Komatsu Utility F50003, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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FRONT EQUIPMENT QUICK COUPLING DEVICES
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6.2 FRONT EQUIPMENT QUICK
COUPLING DEVICES
WARNING
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The coupling and uncoupling operations must be per-
formed on a firm and level surface.
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The method described is valid for all the front equip-
ment whose operation does not require the use of pres-
surized oil.
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Before starting work, make sure that the coupling pins
are completely engaged in the seats provided on the
equipment.
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Avoid using your fingers to align the holes, since they
may be cut off in case of sudden or uncontrolled move-
ments.
6.2.1 MANUAL QUICK COUPLING
1 - Turn the lever (1) clockwise (release position) to withdraw
the coupling pins completely.
2 - Start the machine and position the equipment carrier (2)
perpendicular to the equipment to be installed.
3 - Using the bucket control lever (3), position the fixed rod
(4) of the equipment carrier under the upper seats (5) on
the bucket (6).
4 - Lift the arm (7) and engage the fixed rod (4) in the upper
seats (5): lift the bucket slightly.
5 - Turn the lever (1) completely counterclockwise to engage
the coupling pins, then fix the bucket (6) on the equipment
carrier (2).
6 - Lock the lever (1) wit the safety hook (8).
7 - Lubricate the unit (see "4.5.3 LUBRICATION DIAGRAM
(front bucket quick couplings)").
NOTE
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Before moving the machine, make sure that the coupling
pins are perfectly engaged in the seats on the bucket.
RWAA9220
1
RKAB4570
1
8
RKAB4550
6
7
4
5
5
2
RKAB4560
6
7
4
RKAB4580
3