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QUICK ATTACH

BUCKET FORKS

Operation, Service

& Parts Manual For

1,200 to 22,000 lb. 

Capacity

November 1996 (Rev. 3-2009)

FORM:  QABuckfork.QXD

Summary of Contents for 12 UNIV

Page 1: ...QUICK ATTACH BUCKET FORKS Operation Service Parts Manual For 1 200 to 22 000 lb Capacity November 1996 Rev 3 2009 FORM QABuckfork QXD ...

Page 2: ...k Area 3 Operating Safety Procedures 4 7 Operation 8 Installation 9 10 Parts Breakdown 11 Date of Purchase _____________________________ Model Number _______________________________ Serial Number _______________________________ TABLE OF CONTENTS ...

Page 3: ... HURT BY TIPPING THE MACHINE LOSING THE LOAD KNOW YOUR SAFETY RULES Before operating fork equipped loader read your fork owner s manual Use extreme caution when operating ALWAYS KEEP LOAD CENTERED ON TINES AND MACHINE PROTECT YOURSELF Never roll back forks so that the load can fall on you or others BEFORE DISMOUNTING MACHINE PLACE FORKS ON GROUND Never leave machine with a raised load Always follo...

Page 4: ... to lift them Avoid loads of loose material if possible Check that loads are properly banded or strapped together If you will be placing loads at high elevations remember your depth perception is decreased because of distance Use a signal person near the point where the load is to be placed Know the rules for movement of people and forklifts on the worksite Slow down and sound your horn making sur...

Page 5: ... problem area When operating on docks ramps or floors check for weak spots Clear away trash and debris Pick up anything that could puncture a tire Watch for any condition that could cause Loss of Control A Collision Tipover Check overhead clearances Know the size of doorways and canopies Know exactly how much clearance you have under power lines and telephone lines IMPORTANT DO NOT approach power ...

Page 6: ...se operate the machine as if you were transporting a partial load Carry the load low always at the lowest possible bucket height recognizing the irregularities in the surface of the working area Keep your speed low enough so that you are in complete control at all times Operate your machine only from the operator s seat Sudden stops starts turns or changes in direction can cause the load to fall o...

Page 7: ...g Adjust the width between the forks to the widest setting allowed by the load Be certain that the load is secure DO NOT drag a load When carrying a suspended load avoid sudden starts stops and turns Use a tether to restrict the movement of a suspended load WARNING When carrying drums cylinders reels pipe or other round objects tilt forks back and use a tie down or tether if necessary to secure th...

Page 8: ...as low as possible while maneuvering the machine into position 3 DO NOT lift the load until the machine is as close as possible to the place where the load will go 4 DO NOT raise the load if the forks are tilted to one side or bent 5 If your machine is equipped with out riggers these should be lowered into position 6 Use a signal person if necessary to help you safely place the load 7 If there is ...

Page 9: ...ing the tines contact a solid object while turning NEVER let anyone near the pinch points of the machine including 1 The pivot point of an articulated machine 2 The loader lift arms 3 The loader bucket NEVER carry a rider NEVER use the bucket or forks as a man lift NEVER lift a load over the heads of other people Before you backup look to be sure everyone is clear of the machine Make sure your bac...

Page 10: ...capacity of the forks you are using Check the serial number plate which shows the capacity Remember the forks rated capacity is at the center point of the tine The tines can slide sideways to adjust the spread The maximum spread should be utilized whenever possible to provide maximum load stability However the tines must be centered on the axis of the machine to prevent any tendency of the machine...

Page 11: ...ross the top of the bucket within the length of the rod If there are only three brackets one must be located in the center Check with your customer as to the widest fork position they will require and weld on the 2 outside brackets accordingly Thus by placing the brackets as close together as possible you reduce the stress on the rod NOTE The tops of loader buckets vary greatly from manufacturer t...

Page 12: ...the forks extend more than 8 below the bucket it will be necessary to order new rod bushings to weld on the forks in a lower position 5 Complete the welding of the brackets to the bucket The weld should cover the full length and both sides of the bracket The side of the fillet weld should be 3 8 thick brackets 1 4 fillet weld 1 2 3 4 thick brackets 3 8 fillet weld 6 Install the rod locking collar ...

Page 13: ...r and quantity required MODEL NO OF LOAD NO OF FITS BUCKET NO TINES CAPACITY BRACKETS OPENING WEIGHT 12 UNIV 2 1 200 lbs 3 17 to 25 185 25 UNIV 2 2 500 lbs 3 24 to 32 255 40 UNIV 2 4 000 lbs 4 32 to 40 320 60 LB 2 6 000 lbs 4 32 to 40 410 60 UNIV 2 6 000 lbs 4 41 to 49 460 80 UNIV 2 8 000 lbs 4 46 to 54 720 110 UNIV 2 11 000 lbs 4 59 to 67 950 165 UNIV 3 16 500 lbs 6 59 to 67 1355 220 UNIV 4 22 50...

Page 14: ...terpreted to render us liable for injury or damages of any kind or nature direct consequential or contingent to person or property This warranty does not extend to loss of crops loss because of delay in harvesting or any other expenses for any other reasons Gearmore in no way warranties engines tires or other trade accessories since these items are warranted separately by these respective manufact...

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