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INSTRUCTIONS
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INSTRUCTIONS
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MODEL PF-448
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The Universal model PF-448 Pallet Fork attachment is
designed to fit most double-cylinder front end loaders
with a load-arm center distance of 52 inches or less.
Optional brackets are available to fit both pin-on and
some popular quick coupler front-end loaders. Brackets
must be ordered with the pallet fork attachment to mount
on your loader.
The Universal Pallet Fork can also be used on the rear
3 pt. Cat. II hitch with pin-on brackets and the Optional
#831815 Toplink Bracket.
With the optional #830358 Bushing Kit, a Cat. II Quick
Hitch may be used. (Pin-on brackets and toplink bracket
required.)
The model PF-448 with 48” solid pallet forks can han-
dle loads up to 4,000 lbs. Load ratings are figured with the
load about 24” in front of the fork lift frame and evenly
distributed between the two fork tines.
Install the two backstop weldments on the top crossbar
(see page 21).
ASSEMBLY – TRACTOR LOADERS
PIN ON ATTACHMENT
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Preview the assembly instructions and the exploded
views of the pallet fork in your operator’s manual and
become familiar as to how the parts or assemblies go
together. For model PF-448, see page 21.
Assemble the two lift brackets on the main frame with
the
5
/
8
” x 3” I.D. U-bolts. Leave the U-bolts loose.
NOTE: The optional lift channel brackets are supplied
with 1” diameter pins to fit your loader. If your loader
requires 1
1
/
8
” pins, it will be necessary for the hole diam-
eter in the channel brackets to be drilled out to 1
5
/
32
”
(1.156”) and ask your dealer to order 1
1
/
8
” diameter pins.
The 1
1
/
8
” pins are part #830318. Be sure to indicate if two
or four 1
1
/
8
” pins are required.
If your loader requires 1
1
/
4
” diameter pins, please ask
your dealer to order adapter bushings (part #830319). Be
sure to indicate how many adapter bushings are required.
NOTE: The Ford (New Holland) models 7109, 7209,
7210, 7309, 7310 and 7410 Pin Type Loaders require
special brackets. Also, Rhino (Alamo) models 2410Q and
2491Q. Order #830330 bracket kit.
NOTE: For loaders that require brackets that provide
additional roll back, order #830335 (1” pins).
Connect the above assembly to the loader arms using
the bottom hole in the channel and attach the upper con-
trol cylinder to the top hole in the lift channels. Center the
main frame (side to side) with your loader arms and
tighten the four (4)
5
/
8
” x 3” U-Bolts.
The lower hole positions in the lift channels can be used
to obtain more angle movement. However, if the frame
becomes too parallel with the loader lift arms, the loader
may not have enough power (mechanical advantage) to
bring the frame back.
NOTE: Generally, it is not recommended to have the tilt
cylinders located any closer than 10-12 inches to the
main loader lift arms. Check the spacing of mounting
pins on your loader bucket and use this as a guide.
NOTE: If tilt cylinders are located too close to the loader
arms, they may go “over center” when fully extended. If
this happens, damage may occur to the cylinders and/or
mounting brackets.
For first time installation, read the instructions for
mounting your pallet fork attachment on your front loader
or skid steer. (See pages 13-16.)
Remove the bucket from your front end loader. Check
your loader to make sure it is in good working order.
FORK TINE INSTALLATION
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With loader arms lowered and completely rolled back,
shut down the power unit following the safety shutdown
procedure for your unit. Ensure that the locking assembly
on the tine is in the unlocked (UP) position. Place the top
of the fork on the top rail in the middle of the frame and
then rotate down. Slide the fork to the side to seat it on
the frame and, using the locking assembly that is on your
tine, lock in place. Install the following tine(s) in the same
fashion. Make sure the locking assembly has been set
into a notch on the top rail and therefore securing the tine
to the frame.
NOTE: Smearing a light coat of grease on the main frame
rails will make adjusting the fork width easier.
IMPORTANT: Keep forklift tines adjusted to maximum
width for better load stability.
MODELS GLPF-442/448/5548/5560
ATTACHMENT TO PRIME MOVER
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The Models GLPF-442, GLPF-448, GLPF-5548, and
GLPF-5560 are specifically designed for tractor front
loaders with the Euro or Global bucket quick-change
system.
The Models GLPF-442/448 have a load rating of 4,000
lbs.
The Models GLPF-5548 and GLPF-5560 have a load
rating of 5,500 lbs.
NOTE:
The instructions for the JDPF-H480 Models are similar
to the Euro/Global ones.
ATTACHING
1. To prepare the loader for attachment, pull and rotate
handle to open latch (A).
2. Extend attachment cylinders to angle attaching
brackets forward.
3. Drive forward, adjusting loader height and position
until the bar (B) is under hooks (C) and tabs (D) are
on the center side of the hooks.
4. Raise loader and retract tilt cylinders until latch
closes.
5. Lower attachment and shut off engine. Installation is
now complete.
DETACHING
1. Lower pallet fork to ground. Place the transmission in
PARK and shut off engine and remove key.
2. Pull and rotate handle to open latch (A).
3. Start tractor and lower attachment to ground. Slowly
extend bucket tilt cylinders until loader clears the latch
plate. Lower loader until bar clears the hooks.
4. Drive tractor in reverse until loader is clear of the
attachment.
OBEY ALL SAFETY WARNINGS!
CAUTION!
ALWAYS CHECK LATCH PINS
BEFORE TILTING OR OPERATING
ANY ATTACHMENT.
NOTE: Latch automatically closes on some global
carrier. Always check latch pins.
