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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

 Mini Skid Steer Log Grapple

LXG210 

Series

Document Number: Z97109_En

Rev Feb-2021

Summary of Contents for LXG210 Series

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL Mini Skid Steer Log Grapple LXG210 Series Document Number Z97109_En Rev Feb 2021 ...

Page 2: ...t reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer or the Distributor if you need assistance further information or additional copies of the manual Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical manuals are written as US Customary SI metric WARNING Do not attempt to start or operate the machine without thoroughly reviewing this manual for safe and proper op...

Page 3: ...raulic Connection Requirements 18 5 4 Grapple Removal 18 5 5 Storage 19 6 Controls 20 6 1 Grapple Forks 20 6 2 Spring return Pivot 20 6 3 Cantilever Cradle 21 7 Operating Instructions 22 7 1 Operating Safety 22 7 2 Machine Break in 22 7 3 Pre operation Checks 22 7 4 Skidding Logs 23 7 5 Right Angle Lifting 23 7 6 Parallel Lifting with Cantilever Cradle 23 7 7 Spring return Pivot 24 7 8 Operating H...

Page 4: ...Phone Number Contact Name Model Serial Number Delivery date I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equipment care adjustments safe operation and applicable warranty policy and reviewed the manuals Dealer Address City State Province ZIP Postal Code Phone Number 1 2 1 Dealer Inspection Report Check Condition of Hydraulic Hoses Check that all Fasteners are Tight Check Hydraulic Functions Check...

Page 5: ... A TOUTES LES NORMES QUI LUI SONT APPLICABLES EN VERTU DU REGLEMENT SUR LA SECURITE DES VEHICLES AUTOMOBILES DU CANADA EN VIGUEUR A LA DATE DE SA FABRICATION 1 3 Serial Number Location Always provide your dealer with the serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The Serial Number Plate location is shown in the illustration Please recor...

Page 6: ...ation of a control Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number and other important information VIN NLV MODEL Manufactured by Wallenstein Equipment Inc 7201 Line 86 Wallenstein ON N0B2S0 Canada TYPE OF VEHICLE TYPE DE VEHICLE TRA REM GAWR PNBE KG GVWR PNBV KG DIMENSION RIM JANTE E R I T PNEU COLD INFL PRESS PRESS DE CONFLA A FROID PSI LPC THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARD...

Page 7: ...TION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices IMPORTANT To avoid confusing equipment protection with personal safety messages a signal word IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not avoided could result in damage to the machine 2 3 Why is SAFETY important Accidents Disable and Kill...

Page 8: ...d long hair jewelry and loose personal articles These can get caught in moving parts Jewelry may also ground a live circuit Prolonged exposure to loud noise may cause permanent hearing loss Power equipment with or without equipment attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent partial hearing loss Wear hearing protection on a full time basis if the noise in the operator s cab exceeds 80 dB...

Page 9: ...ommunicated to all workers within and near the Work Zone No equipment should enter or proceed through a Safe Area unless The equipment operator first obtains permission in a clear and unmistakable manner from all the workers in that safe work area or from the supervisor of those workers and Those workers take a safe position Work Zone Arrangement A Work Zone includes any area where work with this ...

Page 10: ...rom heavy material falling dropping in this area Material on a grapple can create a collision hazard if workers or bystanders are inside the Work Zone Place safety cones around the area to warn others Fig 2 Work Zone and Safe Zone 10 ft 3 m 10 ft 3 m 10 ft 3 m 10 ft 3 m 2 1 Safety LXG210 Series Log Grapples Safety 10 ...

Page 11: ...periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all operators Review again at the startup of every season The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment ISO 3600 Tractors machinery for agriculture and forestry powered lawn and garden equipment Operator s manuals Content and fo...

Page 12: ...ht hand panel shows the message how to avoid the hazard Hazard How to avoid the hazard 3 1 Safety Sign Locations Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety signs and warnings and being aware of the situations that require alertness Think SAFETY Work SAFELY Safety Signs LXG210 Series Log Grapples Safety 12 ...

Page 13: ...01543 3 1 1 Safety sign Locations Fig 3 Safety sign Locations 5 8 1 7 5 6 2 3 4 1 3 6 2 3 Safety Signs LXG210 Series Log Grapples Safety 13 ...

Page 14: ...a safe distance 3 Caution Be aware of pinch hazards from moving parts such as boom grapple and logs 4 Warning Be aware of crush hazards from moving parts Keep hands clear of the machine during operation 5 Caution Risk of machine moving unexpectedly causing injury when servicing or repairing Shut down machine before performing maintenance procedures Remove the ignition key 6 Caution Refer to the op...

Page 15: ...e available from your authorized distributor dealer parts department or the factory Always keep safety signs clean and legible Parts replaced that had a safety decal on them must also have the safety sign replaced Procedure Installation area must be clean and dry Make sure the surface is free of grease or oil Ambient temperature must be above 50 F 10 C Determine exact position before removing the ...

Page 16: ...le with the machine they can proceed with the work 4 1 2 Job Site Familiarization Become familiar with the work site prior to beginning Avoid the possibility of problems or accidents by reviewing the following Determine a safe work area trailer load location Area must be clear of stones branches or hidden obstacles that might cause a tripping hooking or snagging hazard Ground should be firm and le...

Page 17: ...n Pivot 2 Return Lock Assembly under the shield 3 Hydraulic Hose End Storage 4 Operator Manual Storage Tube 5 Cantilever Log Cradle 6 Hydraulic Hoses 7 Lower Main Frame 8 Grapple Outer Fork 9 Hydraulic Cylinder 10 Grapple Housing 11 Grapple Inner Fork LXG210 Series Log Grapples Familiarization 17 ...

Page 18: ...f the mini skid steer apply the parking brake and then dismount to inspect the pin alignment 8 Push the latch arms fully down to extend the latch pins through the grapple plate latch pin mount and secure the grapple Make sure that the hitch and latch pins are correctly engaged and secure 9 Connect the hydraulic lines 5 3 Hydraulic Connection Requirements The grapple requires one remote pressure an...

Page 19: ... If the grapple cannot be stored inside cover with a waterproof tarp 1 Clean the grapple to remove all dirt mud and entangled material 2 Inspect the cylinder rotator pivot and grapple for damage Repair or replace damaged parts 3 Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting LXG210 Series Log Grapples Installation 19 ...

Page 20: ... grapple to center itself perpendicular to the grapple boom when the load permits While skidding for example the pivot can rotate as the load turns The pivot has three lock positions two parallel with the boom one each end of the 90 and one parallel to the base Locking is recommended to be used when carrying lining up and stacking logs or whenever the pivoting feature is not desirable Unlock the p...

Page 21: ...events the log from sliding off the cradle as you transport or position the log for stacking 01568 Fig 8 Cantilever Cradle WARNING Be aware of potential collision hazard from the swing radius of the log while transporting Plan the route ahead of time Keep bystanders 20 ft 6 m away from the machine W090 LXG210 Series Log Grapples Controls 21 ...

Page 22: ...ng area Debris may interfere with grappling Place the grapple on the ground and stop the engine before exiting the machine WARNING Be aware of potential collision hazard from the swing radius of the log while transporting Plan the route ahead of time Keep bystanders 20 ft 6 m away from the machine W090 7 2 Machine Break in Although there are no operational restrictions on the machine when used for...

Page 23: ... end of logs can be heavier and the smaller ends lighter Balance loads carefully Make sure grapple forks have full contact with all the pieces you are lifting Otherwise the load could become unstable causing a dangerous situation 01582 Fig 10 Lifting 7 6 Parallel Lifting with Cantilever Cradle Position the grapple cantilever over the end of the log Lower the grapple and drive the mini skid steer s...

Page 24: ...2 Spring return Pivot IMPORTANT Make sure the pivot is UNLOCKED during skidding Damage to the pivot can occur if locked when turning or contacting other objects 7 7 1 To Unlock Pivot 1 Pull down on the grapple lock lever out of the Lock position notch Turning the grapple slightly may be required 2 Rotate the lock lever around by hand to the far side and release it into the Unlock position notch Th...

Page 25: ...otate the lever around and release into the Lock position notch 2 Rotate the grapple by hand one way or the other to one of the 90 locking positions Listen for a click sound as the pin locks into the hole 01590 Fig 14 Pivot Lock LXG210 Series Log Grapples Operating Instructions 25 ...

Page 26: ...es Always pull logs backward Never try to drive forward with the grapple holding a log While carrying logs avoid hitting objects with the ends of the logs 7 9 Traveling No load in the grapple Make sure that the grapple is securely attached to the mini skid steer and that the latch arm and pins are secure before transporting Turn into curves or go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradu...

Page 27: ...hine using a pressure washer to remove all dirt mud debris and residue Be cautious when pressure washing around hydraulic and electrical components direct pressure could cause damage 2 Inspect the cylinder rotator or pivot and grapple for damage or entangled material Repair or replace damaged parts Remove all entangled material 3 Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting 4 Select a...

Page 28: ...aused by use of unapproved parts or accessories Keep hands away from moving parts NEVER grease or work on the grapple when it is moving Always use proper tools that are in good condition Make sure you understand how to use them before performing any service work 8 2 Maintenance Schedule Complete maintenance procedures at the specified time or hour interval whichever comes first Every 50 hours or W...

Page 29: ... bushings 2 2 Return lock assembly flat bearing 1 3 Pivot assembly pins 2 4 Narrow fork linkage bar bushings 2 Location Component Number of Grease Points 5 Narrow fork bushings 2 6 Cylinder barrel 1 7 Cylinder rod 1 8 Wide fork bushings 2 01588 2 3 4 5 8 6 7 1 LXG210 Series Log Grapples Service and Maintenance 29 ...

Page 30: ... to correct function Harness connector loose or damaged machines with optional selector valve kit Check connection Inspect for damage Repair or replace Low engine speed Increase engine speed Hydraulic functions are jerky Leak in hydraulic system Air getting into the system Tighten all connections Check for leaks in hoses Hose couplers dirty or incompatible Clean couplers Makes sure mating couplers...

Page 31: ...gpm 11 Lpm Grapple Opening 3 40 8 cm 102 cm Clamp Force 9 400 lb 4264 kg Rotator Pivot Rating 6 750 lb 3062 kg Total Weight 285 lb 130 kg 343 lb 156 kg Dimensions L x W x H 47 x 44 x 40 120 cm x 112 cm x 102 cm Mounting System Universal Mini Skid Steer Quick Attach Plate Bobcat Mini Skid Steer Quick Attach Plate 1 Specifications subject to change without notice LXG210 Series Log Grapples Specifica...

Page 32: ...are identified by their head markings Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque Value SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N m 1 4 6 8 9 12 12 17 5 16 10 13 19 25 27 36 3 8 20 27 33 45 45 63 7 16 30 41 53 72 75 100 1 2 45 61 80 110 115 155 9 16 60 95 115 155 165 220 5 8 95 128 160 215 220 305 3 4 165 225 290 390 400 540 7 8 170 230 420 570 650 880 1 225 345 630 85...

Page 33: ...Torque to values shown If a torque wrench is not available use the FFFT Flats From Finger Tight method Hydraulic Fitting Torque Tube Size OD Hex Size Across Flats Torque value Flats From Finger Tight Inches Inches lbf ft N m Flats Turns 3 16 7 16 6 8 2 1 6 1 4 9 16 11 12 15 17 2 1 6 5 16 5 8 14 16 19 22 2 1 6 3 8 11 16 20 22 27 30 1 1 4 1 6 1 2 7 8 44 48 59 65 1 1 6 5 8 1 50 58 68 79 1 1 6 3 4 1 1...

Page 34: ...y does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequen al damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resul ng from Misuse negligence accident the or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or a ermarket accessories other than genuine Wallenstein parts Modifica ons altera on tampering o...

Page 35: ...2 Right Angle Lifting 23 Skidding Logs 23 Spring return Pivot 24 Storage 27 Traveling 26 Operating Safety 22 P Parallel Lifting with Cantilever Cradle 23 Points to Remember 26 Pre operation Checks 22 R Recommended Engine Speed 26 Replace Damaged Safety Signs 15 Right Angle Lifting 23 S Safe Condition 8 9 Safety 7 Equipment Safety Guidelines 8 How to Install Safety Signs 15 Maintenance Safety 28 Op...

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