Genie Square Shooters Series Operator's Manual

SQUARE

236492

SHOOTER

OPERATOR'S

MANUAL

88-624
88-636
88-836
88-842
88-1048

r=JTEREX HANDLERS

455

N.

Superior Ave.
Baraga, MI
Ph. (906)
http://www.sqshooter.com
E-mail: [e-mail]

49908-0248

353-6675 Fax [phone]

5/99

©1997

WTEREX

HANDLERS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION

SECTION

SECTION

1

2

3

GENERAL

General Safety Procedures...................................................... 1-3

Proper

Safety Decal............................................................................... 1-9

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ...................................... .

Cab

Enclosure............................................................................ 2-3

Joystick Control Functions..................................................... 2-4

Joystick Control Functions

Brakes......................................................................................... 2-6

Dash Panel.................................................................................. 2-7

Gauges........................................................................................ 2-8

Steering....................................................................................... 2-8

Transmission............................................................................. 2-9

Hydraulic Pump........................................................................ 2-9

Differential Lock.......................................................................

OPERATION

Operation And Safety Guidelines ............................................ .

Before
Starting
Before
Operating
Operating
Transporting A Load
Lifting A
Placing A

Retracting

SAFETy

Load

Chart

............................................................................ .

Starting

The Engine .................................................................. .

Operating

The 4­The

Load

Load

From A Load

............................................................... .

Use............................................................ 1-8

With

Button Pushed................... 2-5

The

Engine ............•...................................•......

The

Square

Way

Controller .......................................... .

Machine With A

..................•..............................................

........................................................................... .

.......................................................................... .

Shooter ................................... .

Load

.................................... .

..........•................................................

1-1

2-1

2-10

3-1
3-3

3-4

3-8

3-9

3-14
3-15
3-16
3-17
3-18
3-22

SECTION

SECTION

4

5

MAINTENANCE

General Safety Practices........................................................... 4-3

Weekly
Six
Yearly
Hydraulic System

MATERIAL

(Or

Month

(Or

(Or

PROCEDURES ......................................... .

50 Hours) Maintenance........................................ 4-6

1,000 Hours) Maintenance.............................. 4-14

2,000 Hours) Maintenance.................................... 4-27

Contamination

SAFETY DATA SHEETS ........................................ . 5-1

Prevention........................ 4-28

4-1

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: 1

: 1

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1

1

1

1

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SECTION 1

GENERAL

SAFETY

1-1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1-GENERAL SAFETY:

General Safety Procedures

Proper

Safety Decal

Load

Chart

Use

1-3

1-8

1-9

1-2

GENERAL

SAFETY

GENERAL

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Stop and take time to read ALL safety alert
messages. Follow all safety messages to
avoid personal injury and/or death.

&WARNING

Always wear eye protection and personal safety

equipment.

THE OPERATOR

The operator must be fully trained and qualified
to operate this machine.

SAFETY

PROCEDURES

Before start-up or machine operation, the
operator must learn the location and purpose
the:

1.

controls

2.

instruments

3.

indicator lights

4. safety and instruction labels

of

ACCIDENT PREVENTION

Use protective clothing and safety equipment.
Always use approved safety equipment such as:
gloves, safety boots, safety hard hats! goggles
and ear protection when necessary.

Wear protective clothing that
where required.

is

snug and belted

FIRE PREVENTION/FIRST AID

Install a first-aid kit and fire extinguisher in the
operators cab.

KEEP THE FIRST-AID KIT and FIRE
EXTINGUISHER

Follow instructions provided with the first-aid
kit and fire extinguisher.

properly maintained.

1-3

GENERAL

SAFETY

GENERAL

SAFETY

WELDING PRECAUTIONS

ffiCAUTION

Any unauthorized welding can cause structural failure or
possible personal injury.
structural member. All unauthorized welding will void the
warranty.

DO NOT

weld

on any

HAND HOLDS AND STEPS

ffiCAUTION

Slips and falls can cause serious personal injury.

off

When getting on and
point contact with the steps and

handrails while facing the machine.

machine, always maintain a three

PROCEDURES

[

DO NOT use steering wheel or any controls

handrails.

NEVER

Be careful
steps and handrails when getting on and
machine.

Always shut

jump

on or

off

the machine.

of

slippery conditions on platforms,

off

engine and set parking brake

off

as

the

BEFORE leaving the operator's station.

REFUELING

ffiWARNING

Fires can cause death or severe personal injury.

Handle fuel with care; it

NOT

refuel the machine while smoking or when

near open flame or sparks.

Always stop engine before refueling machine. Fill fuel
tank outdoors.

is

highly flammable. DO

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean
grease and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.

of

trash,

1-4

GENERAL

SAFETY

GENERAL

SAFETY

HYDRAULIC SAFETY

LLCAUTION

Hot hydraulic oil can cause severe burns. DO NOT work
on the hydraulic system

(49°C).

Before ANYONE works on the hydraulic system:

1.

Lower forks to the ground.

2.

Engage parking brake.

3.

Shutdown engine.

4.

Clean area around oil reservoir cap.

5.

Loosen oil reservoir cap.

6.

Remove key from starter switch.

if

oil temperature exceeds 120° F

FLUIDS UNDER PRESSURE

PROCEDURES

LLCAUTION

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and
cause serious personal injury.

Use a piece
leaks.
sure to relieve all pressure. Before applying pressure to the
system, ensure that all connections are tight.
apply pressure to a damaged line, hose or fitting.

If

injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once.
Proper medical treatment must be administered
immediately. A serious infection or reaction can result
without proper medical treatment.

of

cardboard or paper to search for

DO NOT use hands. Before disconnecting lines, be

DO NOT

SERVICE TIRES SAFELY

An improperly mounted over-pressurized tire can
result in tire explosion causing possible personal
injury. An inflation cage or other safety device
must be used during tire inflation.

DO NOT attempt to mount a tire unless you have
the proper equipment and experience to perform

the job. Have it done by your SQUARE SHOOTER dealer
or qualified repair service.

®

1-5

GENERAL SAFETY

GENERAL

SAFETY

USE SEAT BELT

Always wear seat belt while operating the SQUARE
SHOOTER" to reduce the risk

of

personal injury.

PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE

Unauthorized modifications to machine may impair the
safety, machine function and/or affect machine life.

AL WAYS

working on, under or around the SQUARE
or forks.

DO NOT adjust or oil machine while it

Use

a safety support or brace when

SHOOTER

is

in motion.

PROCEDURES

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SHUT OFF engine and remove key when working on

machine unless maintenance instructions require engine
running (see Maintenance Procedures section 4).

REPLACE any shields or guards removed for

servIcmg.

NEVER use the SQUARE SHOOTER

for lifting personnel.

BOOM

SAFETY

as

a platform

DO NOT enter DANGER AREA under or around boom

when the forks are
(See diagram

Serious personal injury could result
should unexpectedly drop.

ANY work

Before
the boom must be

and the forks must be resting on the ground.

off

the ground while engine

to

the right detailing danger area.)

ifboom

is

performed in the DANGER AREA

COMPLETELY lowered

is

running.

Remove key from start switch to prevent accidental
starting.

1-6

GENERAL

GENERAL SAFETY PROCEDURES

AVOID ELECTRICAL POWER LINES

SAFETY

DANGER

FOR

HIGH

VOLTAGE POWER LINE
WITH NO LOAD AND

REQUIRED
OPERA
OPERA
OR

nON
nON

MAST

it

CLEARANCE

NEAR

IN

TRANSIT

LOWERED.

Normal Voltage, kV

Required

(Phase to Phase)

ill!}

Operation Near High Voltage Power Lines

to

50

Over 50

to 200

Operation

Over 200
Over 350
Over 500
Over 750

in

to
Over 0.75
Over 50
Over 345 to 750
Over 750

to 350
to 500
to 750
to 1000

Transit With No Load and Boom Lowered

0.75
to

50

to

345

to 1000

NORMAL VOLTAGE

BOOM

Minimum

Clearance, ft.

10

(3.05)

15

(4.60)
20 (6.10)
25

(7.62)
35

(10.67)
45 (13.72)

4 (1.22)
6 ((1.83)
10

(3.05)
16

(4.87)
20 (6.10)

IN

AND

WARNING

Always remain completely inside cab enclosure while
operating the machine.

WARNING

Never operate this machine under the influence
alcohol and/or medication which can cause drowsiness.

of

drugs,

WARNING

Never transport
forklift.

It

or

lift personnel into position with this

is

not

designed as a personnel lifting device.

1-7

GENERAL SAFETY

PROPER LOAD CHART USE

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(3.06)

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(12.20)

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The load chart shows how high up and how far in front
loads can be safely picked and placed with a properly maintained and
operated machine. To use the load chart the operator must know the
weight
load

1.

2.

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&

aJ.,

Ct_

3. Get a larger machine that can handle the load within specifications.

1-8

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of

the load and how far

is

heavier than stated on the load chart, three options can be used.

Move the machine closer

"out"

and "up" it has

to

the load so that the weight

.... ) (3

...

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....

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of

the tires various

to

be placed.

of

20

..

,.)

[fthe

the load will

fall within the load chart specifications.

Divide the load into smaller pieces so that each piece falls into load

chart specifications.

LL

WARNING

NEVER raise a load and drive

to

turnover. When placing a load, always move the machine with

chine

to

position it. This can cause the ma-

the load and the boom horizontal or lower. When the machine is as
close as possible

to

where the load needs

to

be placed, set the parking

brake, raise the load, then place the load into position.

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NOTES

1-10

SECTION 2

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS

2-1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 2- CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS:

Cab Enclosure 2-3

Joystick Control Functions 2-4

Joystick Control Functions With Button

Brakes 2-6

Panel 2-7

Dash

Gauges 2-8

Steering 2-8

Transmission 2-9

Hydraulic

Differential Lock

Pump 2-9

Pushed 2-5

2-10

2-2

CONTROLS

CAB ENCLOSURE

AND

INSTRUMENTS

10--+-

20-.....jj-81

8

7--+""r

17

18 15

13

12 14

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9

2
3

5

6

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17

19 19

16

15

1.

Accelerator Pedal

2. Joystick Controller

3.

Square Shoot Activator Button (Opt)

4. Gear Selector

5.

ForwardlReverse Selector

6.

Steering Selector

7.

Parking Brake

8.

Service Brake

9.

Parking Brake Warning Light

10.

Load Chart

11.

Warning Decal

12.

Gauges

13.

Machine Level Gauge

14.

Fuse Holders

15. Headlight Switch (Opt)

16. Frame Sway Controller

17.

Pump Destroke Button

18.

Fork Frame Sway Controller (Opt)

19. Stabilizer Switches (SS-1048)

20. Differential Lock (SS-1048,SS-842)

2-3

CONTROLS

JOYSTICK CONTROL FUNCTIONS

AND

INSTRUMENTS

Use the joystick controllever to operate boom and forks
follows:

A

-BoomDown

B-BoomUp

as

C -Boom Out

D - Boom In

E - Boom Down and Out

F - Boom

G -Boom Up and Out

H - Boom Down and

Up

and

In

In

E

c

2-4

CONTROLS

AND

INSTRUMENTS

JOYSTICK CONTROL FUNCTIONS (WITH BUTTON PUSHED)

With button
movement

the following.

A-

B- Tilt in.

of

Tilt out.

on

top

of

joystick depressed the

the joystick changes functions to

B

(~

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c- (Optional) Square Shoot Out

D- (Optional) Square Shoot In

2-5

CONTROLS

The brake pedal is the operator control for
the service brakes.
vates service brakes

Pushing pedal (A) acti-

on

all four wheels.

AND

BRAKES

INSTRUMENTS

The brake should
operation to stop machine movement.

On machines equipped with rear-lock cylinders
models (SS-1048

activate the cylinders into the lockup mode.

Failure to set parking brake before leaving machine
result in unintended machine movement and possible

injury, death, and/or damage to machine or property.

be

applied during normal

and

SS-842) the service brakes will

LL

WARNING

may

The parking brake

anytime the operator gets

To engage, lift handle straight up until it

"locks" over center.

Always disengage parking brake before attempting to move
machine. To disengage push handle (B) down until it is
completely collapsed. Failure to disengage parking brake
during operation can cause parking brake failure. Heat build
up from an engaged parking brake may cause a fire.

(B) should be engaged

off

the machine.

LL

CAUTION

(B)

2-6

CONTROLS

AND

DASH PANEL

ffi WARNING

Always ensure that machine level indicator is at zero

before raising the

machine

injury

or

may

death.

boom.

Raising

cause the machine to overturn, resulting in

boom

with a unlevel

INSTRUMENTS

F

(0)

E

ffi WARNING

Use

frame

sway

control to level machine only when the

boom

position is horizontal

when

boom

control

cause machine to overturn, resulting in injury

1.

FRAME
The
panel. The frame sway control is
with the machine level indicator (F)
of

the dash panel. The

the left

2. ROTATING
The rotating fork frame control (G) located
dash panel allows the operator to position forks
for insertion

NOTE: The rotating fork frame is an option.

machine is not equipped with a rotating fork frame,
no control will be

3.

HEADLIGHT
The head light switch (H) is located

This is a push/pull type switch.

SWAY

frame

sway

or

right depending

is higher than a horizontal position

CONTROL

control (E) is located

FORK

or

removal from pallet.

mounted

SWITCH

or

lower. Using frame sway

on

used

in

mounted

sway

control lever is either

on

the particular requirement.

FRAME

CONTROL

on

the dash panel.

on

the dash panel.

or

the dash

conjunction

on

top

on

the

If

your

death.

moved

may

to

=-=

H

!

r---K

NOTE: Head lights are optional.
is not equipped with headlights, no switch will be

on

mounted

PUMP

3.
The pump destroke button (J) is located

panel.

FRONT

4.
The front stabilizer switches (K) are located
just

to the left

NOTE: The front stabilizer switches are standard equipment
on

the SS-1048.

the dash panel.

DESTROKE

STABILIZER

of

CONTROL

the frame sway control switch.

If

your

CONTROL

machine

on

the dash

on

the dash panel

2-7

"

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CONTROLS

AND

GAUGES

INSTRUMENTS

The following gauges are used to monitor the
machine:

A - Fuel Level

Oil Temperature, Powershift Transmission

B -

Oil Pressure, Powershift Transmission

C -

D - Voltmeter

E - Water Temperature, Engine

F -

Oil Pressure, Engine

STEERING

LLCAUTION

Before changing steering selections, make sure all four wheels
are in line. Failure to align wheels to proper settings before
changing steering positions may cause haphazard steering.

This may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to

machine or property.

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In addition to the steering wheel, located
front

of

the operator, the SQUARE SHOOTER has another

steering control, the steering selector valve.

The Steering Selector valve (C) is a three-position
switch. The three positions are: 4-wheel, 2-wheel , and oblique.
Switch positions are selected and function as follows:

4-WHEEL

In 4-wheel mode rear tires follow the same track as
front tires.

WHEEL

2­In 2-wheel mode only front wheels

OBLIQUE

In oblique, also known as "crab" steering, all four

wheels

is selected when valve

is

selected when valve

is

selected when valve

tum

in the same direction.

directly in

is

in far right position.

is

in center position.

turn.

is

in far left position.

2-8

2 wheel

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CONTROLS

AND

TRANSMISSION

1.

TRANSMISSION RANGE CONTROL

The transmission range control (A) has three selections,
first, second and third. First is low speed, high torque.

Second is medium speed, medium torque. Third is high
speed, low torque. This allows operator to select speed
and torque range most suited for the job being per-

formed.

2.

FORW ARDIREVERSE SELECTOR SWITCH

The forward and reverse selection control (B) has three
positions: F (Forward), N (Neutral), and R (Reverse).
Because the machine is equipped with a neutral start
switch, this lever must be in the neutral position before
starting the machine.

INSTRUMENTS

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ffiDANGER

Depressing pump desyoke button while operating the
SQUARE
loss
ous situation. Hydraulic functions that will be affected
are: STEERING,
and RETRACT,
OPTIONS. None
as the button is depressed. Brakes will continue to func­tion

The pump de stroke button will be the black push button

switch located on dash panel.

NOTE: On machines equipped with front stabilizers the

button will be located directly to the left

SHOOTER will cause an immediate

of

hydraulic power, possibly creating a very danger-

FORK TILT, LIFT, BOOM EXTENDED,

SWAY and ALL HYDRAULIC

of

these functions will operate as long

if

accumulator backup has a sufficient gas charge.

of

the dash panel.

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For example, when starting machine for the first time
on a

30°

day, depress pump destroke button while
starting engine. Continue to depress button for
seconds after engine starts. Once engine
smoothly, release button and the hydraulic pump will engage.
Depressing pump destroke button will not be required for

all other starts

to cool completely.

of

the day, unless engine has been allowed

is

running

15

to 20

2-9

CONTROLS

AND

INSTRUMENTS

DIFFERENTIAL

IMPORT

tiallock, make sure the wheels come to a complete stop.
Failure to do so will result in premature wear
components.

Models
differential lock

push button is located directly to the left

pedal.

ANT

SS-1048 & SS-842 are equipped with a front axle

Before engaging the front axle differen-

of

internal

and

push button (D). This foot operated

of

the service brake

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Depressing and holding the differential lock push button
(D) locks the front axle into a positive traction mode.

2-10

CONTROLS

AND

NOTES

INSTRUMENTS

2-11

SECTION 3

OPERATION

3-1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 3- OPERATION:

Operation And Safety Guidelines

Before Starting The Engine

Starting The Engine

Before Operating The Square Shooter

Operating The Four Way Controller

Operating The Machine With A Load

Transporting A Load

Lifting A Load

Placing A Load

Retracting From A Load

3-3

3-4

3-8

3-9

3-14

3-15

3-15

3-17

3-18

3-22

3-2

OPERATION

OPERATION AND SAFETY GUIDELINES

LLWARNING

Your safety and the safety
equipment. Know the positions and functions

Understand the speed, braking, steering, stability, and load chart characteristics

Operator's Manual and ask questions

the
read, fully understand, and follow these operation and safety guidelines.

1.

DO

NOT

operate SQUARE SHOOTER'tractor while people and lor property are within a 50 foot (15.24 m) minimum
radius. Falling objects from the forks
50 foot (15.24 m) minirnumradius should
working conditions.

2.

ALWAYS

personal injury or death.

3.

NEVER
occur.

4.

ABSOLUTELY NO RIDERS

5.

NEVER
occur.

6.

INSPECT
obstructions cannot be cleared, mark obstructions with a stake
operator.

7.

DO

pressurized coolant.

8.

AL

WAYS wear seat belt when operating machine.

9.

ALWAYS

and/or replace any

10.

CHECK

11.

CHECK
start safety switch,back alarm,horn, and always make sure mirror is adjusted properly.

12.

DO

13.

DO

14.

CARRY A LOAD

15.

AL

WAYS level machine

an unlevel machine

16.

USE frame sway control to level the machine only when the
sway control when the
death.

17.

DO
cold start-ups. Depressing the button while operating a
lic power that will affect steering, fork tilt, lift, boom extend and retract, sway and all other hydraulic functions. Brakes
will continue

remain completely within the cab enclosure while operating machine. Falling debris can cause serious

extend a load beyond the load chart band. Machine

lower a maximum load before retracting it. Machine turn over, component damage, injury or death could

and clear working area

NOT

check engine coolant level

inspect the machine daily. Check for leaks, worn hoses, loose belts, or anything out

worn,

to

be sure that all guards and screens are secure and in the proper place.

to be sure that all safety devices are functioning properly: parking brake, service brake, level gauge,neutral

NOT

travel on terrain or in dangerous areas that could cause machine to tip over.

NOT

attempt to start engine by towing or pushing. Damage to the powershift transmission could result.

so that you have maximum machine stability and visibilty is not obstructed.

may

NOT

depress the pump de stroke button while operating the machine. This button should

to

function

of

those around you depends upon you using care and judgement in the operation

of

all controls before attempting to operate. All equipment has limitations.

of

the machine before operating. Read

of

your supervisor until you know machine limitations.

or

attachment can cause property damage and/or serious personal injury. This

be

used only

SHOUWBE

of

damaged or leaking parts immediately. Failure to do so can cause injury

as

indicated

cause machine to overturn causing injury

boom

is higher then a horizontal position

if

accumulator backup has a sufficient gas charge.

ALLOWEDONMACIDNE

any obstructions (rocks, fence, wire, etc.) that could cause machine damage.

if

engine has recently been run. Injury could occur from escaping hot

on

the machine level indicator; before raising boom. Raising the boom with

as

a guideline. Enlarge minimum working area

tum

over, component damage, injury or death could

OR

ATTACHMENTS.

or

other marker that will

or

death.

boom

position is horizontal

may

cause the machine to overturn causing injury or

SQUARE SHOOTER will cause

be

clearly visible to the

or

lower. Using the frame

an

It

is

very important to

if

warranted

ofthe

ordinary. Repair

or

death.

be

used only during

immediate loss

ofhydrau-

of

this

by

If

3-3

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

The following procedures should be performed before
starting the engine.

ffiWARNING

Do not perform any procedures in this section,
" BEFORE STARTING
off

and engine is cool. Failure to do so may result in serious

injury, death

1.

Walk around machine and check for any parts
that are missing, worn, damaged or leaking. Repair and!
or replace damaged parts.

or

damage to equipment.

mE

ENGINE" , unless machine

is

2.

Check engine

is

API code CD/SC, or seasonal weight

tion. Contact your SQUARE SHOOTER dealer for more
information.

011

level. Iflow, add 15w40 motor oil that

~ecommenda

34

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

& WARNING

Do not check coolant level
Injury may occur from hot escaping pressurized coolant.

3.

With engine cool, check engine coolant level.

When checking coolant level, coolant should be visible

of

in top tank
add a

50/50 mixture

freeze/coolant.

radiator.

if

engine has recently been run.

If

coolant is not visible

of

water and glycol- based anti

3-5

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

4.

Open water drain plug. Place empty container under
drain plug located at bottom
present, leave plug open until fuel starts to flow out
plug. Close drain plug. Clean up any fuel on the
machine or the ground. Dispose

of

fuel filter.

of

If

properly.

water is

of

5.

Check hydraulic oil level sight gauge. With

down and retracted and SQUARE SHOOTER level, the

sight gauge should read

low, fill hydraulic reservoir with A W 24 or equivalent.

On

(A W24

On

97815

directly below main pivot

Serial

Or

Lower). Hydraulic reservoir fill

112

No. 97815

of

full. Ifhydraulic oil level is

or

Higher

boom.

b(jj)oom

Amoco 1000

is

located

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3-6

OPERATION

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

6.

Remove back cover from air cleaner. Remove and inspect
air cleaner. Thoroughly clean inside

if

filter on

NOTE: Two filters required on turbo- charged

machines.

required.

of

the canister. Replace

7.

Grease the following components daily:
A.

Both axle pivots - plumbed out to the side

the machine.

of

B. Both ends

C.

The fork frame mounting pin.

D. Both ends

SEE LUBE CHART

the lift cylinders.

of

the fork tilt cylinders.

ON

PAGES 4-12&13

of

3-7

OPERATION

STARTING THE ENGINE

ffiDANGER

Any problems discovered in steps 1 thru 8 should be
documented and corrected before this SQUARE SHOOTER

is operated.

ffiDANGER

If

machine should start with transmission control lever in
gear, stop operation at once. Property damage, serious
injury or death may occur to material and personnel around

machine at time
technician repair machine.

of

engine start. Have a qualified service

(R)

1.

Place transmission control lever in neutral. SQUARE
SHOOTERS are equipped with a neutral start safety
switch to prevent engine from starting with trans­mission in gear.

2.

Insert ignition key in ignition switch. Rotate clockwise
until engine starts. Release key when engine starts.

ffiCAUTION

If

engine fails to start within 30 seconds release key ,wait at
least 2 minutes to allow starter motor to cool before trying
again.

If

engine fails to start after four attempts,trouble
shoot and correct problem. For more infonnation on trouble­shooting contact your local

SQUARE SHOOTER dealer.

DO NOT tum key in ignition while engine is running.

This may cause damage to starting motor.

ffiCAUTION

Attempting to start engine
will result in damage to powershift transmission and will
not start engine!
personnel injury.

It

by

towing

also

is

a unsafe practice that could cause

or

pushing machine

3-8

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER®

1.

Check dash-mounted gauges for logical readings.
For example, on a cold start-up with engine at low
idle, readings should be as follows:

• Engine oil pressure, 40 PSI or more

• Voltmeter,

• Transmission oil pressure, 180 PSI or more

• Fuel tank, at least 1/2 full

12

volts or more

2.

Operate joystick controller momentarily in all direc­tions. Refer to listings and associated drawings on this
page to determine direction

· Joystick forward, in position A, lowers

· Joystick backward, in position B, raises

of

movement:

boom

boom

· Joystick right, in position C, extends boom

· Joystick left, in position D, retracts boom

· Joystick in position E, lowers and extends

· Joystick in position

· Joystick in position

F,

raises and retracts

G,

raises and extends

· Joystick in position H, lowers and retracts

boom

boom

boom

boom

The following movements can only be accomplished with the

joystick controller button depressed. This button is located

on the top

of

the joystick controller.

· Button depressed with joystick in position A tilts the
fork frame forward.

· Button depressed with joystick in position B tilts the
fork frame back.

· Button depressed with joystick in position C Square

Shoots out (optional feature;

nJa

SS-624)

· Button depressed with joystick in position D Square
in (optional feature;

Shoots

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SS-624)

STANDARD JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS

A-

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E B - Boom Up

C - Boom Out

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Up and Out

In

BUTTON DEPRESS JOYSTICK FUNCTIONS

/'

A. Tilt

B. Tilt

Out

In

C. Square Shoot Out

D.

Square Shoot

In

3-9

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER®

3.

Operate frame sway control momentarily.
The black ball in level indicator moves in same
direction
SHOOTER
sway control. For example, moving sway control to
the left tilts machine to the left. Moving sway
control to the right tilts machine to the right.

as

sway control lever. The SQUARE

CRl

tilts in the same direction as the

4.

Check steering operation
approximately one-quarter turn in each direction.
and rear tires are not aligned properly, move steering
selector switch to "2-wheel" position. Bring front tires
into alignment with rear tires. Place steering selector
switch back into "4-wheel" position.

by

turning steering wheel

If

front

3-10

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER®

& CAUTION

Operating SQUARE SHOOTER with parking brake engaged
can cause brake failure. Heat build up from brake being
engaged can cause a fIre.

&

DANGER

If

machine does not stop immediately when brake pedal
applied, do not use SQUARE SHOOTER. Correct braking
problem before using this machine. Failure to follow this
procedure may result in serious injury and/or death.

is

5.

Release mechanical parking brake.

6.

Activate transmission. As soon
move, apply service brake pedal. The machine
should stop immediately.

as

machine starts to

3-11

OPERATION

BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER®

[LDANGER

Never operate the machine with a faulty backup
alarm. Doing so may result in serious injury and/or
death.

7.

Place transmission control in reverse. The backup
alarm should sound.
backup alarm repaired immediately. When machine
starts to roll,
tion and backup alarm should stop when brake pedal is
depressed. This action verifies that transmission
clutch cutoff is working properly.

APPL Y service brakes. The machine

If

it does not sound, have the

mo-

8.

Check rear view mirror. When properly adjusted, the
top

half

of

right rear tire should fill glass.

3-12

OPERATION

NOTES

3-13

OPERATION

OPERATING THE 4-WAY CONTROLLER

Two factors in the performance
controller are engine RPM and oil flow.

All SQUARE SHOOTER models will perform load chart
capacities at engine idle. Engine
increase speed

Higher engine
ofthe

optional SQUARE SHOOT( Level Traverse)

function.(Button

of

rpm

(R)

hydraulic function.

is recommended to enhance performance

Pushed)

ofthe

rpm

4- way

may

be

raised to

E

c

By

moving the 4-way controller gradually to full open,

smooth and controlled functions will result.

Quick and sharp movement
in jerky and uncontrolled functions.

of

4- way controller will result

3-14

OPERATION

TRANSPORTING A LOAD

LL

WARNING

Any

SS-1048 SQUARE SHOOTER equipped with Quick
Attach option using a fork carriage
pin with a 2
a

5000 LB capacity each and be stamped accordingly.
Failure to follow these specifications could result in serious
injury or death.

114

INCH DIAMETER. Forks MUST also have

®

MUST have a fork tine

LL

Transporting a load with the
could cause a roll over hazard.

The forks should
to the ground
above horizontal position.

be

as

load will allow without raising the

WARNING

tipped back slightly, and kept as low

ffi WARNING

At no time should any load
use

of

chains, ropes, straps etc.

suspended the use

of

be

a truss (jib)

boom

above horizontal

suspended from forks

If

a load must

boom

be

is mandatory.

boom

by

3-15

OPERATION

TRANSPORTING A LOAD

ffiWARNING

Slower speeds should
Failure to do so can result in damage to load, machine, and
bystanders.

be

used whenever transporting a load.

Always keep

to ensure greater stability. By using the letters

boom side the operator can judge how far the boom

may be extended with that particular load.

boom

retracted as far as load will allow

on

the

3-16

OPERATION

LIFTING A LOAD

Always place load in center

frame and completely against the back.
so greater stability

of

of

the fork

the load will result.

By

doing

IMPORTANT Never attempt to use the forks and/ or
attachments for prying wedged or frozen loads free.
Damage to load, pallet and/or machine could result.

3-17

OPERATION

PLACING OF A LOAD

ffiDANGER

Always apply parking brake before lifting and lor
placing a load. Failure to do so could allow machine to roll
causing a roll over hazard which could result in injury or death.

On models equipped with front stabilizers, arms
should be lowered until weight
before placing a load. Front stabilizers are standard on
model ( SS -

1048).

is

supported by arms

3-18

ffi

Do not sway machine with
tion.

By

doing so could cause a roll over hazard that

may result in injury or death.

boom

OPERATION

PLACING A LOAD

WARNING

above the horizontal posi-

Before placing a load, the frame level should be adjusted at this
point. This can be done
SWAY CONTROL located on the dash panel.

Adjust until level gauge indicator ball

mark.

by

the use

of

the switch labeled

is

located on the (0)

3-19

OPERATION

PLACING

On

models equipped with rear lockup cylinders (SS-l 048
and SS-842) depress and hold service brake pedal
throughout entire placement procedure. Cylinders
become locked when service brakes are applied.

ALOAD

Gradually move 4-way controller towards position (B) to

lift load vertically. Hold until required height has been E

reached.

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3-20

OPERATION

PLACING A LOAD

Gradually move 4-way controller towards position (E)
to bring
Lower load until weight

boom

DOWN

and OUT into final position.

is

completely

off

forks.

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On

machines equipped with the optional SQUARE
SHOOT
position (C) to bring load into final position.

NOTE: The button has to be pushed to activate the

SHOOT

feature move 4-way controller toward

function.

SQUARE

3-21

OPERATION

RETRACTING FROM A LOAD

Gradually move 4-way controller towards position (F)

boom

to bring the
out

ofload.

be lowered.

On

machines equipped with the optional SQUARE
SHOOT function move the 4-way controller towards
position (D) to retract forks from load. Once forks are
clear

of

load the

NOTE: The button has to be pushed to activate the SQUARE
SHOOT function.

UP and IN. This will bring the forks

Once forks are clear

boom

may be lowered.

ofload

the boom can

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LLDANGER

Do not operate machine with the
position.

boom

above the horizontal

3-22

OPERATION

NOTES

3-23

SECTION 4

MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURES

4-1

TABLE

OF

CONTENTS

SECTION 4- MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES:

General Safety Practices 4-1

Weekly

Six Month

Yearly (Or 2,000 Hours) Maintenance 4-27

Hydraulic System Contamination Prevention 4-28

(Or 50 Hours) Maintenance 4-6

(Or 1,000 Hours) Maintenance 4-14

4-2

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES

BEFORE SERVICING

Read entire Maintenance Procedure Section.

Familiarize yourself with all safety precautions listed

in Section

Pay close attention to all safety alert symbols.

1.

Be sure you understand the procedures detailed
section.

Wear protective equipment.

Remove rings and jewelry.

Move machine to a safe level work place.

Lower

boom

and support all raised equipment.

Shut down machine.

Remove key from ignition.

Be careful with fuels and lubricants so

Do not fuel tank while engine is running or hot. Doing

so

could cause a fire and/or a explosion.

as

in

this

not to spill.

Do not smoke while refueling or working with fuel
to avoid a fire and/or an explosion.

IMPORTANT! Always clean up spilled fuel andlor
lubricants to avoid polluting the earth.

4-3

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES

HYDRAULIC SAFETY

[L

WARNING

Hot

hydraulic oil can cause severe bums. DO NOT work

on

the hydraulic system

if

oil temperature exceeds 120 F (49 C).

o 0

ANYONE works

Before

1.

Lower forks to the ground.

2.

Engage parking brake.

3. Shut down engine.

4. Clean area around reservoir cap.

5. Loosen reservoir cap.

6.

Remove key from starter switch.

on

the hydraulic system:

FLUID UNDER PRESSURE

[LWARNING

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin and
cause serious personal injury.

Use a piece

leaks.
ing lines, be sure to relieve all pressure. Before
applying pressure to the system, ensure that all

connections are tight.
to a damaged line, hose or fitting.

of

cardboard or paper to search for

DO NOT use hands! Before disconnect-

DO NOT apply pressure

If

injured
Proper medical treatment must be administered
immediately. A serious infection or reaction
can result without proper medical treatment.

by

escaping fluid, see a doctor at once.

4-4

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES

WELDING PRECAUTIONS

it

WARNING

DO NOT weld on any structural member. Any

unauthorized welding can cause structural failure or

possible personal injury. All unauthorized welding or

repair procedures will void the warranty.

Befurep::r:fr:mn

disconnect positive lead from battery. Properly
attach ground cable
that

is

being welded. Failure to do so can cause

electrical system damage.

ng

any authorized welding, be sure to

of

welder to frame member

4-5

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

1.

Perform "BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE" mainte­nance and checks, as listed beginning on page 3-3

2.

Perform "BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE

SHOOTER" checks

3.

Remove and inspect air cleaner according to the following
procedure:

A Remove and clean cup assembly.

as

listed beginning on page 3-8

of

this manual.

of

this manual.

B. Check the condition

Clean or replace as needed. Refer to Engine Manual

for more detailed instructions.

C.

Replace cup assembly.

D. Check air cleaner hose connections between air cleaner

housing and the engine intake manifold for damage or

leaks.

of

the air cleaner element.

4-6

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

4. The average engine oil change interval
hours

of

operation.
engine oil and oil filter. Mark the date and engine's
hours on the
oil change details.

NOTE: Engine manual available from SQUARE
SHOOTER

5.
This filter has a service indicator built into the
manifold.

Do not operate steering to rear axle (4-wheel or oblique)

during this test as tire movement may create a crush

hazard for the personnel observing the pressure filters

service indicator.

®

dealer.

Check the Hydraulic Pressure Filter element.

If

that interval is up, change

new

oil filter. See engine manual for

ffi

WARNING

is

250

To test the filter element, the steering selector switch must
be in the 2-wheel position and there must be a flow
through it. The steering circuit is the largest user

that this filter serves.

With the engine at about
rapidly back and forth while someone observes the
pressure filter's service indicator.

half

RPM, operate the steering

of

of

oil

oil

4-7

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

If

the service indicator recommends changing the filter

element follow the procedure listed below:

A. Shut

B.

C.

D.

E. Install a new 10 micron paper element into the head

F. Install a new

G.

H.

off

the engine and remove the key from the switch.

Open the reservoir fill cap to vent the tank's internal

(5

pressure

Using a 1-3/8 inch wrench, unscrew the bowl from the
head assembly. Remove the paper element from the
head assembly by pulling down on

Remove the o-ring from the bowl lip and wipe the
bowl clean.

assembly

the bowl.

Screw the bowl back into the head assembly
the pressure filter.

Tighten the bowl to 30

to 10 PSI).

it.

of

the pressure filter.

O-ring into the groove in the lip

ft.

lbs.

of

torque and wipe dry.

of

of

4-8

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

6.

Check

the hydraulic return filter element.

The filter has a service indicator built into the body.

mounted

It is
reservoir, left side, near the top and has an aluminum
body

with a white spin

at

The

the machine has a pressurized reservoir.

To test the hydraulic return filter the hydraulic fluid

must

be

If

these conditions exist, have one person operate the

boom

up at full engine
the filter. While this is being done have another person
observe the filter pressure gauge.

on

the forward surface

on

element.

rest reading should read between 0 and 7 PSI as

at least 40° F and the engine must be running.

RPM

to create flow through

of

the hydraulic oil

15

PSI (

The gauge should read less than
the flow test,
on element should be changed according to the following
procedures.

A. Lower oil level in reservoir

at ground level and tilting fork frame fully down.

B.Sway the machine fully to the right, shut

key from start switch.
element change is complete.

C. Open hydraulic oil reservoir fill cap to vent pressure.

Steps (A) (B) and (C) are performed to prevent oil from
being dumped

D.Remove

assembly

E.

Remove rubber seal ring from head assembly

F.

Install

G.

Wipe a film
install it on return filter

on

spin

if

gauge reads more than

by

extending the

Do

not restart the engine until filter

on

personnel

the spin-on element Item 2 from the head

Item 1 of

new

rubber seal ring

element (Item 2) and wipe it dry.

the return filter.

of

oil around outer lip

when

in

the head assembly

head

assembly( Item I). Hand tighten

bypass)

15

PSI the spin

off

this change is performed.

of

new

spin-on element and

during

boom

engine and remove

of

return filter.

of

fully

return filter.

4

~--\

3

2

H.

Close hydraulic oil reservoir fill cap.

4-9

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

7. Perform weekly greasing on components using a premium multi purpose
grease as listed below. Refer to lube chart on pages 4-12&13 for
component location. Clean all grease fittings before greasing.

A. Head and base ends

B.

Slip yoke

C. Slip yoke

D. Universal joints on both driveshafts, with the exception

parking brake disc (3).

E.

Axle trunnion (steering) bearings, front and rear (8).

F.

Both ends

G.

Tie rod ends on both axles (4).

H. Brake pedal pivot (1).

I. Accelerator pedal pivot (3).

J.

Upper slide on lift copy assembly (2) Optional on all models except
SS-624.

K.

Lower slide on lift copy assembly. (1) Optional on all models except
SS-624.

on

front axle (1).

on

rear axle (1).

of

of

sway cylinders (4).

all four steering cylinders (8).

of

joint

by

the

L. The boom's rear pivot (2).

M. Head and base ends

N. Head and base

O.

Stabilizer Frame. (SS-1048)

P.

Two chain sheaves on front
roller shaft (2) (NOTE: SS-836 only.)

Q.

Extend the
four grease fittings on the side plates. (NOTE: The
section boom, therefore only the large boom will have these grease
fittings.) Put four pumps
on the sides
tubes where rub occurs. Models SS-1048, SS-842, SS-836 & SS-636
have eight grease fittings.The SS-624 will have four.

boom

of

of

rear-lock cylinders. (SS-1048&SS-842) (4)

of

both stablizer cylinders. (SS-1048) (4)

(See

page 4-12 for all locations)

of

middle boom tube. Fittings in the end

fully. The large and middle

of

grease into each fitting. This smears grease

the

intemalload

rollers and lubes inside

boom

tubes each have
SS-624 is a two-

of

the

4-10

of

boom

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

WEEKLY (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

ffiDANGER

®

SQUARE SHOOTER FORKLIFTS ARE BALLASTED WITH WEIGHTED TIRES.
LOSS OF BALLAST CAN EFFECT MACHINE STABILITY AND CAN CAUSE
A ROLL OVER HAZARD RESULTING IN DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH

8.

Check tires for chloride and inflation pressure.

A.

With valve stem at its highest point, push deflator point
a full second. There should be a solid stream
If

air is present, tire is under-filled with chloride solution. Replace the lost chloride
solution to a level
submerged in chloride solution, it will rust causing early failure. Proper chloride
solution is 150 lbs.

NOTE: The SS-624 is the only SQUARE SHOOTER tractor without weighted tires.

B. Use only a corrosion

to

55

PSI.

of

one inch above the steel wheel. Also

of

calcium chloride to 50 gallons

proof

tire gauge to check tire pressure. Tires should be inflated

of

chloride solution and no air.

of

valve core for about

if

steel wheel is not kept

of

water.

4-11

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SS-624

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SS-636

SS-836

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SS-842

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

LUBE CHARTS

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4-13

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

1.

Perform "BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE" maintenance and checks, as listed beginning

of

on page 3-3

2.

Perform "BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER" checks, as listed beginning

on

page 3-8

3.

Perform "ONCE A WEEK (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE" procedures, as listed beginning

on page 4-5

4. Change engine fuel filter according to applicable engine manufacturer specifications. For more information contact
your local SQUARE SHOOTER or engine dealer.

this manual.

of

this manual.

of

this manual.

®

5.

Change hydraulic oil reservoir breather element. (A)
This spin-on type filter is located on the top surface
of

the oil reservoir. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY!!

A

4-14

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

6.

Change transmission oil filter. To change transmission oil

filter use the following procedure:

A.

Using a
that secure the access cover.

B. Wipe the filter clean. Rotate counterclockwise

and remove. Clean sealing face

C.

Smear a drop
Install filter hand tight.

D.

Before replacing access cover, run engine long enough to
check transmission oil level.
filter. Add oil as needed.

112

inch wrench, remove two 5/16 inch bolts

of

filter mount, as needed.

of

oil around rubber seal ring

Oil level dipstick

Use Amoco 1000, or equivalent.

of

new filter.

is

next to oil

E.

Replace access cover and two 5/16" bolts. Secure bolts.

4-15

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

7.

Change oil in all four (4) planetary brakepack ends.

This fluid gradually becomes contaminated

from the wearing action
these axle ends with an
EP rated at GL-S. Refer to SQUARE SHOOTER
Servic

Notes for recommended axle end oil. Fill to the

118"

NPT plug at center

of

the brakes. Refill

SAE 90 weight oil that

of

planetary end.

is®

8.

Check lube level in center differentials

To check lube level use the following procedures:

A.

Remove the plug. Fluid level should be at the lower

of

the plug hole.

lip

B. Refill with a quality

equivalent.

C.

Replace the plug.

(See Service Notes for Equivalents.)

SAE 90 weight fluid or seasonal

of

both axles.

4-16

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

9.

Re-torque bearings in boom pivot. See SERVICE NOTES
for "The

NOTE: This step is applicable to Model SS-836 only.

Boom

Pivot's Two Adjustments".

10.

Check boom extension and retraction chains for slack.
For particular Model requirements refer to the following
pages.

Model

SS-1048 see page 4-19

Model

SS-842 see page 4-20

Model

SS-836 see page 4-21
SS-636 see page 4-22

Model

NOTE: Model SS-624 does not use extension and

retraction chains.

4-17

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000

11.

Visually check SQUARE SHOOT drive
chain for proper tension. Follow the proce­dure outlined in SQUARE SHOOTER
SERVICE NOTES, "Proper Tensioning
SQUARE SHOOT Drive Chain".

HOURS)

(pJ

of

the

MAINTENANCE

Check and adjust engine valve clearance.
For more information contact your local
SQUARE SHOOTER or applicable engine dealer.

4-18

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

ADJUSTING EXTENSION-RETRACTION CHAINS, SS-1048

CHECK POINTS: Proper adjustment can be checked with a
tape measure. Extend boom fully, then retract about one

On either side

inch.
center.
surface

Place one end

of

boom directly above estimated center.

of

the booms middle section estimate

of

tape measure on the top

TOLERANCE: Measurement from top surface
boom to lowest part
no less than 2- 3/8 inches.

TO ADJUST:
tighten chain anchor (A), which is located on the top, front
the large boom tube as follows:

A. Tighten an adjustable wrench across the flat part

the chain just ahead

B. With a 1-7/16 inch wrench tighten the one inch nut

to collapse the springs. Continue to tighten until chain
is in tolerance.

C.

With a feeler gauge check the gap between the spring
coils should be no less than
collapsed completely.

NOTE. There are two chains on the SS-1048. Both chains

should have the same measurement.

of

extension chain should be

If

the measurement is less than 2- 3/8 inches,

of

the chain anchor.

.030. Coils should never be

of

of

of

4-19

A

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH ( OR 1,000

ADJUSTING EXTENSION-RETRACTION CHAINS, SS-842

CHECK POINTS: Proper adjustment can be checked
with a tape measure. Extend boom fully, then
retract about one inch.

section estimate center.

measure on top surface

estimated center.

TOLERANCE: Measurement from top surface

boom to lowest part

less than 2-3/8 inches.

On

either side

Place one end

of

boom directly above

of

extension chain should be no

of

of

middle

tape

of

HOURS)

MAINTENANCE

TO ADJUST:

tighten chain anchor (A), which

of

the large

A. Tighten an adjustable wrench across the flat part

the chain just ahead

B. With a 1-7/16 inch wrench tighten the one inch nut

to collapse the springs. Continue to tighten until chain
is in tolerance.

C.

With a feeler gauge check the gap between the spring
should be no less than
be collapsed completely.

If

the measurement

boom

tube as follows:

is

is

located on the top, front

of

the chain anchor.

.030

..

Coils should never

less than 2-3/8 inches,

of

A

4-20

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH ( OR 1,000

HOURS)

ADJUSTING EXTENSION-RETRACTION CHAINS, SS-836

CHECK POINTS: Proper adjustment can be checked with a
tape measure. Extend boom fully, then retract about one
inch. On either side
Place one end

boom directly below estimated center.

TOLERANCE: Distance from bottom surface
to lowest part
than 4 inches.

FIRST ADJUSTMENT:
go to the underside front
extension chain anchors.

A.

Tighten an adjustable wrench across the flat part

chain.

of

middle section estimate center.

of

tape measure on bottom surface

of

both

extension chains should be no more

If

the tolerance

of

the large boom tube to the two

is

more than 4 inches,

of

of

boom

of

the

MAINTENANCE

B. Using a 1-7116 inch wrench tighten the nut until the 4 inch

tolerance is achieved. Repeat the procedure on the other chain.

NOTE: Both chains on the SS-836 are located on the bottom
of

the large section, and should have the same measurement.

SECOND ADJUSTMENT:
4 inches, you will have to adjust thecompression spring.
This spring is located on the front top area
tube. The gap between the majority
be no less than .030. Measure gap with a feeler gauge. To

collapse the coils down to .030 gap, place a 1-7/16 inch wrench
on both nuts on the adjuster shaft and tighten until coil gap is correct.

If

the measurement is still more than

of

the large boom

of

the spring coils should

4-21

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

ADJUSTING OF THE EXTENSION-RETRACTION CHAINS, SS-636

CHECK POINTS: Proper adjustment can be checked

with a tape measure. Extend

about one inch.

estimate the center. Place one end

top surface

center.

of

On

either side

boom

directly above estimated

boom

fully, then retract

of

middle section

of

tape measure on

TOLERANCE: Measurement from top surface

boom

to lowest part

no less than

TO ADJUST:

tighten chain anchor (A), which

of

the large

A. Tighten an adjustable wrench across the flat part

the chain

B. With a 1-7116 inch wrench tighten the one inch nut

to collapse the springs. Continue to tighten until chain

is

C.

With a feeler gauge check the gap between the spring

should be no less than .030. Coils should never be
collapsed completely.

2-

boom

just

in tolerance.

of

extension chain should be

3/8 inches.

If

the measurement

tube

as

follows:

ahead

of

the chain anchor.

is

less than 2-3/8 inches,

is

located on the top, front

of

of

4-22

A

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX

MONTH

(or 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

ADJUSTMENT OF BOOM PIVOT (SS-836

LOCA

nON:

left and right sides.

SEQUENCE: Two adjustments are required on the boom pivot:

preload and boom centering. Bearing preload must be done first.

PRELOAD: Place fork frame about 4 feet in front
and lower to the ground. This relieves the load on boom
pivot.

A.

On each side

inch capscrews and four

1/2

inch.

Top central area

of

machine, back out eight

of

112

NF x I inch set-screws about

the frame's rear towers, both

of

machine

112

NF x 2

ONLy)

B.The

1-

112

inch diameter tie bolt has a nut on each

500

ft.

ft.

of

lbs.

the

lbs.

end. While holding one nut, tighten other nut to

C.

Raise and lower boom once to seat bearings. Again,

1-

1/2

tighten the

CENTERING:
frame in which the boom needs to be moved ,to approximately
10

ft.

lbs.

B. Tighten all eight

inch tie bolt nuts to 500

A.

Tighten four set-screws on the side

1/2

NF x 2 inch capscrews to

ft.1bs.

65

4-23

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

PROPER TENSION OF OPTIONAL SQUARE SHOOT DRIVE CHAIN,

MODEL

SS-836

PROBLEM:

will affect the onset speed

after button is pushed.

may double up and cause drive chain failure.

TO CHECK: Collapse boom, then raise boom fully. Stop

engine and move to rear

tension visually.

Square

sprocket. This sprocket elevates the drive chain about

inch above top surface

TOLERANCE: The distance between where chain exits

sprocket and the start

in the boom top is

tightened enough so it does not touch boom between the

sprocket and the start

TOOLS: 9/16 inch wrench, 15/16 crowsfoot, ratchet,

extension, 15/16 inch wrench, small grinder, small hammer,

small punch and safety glasses. Remove the rear boom

cover by removing the two 3/8 inch bolts. Adjust tension

using the following procedure:

If

Square Shoot drive chain becomes loose it

of

Square Shoot function

If

chain becomes extremely loose it

of

machine. Check drive chain

On

top rear

Shoot drive chain exits the boom tube, over a

of

14

inches. The drive chain should be

of

of

the large boom tube, the

of

large boom tube.

the two narrow cutout holes

the two narrow cutout holes.

118

12

inch

TO

ADruST:
is located under and forward
end is pinned to middle boom and rearward end to drive chain.

The boom anchor end has a stiff coil spring inside

that is attached to a 5/8
A 5/8 NF nut is brazed onto rod with 2 -5/8 inches
thread rearward
nut. A second 5/8 NF nut is used as a
threaded rod.
the 5/8 NF threaded rod and the other end pins onto
drive chain.

B. Use the 15/16 inch crowsfoot,

ratchet to crack loose the 5/8 NF

one closest to you.

C.

To tighten or adjust nut, rotate the forward nut counter-

clockwise until there is a minimum

1 inch gap. The gap is the amount you have collapsed the
spring in the chain anchor. Tighten the
and replace rear boom cover.
proceed to step

A.

The three-piece chain adjuster assembly

of

sprocket. The forward

NF

diameter threaded rod.

of

the nut. This nut is the tension adjust

jam

nut on the

One end

of

drive chain anchor threads onto

12

inch extension and

jam

nut. The

114

inch to a maximum

If

chain is still loose,

D.

jam

nut

of

jam

is the

4-24

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

PROPER

TENSIONING OF OPTIONAL SQUARE SHOOT DRIVE CHAIN,

SS-836

Ifboom
minimum gap was achieved a link must be removed
from drive chain.

Remove drive chain anchor from boom anchor. Leave
chain anchor on chain and let chain hang over sprocket.

Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from
debris from grinding.

D. Wearing safety glasses, pull down on chain anchor to

E.

adjuster ran out

[tCAUTION

tighten chain. Use grinder to grind
first chain side link up from chain anchor.

Use a small hammer and punch to remove link from chain.

of

travel before the

114

inch

off

two rivet heads on

F.

Remove master link from chain anchor.
Discard removed chain link and reinstall chain anchor to the

shortened drive chain with master link. See remove a link

procedure on next page.

G.

Install chain anchor to

adjust chain tension as detailed in step (C) on previous

page. Re-install rear

boom

boom

anchor and

cover.

4-25

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

SIX MONTH (OR 1,000) HOUR MAINTENANCE

PROPER TENSIONING OF OPTIONAL SQUARE SHOOT DRIVE CHAIN

MODELS SS-1048, SS-842 AND SS-636

If

Square Shoot drive chain becomes loose it will affect

of

onset speed
pushed.
up and cause drive chain failure.

TO CHECK: Collapse boom, then raise boom fully. Stop

engine and move to rear

tension visually.

Shoot

drive chain exits
continues forward to another sprocket where it enters large
boom.

TOLERANCE: The drive chain should never be slack
enough to touch top

Square Shoot feature after button is

If

chain becomes extremely loose it may double

of

machine. Check drive chain

On

top rear

of

of

large boom tube, the Square

boom

tube over a sprocket and

large boom

TO

ADmST:
four bolts holding idler sprocket mount to top front
boom. Insert a small pinch bar into hole just to rear
mount and pry mount while tightening four bolts.

is still inadequate adjustment available, anchor can be
turned around. A link can be removed
much chain. To do so use the following procedure.

Place

boom

in horizontal position. Loosen

if

there is still to

of

If

large

of

there

ffi CAUTION

Always wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from

debris from grinding.

TO REMOVE A LINK: A. Loosen the four bolts holding

idler sprocket mount to boom.

B. Remove rear

C.

Just inside the boom notice where the drive chain is

attached to rear

link. Disconnect link and pull chain out

D.

Wearing safety glasses, grip last link in chain with a

pair

of

rivets ahead

boom

cover.

of

middle boom by means

locking pliers. Grind heads

of

last link.

of

off

the first two

of

a master

large

boom.

E.

With a small punch and hammer, knock out the two link
pins that were just ground off. Discard removed link.

F.

Reattach drive chain to rear
master link. Re-install rear boom cover.

G.

Adjust chain as outlined above, under TO

of

middle boom with

ADmST.

4-26

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

YEARL Y

1.

Perform "BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE" maintenance and checks as listed beginning on

of

page 3-3

2.

Perform "BEFORE OPERATING THE SQUARE SHOOTER" checks as listed beginning on
page 3-8

3.

Perform" ONCE A WEEK (OR 50 HOURS) MAINTENANCE" procedures as listed beginning on
page 4-5

4.

Perform "SIX MONTH (OR 1,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE" procedures as listed beginning on
page 4-12

5.

Drain, flush and refill the engine coolant system. For more information contact your local SQUARE

SHOOTER

this manual.

of

this manual.

of

this manual.

of

this manual.

or applicable engine dealer.

(OR

2,000 HOURS) MAINTENANCE

®

4-27

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM CONTAMINATION

A hydraulic system will fail
hydraulic system clean.

Clearances in hydraulic components may be extremely close. Many systems have clearances
less than
parts and hone surfaces to greater clearances. Increased clearance has the direct effect
efficiency
also generates system damaging heat.

THE

Contaminant particle size is measured by micron ratings. A micron is a unit

millionth

Contamination is very often the cause

necessary to follow proper maintenance procedures to keep the hydraulic system clean.

The figure below is a comparison

0.0001 inch. Problems arise when abrasive particles enter the space between moving

of

pumps, motors and cylinders. The damage that occurs not only wastes horsepower, it

MICRON

of

a meter (0.000039 in.), for example,

INCHES MICRONS

.005

if

there is contamination in the system. ALWAYS keep the

of

length to one-

25

microns is approximately 0.001 inch.

of

hydraulic system failure. That is why it is absolutely

of

various known sizes

of

different particles.

of

decreasing

.004

.003

.002

.001

IMPORTANT! USE factory approved filters only!
KEEP hydraulic system CLEAN for long life.

4-28

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES

NOTES

4-29

I'

I'

SECTION

5

MATERIAL

SAFETY DATA

SHEETS

5-1

TABLE

SECTION 5- MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS

OF

CONTENTS

5-2

MATERIAL SAFETY

The Federal Occupational, Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standard 29 ctr 1910.1200,
and in some cases state and local Right-To-Know laws, may require specific MSDS

employees prior to operating this equipment. This may include information on substances contained

as

in the equipment such

TEREX HANDLERS will provide, at no cost, Material Safety Data Sheets which are applicable to

the SQUARE

SHOOTER dealer or contact us

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antifreeze, brake fluid, battery acid and hydraulic fluid.

at:

DATA

SHEETS

be

available to

5-3

MATERIAL SAFETY

DATA

SHEETS

The following warning is required
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warning label, please contact us for a replacement at no charge.

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