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1. PALADIN OPERATOR S AND PARTS MANUAL 36 42 amp 48 SCRAP GRAPPLES 42 48 amp 54 BRUSH GRAPPLES SERIAL NUMBER Manual Number OM706 Part Number 75606 MODEL NUMBER Rev 2 800 456 7100 www paladinattachments com 503 Gay Street Delhi IA 52223 United States of America Copyright 10575 1 16 15 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS PREFAGE rates 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY SIATEMENT S 5 GENERAL 0 da 5 7 EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 8 DECALS 9 DEA 10 INSTALLATION AND 11 12 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE EA 19 TENDER SEAL REPLACEMENT EE idos 14 15 SPECIFICATIONS BOET TORQUE SPECIFICATION sitio on 16 SCRAP GRAPPLE SPECIFICATIONS ee ae 17 BRUSFEORAPFLE SPECIFICATIONS ee 4 ea ee ee 18 LIMITED WARRANTY en 19 PARTS SCRAP GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY 0 ee 20 21 BRUSH GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY tas ce 22 23 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY 107174 tee ee ecos 24 25 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY FC 968 ec ae es geiler 26 27 OPTIONALCUTTING EBGEASSEMBEIF an ae ee a een 28 29 10591 6 75606 1 THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY BLANK 75606 GENERAL COMMENTS Congratulations on the purchase of your new BRADCO product This product was carefully designed an2. 6 48 HD Grapple Assembly Only Hose 25 X 72 GFFS 6FFS 36 8 42 Grapple Assembly Hose 25 X80 6FJX 6FJX 48 HD Grapple Assembly Only Hose 25 X 72 GFFS 6FFS 36 8 42 Grapple Assembly Hose 25 X80 6FJX 6FJX 48 HD Grapple Assembly Only 90 Elbow 6MBo 6MFS with 060 Orifice 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly 90 Elbow 6MBo 6MFS 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly Cylinder Assembly 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly Cylinder Assembly 48 HD Grapple Assembly with 90 Fittings Grease Fitting Cylinder Guard 50 UNF X 1 25 Hex Capscrew 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly 50 UNF X 1 00 Hex Capscrew 48 HD Grapple Assembly 50 Lock Washer 50 Flat Washer opacer Tube 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly Grapple Fork 36 Grapple Assembly Grapple Fork 42 amp 48 Grapple Assembly Pivot Pin 1 00 x 4 25 38 UNC X 2 25 Hex Capscrew 38 Deformed Lock Nut Pivot Pin 1 00 X 5 13 Pivot Pin 1 00 X 5 50 Bucket with Mounting 31 UNC X 2 25 Hex Capscrew If equipped with hose clamp plate 317 Lock Washer If equipped with hose clamp plate Top Clamp Plate If equipped with hose clamp plate Hose Clamp If equipped with hose clamp plate Bucket with mounting and hydraulic quick couplers are specific to your loader application Contact Factory or your local BRADCO dealer to order these items 75606 10577 1 16 15 2 21 BRUSH GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY 42 48
3. CYLINDER nea TUBE PRY UP AND REMOVE CYLINDER ROD Pry up the end of the gland retaining ring with a pointed tool Rotate the gland with a spanner wrench while re moving the retaining ring NOTE The gland and piston seal s can be pulled out and cut as they appear in the milled slot during disassembly After cutting pull them on out through the milled slot 3 Pull the cylinder rod from the cylinder tube DISCARD CYLINDER ROD RQ p d INSPECT NN P wW GLAND y ero y Q PT nspecr 0 retaining ring DISCARD 4 Inspect the piston and the bore of the cylinder tube for deep scratches or galling If damaged the piston and cylinder tube must be replaced 5 Remove the hex nut piston flat washer or spacer tube if so equipped and gland from the cylinder rod If the cylinder rod is rusty scratched or bent it must be replaced 6 Remove and discard all old seals ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE IMPORTANT Replace all seals even if they do not appear to be damaged Failure to replace all seals may result in premature cylinder failure 1 Install the cylinder rod seal in the gland first Be carefull not to damage the seal in the process as it is some what difficult to install A special installation tool is available to help with installing the seal Simply fit the end of the tool over the seal so that the large prong of the tool is on the outside of the seal and the two smaller prongs on the inside The lip of the
4. 69 1 79 9 75 9 92 1 109 77 2 89 4 84 101 6 56 66 4 75 9 70 5 86 7 109 8 126 122 143 6 109 0 130 1 147 7 107 124 145 168 56 67 77 90 8 104 3 93 5 112 5 116 130 157 2 176 2 120 138 162 6 187 109 129 145 174 8 196 5 140 158 189 7 214 1 56 88 100 119 2 136 100 117 136 158 5 150 168 203 3 227 6 177 199 239 8 269 6 109 J 175 194 237 1 262 9 202 231 273 7 313 56 108 130 146 3 176 2 132 150 178 9 203 3 186 205 252 277 8 206 242 279 1 327 9 109 213 249 288 6 337 4 246 289 333 3 391 6 10360 6 8 95 2 16 75606 SPECIFICATIONS 36 42 8 48 SCRAP GRAPPLES DESCRIPTION A Overall Width B Overall Height C Overall Length Grapple Opening Recommended Operating Pressure PSI Weight lbs Cylinder Specifications BOP a he se 2 00 eters 0 AO mE 4 50 Rod Diameter ennenen eee 1 IB 1 297 SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND WITHOUT LIABILITY THEREFOR 10589 1 16 15 2 75606 17 SPECIFICATIONS 42 48 amp 54 BRUSH GRAPPLES nl Se I WERE ee wa MANN DESCRIPTION A Overall Width B Overall Height C Overall Length Grapple Opening Recommended Operating Pressure PSI Weight Ibs Cylinder Specifications slo ERR Ep a he AAA 1 62 eters 0 AO mE 4 50 Rod Diameter ennenen eee Jo tra 1 12 SPECIFIC
5. LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS OR CLAIM IN AN AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OR AT THE OPTION OF PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PARTICULAR PRODUCT ON WHICH ANY CLAIM OF LOSS OR DAMAGE IS BASED THIS LIMITATION OF LIABILITY APPLIES IRRESPECTIVE OF WHETHER THE CLAIM IS BASED ON BREACH OF CONTRACT BREACH OF WARRANTY NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER CAUSE AND WHETHER THE ALLEGED DEFECT IS DISCOVERABLE OR LATENT Attachment Technologies Inc a subsidiary of Paladin Brands Holding Inc PBHI is referred to herein as Paladin Light Construction February 10 2010 75606 19 5 GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY 36 42 amp 48 SCRAP GRAPPLE ASSEMBLIES ax NS DS HOSE CLAMP Le E TER POEM AN PLATE ON SOME i PAS HEAVY DUTY Mi SCRAP GRAPPLES Re ONLY SZ 10576 6 20 75606 10 11 13 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 ANN Xue mA ECHT X x X SCRAP GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY 36 42 amp 48 SCRAP GRAPPLE ASSEMBLIES PART NO 30324 3269 30383 38374 38409 38374 38409 30323 30204 107174 106808 6616 106828 1339 1338 1505 1516 107181 107166 106810 2005471 1048 1837 106814 2005476 1027 1502 103184 103181 DESCRIPTION Male Coupler Female Coupler Straight Connector 6MFS 8MBo 36 amp 42 Grapple Assembly Straight Connector 6MJ 8MBo 48 HD Grapple Assembly Straight Connector 6
6. injected with hydraulic fluid may de velop gangrene or other permanent disabilities If injured by injected fluid see a doctor at once Stop the engine and relieve pressure before connecting or disconnecting lines Tighten all connections before starting engine or pressurizing lines CARDBOARD MAGNIFYING GLASS HYDRAULIC HOSE OR FITTING 9451 2 14 13 3 75606 13 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE CYLINDER SEAL REPLACEMENT The following information is provided to assist you in the event you should need to repair or rebuild a hy draulic cylinder When working on hydraulic cylinders make sure that the work area and tools are clean and free of dirt to prevent contamination of the hydraulic system and damage to the hydraulic cylinders Always protect the active part of the cylinder rod the chrome section Nicks or scratches on the surface of the rod could result in cylinder failure Clean all parts thoroughly with a cleaning solvent before reassembly DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE IMPORTANT Do not contact the active surface of the cylinder rod with the vise Damage to the rod could result RETAINING RING TYPE GLAND 1 Mount the cylinder tube securely in a vise NOTICE Do not clamp too tight and distort the tube 2 Rotate the gland with a spanner wrench available from your dealer until the gland retaining ring appears in the milled slot nn p A X RING CYLINDER TUBE GLAND RETAINING SPANNER K WRENCH CYLINDER
7. seal should be facing towards the tool Rotate the handles on the tool around to wrap the seal around the end of the tool END VIEW LARGE PRONG HANDLES END VIEW INSTALLATION TOOL Y A Y 5 CYLINDER ROD SEAL CYLINDER ROD SEAL ROTATE CYLINDER ROD SEAL HANDLES lip towards tool 10530 76 14 75606 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Now insert the seal into the gland from the inner end Position the seal in its INNER END groove and release and remove the tool Press the seal into its seat the rest of OF GLAND the way by hand INSTALLATION TOOL DA NOTE Threaded gland is shown in diagram for reference only UN 2 Install the new piston ring rod wiper O rings and backup washers if O RING SIDE applicable on the piston Be careful not to damage the seals Caution must be CYLINDER ROD SEAL used when installing the piston ring The ring must be stretched carefully over the piston with a smooth round pointed tool 2 Slide the gland onto the cylinder rod being careful not to damage the rod wiper Then install the spacer or flat washer if so equipped small O ring piston and hex nut onto the end of the cylinder rod 3 Secure the cylinder rod mounting end in a vise with a support at its center ere Torque the nut to the amount shown on the chart for the thread diameter of the cylinder rod see chart Thread Diameter POUNDS FEET 7 8 150 200 2 230 325 1
8. the manufacturer SAFELY MAINTAIN AND REPAIR EQUIPMENT e Do not wear loose clothing or any accessories that can catch in moving parts If you have long hair cover or secure it so that it does not become entangled in the equipment e Work on a level surface in a well lit area e Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools e Use the correct tools for the job at hand Make sure they are in good condition for the task required e Wear the protective equipment specified by the tool manufacturer SAFELY OPERATE 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 require ments See your machine s manual for these instructions e Keep all step plates grab bars pedals and controls free of dirt grease debris and oil e Never allow anyone to be around the equipment when it is operating e Do not allow riders on the attachment or the prime mover e Do not operate the equipment from anywhere other than the correct operator s position Never leave equipment unattended with the engine running or with this attach ment in a raised position e Do not alter or remove any safety feature from the prime mover or this attach ment e Know your work site safety rules as well as traffic rules and flow When in doubt on any safety issue contact your supervisor or safety coordinator for an explana tion 10340 8 16
9. 05 7 EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING KNOW WHERE UTILITIES ARE Observe overhead electrical and other utility lines Be sure equipment will clear them When digging call your local utilities for location of buried utility lines gas water and sewer as well as any other hazard you may encounter OPERATING THE GRAPPLE BUCKET Do not exceed the lifting capacity of your prime mover e Operate only from the operator s station e When operating on slopes drive up and down not across Avoid steep hillside operation which could cause the prime mover to overturn e Reduce speed when driving over rough terrain on a slope or turning to avoid overturning the vehicle e An operator must not use drugs or alcohol which can change his or her alert ness or coordination An operator taking prescription or over the counter drugs should seek medical advice on whether or not he or she can safely operate equipment e Before exiting the prime mover lower the attachment to the ground turn off the prime mover s engine remove the key and apply the brakes e Never heap load heavy material where the combined weight of the bucket and material could exceed the rated lifting capacity of the loader e Be sure the load does not stick out too far in front of the bucket A light load stick ing out too far can have the same tipping effect as a heavy load carried in close e When using the grapple lift the load slightly and make sure that
10. 1 8 350 480 0 1 1 4 490 670 1 3 8 670 900 4 Thread Diameter WITH 1 25 Rod Diameter Min 230 ft lbs 250 ft Ibs ASHE GLAND RETAINING ROD LUBRICATE ROTATE GOMPLETEB ASSEMBLY STON INSERT SPANNER WRENCH IMPORTANT Do not contact the active surface of the cylinder rod with the vise Damage to the rod could result TEFLON CYLINDER GLAND RETAINING IMPORTANT Ensure that the piston ring fits squarely into the cylinder tube and piston groove otherwise the ring may be damaged and a leak will occur 4 Apply a lubricant such as Lubriplate 105 to the piston and teflon ring Insert the cylinder rod assembly nto the cylinder tube 9 Rotate the gland with a spanner wrench until the hole drilled into the retaining slot of the gland appears in the milled slot of the cylinder tube Insert the hooked end of the gland retaining rod into the hole Rotate the gland until the gland retaining rod forms a ring between the gland and the cylinder tube When com plete the bent end of the gland retainer ring should be hidden not turned so it is exposed in the slot to prevent it from popping out WARNING Cylinders serviced in the field are to be tested for leakage prior to the attachment being placed in work Failure to test rebuilt cylinders could result in damage to the cylinder and or A the attachment cause severe personal injury or even death 10531 6 75606 15
11. 6 50 Hard Flat Washer 3 1 107179 36 Cutting Edge Single Bevel 4 4 10120 50 UNC X 1 75 Plow Bolt 42 BOLT ON CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLY 107157 REQ D PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 5 1841 50 UNC Deformed Oval Lock Nut 2 5 1646 50 Hard Flat Washer 3 1 107180 42 Cutting Edge Single Bevel 4 5 10120 50 UNC X 1 75 Plow Bolt 48 BOLT ON CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLY 107158 ITEM REQ D PARTNO DESCRIPTION 1 1841 50 UNC Deformed Oval Lock Nut 2 5 1646 50 Hard Flat Washer 3 1 106813 48 Cutting Edge Single Bevel A 5 10120 50 UNC X 1 75 Plow Bolt 48 BOLT ON CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLY 105866 ITEM REQ D PARTNO DESCRIPTION 1 5 1641 50 UNC Deformed Oval Lock Nut 2 5 1646 50 Hard Flat Washer 4 5 10120 50 X 1 75 Plow Bolt 5 1 105857 48 Cutting Edge Double Bevel 10593 6 9 06 75606 29
12. ATIONS AND DESIGN ARE SUBJECT CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND WITHOUT LIABILITY THEREFOR 10590 1 16 15 2 18 75606 Limited Warranty Except for the Excluded Products as described below all new products are warranted to be free from defects in material and or workmanship during the Warranty Period in accordance with and subject to the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty 1 Excluded Products The following products are excluded from this Limited Warranty a Any cable part that engages with the ground i e sprockets digging chain bearing teeth tamping and or demolition head blade cutting edge pilot bit auger teeth and broom brush that either constitutes or is part of a product b Any product merchandise or component that in the opinion of Paladin Light Construction has been i misused ii modified in any unauthorized manner iii altered iv damaged v involved in an accident or vi repaired using parts not obtained through Paladin Light Construction 2 Warranty Period The Limited Warranty is provided only to those defects that occur during the Warranty Period which is the period that begins on the first to occur of i the date of initial purchase by an end user ii the date the product is first leased or rented or iii the date that is six 6 months after the date of shipment by Paladin Light Construction as evidenced by the invoiced shipment date the Commencement Date and ends on the da
13. BOLT TORQUE BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATION TABLE Use the following torques when special torques are not given These values apply to fasteners as received from suppliers dry or when lubricated with normal engine oil They do not apply if special graphited or moly disulphide greases or other extreme pressure lubricants are used This applies to both UNF and UNC threads Remember to always use grade five or better when replacing bolts IMPORTANT On all PLATED GRADE 8 bolts reduce torque 15 from listed bolt torque specification SAE Grade No Bolt head identification marks as per grade NOTE Manufacturing Marks Will Bolt Size Vary Pounds Feet TORQUE Newton Meters 8 amp 59 9 TORQUE TORQUE Pounds Feet Newton Meters Pounds Feet Newton Meters EE PAM MID eee QM 2 7 1 390 E E M C E E E S 3 8 7 16 1 2 METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Coarse Thread 84 e 88 1085 1193 1 1440 1796 1968 Cna o 55 168 1820 2000 2468 14601680 1980 aera 2380 2720 3598 roo 265 2983 3160 350 4285 4827 Thick Nuts must be used with Grade 8 bolts Fine Thread asma REI ME NE Pitch mm _ 109 88 38 19 23 29 8 25 7 36 6 56 27 1 33 9 27 1 39 3 46 1 54 2 47 4 63 7 109 0 51 5 62 3 54 2 70 5 56 37 9 46 1 42 55 6
14. Cylinder Rod Cylinder Gland Cylinder Tube Washer Piston Hex Nut Torque to 150 200 ft Ibs Rod Wiper Back Up Washer O Ring Cylinder Gland Retaining Ring Back Up Washer O Ring O Ring O Ring Piston Ring NOTE All parts marked with an asterisk are included in Seal Kit 4990 Parts are not sold separately 75606 10583 5 30 06 25 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 106808 N q 14 15 5 30 06 10584 75606 26 REQ D 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 1 8 1 9 1 10 1 11 1 12 1 13 1 14 1 106812 57330 106811 52644 88431 1482 4974 7164 45219 4634 4633 4635 4637 4636 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 106808 DESCRIPTION Cylinder Rod Cylinder Gland Cylinder Tube Washer Piston Hex Nut Torque to 150 200 ft Ibs Rod Wiper Cylinder Gland Retaining Ring Poly Pak Seal Back Up Washer O Ring O Ring O Ring Piston Ring NOTE parts marked with an asterisk are included in Seal Kit 745136 Parts are not sold separately 75606 10585 5 30 06 27 OPTIONAL CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLIES 6 6 Ce 4 ue E pn gt ARE ARE ARE ARE KA 10592 6 9 06 28 75606 OPTIONAL CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLIES 36 BOLT ON CUTTING EDGE ASSEMBLY 107156 REQ D PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 4 1841 50 UNC Deformed Oval Lock Nut 2 4 164
15. W YOUR EQUIPMENT Know your equipment s capabilities dimensions and operations before operating Visually inspect your equipment before you start and never operate equipment that is not in proper working order with all safety devices intact Check all hardware to ensure it is tight Make certain that all locking pins latches and connection devices are properly installed and secured Remove and replace any damaged fatigued or excessively worn parts Make certain all safety decals are in place and are legible Keep decals clean and replace them if they become worn or hard to read 10338 8 16 05 5 WARNING WARNING WARNING HYDRAULIC HOSE OR FITTING GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS Always wear proper safety glasses goggles or a face shield when driving pins in or out or when any operation causes dust flying debris or any other hazardous mate rial LOWER OR SUPPORT RAISED EQUIPMENT Do not work under raised booms without supporting them Do not use support mate rial made of concrete blocks logs buckets barrels or any other material that could suddenly collapse or shift positions Make sure support material is solid not de cayed warped twisted or tapered Lower booms to ground level or on blocks Lower booms and attachments to the ground before leaving the cab or operator s station USE CARE WITH HYDRAULIC FLUID PRESSURE Hydraulic fluid under pressure can p
16. YOUR ATTENTION TO INSTRUCTIONS INVOLVING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY OR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH A DANGER THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH NOTICE WARNING 75606 WILL RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY WARNING THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY A CAUTION THIS SIGNAL WORD IS USED WHERE MINOR INJURY COULD RESULT IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED PROPERLY NOTICE INDICATES A PROPERTY DAMAGE MESSAGE GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ MANUAL PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Improper installation operation or maintenance of this equipment could result in serious injury or death Operators and maintenance personnel should read this man ual as well as all manuals related to this equipment and the prime mover thoroughly before beginning installation operation or maintenance FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL AND THE PRIME MOVER S MANUAL S 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 KNO
17. amp 54 BRUSH GRAPPLE ASSEMBLIES 10578 5 25 06 75606 Bucket with mounting and hydraulic quick couplers are specific to your loader application Contact Factory or your local BRADCO dealer to order these items 75606 I 2 lA AA a BRUSH GRAPPLE ASSEMBLY 42 48 amp 54 BRUSH GRAPPLE ASSEMBLIES PART NO 30324 38374 38374 30323 30204 107174 6616 106828 1339 1505 1516 107181 106810 2005471 1048 18637 106814 2005476 DESCRIPTION Male Coupler Female Coupler Straight Connector 6MFS 8MBo Hose 25 X 72 6FFS 6FFS Hose 25 X 72 6FFS 6FFS 90 Elbow 6MBo 6MFS with 060 Orifice 90 Elbow 6MBo 6MFS Cylinder Assembly Grease Fitting Cylinder Guard 50 UNF X 1 25 Hex Capscrew 50 Lock Washer 90 Flat Washer Spacer Tube Grapple Fork Pivot Pin 1 00 x 4 25 38 UNC X 2 25 Hex Capscrew 38 Deformed Lock Nut Pivot Pin 1 00 X 5 13 Pivot Pin 1 00 X 5 50 Bucket with Mounting 10579 1 16 15 2 23 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 107174 q 11 12 13 14 15 7 5 30 06 10582 75606 24 REQ D 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 1 8 1 9 1 10 1 11 1 12 1 13 1 14 1 15 1 107176 50547 107175 52644 50546 1482 4981 4579 4580 8177 4988 4987 4635 4985 4984 CYLINDER ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 107174 DESCRIPTION
18. d manufactured to give you many years of dependable service Only minor mainte nance such as cleaning and lubricating is required to keep it in top working condition Be sure to observe all maintenance procedures and safety precautions in this manual and on any safety decals located on the product and on any equipment on which the attachment is mounted This manual has been designed to help you do a better safer job Read this manual care fully and become familiar with its contents WARNING Never let anyone operate this unit without reading the Safety Precautions and Operating Instructions sections of this manual Always choose hard level ground to park the vehicle on and set the brake so the unit cannot roll Unless noted otherwise right and left sides are determined from the operator s control posi tion when facing the attachment NOTE The illustrations and data used in this manual were current according to the infor mation available to us at the time of printing however we reserve the right to redesign and change the attachment as may be necessary without notification BEFORE OPERATION The primary responsibility for safety with this equipment falls to the operator Make sure the equipment is operated only by trained individuals that have read and understand this manual If there is any portion of this manual or function you do not understand contact your local authorized dealer or the manufacturer to obtain further assis
19. enetrate the skin and cause serious injury or death Hydraulic leaks under pressure may not be visible Before connecting or dis connecting hydraulic hoses read your prime mover s operator s manual for detailed instructions on connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses or fittings e Keep unprotected body parts such as face eyes and arms as far away as possible from a suspected leak Flesh injected with hydraulic fluid may develop gangrene or other permanent disabilities e If injured by injected fluid see a doctor at once If your doctor is not familiar with this type of injury ask him to research it immediately to determine proper treat ment e Wear safety glasses protective clothing and use a piece of cardboard or wood when searching for hydraulic leaks DO NOT USE YOUR HANDS SEE ILLUSTRATION CARDBOARD MAGNIFYING GLASS 10339 8 16 05 75606 WARNING 4 WARNING 75606 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DO NOT MODIFY MACHINE OR ATTACHMENTS Modifications may weaken the integrity of the attachment and may impair the func tion safety life and performance of the attachment When making repairs use only the manufacturer s genuine parts following authorized instructions Other parts may be substandard in fit and quality Never modify any ROPS Roll Over Protection Structure or FOPS Falling Object Protective Structure equipment or device Any modifications must be authorized in writing by
20. ep all persons and objects clear O ihi mood while any part of this machine is in motion Keep all components in good repair PART 40149 PART 40152 DANGER PINCH POINT WARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID NOTE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER FOR MODEL NUMBER AND LOGO DECALS 10581 2 10 75606 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTALLATION Your Grapple Bucket was shipped complete with the appropriate mounting for your spe cific unit and with the hydraulic hoses and couplers installed Install the grapple bucket by following your power unit operator s manual for installing an attachment WARNING To Avoid Serious Personal Injury make sure the grapple bucket is securely latched to the attachment mechanism of your unit Failure to do so could result in separation of the attachment from the unit Connect the hydraulic quick couplers to the auxiliary hydraulics and route the hoses in such a fashion as to prevent chafing and pinching Start engine and slowly cycle the cylinder several times to purge system of air and check for proper hydraulic connection hose routing and hose length Check the attachment for proper assembly installation and hydraulic leaks DETACHING On firm level ground close the grapple and lower the boom arms completely down on the frame until the attachment is level and approximately 2 off the ground Turn off the engine Move the control levers back and forth to relieve pressure in line Disconnect couple
21. ment 10588 6 8 75606 DECALS DECAL PLACEMENT GENERAL INFORMATION The diagrams on this page shows the location of the decals used on the BRADCO scrap Grapples and Brush Grapples The decals are identified by their part numbers with reductions of the actual decals located on the following page Use this information to order re placements for lost or damaged decals Be sure to read all decals before operating the attach ment They contain information you need to know for both safety and product longevity SCRAP GRAPPLE BUCKET BRUSH GRAPPLE BUCKET SERIAL TAG LOCATION SERIAL TAG LOCATION 40149 a 40149 IMPORTANT Keep all safety decals clean and legible Replace all missing illegible or dam aged safety decals When replacing parts with safety decals attached the safety decals must also be replaced REPLACING SAFETY DECALS Clean the area of application with nonflammable solvent then wash the same area with soap and water Allow the surface to fully dry Remove the back ing from the safety decal exposing the adhesive surface Apply the safety decal to the position shown in the diagram above and smooth out any bubbles 10580 1 16 15 2 75606 9 DECALS DANGER AWARNING HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD To prevent serious injury or death Le Relieve pressure on system before To prevent serious Injury or death repairing or adjusting or disconnecting from pinching Wear proper hand and eye protection Ke
22. omponent failure Never heap load heavy material where the combined weight of the bucket A and material could exceed the rated lifting capacity of the loader ST Be sure the load does not stick out too far in front of the bucket A light load sticking out too far can have the same tipping effect as a heavy load carried in close Operate the attachment only when properly seated at the operator s station Do not exceed the lift capacity of your loader See loader specifications When using the grapple lift the load slightly and make sure that the load is secure If the load appears to be unstable lower the load open the grapple and reposition the load to attain full stability Reduce speed when driving over rough terrain on a slope or turning to avoid overturning the vehicle Avoid side slope travel whenever possible Drive up the slope to pick up a load and then down in reverse Carry loads as close to the ground as pos sible Before exiting the prime mover lower the bucket to the ground turn off the prime mover s engine remove the key and apply the brakes ORAGE Clean the unit thoroughly removing all mud dirt and grease Inspect for visible signs of wear breakage or damage Order any parts required and make the necessary repairs to avoid delays when starting next season Tighten loose nuts capscrews and hydraulic connections Seal hydraulic system from contaminants and secure all hydraulic hoses off the gro
23. rs NOTE Connect couplers together or install caps to prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system Follow your power unit operator s manual for detaching removing an attachment NOTE Frequent lubrication of grease fittings at the end of the cylinder and pivot points with a multi purpose grease will greatly increase life of the product OPERATION All scrap grapple and brush grapple buckets are designed to pick up bulky unusually shaped or long materials that would not stay in an ordinary bucket 1 Approach the load in such a fashion that the weight will be centered on the floor of the bucket The heaviest side should be closest to the back of the bucket and not near the bucket edge 2 Before lifting make certain the bucket is completely under the load and the bucket floor is level 3 Close the grapples to their fullest extent possible and lift the bucket slightly to be certain that the load is secure NOTE If the load appears to be unstable lower the bucket to the ground open the grap ples and reposition the load to attain full stability Repeat until full stability is achieved When using the grapples as a rake to drag materials into position for pick up THE GRAPPLES MUST BE COMPLETELY OPEN 10586 2 75606 11 INSTALLATION AND OPERATION NOTICE Applying a raking type force to partially open grapples will greatly magnify the fluid pressure in the hydraulic hoses fittings and cylinders and may cause c
24. tance Keep this manual available for reference Provide the manual to any new owners and or operators SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This is the Safety Alert Symbol used by this industry This symbol is used to warn A of possible injury Be sure to read all warnings carefully They are included for your safety and for the safety of others working with you SERVICE Use only manufacturer replacement parts Substitute parts may not meet the required stan dards Record the model and serial number of your unit on the cover of this manual The parts department needs this information to insure that you receive the correct parts SOUND AND VIBRATION Sound pressure levels and vibration data for this attachment are influenced by many different param eters some items are listed below not inclusive e prime mover type age condition with or without cab enclosure and configuration e operator training behavior stress level e job site organization working material condition environment Based on the uncertainty of the prime mover operator and job site it is not possible to get precise ma chine and operator sound pressure levels or vibration levels for this attachment NOTE Alist of all Paladin Patents can be found at http www paladinattachments com patents asp 10344 7 31 13 4 75606 3 THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY BLANK 75606 SAFETY STATEMENTS THIS SYMBOL BY ITSELF OR WITH A WARNING WORD THROUGHOUT THIS MAN UAL IS USED TO CALL
25. te that is twelve 12 months after the Commencement Date 9 Terms and Conditions of Limited Warranty The following terms and conditions apply to the Limited Warranty hereby provided a Option to Repair or Replace Paladin Light Construction shall have the option to repair or replace the product b Timely Repair and Notice In order to obtain the Limited Warranty i the product must be repaired within thirty 30 days from the date of failure and ii a claim under the warranty must be submitted to Paladin Light Construction in writing within thirty 30 days from the date of repair Return of Defective Part or Product If requested by Paladin Light Construction the alleged defective part or product shall be shipped to Paladin Light Construction at its manufacturing facility or other location specified by Paladin Light Construction with freight PRE PAID by the claimant to allow Paladin Light Construction to inspect the part or product Claims that fail to comply with any of the above terms and conditions shall be denied LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ANY WARRANTY BASED ON A COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE IN NO EVENT SHALL PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES IN NO EVENT SHALL PALADIN LIGHT CONSTRUCTION BE
26. the load is secure If the load appears to be unstable lower the load open the grapple and reposition the load to attain full stability TRANSFOR TG THE GRAPPLE BUCKET Travel only with the attachment in a safe transport position to prevent uncon trolled movement Drive slowly over rough ground and on slopes e When driving on public roads use safety lights reflectors Slow Moving Vehicle signs etc to prevent accidents Check local government regulations that may affect you e Do not drive close to ditches excavations etc cave in could result e not smoke when refueling the prime mover Allow room in the gas tank for expansion Wipe up any spilled fuel Secure cap tightly when done THE GRAPPLE BUCKET Before performing maintenance lower the attachment to the ground turn off the engine remove the key and apply the brakes e Never perform any work on the attachment unless you are authorized and quali fied to do so Always read the operator service manual s before any repair is made After completing maintenance or repair check for correct functioning of the attachment If not functioning properly always tag DO NOT OPERATE until all problems are corrected e Worn damaged or illegible safety decals must be replaced New safety decals can be ordered from BRADCO e Never make hydraulic repairs while the system is under pressure Serious per sonal injury or death could result e Never work under a raised attach
27. und to help prevent damage Coat the exposed portions of the cylinder rod with grease Replace decals that are damaged or in unreadable condition Store the unit in a dry and protected place Leaving the unit outside will materially shorten its life Additional Precautions for Long Term Storage Touch up all unpainted surfaces with paint to prevent rust REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Remove cover Wash unit and replace any damaged and or missing parts Lubricate grease fittings Check hydraulic hoses for damage and replace as necessary 10587 1 16 15 2 12 75606 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GENERAL INFORMATION Regular maintenance is the key to long equipment life and safe operation Maintenance requirements have been reduced to an absolute minimum However it is very important that these maintenance functions be performed as described below Procedure Daily Every 40 Hours Check all bolts and nuts for tightness o Replace any missing bolts or nuts with approved replacement parts v Ene esee below repair as necessary RS WARNING Escaping hydraulic diesel fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than hands to search for suspected leaks A Keep unprotected body parts such as face eyes and arms as far away as possible from a suspected leak Flesh
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