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S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
(continued)
OPERATIONAL SAFETY
The use of this equipment is subject to certain hazards which cannot be protected against by mechanical
means or product design. All operators of this equipment must read and understand this entire manual, paying
particular attention to safety and operating instructions, prior to using. If there is something in this manual you
do not understand, ask your supervisor, or your dealer, to explain it to you.
Be sure power unit is in good condition. Read all the safety precautions and make sure all operators are
familiar with the safety rules of operation.
Know your controls and how to stop the power unit and engine quickly in an emergency. READ THIS MANUAL
AND THE ONE PROVIDED WITH YOUR TRACTOR AND LOADER, SKID STEER OR FORKLIFT.
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and bystanders fifty feet (50’) from
an operating power unit and attached equipment. Only properly trained people should operate this machine.
It is recommended the tractor be equipped with a Rollover Protection System (ROPS) and a seat belt that is
used. Always stop the tractor, skid steer, or forklift, set brake, shut off the engine, remove the ignition key, and
lower loader and attachment to the ground before dismounting. Never leave equipment unattended with the
engine running.
Please remember it is important that you read and heed the safety signs on the front loader attachment and
loader, and the safety rules set forth. Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and under-
stood. They are there for your safety as well as the safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly
up to you, the operator.
The use of any loader attachment is NOT recommended on tractor with a tricycle wheel arrangement. Tricycle
type tractors are unstable for front loader use.
A heavy load can cause instability in driving a power unit. Make sure the front or rear of the power unit is
properly counter-balanced with weights. Always drive slowly – especially around turns. An unstable power unit
could steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death.
When the use of hand tools is required to perform any part of assembly, installation, adjustment, maintaining,
repairing, removal, or moving the implement, be sure the tools used are designed and recommended by the
tool manufacturer for that specific task.
Personal protection equipment including safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the attachment.
Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation, removal, or
moving the loader attachment.
Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintaining, repairing, removal, or moving the implement.
Do not allow others to ride on the power unit with an operator. Riders are subject to injury such as being struck
by foreign objects or being thrown off. Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in unsafe operation. Never
allow anyone to ride on the implement!
I N S T R U C T I O N S
C A U T I O N !
Be sure your tractor and loader is in good condi-
tion. Read all the safety precautions and make sure
all tractor operators are familiar with the safety rules
of operation.
W A R N I N G !
A heavy load can cause instability in driving a
tractor. Make sure the rear of the tractor is properly
counterbalanced with weights or a bale. Always
drive slowly – especially around turns. An unstable
tractor could steer badly and possibly tip over,
causing injury or death.
The model ULF-355 with 55” tubular forks can handle
large round hay bales up to 3,000 lbs.
The model ULF-346 with 46” solid pallet forks can han-
dle loads up to 4,000 lbs. Load ratings are figured with
the load about 20” in front of the fork lift frame and even-
ly distributed between the two fork tines. NEVER put load
at the ends of the fork tines – the lift capacity at the ends
of the forks is only about
1
/
3
of the total lift capacity.
WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER BENT FORKS.
NOTE: Loaders with only one hydraulic cylinder in the
center of the loader to tilt the bucket or attachment may
be used with the addition of an optional center bracket
(order bracket #830320).
Be sure tires and rims are in good condition. Inflate
tires to the proper recommended air pressure.
It is recommended that a ROPS (Roll-Over Protection
Structure) and a seat belt be installed on all tractors.
Contact your local dealer for a ROPS for your tractor.
The operator is responsible for the safe operation of
this equipment. The operator must be properly trained.
Operators should be familiar with the tractor, loader and
loader attachment, and all safety practices before start-
ing operation. Read the safety rules and safety signs on
pages 3-13.
T R A C T O R A N D L O A D E R / S K I D
S T E E R R E Q U I R E M E N T S A N D
P R E PA R AT I O N
The required size of the tractor and front loader or skid
steer will be determined by the weight of the load to be
handled.
Always use a tractor and front loader or skid steer large
enough to safely handle the load.
The Universal Loader Fork attachment is designed to
fit most farm tractor double-cylinder front-end loaders.
Optional brackets are available to fit some popular quick
coupler front-end loaders.
The model SSPF-40 Skid Steer Pallet Fork is designed
for skid steer power units having the universal bucket
attach system (same as original Bobcat design). Skid
steer units must have rated lifting capacity greater than
or equal to the loads to be handled.
Both the Universal Loader Fork and the Skid Steer
Pallet Fork can handle loads up to 4000 pounds. Load
must be equally distributed on both fork tines.
NOTE: The 4000 pound load rating is figured with a load
center being 20 inches in front of the forklift frame.
The Models VLF-7655 and VLF-7646 are designed for
Versatile/Ford/New Holland Model 256, 276 and 9030 Bi-
Directional Tractors.
The Model TV-140 Bi-Directional Tractor requires spe-
cial bolt on brackets.
The Universal Loader Fork will also work on the rear of
tractors with a Category II 3 pt. hitch.
Make sure your tractor and loader are of sufficient size
to safely handle the loads you want to move.
Check your tractor and front loader or skid steer to
make sure they are in good working condition. Check all
frame mounting bolts to make sure they are tight.
Loaders that attach to the tractor frame rails should
have a cross-tie installed for stability.
Check the hydraulic system. Be sure the hydraulic oil
and filter have been serviced according to the manufac-
turer’s recommendations.
It is recommended that tractors and skid steers be
equipped with a roll-over protective structure
(ROPS) or cab.
C A U T I O N !
W A R N I N G !
The use of any loader attachment is NOT recom-
mended on tractors with a tricycle wheel arrange-
ment. Tricycle type tractors are unstable for front
loader use.
