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Section 7: Troubleshooting 

Table of Contents

6/21/19

AP-PFL4548, AP-PFL5548, & AP-PFL5560 Plate Mounted Pallet Forks 319-038MK

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Troubleshooting Chart

Problem

Cause

Solution

Cannot lift pallet

Pallet load is too heavy.

Reduce load on pallet.

Insufficient power to lift load.

Switch to a skid steer or tractor that is 
rated for more lift capacity.

Forks are shifting sideways 
on carrying bars

Locking pin handle is not engaged in 
locking groove.

Position locking pins over locking grooves 
on carrying bar and rotate locking handle 
down to engage locking pin.

Forks are bending or breaking

The load’s center of gravity is more than 
24" away from vertical face of forks.

Reposition load on pallet so that center of 
gravity is closer to the vertical faces.

Pallet load is too heavy.

Reduce load on Pallet.

Prying objects out of the ground.

Never use forks to pry objects.

Pallet load is shifting

Load is not properly secured on pallet.

Secure load to pallet.

Load is not properly centered on pallet.

Center load on pallet.

Load is being carried too high.

Recommended carrying height is 2" to 4" 
above the floor.

Forks are too close to each other.

Adjust forks an equal distance away from 
the center and as far apart as the pallets 
will allow.

Traveling with forks level or tilted down at 
the front.

Rotate forks back so that the ends at the 
front are slightly higher than at the back.

Traveling too fast.

Reduce speed to a safe non-bouncing 
speed.

Traveling sideways to an incline.

Travel straight up and down inclines. 

Traveling forward while going down an 
incline with a slop in excess of 10 percent.

Back down steep inclines.

One fork is bent.

Replace bent fork.

Pallet fork hitch plate is not properly 
attached to loader hitch.

Reattach pallet fork hitch plate to loader 
hitch. Always make certain hitch is 
properly attached before lifting a load.

Section 7: Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for AP-PFL4548

Page 1: ...ch Language please see your Kubota dealer Read the Operator s Manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Plate Mounted Pallet Forks AP PFL4548 AP PFL5548 AP PFL5560 319 038MK Operator s Manual Printed 6 21 19 37726 ...

Page 2: ...originally ordered the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements provided in the Specifications Capacities Section of this manual with the Option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operatio...

Page 3: ...orks 319 038MK Table of Contents Important Safety Information 1 Safety at All Times 1 Look for the Safety Alert Symbol 1 Safety Labels 6 Introduction 8 Application 8 Using This Manual 8 Terminology 8 Definitions 8 Owner Assistance 8 Serial Number 8 Section 1 Assembly Set Up 9 Fork Installation 9 Step Relocation 9 Skid Steer Tractor Hook Up 10 Hook Up to Skid Steer Hitch Plate 10 Section 2 Adjustme...

Page 4: ...p on your smart phone open the App point your phone on the QR code and take a picture Dealer QR Locator The QR code on the left will link you to available dealers for Kubota products Refer to Parts Manual QR Locator on this page for detailed instructions Table of Contents 6 21 19 AP PFL4548 AP PFL5548 AP PFL5560 Plate Mounted Pallet Forks 319 038MK See previous page for Table of contents ...

Page 5: ...d secure attachment against falling with support blocks Look for the Safety Alert Symbol The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be taken When you see this symbol be alert and carefully read the message that follows it In addition to design and configuration of equipment hazard control and accident prevention are de...

Page 6: ...equipment It can settle suddenly leak down or be lowered accidentally If it is necessary to work under the equipment securely support it with stands or suitable blocking beforehand Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools Use correct tools and equipment for the job that are in good condition Allow equipment to cool before working on it Disconnect battery ground cable before servicing or ...

Page 7: ... suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs Operating equipment safely requires the operator s full attention Avoid wearing headphones while operating equipment Keep Riders Off Machinery Never carry riders on the power machine or attachment Riders obstruct operator s view and interfere with the control of the power machine Riders can be struck by objects or thrown from the equipment ...

Page 8: ...ilica can produce dust containing crystalline silica particles This dust can cause serious injury to the lungs silicosis There are guidelines which should be followed if crystalline silica quartz is present in the dust Be aware of and follow OSHA or other local State or Federal guidelines for exposure to airborne crystalline silica Know the work operations where exposure to crystalline silica may ...

Page 9: ...Important Safety Information 6 21 19 5 This page left blank intentionally ...

Page 10: ...nearest dealer visit our dealer locator at www landpride com 3 Some new equipment installed during repair requires safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as specified by Kubota When ordering new components make sure the correct safety labels are included in the request 4 Refer to this section for proper label placement To install new labels a Clean surface area where label is to be ...

Page 11: ...formation Table of Contents 6 21 19 AP PFL4548 AP PFL5548 AP PFL5560 Plate Mounted Pallet Forks 319 038MK 7 37728 37728 838 293C Warning To Prevent Serious Injury or Death 858 971C Warning To Avoid Serious Injury or Death ...

Page 12: ...on The Kubota PFL4548 PFL5548 and PFL5560 pallet forks have uses and applications in farming ranching construction sites nurseries campuses theme parks salvage operations warehouses lumber yards and large or small retail outlets They have the capability of quickly and conveniently turning your skid steer loader or tractor loader into a forklift to expand your material handling capability They are ...

Page 13: ...shing on the fork near carrying bars 3 4 until locking pin 1 is positioned over one of the pin notches 4 Lower locking pin handle 1 to seat pin in the selected notch Make sure locking pin is seated and retaining hooks A B are secured behind the carrying bars 5 Repeat steps 1 4 for the second fork but slide the second fork to the left Step Relocation Refer to Figure 1 1 The pallet fork is shipped f...

Page 14: ...ous injury or death Check hitch fit up frequently An improper fit up can cause the attachment to come loose from the loader hitch plate and fall Always shut power machine down following the Shutdown Procedure provided in this manual before leaving the operator s seat Refer to Skid Steer Shutdown Procedure on page 13 1 If needed pull locking handles up on loader hitch until locking pins are fully r...

Page 15: ...locking pin 1A directly over one of the five notches in the upper carrying bar 6 Lower locking handle 1A to seat locking pin in the selected notch Check locking pin to be sure it has seated Check retaining hooks to be sure they are secured behind upper and lower carrying bars 7 Repeat steps 1 to 6 for fork 2 Make sure both forks are an equal number of notches away from the middle of the upper carr...

Page 16: ...t your power machine s manual for operating capacity lifting capacity and operating specifications Exceeding rated capacities and specifications can result in a roll over or other serious hazard Do not abuse equipment Incorrect use of the attachment can damage equipment structurally and cause serious injury or death Section 3 Operating Procedures Operating Checklist Hazard control and accident pre...

Page 17: ...ty precautions when transporting a load Not using safe transporting methods can damage the equipment and cause serious injury or death Lightweight power machines may need weight added to the rear to maintain steering control and prevent forward tipping or side tipping caused by a heavy front load Consult your power machine Operator s Manual to determine proper weight requirements and maximum weigh...

Page 18: ...ve the right of way 2 Keep load tilted back slightly 3 Keep forks low two to four inches above the floor when possible 4 Continually scan all sides for pedestrians or other traffic 5 If load is large and blocks your view travel in reverse 6 Always drive at a safe speed and slow down when going around corners Avoid sudden braking 7 Leave enough clearance when turning to keep pallet forks and load f...

Page 19: ...that you take a little time to practice securely attaching and detaching your pallet fork to and from your skid steer hitch It is also important to practice lifting lowering maneuvering and placing an empty pallet on a level site until you gain the confidence and skill needed to have a good feel in what you are doing If attachment is to be operated in reverse make sure visibility to the rear of th...

Page 20: ...to make sure it is still properly attached to the loader hitch 2 Check forks to make sure they are not damaged broken or worn excessively Repair or replace as needed 3 Always remove any material that has become entangled in the forks before continuing to use them 4 Replace any worn damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your Land Pride dealer Section 4 Maintenance Lubricat...

Page 21: ... Pallet Fork Contact Points Top face of upper carrying bar Face of lower carrying bar Type of Lubrication Multi purpose Grease Quantity As needed Lubrication Points 37727 As Required 50 Hrs Multi purpose spray lube Multi purpose grease lube Multi purpose oil lube Intervals in hours at which lubrication is required Lubrication Legend ...

Page 22: ... Lift Capacity lbs kg 4500 2041 2 5500 2494 8 in cm Lift capacity is based on load being 24 61 from face of frame Cross bar Load must be palletized and supported by two forks Class ll Frame Width in m 45 7 8 1 17 Frame Height in m 40 1 02 Tine Thickness in cm 1 1 2 3 8 1 3 4 4 4 Tine Width in cm 4 10 2 Tine Length in m 48 1 22 60 1 52 Fork Positioning Lock Spring Loaded Toggle 40 1 02 m 45 84 1 16...

Page 23: ...ards Attaches to power equipment easily Uses skid steer style hitch design for quick and easy attachment Easy adjustable Forks Forks slide easily on carrying bars from one position to another Simply rotate locking handles up and slide forks to their new positions Rotate locking handles down to secure forks in their new position Two capacities two fork lengths 4 500 lbs with 48 forks 5 500 lbs with...

Page 24: ...und Never use forks to pry objects Pallet load is shifting Load is not properly secured on pallet Secure load to pallet Load is not properly centered on pallet Center load on pallet Load is being carried too high Recommended carrying height is 2 to 4 above the floor Forks are too close to each other Adjust forks an equal distance away from the center and as far apart as the pallets will allow Trav...

Page 25: ...20 235 170 M16 X 2 145 105 225 165 315 230 5 8 11 130 97 205 150 285 210 M16 X 1 5 155 115 240 180 335 245 5 8 18 150 110 230 170 325 240 M18 X 2 5 195 145 310 230 405 300 3 4 10 235 170 360 265 510 375 M18 X 1 5 220 165 350 260 485 355 3 4 16 260 190 405 295 570 420 M20 X 2 5 280 205 440 325 610 450 7 8 9 225 165 585 430 820 605 M20 X 1 5 310 230 650 480 900 665 7 8 14 250 185 640 475 905 670 M24...

Page 26: ...d by accident or lack of normal maintenance or care or which has been repaired or altered in a way which adversely affects its performance or reliability or which has been used for a purpose for which the product is not designed Misuse also specifically includes failure to properly maintain oil levels grease points and driveline shafts Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which ...

Page 27: ...laims all representations and warranties whether express or implied including but not limited to warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and Kubota shall not be liable for any damages whether compensatory direct indirect incidental special or consequential arising out of or in connection with the use of this publication or in the information therein The Product s describ...

Page 28: ...ision Telephone 1175 S Guild Ave Lodi CA 95240 209 334 9910 Central Division Telephone 14855 FAA Blvd Fort Worth TX 76155 817 571 0900 Northern Division Telephone 6300 at One Kubota Way Groveport OH 43125 614 835 1100 Southeast Division Telephone 1025 Northbrook Parkway Suwanee GA 30024 770 995 8855 ...

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