Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
SGC1060 & SGC1072 Grapples 380-092M
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Tractor Requirements
Tractor horsepower should be within the range noted
below. Tractors outside the horsepower range must not
be used.
Horsepower Rating. . . . . . . . . . . 30-55 hp (22-41 kW)
Hitch Options
. . . . . Skid steer type quick attach that meets SAE
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kubota B Series Hitch
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Mount
Hydraulic Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . One Duplex Outlet
Tractor Weight . . . . . . . . See Important Notes Below
“Australia Rated Operating Loads (ROL)”
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
Consult your power machine Operator’s Manual for
operating capacity, lifting capacity, and operating
specifications. Exceeding rated capacities and
specifications can result in loss of control, roll-over or other
•
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 weight
Torque Requirements
Refer to
“Torque Values Chart”
on page 22 to determine
correct torque values when tightening hardware.
Before You Start
Make sure that the intended tractor conforms to the
requirements provided on this page. Also, read and
understand this Operator’s Manual for your Claw
Grapple. An understanding of how it works will aid in its
assembly and set-up.
Go through the
before assembling the Claw Grapple. To speed up your
assembly task and make the job safer, have all needed
parts and equipment readily at hand.
IMPORTANT:
Do not hitch SGC10 Series grapples
to skid steers. The SGC10 Series grapples are not
designed to handle forces created by skid steers.
Grapple Mount Options
Grapples With Universal Quick Attach Mount
Claw grapples with this mount fit the Universal Quick
Attach Hitch. Follow all instructions in this Operator’s
Manual except instructions specifically provided for the
Kubota B Series Hitch.
Grapples With Kubota B Series Mount
Claw grapples with this mount fit the Kubota B Series
hitch. Follow all instructions in this Operator’s Manual
except instructions specifically provided for the Universal
Quick Attach Hitch.
Grapples With No Mount
Claw grapples with the no mount option will allow the
customer to install a mount that fits their power unit.
Follow all instructions provided in this Operator’s Manual.
Use hook-up and unhooking instructions in this manual
and your equipment’s Operator’s Manual to know how
best to hook-up and unhook the claw grapple.
Pre-Assembly Checklist
Check
Ref.
Have a forklift or loader with properly sized chains and safety
stands capable of lifting and supporting the equipment on
hand.
Have a minimum of two people available during assembly.
Make sure all major components and loose
parts are shipped with the attachment.
Assembly
& Set-up
Double check to make sure all parts, fasteners,
and pins are installed in the correct location.
Refer to the Parts Manual if unsure.
NOTE:
All assembled hardware from the
factory has been installed in the correct
location. Remember location of a part or
fastener if removed. Keep parts separated.
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380-052P
Make sure working parts move freely, bolts are
tight & cotter pins are spread.
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Make sure all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated.
Make sure all safety labels are correctly
located and legible. Replace if damaged.