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7214 MSL
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Loader
Published 12/04 Part No. F-3778
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
This Operator’s Manual is an integral part of the safe operation
of this machine and must be maintained with the unit at all
times. READ, UNDERSTAND, and FOLLOW the safety and
Operation Instructions contained in this manual before
operating the equipment.
RHINO
®
1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL, 60936
800-446-5158
Email: parts@servis-rhino.com
© 2004 Alamo Group, Inc.
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TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER
All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded
operator who recognizes the potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has
designed this implement to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached to minimize the chance of
accidents.
BEFORE YOU START!!
SAFETY HAZARD SIGNAL WORDS
There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by signal words
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The level of hazard
intensity is identified by the following definitions.
Read the safety messages on the implement and shown in your manual. Observe
the rules of safety and common sense!
DANGER
DANGER - Immediate hazards which will result in severe
injury or death.
WARNING
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor personal injury or death.
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS
CAUTION
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor personal injury or property damage.
INVOLVED!
PELIGRO
LEA EL INSTRUCTIVO
Si No Lee Ingles, Pida Ayuda a Alguien Que
Si Lo Lea Que le Traduzca las Medidas de
Seguridad.
Read and understand the complete Warranty Statement found in this Manual. Fill out the Warranty Registration Form in full
and return it within 30 Days. Make certain the Serial Number of the Machine is recorded on the Warranty Card and on the
Warranty Form that you retain. The use of will-fit parts will void your warranty and can cause catastrophic failure with
possible injury or death.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SECTION
Safety Precautions
Safety Hazard Signal Words
Decal Locations
Safety Decals
INTRODUCTION SECTION
Introduction
Specifications
ASSEMBLY SECTION
Dismounting and Mounting Loader to Tractor
Mounting Attachment To Loader, Dismounting Attachment From Loader
OPERATION SECTION
Preparing Tractor, Operating Loader, Filling Bucket
Lifting Load, Carrying Load, Dumping Bucket, Lowering Bucket..............4-3
Operating Float Control, Loading From Bank .......................4-4
Peeling & Scraping, Loading Truck & Spreaders From Pile, Backfilling ..........4-5
Handling Large Heavy Objects ...............................4-6
Operating Grapple Fork ..................................4-7
Operating Bale Spear ...................................4-10
Operation of MSL......................................4-11
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1-7
1-8
1-10
2-1
2-2
2-3
3-1
3-2
3-3
4-1
4-2
MAINTENANCE SECTION .....................................5-1
Daily Maintenance
Lift Cylinder Service
Tilt Cylinder Service
Replacing Wear Bushings
Adjusting Bucket Level Indicator
Hydraulic Trouble Shooting
Torque Chart
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5-3
5-4
5-5
5-5
5-6
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A careful operator operates best. Most accidents can be
avoided by observing certain precautions. Read all
precautions that follow before operating your tractor and
loader to help prevent accidents. Equipment should be
operated only by those who are responsible and instructed to
do so.
GENERAL
1. Read your Operator 's Manuals carefully before using tractor
SAFETY
or loader. Lack of operating knowledge can lead to accidents.
2. Replace damaged or illegible safety decals. See pages 1-10
& 1-11 for required decals.
3. Operate tractor and loader only from operator 's seat.
TRACTOR
1. Use an approved roll bar and seat belt for safe operation.
Overturning a tractor without a rollbar can result in death or
injury. If your tractor is not equipped with a rollbar and seat
belt, see your Tractor Dealer.
2. Equip your tractor with FOPS (Falling Object Protective
Structure) before installing or operating loader.
3. Always use seat belt when rollbar is installed. Do not use seat
belt if rollbar is removed from tractor.
4. Add recommended wheel ballast and/or rear weight as
recommended in owner 's manual to provide good stability.
5. Move rear wheels to widest settings recommended to
increase stability.
6. Move and turn tractor at low speeds.
LOADER
1. Improper use of a loader can cause serious injury or death.
2. Do not lift or carry anybody on loader, in bucket or on
attachment.
3. Never allow anyone to get under loader bucket or reach
through lift arms when bucket is raised.
4. Do not walk or work under a raised loader or bucket or
attachment unless it is securely blocked or held in position.
5. Avoid overhead wires and obstacles when loader is raised.
Contacting electric lines can cause electrocution.
6. Make sure all parked loaders are on a hard, level surface.
Engage all safety devices.
OPERATING LOADER
1. As owner of this loader, it is your responsibility to be certain
anyone operating this loader has read this manual first to be
aware of safe operation of your tractor and loader.
2. Exercise caution when operating any loader with a raised
loaded bucket or fork.
3. Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes. They can be dangerous for
loader operation or movement.
4. Use care when operating on steep grades to maintain proper
stability. Always carry bucket or attachment as low as
possible.
5. Allow for loader length when making turns.
6. Stop loader arms gradually when lowering or lifting.
7. Use caution when handling loose or shiftable loads.
8. Carry bucket or attachment at a low position during transport
for better visibility.
9. When parking or servicing, lower bucket to ground, stop
engine and set park brakes before leaving tractor seat.
10. Operate loader controls only when properly seated at
controls.
11. Using front end loaders without special attachments for
handling large heavy objects such as large round or
rectangular bales, logs and oil drums is NOT
RECOMMENDED.
12. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely dangerous
due to:
Danger of rolling tractor over.
Danger of upending tractor.
Danger of objects rolling or sliding down loader arms onto
operator.
13. If you must perform this sort of work (see 12 above), protect
yourself by:
Use proper attachments only.
Never lift load higher than necessary to clear ground when
moving.
Ballast tractor rear to compensate for load.
Never lift large objects with equipment that does not have
an anti-rollback device.
Move slowly and carefully, avoiding rough terrain.
MAINTENANCE
1. When servicing or replacing pins in cylinder ends, buckets,
etc., always use a drift and hammer of non-sparking material.
Failure to do so could result in injury from flying metal
fragments.
2. Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter
loader or any of its components or any loader function without
first consulting your Dealer. If you have any questions
regarding loader modifications contact your Rhino Dealer.
3. Always wear safety goggles when servicing or repairing
tractor or loader.
4. Escaping hydraulic/diesel fluid under pressure can penetrate
skin causing serious personal injury.
DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of
cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
Stop engine and relieve pressure before connecting or
disconnecting hydraulic or diesel lines.
Tighten all connections before starting engine or
pressurizing lines.
If any fluid is injected into skin, obtain medical attention
immediately or gangrene may result.
5. Do not tamper with relief valve setting. Valve relief is factory-
set. Changing relief setting can cause overloading of your
tractor or loader and serious operator injury may result.
Whenever you see this symbol
It means:
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BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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PELIGRO!
DANGER!
WARNING!
WARNING!
Si no lee Ingles, pida ayuda a alguien que si Io
lea para que Ie traduzca las medidas de
seguridad.
SAFETY
Never operate the Power Unit or Implement until you have read
and completely understand this Manual, the Power Unit Operators
Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual or
on the Power Unit and Implement. Learn how to stop the Power
Unit engine suddenly in an emergency. Never allow inexperienced
or untrained personnel too operate the Power Unit and Implement
without supervision. Make sure the operator has fully read and
understood the manuals prior to operation.
Always maintain the safety decals in good readable condition. If
the decals are missing, damaged, or unreadable, obtain and install
replacement decals immediately.
Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) sign is installed in such a way as to be clearly
visible and legible. When transporting the Equipment use the Power Unit flashing warning lights and
follow all local traffic regulations.
WARNING!
WARNING!
DANGER!
Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an
approved roll-over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat
belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the
tractorparticularly during a turnover when the operator could be
pinned under the Operator Protective Structure.
Do not modify or alter this Implement. Do not permit anyone to
modify or alter this Implement, any of its components or any
Implement function.
BEFORE leaving the Power Unit seat, always engage the brake and/or set the Power Unit
transmission in parking gear, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the key, and
wait for all moving parts to stop. Place the Power Unit shift lever into a low range or parking gear to
prevent the tractor from rolling. Never dismount a Power Unit that is moving or while the engine is
running. Operate the Power Unit controls from the operator seat only.
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DANGER!
SAFETY
DANGER!
DANGER!
Never allow children to operate or ride on the Power Unit or Implement.
Do not mount the Power Unit while the Power Unit is moving. Mount the
Power Unit only when the Power Unit and all moving parts are completely
stopped.
Start the Power Unit only when properly seated in the Power Unit seat.
Starting a Power Unit in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Power
Unit operator's manual for proper starting instructions.
DANGER!
WARNING!
WARNING!
Never work under the Implement, the framework, or any lifted component
unless the Implement is securely supported or blocked up to prevent
sudden or inadvertent falling which could cause serious injury or even
death.
The operator and all support personnel should wear hard hats, safety
shoes, safety glasses, and proper hearing protection at all times for
protection from injury including injury from items thrown by the
equipment.
PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE
PERMANENT HEARING LOSS!
attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent hearing loss.
We recommend that you always wear hearing protection if the noise in
the Operators position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db over an extended
period of time will cause severe hearing loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to
the Operator over an extended period of time will cause permanent or
total hearing loss.
saws, radios, and other such sources close to the ear] is cumulative over
a lifetime without hope of natural recovery
Note: Hearing loss from loud noise [from tractors, chain
Tractors with or without an Implement
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DANGER!
DANGER!
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil leaking. Oil is expensive
and its presence could present a hazard. Do not check for leaks with your
hand! Use a piece of heavy paper or cardboard. High- pressure oil streams
from breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage
including gangrene. If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated
immediately by a physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result
from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Power
Unit and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and
highways. Make sure the Power Unit steering and brakes are in good
condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Power Unit and Implement, determine the safe
transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the
following rules:
1. Test the Power Unit at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of
the Power Unit and Implement.
As you increase the speed of the Power Unit the stopping distance
increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and
this Equipment.
2. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed
through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a
higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning
sharply to prevent the Power Unit and Implement from turning over.
Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and this equipment
before operating on roads or uneven ground.
SAFETY
WARNING!
WARNING!
3. Only transport the Power Unit and Implement at the speeds that you
have determined are safe and which allow you to properly control the
equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Power Unit with
weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick
roads, the braking distance increases: Use extreme care and reduce your
speed. When operating in traffic always use the Power Unit's flashing
warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of the traffic around you
and watch out for the other guy.
Never attempt to lubricate, adjust, or remove material from the Implement
while it is in motion or while Power Unit engine is running. Make sure the
Power Unit engine is off before working on the Implement!
Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace when necessary
with authorized service parts. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken
parts, and leaky or loose fittings. Make sure all pins have cotter pins and
washers. Serious injury may occur from not maintaining this machine in
good working order.
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WARNING!
SAFETY
DANGER!
DANGER!
DANGER!
Always read carefully and comply fully with the manufacturers
instructions when handling oil, solvents, cleansers, and any other
chemical agent.
Never run the Power Unit engine in a closed building or without adequate
ventilation. The exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.
KEEP AWAY FROM ROTATING ELEMENTS
and possible serious injury or death.
Never allow children to play on or around Power Unit or Implement.
Children can slip or fall off the Equipment and be injured or killed.
Children can cause the Implement to shift or fall crushing themselves or
others.
to prevent entanglement
WARNING!
DANGER!
DANGER!
Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO
speeds can cause Implement driveline failures resulting in serious injury.
NEVER use drugs or alcohol
Power Unit and Implement. Drugs and alcohol will affect an operators
alertness and coordination and therefore affect the operators ability to
operate the equipment safely. Before operating the Power Unit or
Implement, an operator on prescription or over-the-counter medication
must consult a medical professional regarding any side effects of the
medication that would hinder their ability to operate the Equipment
safely.
NEVER
their alertness or coordination is impaired. Serious injury or death to the
operator or others could result if the operator is under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
Operate the Power Unit and/or Implement controls only while properly
seated in the operator's seat with the seat belt securely fastened around
you. Inadvertent movement of the Power Unit or Implement may cause
serious injury or death.
knowingly allow anyone to operate this equipment when
immediately before or while operating the
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WARNING!
DANGER!
DANGER!
WARNING!
Never interfere with factory-set hydraulic calibrations. Any change in
calibration could cause a failure of the equipment and result in injury.
SAFETY
Always shut the Power Unit completely down, place the transmission in
park, and set the parking brake before you or anyone else attempts to
connect or disconnect the Loader.
Never crawl under a raised implement supported solely by the Power Unit
boom. Release of the control lever or mechanical failure will result in the
Implement falling and possible injury or death. Always securely block up
the Implement before crawling underneath to perform repairs and
service.
Relieve hydraulic pressure prior to doing any maintenance or repair work
on the implement. Place the Loader on the ground or securely supported
on blocks or stands, disengage the auxiliary hydraulics and turn off
engine. Push and pull the control levers several times to relieve pressure
prior to starting any maintenance or repair work.
SAFETY HAZARD SIGNAL WORDS
There are three levels of hazard intensity identified by
signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The
level of hazard intensity is identified by the following
definitions.
!
DANGER
injury or death.
- Immediate hazards which will result in severe
WARNING
WARNING
in minor personal injury or death.
- Hazards or unsafe practices which could result
CAUTION
CAUTION
in minor personal injury or property damage.
- Hazards or unsafe practices which could result
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
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RIGHT SIDE OF LOADER
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LEFT SIDE
LEFT MID
MOUNTING
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ITEM PART NO. QTY. TYPE DESCRIPTION
1 49695 1 LOGO Rhino, Left
2 51447 1 LOGO Rhino, Right
3 48434 2 DANGER Loader Safety
4 46776 1 WARNING Loader Safety
5 51902 2 WARNING Loader Removal/Reinstallation Safety
6 49703 2 MODEL 7214
7 48858 1 DANGER Electric Shock
8 35674-5 2 STRIPE White, 54"
9 48322 2 DANGER Support Loader
10 47730 1 WARNING Handling Bales/Do Not Carry People
11 48921 1 DANGER Use ROPS, Seatbelt, Rear Ballast
12 46779 1 WARNING Bucket Shift (Suspended Front Axle Only)
13 00776031 1 MANUAL CANISTER Read Operator’s Manual
SAFETY
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NOTE:
page 1-8. Replace decal if damaged or illegible.
Replacement decals are available from your
dealer.
SAFETY
Do not walk or work under a
raised loader.
Lower loader to ground
when parked.
Failure to comply may result
in serious injury and/or death.
Safety decal locations are shown on
DANGER
48434
3 - - 48434
TO SUPPORT
LOADER ARMS
Raise loader, place
loader support onto
left cylinder rod and pin.
Slowly lower loader until
support takes the load.
TO REMOVE SUPPORT
Raise loader, remove pin, and
support, then store.
9 - - 48322
DANGER
Keep bucket and boom away
from overhead electric lines.
Failure to comply will result in
serious injury or death.
48858
7 - - 48858
DANGER
Loader support must be
installed prior to working
under raised loader. Failure
to comply may result in
serious injury or death.
DANGER
Use ROPS and seatbelt at
all times.
Add recommended rear
ballast.
Operate tractor at low speeds.
Failure to comply may result in
serious injury or death.
11 - - 48921
WARNING
Do not handle round bales or large
48322
objects unless loader is equipped
with proper attachments.
Operate loader only with approved
hydraulic valves.
Handle raised loads with caution.
Carry loads low.
Failure to comply may result in
serious injury and/or death.
48921
WARNING
LOADER SAFETY
Know all operation,
warning and safety
instructions in the
operator’ s manual
before operating the loader.
Operate loader only from
operator’ s seat.
Carry bucket low during
transport for better visibility
and to avoid overturns.
Use wheel ballast and / or
rear weight for stability as
recommended in the
operator’ s manual.
When parking or servicing
unit, lower the bucket to the
ground, stop engine, and
set the parking brake to
avoid tractor movement.
Failure to follow any of
the instructions above
can cause serious injury
to the operator or other
WARNING
TO AVOID INJURY
DURING REMOVAL
OR REINSTALLATION
OF LOADER
Read and
understand
instructions in
operator’ s manual
Make sure detached loader
is parked on hard, level
ground.
Always have a bucket
mounted to loader when it
is removed from tractor.
Do not permit bystanders
within 10 feet of loader.
Do not remove bucket or
repair loader if it is not
mounted on tractor.
Failure to comply could
cause loader to collapse.
Failure to follow above
instructions can cause
serious injury.
persons in are.
(Replacement manuals are
available from your dealer.)
46776
5 - - 51902
4 - - 46776
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WARNING
Do not lift or carry anybody in
loader or work from bucker or any
other attachment.
Failure to comply may result
in serious injury or death.
47730
10 - - 47730
WARNING
When the loader is mounted to
a tractor with SuperSteer™,
the bucket will shift in
the opposite direction
from which the
front wheels are turned.
Maximum shift will be approximately
51902
8 inches and most noticeable when the
tractor is stationary.
Failure to heed this warning can result
in serious injury to the operator or
other persons.
46779
12 - - 46779
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1 - - 49695
2 - - 51447
6 - - 49703 8 - - 35674-5
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13 - - 00776031
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FEDERAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS
This section is intended to explain in broad terms the concept and effect of federal laws and regulations
concerning employer and employee equipment operators. This section is not intended as a legal
interpretation of the law and should not be considered as such.
Employer-Employee Operator Regulations
U.S. Public Law 91-596 (The Williams-Steiger Occupational and Health Act of 1970) OSHA
SAFETY
Employer Responsibilities:
To ensure employee safety during Tractor and Implement operation, it is the employer’s responsibility to:
1. Train the employee in the proper and safe operation of the Tractor and Implement.
2. Require that the employee read and fully understand the Tractor and Implement Operator’s manual.
This Act Seeks:
“...to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful
working conditions and to preserve our human resources...”
DUTIES
Sec. 5 (a) Each employer(1) shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free
from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to
his employees;
(2) shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this Act.
(b) Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules,
regulations and orders issued pursuant to this Act which are applicable to his own actions and
conduct.
OSHA Regulations
OSHA regulations state in part: “At the time of initial assignment and at least annually thereafter,
the employer shall instruct every employee in the safe operation and servicing of all equipment
with which the employee is, or will be involved.”
3. Permit only qualified and properly trained employees to operate the Tractor and Implement.
4. Maintain the Tractor and Implement in a safe operational condition and maintain all shields and guards
on the equipment.
5. Ensure the Tractor is equipped with a functional ROPS and seat belt and require that the employee
operator securely fasten the safety belt and operate with the ROPS in the raised position at all times.
6. Forbid the employee operator to carry additional riders on the Tractor or Implement.
7. Provide the required tools to maintain the Tractor and Implement in a good safe working condition and
provide the necessary support devices to secure the equipment safely while performing repairs and
service.
8. Require that the employee operator stop digging if bystanders or passersby come within 10 yards.
Child Labor Under 16 Years of Age
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16 may operate power machinery. It is your
responsibility to know what these regulations are in your own area or situation. (Refer to U.S. Dept. of
Labor, Employment Standard Administration, Wage & Home Division, Child Labor Bulletin #102.)
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SECTION
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
This manual provides operation, maintenance, assembly and parts identification for your new loader.
Your loader has been designed to give many years of satisfactory service. Successful operation and long life of the
loader depends on proper maintenance and operation. Please read this manual carefully and follow all instructions.
Correct assembly, operation and maintenance will save you much time and expense. Also follow instructions included
with loader mounting and hydraulic kits to insure that loader is installed correctly to tractor.
NOTE: This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual.
Observe and follow all safety messages to prevent personal injury.
Reference to left-hand and right-hand used in this manual refers to position of operator when seated in the operating
position of loader.
If at any time you have a service problem with your loader or need new parts, contact your local dealer.
Your dealer will need your loader model number and serial number to give you prompt efficient service.
Parts orders must give complete description, correct part number, total amount required, model number,
all necessary serial numbers, method of shipment and shipping address.
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7214 SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications will vary with tractor, tire size, hydraulic system and bucket used. The specifications are given for a loader
equipped with 96" H.D. material bucket, quick attach device and 4-bar linkage, operated with an average tractor hydraulic
system of 25 GPM with engine operating at 2300 RPM, and control valve relief setting of 2750 PSI.
Break-away Capacity
At Pivot Point
800mm Forward of Pivot Point
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. .... .... .... .... ....
Lift capacity at Full Height
At Pivot Point
800mm Forward of Pivot Point
Raising Time
. .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ....
Lowering Time
Attachment Dumping Time
Attachment Rollback Time
Weight w/ Average Mounting Kit, Hose Kit, and 96" HD Material Bucket
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Lift Cylinder:
Stroke .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ....28.88 in.
Piston Diameter .... .... .... .... .... .... ....3.50 in.
Rod Diameter . .... .... .... .... .... .... ....1.75 in.
Bucket Cylinder:
Stroke .... .... .... .... .... .... .... ....16.00 in.
Piston Diameter .... .... .... .... .... .... ....3.50 in.
Rod Diameter . .... .... .... .... .... .... ....1.75 in.
(A) Maximum Lift Height at Pivot Pin . . .... .... .... .... ....169in.
(B) Maximum Height Under Bucket
(C) Clearance with Bucket Dumped
(D) Reach at Maximum Height
(E) Maximum Dump Angle
... .... .... .... .... .... ....
(F) Reach with Attachment on ground
(G) Attachment Rollback Angle
(H) Digging Depth
.... .... .... .... .... .... ....
(J) Overall Height in Carry Position
... .... .... .... .... ....
.. .... .... .... .... ....
. .... .... .... .... .... ....
. .... .... .... .... ....
.... .... .... .... .... ....
.. .... .... .... .... ....
9260 #
8540 #
5840 #
5140 #
6.6 sec.
4.6 sec.
3.0 sec.
2.9 sec.
3603 #
159 in.
133 in.
44 in.
71°
103 in.
39°
4 in.
89 in.
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ASSEMBLY
SECTION
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Assembly Section 3-1
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ASSEMBLY
DISMOUNTING LOADER AND MOUNTING LOADER TO TRACTOR
Figure B
Figure A
STORAGE
POSITION
Remove linch
pin and hitch pin
to fold down
parking stand
OPERATION
POSITION
Secure parking
stand down
with hitch pin
and linch pin
DISMOUNTING LOADER
WARNING:
installation or removal of loader, do not allow
bystanders within 10 feet of loader and
bucket or optional attachment.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
attachment, such as a bucket, mounted to
loader when it is removed from tractor. Pallet
fork, bale spear, or similar attachments are
too light to safely counterbalance loader
boom arms when loader is dismounted from
tractor.
1. Locate tractor and loader on firm level ground.
2. With bucket raised above ground, tilt down
approximately 30 degrees from level.
3. Lower boom by retracting lift cylinders to lift tractor
front end (tires can be off ground).
To avoid injury during
Always have a heavy
Figure C
loader
upright
pin
1"
Figure D
Linch Pin
Hitch Pin
CAUTION:
Right Side View
mount vertical
stop surface
mount pin
saddle
Keep clear of dropping parking
stands. Dropping parking stands could cause
injury.
6. Remove linch pins and 1-1/2" hitch pins from loader
upright. Remove tarp strap securing loader hoses
from tractor handrail.
7. Start tractor engine and release brakes. Retract
bucket cylinders to allow parking stands to contact
ground.
WARNING:
It is important not to put excessive
weight on parking stands by retracting lift
cylinders. Damage may result.
8. Extend lift cylinders 10" to 12" to rotate top of loader
uprights forward, out of mid mounting brackets,
allowing tractor to be pushed rearward. Retract
bucket cylinders until lower loader upright pins clear
mount pin saddles and front tires and/or fenders (see
Figure D).
4. Stop engine. Allow tractor front end to lower by
relaxing ONLY lift cylinders with control lever. This will
remove pressure on hitch pins (see Figure C).
NOTE:
Do not relax bucket cylinders.
9. Move tractor rearward approximately 6", taking care
not to stretch hydraulic hoses.
10. Stop tractor engine and set parking brake. Relax lift
cylinders and bucket cylinders by moving each control
lever in both directions. Disconnect hydraulic hoses at
5. Set parking brake. Rotate parking stands from
storage position to operation position by removing
mid mounting couplers on right side of loader. Install
plastic dust plugs and caps on couplers.
linch pins and hitch pins. Reinstall hitch pin and linch
pin when parking stands are in operation position (see
Figure B).
11. Start tractor engine and release brakes. Slowly back
tractor out of and away from loader.
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ASSEMBLY
MOUNTING LOADER
WARNING:
installation or removal of loader or
attachment, do not allow bystanders within
10 feet of loader and bucket or optional
attachment.
1. Slowly drive tractor into loader and stop approximately
6" from mid mounting brackets. Shut off tractor engine
and set parking brake.
2. Connect male couplers of hydraulic hoses to female
quick couplers, matching corresponding colors. Make
sure couplers are clean before connecting together.
3. Start engine and release parking brake. Make sure lift
cylinders are extended 10" to 12". Stroke bucket
cylinders to raise or lower uprights for loader upright
pin to clear each mount pin saddle by approximately 1"
(see Figure D o n previous page).
4. Drive tractor forward until loader upright pins contact
mount vertical stop surfaces just above mount pin
saddles (see Figure D). Extend tilt cylinders to FULLY
seat both loader upright pins into mount pin saddles
and raise parking stands off ground. Retract lift
cylinders, allowing tractor to move forward. Continue
until loader uprights have fully seated into back of
mount saddles by retracting lift cylinders to raise
tractor front end (tires can be off ground).
To avoid injury during
5. Stop engine. Allow tractor front end to lower by
relaxing ONLY lift cylinders with control lever.
NOTE:
6. Set parking brake. Insert two 1-1/2 x 8 " pins and linch
pins.
7. Remove linch pins and hitch pins from parking stands,
rotate parking stands into storage position, and secure
stands in storage position with hitch pins and linch pins
(Figure B o n previous page).
8. Use tarp strap to secure hoses to tractor handrail away
from moving parts.
Do not relax tilt cylinders.
CAUTION:
when rotating up into storage position.
Shearing action of parking stands when
rotating into storage position could cause
injury.
Keep clear of parking stands
ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLY
DISMOUNTING AND MOUNTING BUCKET OR ATTACHMENT TO LOADER
MOUNTING QUICK ATTACH BUCKET OR OPTIONAL
ATTACHMENT TO LOADER
WARNING:
of bucket or attachment do not allow
bystanders within 10 feet of loader and bucket
or attachment.
1. Locate tractor and attachment on level ground. Lower
boom to three to five inches off ground.
2. Disengage latch pins by lifting handles and pulling
toward rear so pins are held out of attachment ears.
Lift Handle
Extend bucket cylinders slightly, making sure loader
3.
quick attach bar is parallel to attachment. Continue
driving very slowly toward attachment. Continue
driving tractor forward, positioning quick attach bar so
it touches attachment or bucket just below attachment
channel.
4. Activate bucket rollback while moving tractor slightly
ASSEMBLY
ahead so quick attach bar catches underneath
channel of attachment. Continue to roll attachment
back completely so latch pins engage in bracket ears.
To avoid injury during installation
Pull Back
DISMOUNTING QUICK ATTACH BUCKET OR
OPTIONAL ATTACHMENT FROM LOADER
WARNING:
bucket or attachment, do not allow
bystanders within 10 feet of loader and bucket
or attachment.
1. Locate tractor and loader on level ground.
2. Lower boom arms until bucket or attachment is level
and approximately 3 inches off ground. Shut off tractor
engine and engage tractor brakes.
3. Disengage latch pins by lifting handles and pulling
toward rear so pins are held out of attachment ears.
Lift Handle
Start tractor engine, release tractor brakes and extend
4.
bucket cylinders while slowly backing tractor away
from bucket or attachment, until quick attach bar
disengages from attachment channel.
To avoid injury during removal of
Pull Back
5. Activate lift cylinders to raise attachment and extend tilt
cylinders to tilt attachment at a slight downward angle,
so quick attachment mechanism is visible. Visually
inspect mechanism to verify pins are engaged in ears
on back of attachment.
NOTE:
follow instructions for detaching, then repeat above
procedure.
ADJUSTING ATTACHMENT LEVEL INDICATOR
With various tractor tire options or attachments, it may be
necessary to adjust attachment level indicator bracket up
or down tilt cylinder tube. Tractor must be on level surface
with attachment flat on surface. Loosen u-bolt to adjust.
Offset on bucket level indicator rod should be at slotted
hole when attachment is level.
If bucket or attachment is not securely attached,
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Level indicator
bracket
Level Indicator
Rod
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OPERATION
SECTION
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Operation Section 4-1
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OPERATION
PREPARING TRACTOR PRIOR TO OPERATION
WARNING:
before inspecting, servicing or operating
loader and tractor.
INSPECTION
Thoroughly inspect your fully assembled tractor and
loader prior to operation.
1. Check all hardware to be sure that it has been properly
installed and tightened. Retighten all hardware after 10
hours of initial operation.
2. Check tire pressure. Refer to tractor operator's manual
for recommended pressures.
3. With tractor on level surface, compare tractor rear axle
height from left to right, measuring from axle center to
ground. Adjust air pressure in rear tires until axle
height measures same for both sides.
NOTE:
side, cutting edge on loader bucket will not sit flat on
ground.
4. Review tractor lubrication schedule and consult
MAINTENANCE section of this manual to be certain all
pivot points have been properly lubricated.
If rear axle on tractor is not level from side to
Read all operator's manuals
FILLING THE BUCKET
Approach and enter the pile with a level bucket.
Loaders with 1-lever control, ease lever back and away
from you to lift and roll back bucket.
Loaders with 2-lever controls, ease both levers back to lift
and roll back bucket.
5. Use instructions listed in MAINTENANCE section of
this manual to check all hose and tubing connections
to insure no leaks are present.
INSTALL COUNTERBALANCE
WARNING:
loader, add sufficient counterweight so a
minimum of 25% of total weight of tractor,
loader and rated load is on rear wheels when
bucket contains rated load and is in maximum
forward position.
Sufficient weight can be added to tractor by filling rear
OPERATION
wheels with liquid ballast, installing wheel weights or 3-
point hitch counterweight. If 3-point hitch counterweights
are used, they should be carried as low as possible at all
times to maximize stability.
Effective counterbalance weight of mounted rear
equipment is determined by multiplying actual weight of
equipment by 1.50.
EXAMPLE:
to rear of tractor, multiplied by 1.50, equals 1200 pounds
of effective counterbalance weight.
After adding recommended counterweight, weigh tractor
at rear axle to be sure counterbalance is adequate.
Equipment weighing 800 pounds, attached
Before operating tractor and
Lift and roll back of bucket will increase efficiency
because...
... A level bucket throughout the lifting cycle resists bucket
lift and increases breakaway effort.
NOTE:
completely filled during each pass. Maximum productivity
is determined by the amount of material loaded in a given
period of time. Time is lost if two or more attempts are
made to fill the bucket on each pass.
Do not be concerned if the bucket is not
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OPERATION
LIFTING THE LOAD
When lifting the load, keep the bucket positioned to avoid
spillage. Loader has mechanical self leveling of
attachment in both raise and lower cycle. Attachment can
be adjusted by using bucket cylinders.
CAUTION:
excess of loader capacity.
CARRYING THE LOAD
Position bucket just below tractor hood for maximum
stability and visibility, whether bucket is loaded or empty.
Do not attempt to lift loads in
When transporting the load, keep bucket as low as
possible, to avoid tipping, in case a wheel drops in a rut.
DUMPING THE BUCKET
Lift bucket high enough to clear side of vehicle. Move
tractor in as close as possible to side of vehicle, then
dump bucket.
LOWERING THE BUCKET
After bucket is dumped, back away from vehicle while
lowering and rolling back bucket.
OPERATION
Use extreme care when operating loader on a slope, keep
bucket as low as possible. This keeps center of gravity low
and will provide maximum stability.
CAUTION:
dangerous. Extreme care is recommended.
Keep bucket as low as possible.
Operating loader on a hillside is
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OPERATION
OPERATING WITH FLOAT CONTROL
During hard surface operation, keep bucket level and put
lift control in float position to permit bucket to float on
working surface. If hydraulic down pressure is exerted on
bucket, it will wear faster than normal.
Float will also prevent mixing of surface material with
stockpile material. Float position will reduce the chance of
surface gouging when removing snow or other material,
or when working with a blade.
Sidecutting is a good technique for cutting down a big pile.
LOADING FROM A BANK
Choose a forward gear that provides sufficient ground
speed for loading.
OPERATION
Exercise caution when undercutting high banks. Dirt
slides can be dangerous. Load from as low as possible for
maximum efficiency. Loader lift and breakaway capacity
diminish as loading height is increased.
If the pile sides are too high and liable to cause cave-in,
use loader to break down the sides until a slot can be cut
over the top.
Another method for large dirt piles is to build a ramp
approach to the pile.
It is important to keep the bucket level when approaching
a bank or pile. This will help prevent gouging the work
area.
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OPERATION
PEELING AND SCRAPING
Use a slight bucket angle, travel forward and hold lift
control forward to start the cut. Make a short 5 t o 8 foot
angle cut and break out cleanly.
With bucket level, start a cut at notch approximately 2
inches deep. Hold depth by feathering bucket control to
adjust cutting lip up or down. When front tires enter the
notch, adjust lift cylinders to maintain proper depth.
Do not roll bucket over and attempt to backgrade. This
type of use can cause severe overloading of bucket
cylinders when fully extended, possibly causing bucket
cylinder rods to become bent.
BACKFILLING
Approach pile with a level bucket.
Make additional passes until desired depth is reached.
During each pass, use only bucket control while working
depth. This will allow you to concentrate on controlling
bucket angle to maintain a precise cut.
LOADING LOW TRUCKS OR SPREADERS FROM A
PILE
For faster loading, minimize angle of turn and length of run
between pile and spreader.
Backgrade occasionally with a loaded bucket to keep
working surface free of ruts and holes. Also, hold lift
control forward so full weight of bucket is scraping ground.
OPERATION
Poor methods actually move no more dirt and make it
more difficult to hold a level grade.
Do not use bucket in dumped position for bulldozing. This
method, shown above, will impose severe shock loadings
on dump linkage, bucket cylinder and tractor.
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OPERATION
Leave dirt in bucket. Dumping on each pass wastes time.
Operate tractor at right angles to ditch. Take as big a bite
as tractor can handle without lugging down.
OPERATION
Leave dirt which drifts over side of bucket for final cleanup.
Pile dirt on high side for easier backfilling on a slope.
HANDLING LARGE HEAVY OBJECTS
DANGER
1. Using front end loaders for handling large heavy
objects such as large round or rectangular bales, logs
and oil drums is not recommended.
2. Handling large heavy objects can be extremely
dangerous due to:
•
Danger of tractor rolling over.
•
Danger of up-ending tractor.
•
Danger of object rolling or sliding down loader
arms onto operator.
3. If you must perform above work, protect yourself by:
•
Never lifting load higher than necessary to clear
ground when moving.
•
Ballasting tractor rear to compensate for load.
•
Never lifting large objects with equipment that
does not have an anti-rollback device.
•
Moving slowly and carefully, avoiding rough
terrain.
SAFE OPERATION
IS YOUR BEST PROTECTION
AGAINST ACCIDENTS
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OPERATION
OPERATING GRAPPLE FORK
Operation of your tractor and loader with grapple fork
option requires some same basic considerations as
operation with a bucket, plus two new requirements: you
now have to operate a grapple fork while already
operating your tractor and loader; and you must also take
into account additional space requirements (added length
and height) needed because of attached grapple fork.
INTENDED USE
Use of this loader without special attachments for
handling large heavy objects such as large round or
rectangular bales, logs and oil drums is NOT
RECOMMENDED.
Handling large heavy objects can be extremely
dangerous due to:
Danger of rolling tractor over.
•
Danger of upending tractor.
•
Danger of objects rolling or sliding down loader
•
arms onto operator.
If you must perform any work listed above, protect
yourself by:
Never lift load higher than necessary to clear
•
ground when moving.
Ballast tractor rear to compensate for load.
•
•
Never lift large objects with equipment that does
not have an anti-rollback device.
•
Move slowly and carefully, avoiding rough
terrain.
GRASPING ROUND BALES
Approach bale with grapple fork open and bucket level.
Use loader float position if bale is on ground.
Ease valve control lever for grapple fork forward to close
grapple fork around bale.
NOTE:
shown above, they may also be grasped from either side if
necessary. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT MORE THAN
ONE LARGE ROUND BALE AT A TIME as this can cause
overloading of loader or tractor or cause unstable
conditions.
While large round bales are best grasped as
OPERATION
Using special attachments as shown, and exercising
caution, your loader can be used to handle large round or
rectangular bales and loose bulky materials like hay and
silage. Do not attempt to use loader to handle logs,
fertilizer bags or liquid containers since such use is NOT
RECOMMENDED.
LIFTING AND CARRYING LOAD
Ease both loader control levers back to lift and roll bucket
back.
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OPERATION
Position bucket just below level of tractor hood for
maximum stability and visibility whether bucket is loaded
or empty.
Use extreme care when operating loader on a slope.
Carry load as low as possible. This keeps center of gravity
for bale, tractor and loader low and will provide maximum
tractor stability.
CAUTION:
dangerous. Extreme care is recommended to
avoid overturns.
Operating a loader on a hillside is
Gradually open grapple fork tines, allowing material to
drop into tub grinder. For round bales it may be necessary
to gradually set bale into tub grinder to avoid shock
loading tub grinder due to bale weight and to avoid
sudden load on grinder mechanism.
Even on level ground, transport bucket and load as low as
possible to avoid tipping in case a wheel drops in a rut and
to avoid power lines.
OPERATION
WARNING:
loader boom clear of overhead lines. Allowing
loader boom or any attachments to contact
overhead power lines may electrify entire
tractor and electrocute (kill) operator.
LOADING INTO TUB GRINDER
Lift bucket high enough to clear tub grinder sides. Move
tractor toward tub grinder to position load near center.
Extend bucket cylinders to position bucket in dump
attitude.
Keep bucket, grapple fork and
Roll bucket back, close grapple fork and back tractor away
from tub grinder, then lower loader boom after dumping.
STACKING BALES
WARNING:
large bales, extreme care must be taken in
handling them. Be aware of forces acting on
stacked bales due to gravity and keep workers
far from zones of potential hazard from shifting
or falling bales. DO NOT ALLOW
BYSTANDERS!
Use loader and grapple fork to gently position bale on
stack, then release bale while removing bucket and fork.
Because of size and weight of
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OPERATION
Slowly back tractor away from stack.
LOADING FROM A STACK, BUNKER SILO OR PIT
SILO
Choose a forward gear that provides sufficient ground
speed for loading.
Exercise caution when undercutting a high pile.
Avalanching material can be dangerous.
When loading material from ground, keep a level bucket
and use lift control float position. If hydraulic down
pressure is exerted on a bucket, it will wear faster than
normal. Keep bucket level when approaching pile.
Touch pile as near as possible to top with bucket
positioned in dump attitude and grapple fork open. Close
grapple fork while maneuvering bucket to grasp loose
material.
CAUTION:
capacity diminish as loader height is
increased. Care must be taken not to grasp
more material than your loader can safely
support.
An alternative method is to use your loader and grapple
fork to knock material down from top of pile so it can be
loaded from ground.
Loader lift and break-away
OPERATION
Keeping a level bucket and using loader float will reduce
surface gouging and mixing surface material with
stockpile material.
When a sufficient amount of material has accumulated in
front of bucket, close grapple fork to grasp material and
curl bucket.
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OPERATION
OPERATING BALE SPEAR
Loader equipped with bale spear is designed to handle
round bales up to 2000 pounds.
WARNING:
extreme caution. Sharp points on bale spear
can cause serious injury or death.
Load bale spear by approaching from round end to
prevent cutting strings or puncturing plastic or net wrap.
Tilt bale spear upward to prevent bale from falling off of
spear.
Operate bale spear using
WARNING:
large bales, extreme care must be taken in
handling them. Be aware of forces acting on
stacked bales due to gravity and keep
workers far from zones of potential hazard
from shifting or falling bales. DO NOT
ALLOW BYSTANDERS!
WARNING:
boom clear of overhead lines. Allowing
loader boom or any attachments to contact
overhead power lines may electrify entire
tractor and electrocute (kill) operator.
Because of size and weight of
Keep bale spear and loader
Carry bales as low to the ground as possible to allow
maximum visibility and avoid tipping.
OPERATION
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OPERATION
MSL
Linkage
Boom
MSL Triangular
Pivot Plate
Tilt
Cylinder
Four-Bar
Linkage
Attachment
Link
Guide
Link
Tilt Dump
Stop
Quick-Attach
Bracket
Relief
Cartridge
Loader
Upright
Lift Cylinder
Tilt Cylinder
Base End
Tilt Cylinder
Rod End
Relief Valve
Cartridge
OPERATION AND NOMENCLATURE OF MSL
(Mechanical Self Leveling) LOADER
MSL maintains the attitude of loader bucket or attachment
relative to ground as set by the operator using the tilt
cylinders. Constant attitude is maintained when lift
cylinders raise or lower boom, as long as no tilt
adjustment is made.
MSL consists of linkages connected to loader uprights
and extending forward to triangular pivot plates. Equal
displacement tilt cylinder base ends are attached to the
pivot plates and rod ends are attached to another linkage
commonly referred to as a four-bar linkage. The four-bar
linkage, which allows increased dump and rollback
rotation connects to bucket or attachment.
Hydraulic relief for tilt cylinders is required when raising
the boom with attachment fully dumped. The attachment
contacts dump stops on underside of front ends of boom.
While raising boom, MSL system pushes attachment
tighter against dump stops and tilt cylinder base end
pressure increases. A hydraulic relief valve cartridge
allows the pressurized oil to transfer to rod end of tilt
cylinder, eliminating excessive loads on MSL system.
Hydraulic relief is not necessary when lowering boom.
IMPORTANT:
tubes and hoses are correctly plumbed for proper
operation of MSL relief valve. Refer to diagram below.
Pressure setting for relief valve is set at 210 bar (3,045
psi) and MUST
is stamped with required 210 bar setting.
It is important that the tilt cylinder oil line
be maintained at that level. The cartridge
OPERATION
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MAINTENANCE
SECTION
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Maintenance Section 5-1
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MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance of your loader and hydraulic system
will ensure maximum loader efficiency and long life.
WARNING:
beneath a raised loader unless loader is
properly supported to prevent accidental
lowering.
NEVER
perform maintenance
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Check fluid level of tractor hydraulic system
•
before starting each day's operation. If
necessary, add hydraulic oil as recommended
in your tractor operator's manual.
Every four hours of operation, lubricate all
•
twenty-two grease fittings. One grease fitting on
the end of each pin, accessible from outside the
loader.
Repair hydraulic oil leaks promptly to avoid loss
•
of oil and serious personal injury from escaping
oil.
Replace hoses immediately if they are damaged
•
by a cut or scrape, extruded at the fittings, or
leaking.
After every ten hours of operation, check all
•
hardware and tighten where required.
WARNING:
pressure can penetrate skin, causing serious
personal injury.
DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use
•
a piece of wood or cardboard and wear eye
protection to search for leaks.
Stop engine and relieve pressure before
•
connecting or disconnecting lines.
Tighten all connections before starting engine or
•
pressurizing lines.
If any fluid is injected into skin, obtain medical attention
immediately or gangrene may result.
Escaping hydraulic fluid under
Grease Fitting Locations
MAINTENANCE
GREASE
POINTS
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MAINTENANCE
13
5
2
14
4
677
3
1
4
3
2
LIFT CYLINDER
15
CYLINDER SERVICE
Loader cylinders are designed to be reliable and easy to
service. If a cylinder should malfunction during warranty
period, return complete cylinder assembly, without
disassembling, to your authorized service department or
contact your authorized service department for
instructions. Unauthorized disassembly of a cylinder in
warranty period will
Following is an outline procedure for disassembling and
reassembling cylinders.
LIFT CYLINDER DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove cylinder from loader.
2. Hold cylinder tube (13) stationary and pull wire ring
(14) out through slot.
3. Pull shaft (1), with all assembled parts, out of cylinder
tube (13).
NOTE:
Resistance will be felt until piston seal (8)
slides over wire retaining ring groove.
4. Remove elastic lock nut (12) from end of shaft and
slide cylinder piston (10) and cylinder head (4) off
shaft.
5. Remove piston wear ring (11), piston seal (8), and o-
ring (9) from outside grooves on piston (10).
6. Remove wiper seal (2), rod seal (3), and wear ring (5)
from inside of cylinder head (4) and o-ring (7) with
backup washer (6) from groove on outside of head.
7. Clean all parts, including cylinder tube, in a suitable
cleaning solvent, then use air pressure to blow any dirt
or excess solvent from all parts.
8. Examine all parts for wear or damage and replace, if
necessary.
VOID WARRANTY
.
Lips of seal
(3) must face
inward.
4
8
6
5
13
12
11
10
9
14
9
8
LIFT CYLINDER REASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage seals and o-rings on
edges or holes in cylinder tube. Inspect and remove burrs
and sharp edges if necessary before reassembly.
1. Place rod seal (3) into groove inside cylinder head (4).
NOTE:
Lips of seal (3) must face inward and seal must
be firmly seated in groove.
2. Install wiper seal (2) with lip of seal facing out and flush
with top of cylinder head (4). Install wear ring (5) inside
other end of head (4).
3. Place o-ring (7) with backup washer (6) in groove on
outside of head (4). Backup washer must be to rod
side.
4. Remove sharp edges on outer edge of threaded end of
shaft (1). Lubricate wiper seal (2) and rod seal (3) in
head (4) and carefully slide head (4) onto shaft.
5. Place o-ring (9), piston seal (8), and piston wear ring
(11) in grooves on outside of piston (10).
NOTE:
For easier installation, place piston seal (8) in
120°F water to warm seal.
6. Slide piston (10) onto threaded end of shaft and install
elastic lock nut (12). Tighten elastic lock nut to 575
ft.·lbs. torque.
7. Lubricate piston wear ring (11) and piston seal (8) on
piston (10), o-ring (9) on head (4) and inside of cylinder
tube (13), then carefully slide piston and head into
cylinder tube (13).
8. Insert wire retaining ring (14) into slot in cylinder tube
(13). Apply pressure to wire ring to thread it into groove
while turning cylinder head.
15
10
11
MAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
Lips of seal
(7) must face
inward.
4
7
6
22
5
21
9
1
3
20
5
4
16
15
TILT CYLINDER
TILT CYLINDER DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove cylinder from loader.
2. Secure cylinder in a vise and manually extend and
retract cylinder rod to remove oil in cylinder.
3. With cylinder rod fully extended, remove set screws
(21) from cylinder. Remove plug (20) and apply air
pressure into hole where plug was removed. This will
unseat internal head (8) and move it along cylinder
rod.
4. Hold cylinder tube (1) stationary and pull retaining wire
(2) out through slot while turning head (17) in same
direction.
5. Pull shaft (19) with all assembled parts out of cylinder
tube (1).
6. Remove internal head (8) from cylinder shaft.
7. To remove piston from rod assembly, hold shaft
MAINTENANCE
assembly by placing a rod through hole in shaft (3) and
a shaft through cross head shaft (19) and turn
counterclockwise.
8. Remove wiper seal (6), rod seal (7), and wear ring (9)
from inside cylinder head (8), and backup ring (4) and
o-ring (5) from groove on outside of head (17).
9. Remove wiper seal (18), rod seal (7), and wear ring (9)
from inside cylinder head (17), and o-ring (15) with
backup ring (16) from groove on outside of head (17).
2
14
11
12
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
19
18
7
9
17
16
15
9
7
18
23
12
11
Lips of seal
(7) must face
inward.
13
12
11
14
10. Remove piston wear rings (11), support rings (12), and
seal (13) from outside groove of piston (10).
11. Clean all parts, including cylinder tube, in suitable
cleaning solvent, then use air pressure to blow away
any dirt or excess solvent from all parts.
12. Examine all parts for wear or damage and replace, if
necessary.
TILT CYLINDER REASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Be careful not to damage seals and o-rings on
edges or holes in cylinder tube. Inspect and remove burrs
and sharp edges if necessary before reassembly.
1. Place rod seal (7) into groove inside cylinder heads (8
& 17).
NOTE:
Lips of seal (7) must face pressure side of
cylinder as shown in cutout illustrations of head
assemblies and seal must be firmly seated in grooves.
2. Install wiper seal (6) with lip of seal facing out into
groove on cylinder head (8).
3. Install wiper seal (18) with lip facing out and flush with
top of cylinder head (17).
4. Install wear ring (9) inside other end of cylinder heads
(8 & 17).
5. Place backup ring (16) and o-ring (15) in groove on
outside of head (17). Make sure o-ring and backup ring
are installed as shown in cutout illustration for head
(17).
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TILT CYLINDER REASSEMBLY CONTINUED
6. Place o-ring (5) and backup ring (4) in groove in
outside of head (8). Make sure o-ring and backup ring
are installed as shown in cutout illustration for head
(8).
7. Remove sharp edges on outer edge of threaded end of
shaft (19). Lubricate wiper seal (18) and rod seal (7) in
head (17) and carefully slide head onto shaft in
orientation shown.
8. Place o-ring (14) into groove inside piston, and seal
components (11-13) into groove on outside of piston.
Lubricate o-ring (14) and slide piston onto threaded
shaft (19) in orientation shown.
9. Clean internal and external threads on shafts (19 & 3 )
with parts cleaner, dry and apply Loctite
threads on shaft (19), then assemble shaft (3) to cross
head shaft (19). Tighten to 450-500 ft.·lbs. torque.
REPLACING WEAR BUSHINGS
Loader lift and tilt cylinders are manufactured with
replaceable wear bushings at each end. (Refer to
cylinder illustrations on previous pages.) Wear bushings
are designed to be easily replaced using tools ordinarily
available.
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271 to
10. Lubricate o-ring (5), backup ring (4), wiper seal (6),
and rod seal (7). Carefully slide cylinder head (8) into
cylinder tube (1), then into inner tube. Turn tube (1)
with open end facing up and use a shaft or tube to seat
head into tube. Be careful not to score cylinder wall.
Install plug (20), apply Loctite and install set screws
(21) in place. Seat set screws equally from each side.
11. Apply a light coating of oil to shaft and piston seals.
Turn tube (1) horizontal and secure in vise. Turn shaft,
piston, and head assembly so hole in shaft (3) is
horizontal and slide into cylinder, guiding rod into head
(8).
12. Lubricate o-ring (15) and backup ring (16), then
carefully slide piston and head into cylinder tube (1).
13. Insert wire retaining ring (2) into slot in cylinder tube
(1). Apply pressure to wire ring to thread it into groove
while turning cylinder head.
1. Use a drift pin to remove wear bushing.
2. Press replacement bushing in place using mallet and
block of wood, or similar method.
Level indicator
bracket
Level Indicator
Rod
ADJUSTING ATTACHMENT LEVEL INDICATOR
With various tractor tire options or attachments, it may be
necessary to adjust attachment level indicator bracket up
or down tilt cylinder tube. Tractor must be on level surface
with attachment flat on surface. Loosen u-bolt to adjust.
Offset on bucket level indicator rod should be at slotted
hole when attachment is level.
MAINTENANCE
THIS SAFETY SYMBOL MEANS
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
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MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
1. Loader slow or will
not lift and/or dump.
2. Loader chatters or
vibrates when raising
or lowering.
3. Loaded bucket
dumps or uncurls
when control valve is
in neutral.
1. Hydraulic oil too heavy. 1. Change to proper oil.
2. Oil filter plugged. 2. Clean or replace filter.
3. Hydraulic pump worn. 3. Repair or replace pump.
4. Oil line restricted or leaking. 4. Check all hoses and tubes for
5. Control valve does not shift
properly.
6. Air in hydraulic system. 6. Cycle lift cylinders and bucket
7. Cylinder leaks internally. 7. Replace seals.
8. Faulty relief valve (tractor). 8. Clean or replace relief valve.
1. Air leak in pump inlet line. 1. Check, tighten or replace inlet
2. Air in hydraulic system. 2. Cycle lift and bucket cylinders.
3. Oil level too low. 3. Add oil as required.
4. Faulty relief valve (tractor). 4. Replace relief valve.
1. Control valve spool is leaking. 1. Contact your Dealer.
2. Control linkage binding. 2. Inspect, adjust or repair linkage.
leaks, damage or restrictions.
Replace damaged or restricted
hoses or tube oil lines.
5. Inspect, clean, repair or replace
valve.
cylinders several times to free
system of air.
line.
3. Cylinder seals bypassing oil. 3. Repair or replace cylinders.
4. External leakage. 1. Damaged seals. 1. Remove leaking component and
5. Pump noisy. 1. Inlet line restricted or leaking. 1. Check for air leaks, restrictions or
2. Oil level too low. 2. Add oil as required.
3. Pump worn or damaged 3. Repair or replace pump.
6. Excessive wear on
bucket cutting edge.
MAINTENANCE
7. Loader raises when
bucket is rolled back.
8. Bucket cutting edge
not flat on the
ground.
1. Bucket is riding on cutting edge
instead of wear pads.
1. Air in lift cylinder lines. 1. Slowly cycle all cylinders to purge
1. Rear axle on tractor not level from
side to side.
F-3778-12-04 Maintenance Section 5-6
replace seals.
collapsed hose. Tighten or
replace hose. Clean filter if
necessary.
1. Use boom FLOAT position or
bucket level indicator to ensure
bucket rides on wear pads.
system
of air. Replenish hydraulic
system.
1. With tractor on level surface,
compare rear axle height from left
to right, measuring from axle
center to ground. Adjust air
pressure in rear tires until axle
height measures the same for
both sides.
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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
USE THE FOLLOWING TORQUES WHEN SPECIAL TORQUES ARE NOT GIVEN
AMERICAN STANDARD CAP SCREWS METRIC CAP SCREWS
SAE
Grade
Typical
Grade ID
Markings
on Head
Cap
Screw
Size
Inches MIN MIN MIN MIN MIN MAX MAX MAX MAX MAX MIN MAX MIN MIN MAX MAX
1/4-20 6.25 12 9 8 6 7.25 15 11 11 8 8.5 10 8.25 11 9.5 13 M6 x 1.00
1/4-28 8 31 23 21.5 16 9 36.5 27 27 20 11 12 10.5 14 12 16 M8 x 1.25
5/16-18 14 57 42 39 29 15 70 52 47 35 19 20 18.5 25 20 27 M10 x 1.50
5/16-24 17.5 102 75 70 52 19 123 91 84 62 23 26 23 31 25 34 M12 x 1.75
3/8-16 26 163 120 115 85 28 198 146 139 103 35 38 35 47.5 37 50 M14 x 2.00
3/8-24 31 238 176 176 130 34 293 216 214 158 42 46 41 55.5 45 61 M16 x 2.50
7/16-14 41 325 240 233 172 45 398 294 284 210 55.5 61 55 74.5 60 81 M18 x 2.50
7/16-20 51 465 343 335 247 55 577 426 408 301 69 74.5 68 92 75 102 M20 x 2.50
1/2-13 65 639 472 450 332 72 780 576 547 404 88 97.5 86 116 96 130 M22 x 2.50
1/2-20 76 812 599 573 423 84 992 732 700 517 103 114 102 138 112 152 M24 x 3.00
9/16-12 95 1217 898 863 637 105 1488 1098 1055 779 129 142 127 172 140 190 M27 x 3.00
9/16-18 111 1658 1224 1181 872 123 2027 1496 1444 1066 150 167 148 200 164 222
5/8-11 126 139 171 188 168 228 185 251
5/8-18 152 168 206 228 203 275 224 304
3/4-10 238 262 322 355 318 431 350 474
3/4-16 274 305 371 409 365 495 402 544
7/8-9 350 386 474 523 466 631 515 698
7/8-14 407 448 551 607 543 736 597 809
1-8 537 592 728 802 716 970 790 1070
1-14 670 740 908 1003 894 1211 987 1337
TORQUE TORQUE TORQUE TORQUE
8 5
Typical
Grade ID
Markings
on Head
Cap Screw
Millimeters
M30 x 3.00
FT-LBS FT-LBS N· m FT-LBS N· m N· m FT-LBS N· m Size
NOTE: These values apply to fasteners as
received from supplier, dry or when lubricated
with normal engine oil. They do not apply if
special graphite or molydisulphide greases or
other extreme pressure lubricants are used.
10.9 8.8 Metric Class
O-Ring Face Seal Hose/
Tube Swivel Nut
Metric
Tube
O.D.
(mm)
5
6
8
10
12
16
20
22
25
32
38
50.8
Dash
Size
-3
-4
-5
-6
-8
-10
-12
-14
-16
-20
-24
-32
Thread
9/16 - 18
11/16 - 16
13/16 - 16
1 - 14
1-3/16 - 12
1-3/16 - 12
1-7/16 - 12
1-11/16 - 12
2 - 12
Size
(in.)
--
--
--
Swivel
Nut Hex
Size
(in.)
--
11/16
-13/16
15/16
1-1/8
1-3/8
-1-5/8
1-7/8
2-1/4
--
Torque
N· mlb
--
16
-24
50
69
102
102
142
190
217
--
Swivel Nut
Torque Specifications for
37° JIC Fittings
Assembly Torque
Thread
Size
Size
-4 140 ± 10 12 ± 1 2 2 7/16-20
-5 180 ± 15 15 ± 1 2 2 1/2-20
-6 250 ± 15 21 ± 1 1 1/2 1 1/4 9/16-18
-8 550 ± 25 45 ± 5 1 1/2 1 3/4-16
-12 1000 ± 50 85 ± 5 1 1/4 1 1 1/16-12
-16 1450 ± 50 120 ± 5 1 1 1 5/16-12
-20 2000 ± 100 170 ± 10 1 1 1 5/8-12
-24 2400 ± 150 200 ± 15 1 1 1 7/8-12
-32 3200 ± 200 270 ± 20 1 1 2 1/2-12
in.· lb.
ft.· lb.
· ft
f
--
12
-18
37
51
75
75
105
140
160
--
Tube
Connection
F. F.F. T
Swivel Nut
or Hose
Connection
F. F.F. T
Torque Specifications for
SAE O-Ring Fittings
Swivel Nut
Size
or Hose
2 5/16-24 90 ± 5 7.5 ± 0.5 1 ± .25
3 3/8-24 170 ± 10 14 ± 1 1 ± .25
4 7/16-20 220 ± 15 18 ± 1 1 ± .25
5 1/2-20 260 ± 15 22 ± 1 1 ± .25
6 9/16-18 320 ± 20 27 ± 2 1.5 ± .25
8 3/4-16 570 ± 25 48 ± 2 1.5 ± .25
10 7/8-14 1060 ± 50 90 ± 5 1.5 ± .25
12 1 1/16-12 1300 ± 50 110 ± 5 1.5 ± .25
14 1 3/16-12 1750 ± 75 145 ± 6 1.5 ± .25
16 1 5/16-12 1920 ± 125 160 ± 6 1.5 ± .25
20 1 5/8-12 2700 ± 150 225 ± 12 1.5 ± .25
24 1 7/8-12 3000 ± 150 250 ± 12 1.5 ± .25
32 2 1/2-12 3900 ± 200 325 ± 15 1.5 ± .25
Assembly Torque
F. F.F. T. in.· lb. ft.· lb.
MAINTENANCE
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RHINO
LIMITED WARRANTY
1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
1.01. Rhino warrants for one year from the purchase date to the original non-commercial, governmental, or municipal
purchaser (Purchaser) and warrants for six months to the original commercial or industrial purchaser (Purchaser)
that the goods purchased are free from defects in material or workmanship.
1.02. Manufacturer will replace for the Purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at one of its factories, to be
defective under normal use and service due to defects in material or workmanship.
1.03. This limited warranty does not apply to any part of the goods which has been subjected to improper or abnormal use,
negligence, alteration, modification, or accident, damaged due to lack of maintenance or use of wrong fuel, oil, or
lubricants, or which has served its normal life. This limited warranty does not apply to any part of any internal
combustion engine, or expendable items such as blades, shields, guards, or pneumatic tires except as specifically
found in your Operator s Manual.
1.04. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, Dealer, or other person is authorized to give any warranties of any
nature on behalf of Manufacturer.
2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES.
2.01. This limited warranty is not effective unless the Purchaser returns the Registration and Warranty Form to
Manufacturer within 30 days of purchase.
2.02. Purchaser claims must be made in writing to the Authorized Dealer (Dealer) from whom Purchaser purchased the
goods or an approved Authorized Dealer (Dealer) within 30 days after Purchaser learns of the facts on which the
claim is based.
2.03. Purchaser is responsible for returning the goods in question to the Dealer.
2.04. It after examining the goods and/or parts in question, Manufacturer finds them to be defective under normal use and
service due to defects in material or workmanship, Manufacturer will:
(a) Repair or replace the defective goods or part(s) or
(b) Reimburse Purchaser for the cost of the part(s) and reasonable labor charges (as determined by
Manufacturer) if Purchaser paid for the repair and/or replacement prior to the final determination of applicability
of the warranty by Manufacturer.
The choice of remedy shall belong to Manufacturer.
2.05. Purchaser is responsible for any labor charges exceeding a reasonable amount as determined by Manufacturer and
for returning the goods to the Dealer, whether or not the claim is approved. Purchaser is responsible for the
transportation cost for the goods or part(s) from the Dealer to the designated factory.
3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
3.01. MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY EXPRESS (EXCEPT AS SET FORTH HEREIN) AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES
WITH RESPECT TO THE GOODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
3.02. MANUFACTURER MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO THE DESIGN, CAPABILITY, CAPACITY, OR SUITABILITY
FOR USE OF THE GOODS.
3.03. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO
PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS, OR DAMAGE
CAUSED OR ALLEGED TO BE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY THE GOODS INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OR OPERATION OF THE GOODS OR ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. NOT WITHSTANDING THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND WARRANTIES, MANUFACTURERS LIABILITY HEREUNDER FOR DAMAGES
INCURRED BY PURCHASER OR OTHERS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE OF THE GOODS.
3.04. NO ACTION ARISING OUT OF ANY CLAIMED BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY OR TRANSACTIONS UNDER
THIS WARRANTY MAY BE BROUGHT MORE THAN TWO (2) YEARS AFTER THE CAUSE OF ACTION HAS
OCCURRED.
4. MISCELLANEOUS.
4.01. Proper Venue for any lawsuits arising from or related to this limited warranty shall be only in Guadalupe County,Texas.
4.02. Manufacturer may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of any terms shall be
deemed to be a waiver of any other term.
4.03. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be unenforceable, then the
invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
4.04. Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to purchaser in addition to those provided herein.
KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS
ATTENTION: Purchaser should fill in the blanks below for his reference when buying repair parts and/or for proper machine
identification when applying for warranty.
Rhino Implement Model ________________________ Serial Number_________________________
Date Purchased_______________________________ Dealer
_______________________________
RHINO
ATTENTION:
READ YOUR OPERATORS MANUAL
Member of the Alamo Group
1020 S. Sangamon Ave.
Gibson City, IL 60936
800-446-5158
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TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALE
In addition to the standard Limited Warranty shown on the facing page, Rhino also provides:
1.
A TWO-YEAR (24 months) LIMITED WARRANTY* on non-perishable structural items such as: Loader
Boom, Side Frames, Mount Brackets, Backhoe Boom, Dipper, Main Frame, Stabilizer Legs, Swing
Bracket, Subframe and Related Mounting Brackets provided they have not been subjected to abuse or mis
use and have been properly maintained as noted.
NOTE – “properly maintained” specifically includes, but is not limited to:
A)
Regular lubrication.
B)
Using proper amounts of correct hydraulic fluid.
C)
Regular torque inspection of all fasteners.
2.
*WARRANTY LIMITATIONS – Warranty is ONE-YEAR (12 months) for hydraulic cylinders and seals, pivot
pins, wear bushings, hydraulic hoses, buckets or other attachments, wear or cutting edges and tooth bars.
After one year (12 months) standard warranty, these items are considered “Wearing Perishable Parts” and
replacement is the users’ responsibility.
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TO THE OWNER/OPERATOR/DEALER
To keep your implement running efficiently and safely, read your manual thoroughly
and follow these directions and the Safety Messages in this Manual. The Table of
Contents clearly identifies each section where you can easily find the information you
need.
The OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT (1928.51 Subpart C) makes
these minimum safety requirements of tractor operators:
REQUIRED OF THE OWNER:
1. Provide a Roll-Over-Protective Structure that meets the requirements of
this Standard; and
2. Provide Seatbelts that meet the requirements of this paragraph of this
Standard and SAE J4C; and
3. Ensure that each employee uses such Seatbelt while the tractor is moving;
and
4. Ensure that each employee tightens the Seatbelt sufficiently to confine the
employee to the protected area provided by the ROPS.
REQUIRED OF THE OPERATOR
1. Securely fasten seatbelt if the tractor has a ROPS.
2. Where possible, avoid operating the tractor near ditches, embankments,
and holes.
3. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes, and on rough, slick, or
muddy surfaces.
4. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.
5. Watch where you are going
trees.
6. Do not permit others to ride.
7. Operate the tractor smoothly
8. Hitch only to the drawbar and hitch points recommended by the tractor
manufacturer.
9. When the tractor is stopped, set brakes securely and use park lock, if
available.
especially at row ends, on roads, and around
no jerky turns, starts, or stops.
Keep children away from danger all day, every day...
Equip tractors with rollover protection (ROPS)
and keep all machinery guards in place...
Please work, drive, play and live each day with care
and concern for your safety and that of your family
and fellow citizens
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