 MR15533 BOLT TORQUE BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLES Use the following charts when determining bolt torque specifications when special torques are not given Always use grade 5 or better when replacing bolts SAE BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS NOTE The following torque values are for use with extreme pressure lubricants plating or hard washer applications Increase torque 15 when using hardware that is unplated and either dry or lubricated with engine oil RAD OROU 5 Bolt head identification marks as per grade meer SES BURN Feet Newton Meters Pounds Feet Newt eters NOTE Manufacturing Marks Will Vary GRADE 2 GRADE 5 GRADE 8 METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS NOTE The following torque values are for use with metric hard ware that is unplated and either dry or lubricated with engine oil Reduce torque 15 when using hardware that has extreme pressure lubricants plating or hard washer applications SizeofBolt Grade No Pitch mm Pounds Feet Newton Meters Pitch mm Pounds Feet 25 7 36 6 29 8 42 46 1 54 2 47 4 63 7 51 5 62 3 54 2 70 5 8 8 s 69 1 79 9 75 9 92 1 77 2 89 4 84 101 6 8 8 109 8 126 122 143 6 130 1 147 7 145 1
8. THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY CAUTION THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE MINOR INJURY COULD RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY NOTICE NOTICE INDICATES A PROPERTY DAMAGE MESSAGE WARNING GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ MANUAL PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Improper installation operation or maintenance of this equipment could result in serious injury or death Operators and maintenance personnel should read this manual as well as all manuals related to this equipment and the prime mover thoroughly before beginning installation operation or maintenance FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND THE PRIME MOVER S MANUAL S READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY STATEMENTS Read all safety decals and safety statements in all manuals prior to operating or working on this equipment Know and obey all OSHA regulations local laws and other professional guidelines for your operation Know and follow good work practices when assembling maintaining repairing mounting removing or operating this equipment KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT Know your equipment s capabilities dimensions and operations before operating Visually inspect your equipment before you start and never operate equipment that is not in proper working order with all safety devices intact Check all hardware to ensure it is tight Make certain that all locking pins lat
9. XPOSURE TO RESPIRABLE CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST ALONG WITH OTHER HAZARDOUS DUSTS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS OR FATAL RESPIRATORY DISEASE It is recommended to use dust suppression dust collection and if necessary personal protective equipment during the operation of any attachment that may cause high levels of dust REMOVE PAINT BEFORE WELDING OR HEATING Hazardous fumes dust can be generated when paint is heated by welding soldering or using a torch Do all work outside or in a well ventilated area and dispose of paint and solvent properly Remove paint before welding or heating When sanding or grinding paint avoid breathing the dust Wear an approved respirator If you use solvent or paint stripper remove stripper with soap and water before welding Remove solvent or paint stripper containers and other flammable material from area Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before welding or heating END OF LIFE DISPOSAL At the completion of the useful life of the unit drain all fluids and dismantle by separating the different materials rubber steel plastic etc Follow all federal state and local regulations for recycling and disposal of the fluid and components baiss did THE ATTACHMENT Do not exceed the lifting capacity of your prime mover Operate only from the operator s station use the log grapple to lift round bales Grapples move quickly Do not stand near or place extremities near or between grapple and im
10. ches and connection devices are properly installed and secured Remove and replace any damaged fatigued or excessively worn parts Make certain all safety decals are in place and are legible Keep decals clean and replace them if they become worn and hard to read 11 5 13 MR15533 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS Always wear proper safety glasses goggles or a face shield when driving pins in or out or when any operation causes dust flying debris or any other hazardous material WARNING LOWER OR SUPPORT RAISED EQUIPMENT Do not work under raised booms without supporting them Do not use support A material made of concrete blocks logs buckets barrels or any other material that could suddenly collapse or shift positions Make sure support material is solid not decayed warped twisted or tapered Lower booms to ground level or onto blocks Lower booms and attachments to the ground before leaving the cab or operator s station WARNING USE CARE WITH HYDRAULIC FLUID PRESSURE Hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury or death Hydraulic leaks under pressure may not be visible Before connecting or disconnecting hydraulic hoses read your prime movers operator s manual for detailed instructions on connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses or fittings e Keep unprotected body parts such as face eyes and arms as far away as possible from a suspected leak F
11. ctors 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 Do not smoke when refueling the prime mover Allow room in the fuel tank for expansion Wipe up any spilled fuel Secure cap tightly when done pron is THE ATTACHMENT Before performing maintenance lower the attachment to the ground turn off the engine remove the key and apply the brakes e Never perform any work on the attachment unless you are authorized and quali fied to do so Always read the operator service manual s before any repair is made After completing maintenance or repair check for correct functioning of the attachment If not functioning properly always tag DO NOT OPERATE until all problems are corrected e Worn damaged or illegible safety decals must be replaced New safety decals can be ordered from FFC free of charge e Never make hydraulic repairs while the system is under pressure Serious per sonal injury or death could result e Never work under a raised attachment 11 5 13 MR15533 DECALS The diagram on this page shows the location of the decals used of the FFC Log Grapple The decals are identified by their part numbers with reductions of the actual decals located on the following page Use this information to order replacements for lost or damaged decals Be sure to read all decals before operating the attachment
12. ion occurs 50 0724 A PART 50 0724 WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID WARNING Falling load may result in death or serious injury Do not operate without safety guard or grapple secured in place PART RDL3103 WARNING FALLING LOAD SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Make sure everyone is clear before operating the machine Lower attachment shut off motor and set parking brake before leaving the machine Relieve pressure and disconnect hydraulic lines before servicing PART RDL3139 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 11 5 13 INSTALLATION INSTALLATION Your Log Grapple was shipped complete with the appropriate mounting for your specific unit The hydraulic hoses and couplers are included for skid steer loader applications only HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS On all applications other than skid steer loaders two hydraulic hoses are required to go from the auxiliary hydraulics on your prime mover to the T fitting on the Log Grapple These hoses require a 6 Female JIC fitting on one end while the other end will need to fit up to the auxiliary hydraulics on your prime mover Make certain these hoses are long enough to ex tend without stretching from the auxiliary hydraulics to the cylinder while loader arms are at maximum height and at full dump position Install the attachment by following your prime mover operator s manual for installing an attachment WARNING To Avoid Serious Personal Injury make sure the attachment
13. is securely latched to the attachment mechanism of your unit Failure to do so could result in separation of the attachment from the unit Connect the hydraulic quick couplers to the auxiliary hydraulics and route the hoses in such a fashion as to prevent chafing and pinching Start engine and slowly cycle the cylinders several times to purge system of air and check for proper hydraulic connection hose routing and hose length Check the attachment for proper assembly installation and hydraulic leaks DETACHING On firm level ground close the grapple and lower the attachment until it is level and ap proximately 2 off the ground Turn off the engine Move the control levers back and forth to relieve pressure in line Disconnect couplers NOTE Connect couplers together or install caps to prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system Follow your power unit operator s manual for detaching removing an attachment NOTE Frequent lubrication of grease fittings at the pivot pins locations with a multi purpose grease will greatly increase life of the product 11 5 13 MR15533 OPERATION POSITIONING Be aware of how the load s weight is distributed For well balanced loads Position forks so that the load is centered on the forks Close grapple For unbalanced loads Position forks so that the heavy side of the load is toward the Log Grapple s main frame closest to the machine Close grapple For wide loads Position
14. lesh injected with hydraulic fluid may develop gangrene or other permanent disabilities Ifinjured by injected fluid see a doctor at once If your doctor is not familiar with this type of injury ask him to research immediately to determine proper treatment e Wear safety glasses protective clothing and use a sound piece of cardboard or wood when searching for hydraulic leaks DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS SEE ILLUSTRATION CARDBOARD HYDRAULIC HOSE OR FITTING MAGNIFYING GLASS 11 5 13 MR15533 WARNING WARNING WARNING WARNING GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DO NOT MODIFY MACHINE OR ATTACHMENTS Modifications may weaken the integrity of the attachment and may impair the function safety life and performance of the attachment When making repairs use only the manufacturer s genuine parts following authorized instructions Other parts may be substandard in fit and quality Never modify any ROPS Roll Over Protection Structure or FOPS Falling Object Protective Structure equipment or device Any modifications must be authorized in writing by the manufacturer SAFELY MAINTAIN AND REPAIR EQUIPMENT Do not wear loose clothing or any accessories that can catch in moving parts If you have long hair cover or secure it so that it does not become entangled in the equipment Work on a level surface in a well lit area Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools Use the correct t
15. manual and on any safety decals located on the product and on any equipment on which the attachment is mounted This manual has been designed to help you do a better safer job Read this manual care fully and become familiar with its contents WARNING Never let anyone operate this unit without reading the Safety Precautions and Operating Instructions sections of this manual Always choose hard level ground to park the vehicle on and set the brake so the unit cannot roll Unless noted otherwise right and left sides are determined from the operator s control posi tion when facing the attachment NOTE The illustrations and data used in this manual were current according to the infor mation available to us at the time of printing however we reserve the right to redesign and change the attachment as may be necessary without notification BEFORE OPERATION The primary responsibility for safety with this equipment falls to the operator Make sure the equipment is operated only by trained individuals that have read and understand this manual If there is any portion of this manual or function you do not understand contact your local authorized dealer or the manufacturer to obtain further assistance Keep this manual available for reference Provide the manual to any new owners and or operators SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This is the Safety Alert Symbol used by this industry This symbol is used to warn A of possible injury Be sure t
16. o read all warnings carefully They are included for your safety and for the safety of others working with you SERVICE Use only manufacturer replacement parts Substitute parts may not meet the required stan dards Record the model and serial number of your unit on the cover of this manual The parts department needs this information to insure that you receive the correct parts SOUND AND VIBRATION Sound pressure levels and vibration data for this attachment are influenced by many different param eters some items are listed below not inclusive prime mover type age condition with or without cab enclosure and configuration operator training behavior stress level job site organization working material condition environment Based on the uncertainty of the prime mover operator and job site it is not possible to get precise ma chine and operator sound pressure levels or vibration levels for this attachment NOTE Alist of all Paladin Patents can be found at http www paladinattachments com patents asp 11 5 13 MR15533 SAFETY STATEMENTS THIS SYMBOL BY ITSELF OR WITH A WARNING WORD THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL IS USED TO CALL YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH A DANGER THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH WILL RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY A WARNING
17. ool for the job at hand Make sure they are in good condition for the task required e Wear the protective equipment specified by the tool manufacturer SAFELY OPERATE EQUIPMENT Do not operate equipment until you are completely trained by a qualified operator in how to use the controls know its capabilities dimensions and all safety requirements See your machine s manual for these instructions Keep all step plates grab bars pedals and controls free of dirt grease debris and oil Never allow anyone to be around the equipment when it is operating Do not allow riders on the attachment or the prime mover Do not operate the equipment from anywhere other than the correct operators position e Never leave equipment unattended with the engine running or with this attachment in a raised position Do not alter or remove any safety feature from the prime mover or this attachment e 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 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 11 5 13 MR15533 WARNING WARNING WARNING PN 11 5 13 EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS E
18. plement When operating on slopes drive up and down not across Avoid steep hillside operation which could cause the prime mover to overturn Reduce speed when driving over rough terrain on a slope or turning to avoid overturning the vehicle An operator must not use drugs or alcohol which can change his or her alert ness or coordination An operator taking prescription or over the counter drugs should seek medical advice on whether or not he or she can safely operate equipment e Never heap load heavy material where the combined weight of the attachment and material could exceed the rated lifting capacity of the prime mover Besure the load does not stick out too far in front of the attachment A light load sticking out too far can have the same tipping effect as a heavy load carried in close Never lift move or swing loads over anyone the load slightly and make sure that the load is secure If the load appears to be unstable lower the load open the grapple and reposition the load to attain full stability Before exiting the prime mover lower the attachment to the ground turn off the prime mover s engine remove the key and apply the brakes MR15533 r EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS App THE ATTACHMENT Travel only with the attachment in a safe transport position to prevent uncon trolled movement Drive slowly over rough ground and on slopes When driving on public roads use safety lights refle
19. ure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious personal injury Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to search for suspected leaks Keep unprotected body parts such as face eyes and arms as far away as possible from a suspected leak Flesh injected with hydraulic fluid may develop gangrene or other permanent disabilities If injured by injected fluid see a doctor at once If your doctor is not familiar with this type of injury ask him or her to research it immediately to determine proper treatment CARDBOARD HYDRAULIC HOSE OR FITTINE IMPORTANT When replacing parts use only factory approved replacement parts Manufacturer will not accept responsibility for use of unapproved parts or accessories and damages that result from their use 11 5 13 MR15533 gt PRIME MOVER LOADER SPECIFICATIONS IMPORTANT Exceeding any of the maximum recommended prime mover loader specifications CAN result in damage to this product and WILL void all FFC warranties DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS Lift Capacity of Prime Mover s Loader 6 400 Ibs maximum Hydraulic Pressure Output 4 000 psi maximum Rear Ballast As required to maintain full prime mover stability Note the shipping weight of your model then see the operator s manual s for your prime mover and loader and quick attach for ballasting needs ATTACHMENT SPECIFICATIONS Model
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