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Extreme Duty Root Grapple 

 

Blue Diamond Attachments 

 

 

About this Manual 

This manual contains information about the usage and maintenance required for the equipment. This 
document must be available for review by the operator before using the attachment to ensure proper 
safety, maintenance, and usage.  

Hazard Notices Used in this Manual 

The following hazard notices are used in this document:  

NOTE 

– 

Notes are used to indicate important information.  This information may be repeated in 

other areas of the manual. 

CAUTION 

– 

Cautions are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, 

may result in damage to the equipment or other property. 

WARNING 

– 

Warnings are used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, could result in serious injury or death.

 

DANGER 

– 

Danger is used to indicate a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will 

result in serious injury or death.

 

Terminology 

Prime Mover:  

The root grapple can be attached to many different pieces of equipment; therefore 

the term “prime mover” will be used.  A prime mover is any equipment, tractor, or skid steer 
providing power to the attachment.  

Safety  

Safety Notices 

Before operating or conducting maintenance on this equipment, it is important to wear proper protection.  
Recommended safety equipment when operating and maintaining this equipment includes earplugs, eye 
protection, and a hard hat.   

NOTE:

 Additional safety equipment may be required depending on the operating environment and 

worksite conditions.   

Only qualified and trained personnel should operate, maintain, and service this attachment.  It is 
recommended that this equipment be inspected regularly for leaks, cracks, or other conditions that may 
impair proper usage of the equipment.  Verify that all repairs have been completed and inspected prior to 
using the attachment under load.    

It is the responsibility of the user to follow all local, state, and federal safety regulations.  Improper use of 
this equipment may result in personal injury, property damage, and/or damage to the equipment.  

Modifications to Equipment 

Any modifications made to this equipment may void any warranty and relieve the manufacturer of liability 
of any resulting injury or damage.  

Summary of Contents for Extreme Duty Root Grapple

Page 1: ...ation and Maintenance Manual To ensure warranty coverage please register your attachment at http www bluediamondattachments com warranty registration MAKE SURE TO REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE Visit www bluediamondattachments com to register Or see last page of manual ...

Page 2: ...8 376 7027 Notice This document is for informational purposes only and does not set forth any warranty expressed or implied concerning any equipment equipment feature or service offered or to be offered by Blue Diamond Blue Diamond reserves the right to make changes to this document at any time without notice and assumes no responsibility for its use This informational document describes features ...

Page 3: ...t Grapple Attachment 5 Root Grapples 5 Standard Root Grapple 5 Attaching the Root Grapple to the Prime Mover 6 Removing the Root Grapple from the Prime Mover 6 Operation and Maintenance 7 Equipment Inspection 7 Usage Guidelines 7 Inspection Checklist 7 Detailed Parts List 8 Root Grapple Specifications 9 Warning Decal Placement 10 Manufacturer s Warranty 11 One Year Limited Warranty 11 Warranty Cla...

Page 4: ...quipment therefore the term prime mover will be used A prime mover is any equipment tractor or skid steer providing power to the attachment Safety Safety Notices Before operating or conducting maintenance on this equipment it is important to wear proper protection Recommended safety equipment when operating and maintaining this equipment includes earplugs eye protection and a hard hat NOTE Additio...

Page 5: ...akes easy loading of logs brush rocks demolition debris and many other materials into the large bucket area It is ideal for separating dirt from rock lumber or building materials with ease The larger capacity means less loading and cost saving in both time and energy Hydraulic cylinders operate independently to adjust for uneven loads Enclosed cylinders and hoses come standard to minimize maintena...

Page 6: ...AUTION Hydraulics should operate in an even and smooth manner Hydraulic movement that is not even and smooth may indicate that air is in the hydraulic lines 7 Lower the attachment to ground level 8 Inspect that the attachment is mounted properly and securely If the attachment does not meet this requirement follow the instructions to remove the Root Grapple and re attach using the instructions abov...

Page 7: ... using the equipment Usage Guidelines Before each use do the following Perform daily maintenance as indicated in the Daily Maintenance Schedule Inspect the attachment by performing a walk around Use the root grapple for materials handling only DANGER Keep all body parts away from the root grapple when in use The upper tines may open or close unexpectedly causing serious bodily injury or death Insp...

Page 8: ...Extreme Duty Root Grapple Blue Diamond Attachments 8 Detailed Parts List Figure 2 Root Grapple Parts List ...

Page 9: ...5 5 8 2 10 3 8 Nut 3 8 Stover Lock Nut 3 8 16 10 11 RG Hose Cover 60 66 Hose Cover W Step OAL 12 206345 1 RG Hose Cover 72 78 84 Hose Cover W Step OAL 23 3 4 206350 1 12 RG Machine Hose 60 66 72 78 84 6 JIC Female 6 JIC 90 Elbow OAL 75 206360 2 13 90 Degree Elbow 60 66 72 78 84 6 JIC Male 1 2 NPT Female 90 Elbow 1 2 pipe X 3 8 JIC 206362 2 14 Male Coupler Flat face Male Quick Coupler 1 2 Female 22...

Page 10: ...ng Decal Warning Before Operating Read Manual 2 1 2 H x 3 1 2 L 1 02 RG Warning Decal Warning Wear Eye Protection Relieve Hydraulic Pressure 3 1 2 H x 3 1 2 L 1 03 RG Warning Decal Warning Pinch Point Stay Clear 2 1 2 H x 3 1 2 L 1 04 RG Warning Decal Warning Crush Hazard Stay Clear 3 1 2 H x 3 1 2 L 1 Table 4 Warning Stickers Warning Decal 01 Warning Decal 02 Warning Decal 03 Warning Decal 04 ...

Page 11: ...lity nor which has been subject to misuse negligence or accident beyond the Company recommended machine rated capacity Warranty Claim To submit a warranty claim a return authorization from BLUE DIAMOND ATTACHMENTS must be obtained The failed part may then be returned Tampering with the failed part may void the warranty This warranty does not include freight or delivery charges incurred when return...

Page 12: ...______________________ Attachment part __________________________ Attachment serial _________________________ Date purchased ____________________________ Name of dealer attachment was purchased from Comments ____________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________...

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