Spartan Equipment Grapple Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download Page 3

Spartan Equipment 

PAGE    3 

Hay Accumulator 

July 2016 

 

Table of Contents 

Information......................................... 2 

 

Orientation ......................................... 3 

Importance of Safety .......................... 3 

Operator Safety Training Tips ............. 4 

Skid Steer Requirements .................... 4 

Unpacking Your Shipment .................. 5 

 

Using Your Implement ........................ 5 

Connecting Attachment to Skid 

Steer ............................................... 5 

 

Pre-Operation Walk-around 

Inspection....................................... 6 

Accumulator Controls .................... 6 

 

Before Using the Accumulator the 
First Time........................................ 6 

Getting Familiar with the 

Attachment .................................... 7 

Adjusting Attachment Height & 

Level ............................................... 7 

Before Starting ............................... 7 

OperatingTips ................................. 7 

Maintaining your Attachment ............ 9 

 

Before Every Use ............................ 9 

Every Week .................................... 9 

After Every Season ......................... 9 

Hydraulic System .......................... 10 

Specifications.................................... 11 

 

Parts.................................................. 11 

Hay Accumulator Grapple Parts ... 12 

 

Decals ........................................... 13 

Troubleshooting ............................... 14 

 

Limited Warranty.............................. 16 

Orientation

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

Serial Number Plate is Located on Top of 

Mounting Plate 

 

Importance of Safety

 

 

 

Accidents can be very costly to human 
life and property. As the operator is 
the #1 safety device on all types of 
vehicles or equipment, it is important 
that the operator read, learn and know 
all safety recommendations for this 
product. The user is responsible to his 
family, friends and co-workers to 
operate in a safe manner. Ensure that 
everyone who operates or assists in 
the operation or maintenance of this 
product read and understand all the 
elements required to  safely operate 
this piece of equipment. 

 

Throughout this manual you will find 
safety notes which are very important 
to read and understand before 
operating this piece of equipment. 
These classifications alert you to 
situations that could be harmful to you 
or bystanders. When you see these 
alerts in the manual, carefully read and 
follow all instructions and also protect 
other workers from the same danger. 

 

 

Will result in 

Death or Serious Injury. 

 

Could result in 

Death or Serious Injury. 

 

 

Could result in 

Minor or Serious Injury. 

Summary of Contents for Grapple

Page 1: ...lt in Death or Serious Injury TO THE OWNER OPERATOR OF THIS IMPLEMENT Please read this manual before unpacking or using this implement for the first time This manual provides you with the necessary in...

Page 2: ...Spartan Equipment PAGE 2 Hay Accumulator July 2016 Information Record product information here for future reference Model Hay Accumulator S N or MFG Date Date of Purchase _...

Page 3: ...Accidents can be very costly to human life and property As the operator is the 1 safety device on all types of vehicles or equipment it is important that the operator read learn and know all safety re...

Page 4: ...ring operation Speed Kills Operate this implement at a safe working speed When transporting the implement keep a safe speed to avoid losing control of the attachment or prime mover Keep proper clearan...

Page 5: ...he mounting plate is free from dirt and debris When clear move the skid steer to proximity of attachment plate Tilt skid steer coupler forward to align coupling point with the upper part on the attach...

Page 6: ...artup you realize the grapple function operates in the opposite direction that you prefer you can change positions of the quick disconnect couplers on the attachment hoses to remedy your problem Befor...

Page 7: ...ing delivered Refer to your skid steer manual or call your local skid steer dealer for additional help if necessary To begin with learn what the hay accumulator grapple looks like in a level position...

Page 8: ...h the attachment level to the ground and an inch above the ground line up the short end of the bale with one of the empty bale slots and slow proceed forward until the bale has bottomed out at the rea...

Page 9: ...tines Order parts if any tines are damaged and replace as soon as possible After Every Season Inspect the implement for any loose or worn parts that may need to be replaced prior to the next excavati...

Page 10: ...ulic system pressure from the hydraulic circuits prior to removing the attachment or any hydraulic system service work Replacement of hydraulic hoses and fittings are required to meet certain hydrauli...

Page 11: ...ts Required 1 Hyd Relief Setting 3000 PSI 207 bar Note A skid steer equipped with tracks will provide superior stability and traction compared to a non track unit Parts When requiring any parts for yo...

Page 12: ...Grapple Parts Ref Description Qty 1 Frame Weldment 1 2 Pivot Shaft Specify Position When Ordering 5 3 Tine 22 4 Clamp Tine 22 5 Bearing Assembly 15 6 Cylinder 1 7 Pin 2 8 Pivot Link 1 9 Hose Kit 1 10...

Page 13: ...1 2 Ref Description Qty 1 Decal Danger Pinch Points 1 2 Decal Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard 1 3 Decal Made in the USA 1 4 Decal Registration Warranty Info 1 5 Decal Spartan Equipment Inc 1 Repla...

Page 14: ...nvestigate repair or contact Dealer Grapple Cylinder does not function Mechanical Object or other debris is wedged in grapple tine pivot area Clean Hydraulic flow problem Quick disconnect couplers not...

Page 15: ...Spartan Equipment PAGE 15 Hay Accumulator July 2016 Think Safety every day...

Page 16: ...er s needs shall not be warranted by Spartan Equipment Inc This warranty does not cover replacement parts not supplied by CID Inc Warranty Statement Our obligation under this Limited Warranty shall be...

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