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QUICK-ATTACH BUCKET FORKS

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Models: 1200UNIV, 2500UNIV,

4000UNIV, 6000LB, 6000LBE,

6000UNIV, 8000UNIV, 11000UNIV,

16500UNIV AND 22000UNIV

Summary of Contents for Northstar 1200UNIV

Page 1: ...QUICK ATTACH BUCKET FORKS OPERATOR S MANUAL Models 1200UNIV 2500UNIV 4000UNIV 6000LB 6000LBE 6000UNIV 8000UNIV 11000UNIV 16500UNIV AND 22000UNIV...

Page 2: ...e transportation charges prepaid This warranty shall not be interpreted to render us liable for injury or damages of any kind or nature direct consequential or contingent to person or property This wa...

Page 3: ...afety 9 2 10 Storage Safety 9 2 11 Sign Off Form 10 3 Safety Sign Locations 11 4 Operation 12 4 1 To the New Operator or Owner 12 4 2 Machine Components 13 4 3 Machine Break In 13 4 4 Pre Operation Ch...

Page 4: ...erial number of your Quick Attach Bucket Forks when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The serial number plate is located where indicated Please mark the number in the space pro...

Page 5: ...ooting information contained within the Operator s Manual This manual covers the Quick Attach Bucket Forks Models 1200UNIV 2500UNIV 4000UNIV 6000LB 6000UNIV 8000UNIV 11000UNIV 16500UNIV and 22000UNIV...

Page 6: ...to alert against unsafe practices ous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert...

Page 7: ...nance procedures and related SAFETY informa tion contained in this manual This manual will take you step by step through your working day and alerts you to all good safety practices that should be adh...

Page 8: ...llow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it works Review the safety instructions...

Page 9: ...uickly in an emer gency Read this manual and the one pro vided with your tractor 6 Train all new personnel and review instruc tions frequently with existing workers Be certain only a properly trained...

Page 10: ...ar is cumu lative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery 4 Operate the machine only with a tractor equipped with an approved Roll Over Protective Structure ROPS Always wear your seat belt Se...

Page 11: ...oader and fork move ment that can lead to crushing between frame members 11 Use extra care when handling large round loads or other shiftable objects unless loader and forks are equipped with an attac...

Page 12: ...unit upset 10 Never allow riders on either tractor or ma chine 2 8 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 1 Good maintenance is your responsibility Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble 2 Follow good shop practice...

Page 13: ...s clamps or cements The hydraulic system operates under extremely high pressure Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a hazardous and unsafe condition 5 Wear proper hand and eye protection when s...

Page 14: ...on presented in this manual Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed Annually review this information before the season start up Make thes...

Page 15: ...ey and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing adjusting or repairing Do not leave machine unless the forks are lowered to the ground Do not overload forks or machine Know what they can han...

Page 16: ...ck attach and quick detach set of forks to increase the productivity of your bucket mounted equipment and material handling needs It is the responsibility of the owner or opera tor to read this manual...

Page 17: ...lined in this section A pre operation checklist is provided for the operator It is important for both the personal safety and maintain ing the good mechanical condition of the Quick Attach Bucket Fork...

Page 18: ...re transporting 10 Use hazard flashers on tractor when trans porting 11 Do not put hands or feet under machine while tractor engine is running 12 Review safety instructions with all operators annually...

Page 19: ...lar on the end of the rod is positioned outside the outer bracket e Raise the bucket a little and roll the bucket back IMPORTANT Be sure the bracket latches are locking the rod in the bracket 3 Before...

Page 20: ...16 6 Drive slowly into the load while adjusting the fork angle if required Fig 5 DRIVING IN Fig 6 RAISING 7 Raise the load...

Page 21: ...ork to be done Plan the machine movement before starting Be familiar with where the load will be picked up raised moved and placed Stay away from slopes rough terrain holes ruts ditches curbs exposed...

Page 22: ...pipes unless they are tied together and spotters can help direct your while moving Always place the tines in their widest position appropriate to the load for improved stability Do not lift the load...

Page 23: ...p the forks low moving to maximize machine stability k Do not walk under the raised forks or load Keep others away l Do not make sudden starts stops or turns Sudden motion can dislodge a load or cause...

Page 24: ...d not stick more than 8 below the bucket cutting edge Fig 8 TINE POSITION NOTE The top of loader buckets vary greatly from manufacturer to manu facturer thus it may be necessary to trim or notch the b...

Page 25: ...he welding of the brackets to the bucket The weld should cover the full length and both sides of the bracket The size of the fillet weld should be 3 8 thick brackets 1 4 fillet weld 1 2 and 3 4 thick...

Page 26: ...ply with all local regulations 5 Carry forks low when moving or transportiing 6 Stay away from overhead power lines Elec trocution can occur without direct contact 7 Be sure your machine can clearly b...

Page 27: ...lems causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve even after having read through this trouble shooting section please call your loc...

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Page 29: ...arious bolts and capscrews Tighten all bolts to the torques specified in chart unless otherwise noted Check tightness of bolts periodically using bolt torque chart as a guide Replace hardware with the...

Page 30: ...ty Signs 5 Sign Off Form 10 Storage Safety 9 Transport Safety 8 Safety Sign Locations 11 Specifications 24 Bolt Torque 25 Mechanical 24 PAGE Introduction 1 I O Operation 12 Field Operation 14 Machine...

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Page 32: ...akima WA 98907 0168 Phone 509 453 8271 Fax 509 457 2456 www rankinequipment com P O Box 1937 Yakima WA 98907 1937 Phone 509 452 1651 Fax 509 457 6601 www northstarattachments com 3205 Bay Street Union...

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