Danuser Pallet Forks User Manual

PALLET

D A N G E R

FORKS

D A N G E R

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Owner:

Date Purchased:

Manual #: 9MFORK2455622

Operator’s Manual

Danuser LLC

500 E. 3rd St.

P.O. Box 368

Fulton, Missouri 65251

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]
Website: www.danuser.com

Dear Owner/Operator,

Thank you for purchasing this Danuser Pallet Fork. We appreciate your business.

Your safety as an operator of our product is very important to us. Therefore, before you
assemble, install, operate, maintain, remove, or move your Danuser Pallet Fork, read and
understand this manual thoroughly. If there is anything you do not understand, immediately
contact your dealer, or contact our factory direct.

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

Your satisfaction in the performance and longevity of our product is also very important to us
and can be prolonged by proper assembly, installation, operation, and maintenance as instructed
in this manual.

Thank you again for your business and for your trust in our product. Please feel free to
contact us at any time for further assistance.

Sincerely,

Danuser LLC

500 E. 3rd St., P.O. Box 368, Fulton, MO 65251

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail] Website: www.danuser.com

Foreword

WARNING

D A N G E R

NOTE

D A N G E R

Please read this manual thoroughly!

Before you assemble, install, operate, maintain, remove, or move your Danuser Pallet
Fork, read this manual thoroughly. If there is anything you do not understand, contact your
dealer, or call our factory direct at [phone]. This equipment can be dangerous if not
assembled, installed, operated, maintained, removed, or moved properly.

Warranty Registration

To activate your warranty coverage and to provide you with efficient customer service,
please fill out your WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM. This form is included in your
attachment's paperwork package. If you did not complete a WARRANTY REGISTRATION
FORM or did not receive one, please call Danuser LLC. Your satisfaction with our product
and your safety as a user of our product are both very important to us.

Symbols

This SAFETY ALERT symbol identifies important safety messages. Carefully read

each safety message that follows. Failure to understand and obey a safety message,
or recognize a safety hazard, could result in injury or death to you or others around you. The
operator is ultimately responsible for the safety of himself, as well as others, in the operating
area of the pallet fork.

Symbol

This is important information for proper use of this
equipment. Failure to comply may lead to premature
equipment failure.

Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage
to the attachment or the vehicle, or minor personal
injury.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in
personal injury or death.

Immediate hazard! Failure to understand and obey this
warning is likely to result in personal injury or death.

Page

Meaning

Table of

Contents

Letter to the Owner/Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Assembly & Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Decals & Safety Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Form No. 3228

Improper operation of this pallet fork can cause serious
personal injury or death. Operation of this attachment should
only be done by a competent adult in compliance with the
Operator’s Manual. Since pallet fork operations are beyond our
control, we disclaim all liability for any damages, injuries, or
death which may result.

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WARNING

Safety

Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries. Read and understand this manual and
the manual for your vehicle before assembling, installing, operating, maintaining, removing, or moving
this Danuser Pallet Fork. If there is anything in this manual you do not understand, contact your dealer
or Danuser LLC. The safe use of this attachment is strictly up to you, the operator. If this attachment
is used, loaned, or rented by any other person, it is the owner's responsibility to make certain that the
operator prior to operating:

• Reads and understands the Operator's Manuals

• Is instructed in safe and proper use

• The pallet fork is designed to be operated from the vehicle seat. Keep bystanders away from the
work area. Do not operate with another person near or in contact with any part of the pallet fork.

• All operators of this attachment must read and understand this entire manual, paying particular
attention to safety messages and operation instructions, prior to assembling, installing, operating,
maintaining, removing, or moving the pallet fork.

• Please remember it is also important that you read, understand, and follow the safety signs on the
attachment. Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood. They are
there for your safety as well as the safety of others. Danuser LLC will furnish new safety signs upon
request at no charge.

• All things with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe­ minded operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices.

• Personal protection equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and gloves are
recommended during assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, removal, or movement of the
attachment.

• Always use two people to handle heavy, unwieldy components during assembly, installation,
maintenance, removal, or movement of the pallet fork.

• Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, removal, or movement of the pallet fork.

• Only properly trained people should operate this equipment. Do not allow anyone who has not read
this entire manual and understood the safety rules, safety signs, and operation instructions to use this
attachment.

• Never allow children to operate or be around the pallet fork.

• Do not use the pallet fork as a work platform. Do not stand or climb on the pallet fork.

• Do not allow riders on the equipment at any time. There is no safe place for any riders.

• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating
this equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this equipment while taking prescription
medications.

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• Before you operate the attachment, check over pins and connections to be sure all are securely in
place. Make sure the pallet fork is securely latched to the vehicle.

• Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, and clothing away from all moving parts.

• Never place yourself between the vehicle and the attachment.

• Never allow anyone under the attachment at any time.

Safety

• Never place your hands or fingers between the frame and the fork tine, especially when adjusting
tines.

(continued)

• Do not exceed the vehicle’s rated operating load. Use sufficient counterweights. Move the vehicle
slowly when the attachment is raised.

• Do not exceed the pallet fork tine’s rated capacity. Always use proper length forks.

• The pallet fork is designed to vertically lift stable objects. Only lift objects that have solid bases that
rest securely on the forks.

• Do not lift any objects that exceed the height of the brick guard.

• Do not lift any objects that are not secured or banded which may be small enough to fit through the
openings in the brick guard.

• Balance the load on both forks, and always keep the load level.

• Carry the load low. A heavy load can cause instability of the vehicle. Use extreme care during
travel. Slow down on turns and watch out for bumps. Use all safety devices, including a seat belt, as
recommended in the vehicle operator’s manual.

• For operator safety, always keep load in front of vehicle. Never position load over operator.

• Do not operate the pallet fork on steep hillsides. When operating the pallet fork on uneven or hilly
terrain, position the vehicle with the attachment uphill. With the attachment downhill, the vehicle
could tip when attempting to raise the pallet fork. Consult your vehicle operator’s manual for
maximum incline allowable.

• Stay away from power lines when raising the attachment. Serious injury or death can result if
contact is made.

• Always shut off the vehicle engine, remove the key, lower vehicle arms, and relieve all hydraulic
pressure before dismounting the vehicle. Never leave equipment unattended with the vehicle
running.

• Always use care when operating the pallet fork. Most accidents occur because of neglect or
carelessness.

Safety is a primary concern in the design, manufacture, sale, and use of pallet forks. Danuser confirms to
you, our customer, our concern for safety.

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Specifications

Frame Width (A) 45.5" 45.5" 45.5" 45.5"

Overall Width (B) 52" 49.5" 50" 45.5"

Frame Height (C) 35.75" 35.75" 35.75" 37"

Overall Height (D) 38.75" 38.75" 38.75" 38.75"

9" - 45"

A
B

Skid-Steer Full

or Walk-Thru

Brick Guard

C

D

John Deere

200/300/400/500

Skid-Steer

Full or Walk-Thru

Brick Guard

John Deere

600/700

Euro/Global

9" - 45"

A
B

9" - 45"

A
B

C

D

C

D

John Deere

200/300/400/500

John Deere

600/700

C

D

9" - 45"

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A & B

Euro/Global

Assembly &

WARNING

NOTE

NOTE

Installation

Personal protection
equipment including
hard hat, safety glasses,
safety shoes, and gloves
are recommended during
assembly, installation,
operation, maintenance,
removal, or movement of
the pallet fork.

Prepare the Vehicle

Read and understand the manual for your vehicle before assembling or installing the pallet
fork. The use of the pallet fork may require the addition of counterweights to ensure the
combined weight of the attachment and load does not exceed the rated capacity of your
vehicle.

STEP 1: Park the vehicle on level ground, and install the frame (1) by following your
vehicle operator’s manual for installing an attachment. Be sure to securely latch
the frame (1) to the vehicle.

STEP 2: Completely lower the vehicle loader arms and fully roll the dump cylinders back.
If the bottom rail of the frame (1) is in contact with the ground, then slightly raise
the vehicle loader arms.

The bottom rail of the frame should be slightly off the ground to allow
installation of the fork tines.

STEP 3: Shut off the vehicle engine and remove the key.

STEP 4: Grease the frame (1) rails to reduce wear and make adjusting the tines (2) easier.

STEP 5: Position the first tine (2) in the center notch (3) of the frame. Place the top tine
tab on the top rail first, so that the bottom tine tab goes into the notch (3) on the
bottom rail. Lift the lever (4) and slide the tine (2) to the right. Repeat this
process for the second tine (2), and slide it to the left.

Always use two
people to handle
heavy, unwieldy
components during
assembly, installation,
maintenance, removal,
or movement of the
pallet fork.

= Safety Sign
Location

Never place your hands or fingers between the frame and
the fork tine, especially when adjusting tines.

STEP 6: Flip up the levers (4), and slide the fork tines (2) to the desired width. Each tine
(2) must be the same distance from the center of the frame (1).

Keep the fork tines adjusted to the maximum width for better load stability.

STEP 7: Flip down the levers (4), and secure fork tines (2) by sliding the latches into the
frame rail notches.

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fork tine
capacity

2

3

1

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Operation

D A N G E R

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

D A N G E R

D A N G E R

D A N G E R

D A N G E R

D A N G E R

NOTE

24” MAX.

LOAD CENTER

The pallet fork is
designed to be operated
from the vehicle seat.
Keep bystanders away
from the work area. Do
not operate with another
person near or in contact
with any part of the pallet
fork.

Do not use the pallet fork
as a work platform. Do
not stand or climb on the
pallet fork.

Before you operate the attachment, check over pins and
connections to be sure all are securely in place. Make sure
the pallet fork is securely latched to the vehicle.

Do not exceed the vehicle’s rated operating load. If
necessary, use sufficient counterweights.

The pallet fork is designed to vertically lift stable objects.
Only lift objects that have solid bases that rest securely on
the forks.

The maximum load lifted by the pallet fork should never exceed the rated capacity.
The rated capacity of each pallet fork can be found on the side of the fork tine.
The maximum capacity is based on a 24” load center. Lifting a load heavier than
the rated capacity or centered farther than 24” out on the fork tines can result in
damage to the pallet fork and will void all warranties.

Do not allow riders on
the equipment at any
time. There is no safe
place for any riders.

Never allow anyone
under the attachment at
any time.

Personal protection
equipment including
hard hat, safety glasses,
safety shoes, and gloves
are recommended during
assembly, installation,
operation, maintenance,
removal, or movement of
the pallet fork.

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STEP 1: Approach the load so the weight will be centered between the fork tines. The
heaviest side of the load should be positioned closest to the pallet fork frame.

STEP 2: Make sure the fork tines are level and are completely under the load.

STEP 3: Slightly lift the load, and make sure it is secure. If the load appears to be unstable,
lower it, reposition it, and repeat steps 2 and 3 until the load is stable.

Do not lift any objects that exceed the height of the brick
guard.

Do not lift any objects that are not secured or banded which
may be small enough to fit through the openings in the
brick guard.

Operation

WARNING

D A N G E R

(continued)

Stay away from power lines when raising the attachment.
Serious injury or death can result if contact is made.

STEP 4: Raise the load to the minimum height required for transport.

Move the vehicle slowly when the attachment is raised, and
carry the load low. A heavy load can cause instability of
the vehicle. Use extreme care during travel. Slow down
on turns and watch out for bumps. Use all safety devices,
including a seat belt, as recommended in the vehicle
operator’s manual.

Maintenance

The Danuser Pallet Fork is practically maintenance free. Keeping the frame rails greased
will help reduce wear and make adjusting the fork tines easier.

Before each use, inspect the fork tines for excessive wear, and replace if needed. Replace
any worn or damaged parts immediately. Do not use pallet fork with any damaged parts.

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Parts

Skid-Steer

Full or Walk-Thru

Brick Guard

step

3

fork tine
capacity

2

1

step

3

= Safety Sign
Location

fork tine

capacity

2

1

REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 12017 Skid-Steer Full Brick Guard 1
12030 Skid-Steer Walk-Thru Brick Guard 1

2 12050 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/4” x 42” 3,000 lbs. capacity 1
12056 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 42” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12057 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 48” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12052 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 4,500 lbs. capacity 1
12058 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12059 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 48” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12054 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 42” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1
12055 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 48” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1

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3 12060 Latch Kit 1

Parts

John Deere

200/300/400/500

3

fork tine
capacity

2

1

REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 12033 John Deere 200/300/400/500 1

2 12050 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/4” x 42” 3,000 lbs. capacity 1
12056 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 42” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12057 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 48” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12052 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 4,500 lbs. capacity 1
12058 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12059 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 48” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12054 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 42” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1
12055 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 48” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1

= Safety Sign
Location

3 12060 Latch Kit 1

11

John Deere

600/700

Parts

3

fork tine

capacity

2

1

4

5

REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 12034 John Deere 600/700 1

2 12050 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/4” x 42” 3,000 lbs. capacity 1
12056 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 42” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12057 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 48” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12052 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 4,500 lbs. capacity 1
12058 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12059 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 48” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12054 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 42” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1
12055 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 48” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1

= Safety Sign
Location

12

3 12060 Latch Kit 1

4 12082 Pin Assembly 2

5 1600 Klik Pin 2

Euro/Global

Parts

3

fork tine
capacity

2

1

REF. NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 12035 Euro/Global 1

2 12050 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/4” x 42” 3,000 lbs. capacity 1
12056 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 42” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12057 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/8” x 48” 4,000 lbs. capacity 1
12052 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 4,500 lbs. capacity 1
12058 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 42” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12059 Fork Tine Set, 1-1/2” x 48” 5,400 lbs. capacity 1
12054 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 42” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1
12055 Fork Tine Set, 1-3/4” x 48” 6,000 lbs. capacity 1

= Safety Sign
Location

3 12060 Latch Kit 1

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Decals &

WARNING

Safety Signs

Skid-Steer

Full Brick Guard

Walk-Thru Brick Guard

PART NO. DIG12

Location: brick guard, operator's left side

fork tine

capacity

PART NO. DIG11

Location: brick guard, operator's right side

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fork tine
capacity

Clean or replace all safety
signs if they cannot be
clearly read and understood.

Decals &

WARNING

Safety Signs

John Deere

200/300/400/500

PART NO. DIG12

Location: brick guard, operator's left side

fork tine
capacity

PART NO. DIG11

Location: brick guard, operator's right side

Clean or replace all safety
signs if they cannot be
clearly read and understood.

15

Decals &

WARNING

Safety Signs

John Deere

600/700

PART NO. DIG12

Location: brick guard, operator's left side

PART NO. DIG11

Location: brick guard, operator's right side

fork tine

capacity

16

Clean or replace all safety
signs if they cannot be
clearly read and understood.

Decals &

WARNING

Safety Signs

Euro/Global

PART NO. DIG12

Location: brick guard, operator's left side

PART NO. DIG11

Location: brick guard, operator's right side

fork tine

capacity

Clean or replace all safety
signs if they cannot be
clearly read and understood.

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Warranty

DANUSER

Purchase Date

LIMITED WARRANTY

Danuser LLC (“Danuser”) warrants its products, under normal use and maintenance, to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for periods specified below from the purchase date from an authorized Danuser Dealer. Start of the warranty period
is determined by purchase date given on your returned WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM. Proof of purchase may be required.
This Limited Warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of Danuser products.

Pallet Fork - 2 Years

1. During the applicable warranty period, Danuser, at its option, will repair or replace any part determined by Danuser to be
defective. Such repair or replacement shall take place at Danuser’s factory or a location designated by Danuser. Under no
circumstances shall Danuser be obligated for the cost of any repair or replacement by anyone other than Danuser without its
express written consent.

2. Parts may not be returned without written authorization from Danuser.

3. To qualify for warranty inspection, the “failed” part must be returned in its original “failed” condition.

4. To make a claim under this warranty, first contact your authorized Danuser Dealer. The Danuser Dealer shall complete the
Warranty Claim Form and obtain written authorization from Danuser to return parts. All warranty claims must include
detailed information regarding make and model of vehicle on which the Danuser product was mounted, hours of use,
description of events that led up to the failure, and any other information helpful in reviewing the warranty claim. All
warranty returns must be prepaid. Shipments arriving at our factory on a freight collect basis will be refused by our
receiving department. The freight charge will be credited if the parts are determined by Danuser to be defective, and the
associated freight costs in returning those parts will be prepaid by Danuser.

5. Products or parts thereof which, as determined by Danuser’s examination, show wear from normal use, have been
improperly operated, damaged by accident or negligence, field repaired, altered or modified are not considered defective in
material and workmanship and are not covered by this warranty. This warranty does not apply to parts subject to normal
wear or to damage caused by the failure to perform recommended maintenance or to replace worn parts. This warranty shall
not obligate Danuser to bear any cost of labor for field repair, replacement, testing, or adjustment nor for damage caused by
accident, abuse, misuse, or environmental elements.

6. Lifting a load heavier than the rated capacity or centered farther than 24” out on the fork tines can result in damage to the
pallet fork and will void all warranties.

7. Any parts or labor required to repair or replace parts not covered under this warranty will be charged to the customer. Parts
repaired or replaced by Danuser are then covered by this warranty only for the remainder of the original warranty as if such
parts were original parts.

8. Danuser reserves the right to change its specifications and designs at any time.

This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other express warranties, if any, including the implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose. It shall not extend beyond the duration of the expressed warranty provided herein and the
remedy for violations of any implied warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective part pursuant to the terms
contained herein. No employee, dealer, salesman, or representative is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any
other warranty. Danuser shall not be liable for any consequential, incidental, or punitive damages, losses, or expenses, including
those resulting from or caused by any defects.

Danuser LLC Tel: [phone]
500 E. 3rd St. Fax: [phone]
P.O. Box 368 E-mail: [e-mail]
Fulton, MO 65251 Website: www.danuser.com

Form No. 3228