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SAS/op/proc/forks/op manuals/Ex/EXTREME MANUAL v13 .pub 2/24/2019
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST (PAGE 19)
SAS™ EXTREME™ AUTO PROCESSOR
READ & FOLLOW SAFETY INFORMATION IN ORIGINAL EXCAVATOR MANUFACTURER’S
OPERATOR, SAFETY AND SERVICE MANUALS. This checklist is limited to pre-operations
inspection focused on Extreme Head and Hold Down Arm assemblies (HDA).
Additional inspection points will be recommended in the excavator manufacturer manuals.
Failure to follow instructions and precautions noted in excavator manufacturer’s
manuals and this manual can result in serious damage to equipment and/or result
in injury or death.
Use caution while inspecting. Be aware of:
 Pinch points (and additional risks covered throughout this manual)
 High pressure hydraulic fluids or stored energy
 Location of other individuals in the work area
Prior to conducting inspection;
 Stick and Head assembly must be resting on firm level ground.
 Hold Down Assembly (HDA) must be resting on firm level ground.
 Excavator must be parked on firm level ground
 Excavator engine must be turned ‘off’
EXTREME AUTO PROCESSOR ATTACHMENT INSPECTION POINTS:
Head to stick fastening pins
 Check both pins for proper securement.
 Check stick mount for cracks
Rotator
 Check bolts that fasten the rotator to the stick mounts
 Check for leaks or damage on hoses.
Clamp body
 Check for damaged pins, pin retention hardware or misaligned pins
 Check clamp body for cracks
Claws & tips
 Check claws for cracks
 Check claw tip bolts (loose or missing pins and bolts)
Hold Down Assembly (HDA)
 Check all pins for properly secured
 Check HDA for cracks
 Check wire stripper for loose or missing bolts
Excavator x-frame inspection
 Look from bottom up & or cracks around hinges
Operator cab
 Cab should have Roll Over Protection System
 Verify safety glass windshield in place
 Verify exterior steel guard is in place over
front windshield to protect operator.
Repair all problems before operation.
Lock out / tag out excavator if defects present.
Repairs must only completed by authorized mechanic.