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 WERK-BRAU CO., INC. 

PRODUCT AND 
INSTALLATION MANUAL

 

 

PG / HCB 

(PowerGrip / Hydra-Clamp Buckets) 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 

 
 
 

 

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PROUDLY MANUFACTURED IN FINDLAY, OH 

Werk-Brau.com

 

Summary of Contents for Hydra-Clamp Bucket

Page 1: ...G H C B M a n u a l R e v B P a g e 1 16 WERK BRAU CO INC PRODUCT AND INSTALLATION MANUAL PG HCB PowerGrip Hydra Clamp Buckets Serial No Model No Date Manufactured PROUDLY MANUFACTURED IN FINDLAY OH Werk Brau com ...

Page 2: ...TING MACHINES MANUAL READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY STATEMENTS Read all safety decals and safety statements in all manuals prior to operating or working on this equipment Know and obey all OSHA regulations local laws and other professional guidelines for your operation Know and follow good work practices when assembling maintaining repairing mounting removing or operating this equipment KNOW YOUR ...

Page 3: ... modify any ROPS Roll Over Protection System equipment or device Any modifications must be authorized in writing by Werk Brau or the manufacturer SAFELY OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT Do not operate equipment until you are completely trained by a qualified operator in how to use the controls know its capabilities dimensions and all safety requirements See your operating machines manual for these instructio...

Page 4: ... to the operation of OEM buckets in trenching and material handling applications However the PowerGrip Bucket has the added ability to grip hold and lift materials in a pick and place capability This attachment is not designed for long term holding of materials Refer to the carrier manufacturer s instructions regarding safe material handling practices The bucket jaw should only be opened when need...

Page 5: ...oduction 6 Attachment Installation 7 Attachment Removal 8 Hydraulic Requirements 9 Hydraulic Lines and Plumbing 11 Suggested Hose Routing 12 Maintenance 13 If at any time in the future you require additional information on this product or any aspects of its use please do not hesitate to contact Werk Brau Co Inc ...

Page 6: ...achine s capability The multi purpose is a versatile durable tool used as a trenching grading or clamshell bucket and from gripping and loading This attachment increases the tasks a single machine can perform reducing the number of dedicated task machines needed on a job site TELL US WHAT YOU THINK Werk Brau would like what you think about its products Please visit our website share your experienc...

Page 7: ...oll out the bucket cylinder to lower the link bars to the PowerGrip 3 Align the PowerGrip and link bar holes and install the link pin 4 Slowly lift the PowerGrip to a safe height with the bucket and boom cylinders 5 Curl the bucket cylinder until the PowerGrip and dipper holes align and install the bucket pivot pin Rotate the pins as necessary and install the required retainers 6 Safety check Chec...

Page 8: ...rGrip HydraClamp Removal Removing the Bucket from the Carrier To remove the PowerGrip bucket follow the instructions outlined below 1 Position the bucket so it is lightly supported by the ground and in a position so it will not move or fall when a pin is removed 2 Remove the bucket pivot and link pins ...

Page 9: ...cal PowerGrip Circuit Chart and the Tool Circuit Requirements Table illustrate the control circuit requirements for the PowerGrip The hydraulic pressures and flow requirements must be observed or damage to the actuator can occur The installer of the PowerGrip is responsible for selecting control circuits that are compatible with the excavator and meet the tool circuit requirements Werk Brau can be...

Page 10: ... 3 10 5 18 liters minute 8 28 12 39 21 70 Port Connections SAE 6 6 6 BSPP 1 4 1 4 1 4 Hydraulic Circuit Min Hose Tube Size in 1 2 5 8 5 8 mm 12 16 16 Whip Hose Size in 3 8 3 8 3 8 mm 10 10 10 Hydraulic Pressures Cross Port Relief Valve Pressure opening 1 000 1 500 psi 70 103 bar Cross Port Relief Valve Pressure closing 3 200 3 300 psi 220 230 bar Circuit Pressure 3 650 3 750 psi 250 260 bar Maximu...

Page 11: ...d in the Tool Circuit Requirements Chart shown on Page 10 The position of the hoses is important for reliable operation Refer to the Suggested Hose Routings Chart on Page 12 for suggested hose routings Connect hydraulic hoses to the appropriate ports Be sure the hoses do not cross foul crush or chafe when operating the PowerGrip or machine Verify proper hose routing for all possible positions of t...

Page 12: ...I N S T P G H C B M a n u a l R e v B P a g e 12 16 Suggested Hose Routings ...

Page 13: ...aged components and replace or repair immediately 4 Mounting pins should be greased upon installation and thereafter according to the equipment manufacturer s instructions Important Notice Refer to the PowerGrip Service Repair Manual regarding any product repairs or adjustments To view or print a PowerGrip Service Repair Manual go to www WerkBrau com Werk Brau Customer Service To contact our Servi...

Page 14: ...sionals who work hard to follow the vision set by the founders of Werk Brau to Provide Excellence in Customer Service As a modern company Werk Brau is efficient high tech dedicated to its customers and deeply proud of the quality of products manufactured Werk Brau manufactures a complete line of O E M and replacement attachments for excavators mini excavators backhoes skid steers mini and full siz...

Page 15: ...a n u a l R e v B P a g e 15 16 To learn more about your Warranty please visit http www werk brau com warranty claims To file a Warranty Claim please visit http www werk brau com warranty claims form Or Call 1 800 537 9561 ...

Page 16: ... N S T P G H C B M a n u a l R e v B P a g e 16 16 TOUGH JOBS DEMAND TOUGH ATTACHMENTS WERK BRAU CO INC 2800 Fostoria Rd P O Box 545 Findlay Ohio 45839 1 800 537 9561 phone 419 422 7207 fax Werk Brau com ...

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