Dromone Multi– Lock Quick Coupler
QMS 22
Dromone Multi– Lock Quick Coupler
Author:EOD
REV: D - JAN2012
7
Approved:MS
LOCATION CONVENIENT TO THE
OPERATOR & THAT THIS MANUAL
IS AVAILBLE IN THE MACHINE CAB.
14. Lifting eye can only be used with the
machine if there is a hose burst check
valve on the boom. It is the responsibility
of the fitter to disable the lifting eye, if
the safety check valves are not incorpo-
rated
If the coupler is fitted with a lift eye,
please inspect daily before use for wear,
cracks and fatigue. If damaged do not
use.
Always use approved lifting shackle and
chains in conjunction with the lift eye.
Check the SWL (Safe Working Load) that
is stamped on the coupler and ensure
the lifting equipment is compatible.
Always check the excavator manual for
the machine SWL as this determines the
lifting capacity of the machine. This SWL
should never be exceeded under any
circumstance.
Always remove the attachment on the
coupler prior to using the lift eye.
No other part of the coupler may be used
for lifting other than the lift eye.
The lift eye on the coupler has been
tested and stamped by Dromone, this
test is valid for 12 months from first date
of purchase, there after it is the responsi-
bility of the machine owner to insure the
lift eye remains compliant to each coun-
tries national standard.
15. The quick hitch should only be fitted
to the machine referred to on the Serial
number plate or the declaration of incor-
poration. Should the model on the badge
be different on the badge, permission
should be sought from Dromone engi-
neering before commencing fit-up.
18. The working range of the machine
can change with the incorporation of a
quick hitch. This includes the following:
•
The bucket is more liable to inter-
fere with the dipper arm and possi-
bly the cab in which can lead to in-
jury or death (
Figure 2
).
16. Sequence of Operation of the
Dromone ‘Multi Lock’ Automatic Cou-
pler:
Opening:
•
Rear Lock Hydraulically Opens
•
Latching Hook Retract Hydraulically.
•
Front Locking Mechanism Mechani-
cally Opens.
17. The operating instructions contained
in this manual are a guideline for use with
the Dromone Control Box. Please contact
you plant department or training depart-
ment if another system has been imple-
mented at installation. A copy of this may
be found in the appendix at the end of the
manual. Please contact your plant or
training department for a copy of this in-
Fig 2.
Possible interference
