AVANT A36038 Operator's Manual For Attachment

Operator's Manual for Attachment Manure Fork Product number A36038 English A439878 2020 1 EN 2014- www.avanttecno.com ...

CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ........................................................................................................................................ 4 Warning symbols used in this manual ................................................................................................................................... 5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE.......................................................................................................... 6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ...................................................... 7 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ........................................... ...

been designed and manufactured based on years of experience on product development and manufacturing. By familiarizing yourself with this manual and following the instructions, you ascertain your safety and ensure the reliable operation and long service life of the equipment. Read the instructions carefully before starting to use the equipment or performing maintenance. The purpose of this manual is to help you to:  operate the equipment in a safe and efficient manner  observe and prevent any hazardous situations  keep t ...

The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!” Carefully read the message that follows, it warns of an immediate hazard that could cause serious personal injury. The safety alert symbol by itself and with related safety statement indicates important safety messages throughout this Manual. It is used to draw attention to instructions involving your personal safety or the safety of oth ...

The AVANT Manure fork is an attachment that is suitable for use with AVANT multi purpose loaders that are shown in Table 1. The Manure fork is a very useful attachment for handling and loosening manure and similar materials. The strong tines penetrate also into compacted manure and can carry a heavy load. The Manure fork is equipped with bolt-on replaceable tines, made of high tensile forged steel. The attachment is intended for loosening compacted manure from hard indoor floors. The long tines make other material handling more difficult, and the fork is not designed to withstand loads from other types of use than hand ...

Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage. Due to this, all operators must carefully familiarise themselves about correct use and the operator's manuals of both the loader and the attachment before starting operation. Do not use the attachment if you have not completely familiarised yourself with its operation and the related hazards. DANGER Misuse, careless use, or using an attachment that is in poor condition, may cause risk ...

platform even temporarily.  Pay attention to the surroundings and any other persons and machines moving in the vicinity. Pay attention to the contours of the terrain and other hazards, such as branches and trees that can reach to the driver's area, loose rocks, and slippery surfaces.  Make sure that overhead clearance is sufficient. Hitting an overhead obstacle may cause the loader to tip over. Keep a safe distance from electric cables, lamps, or other electric systems; hitting live parts may cause electric shock.  Ensure that ventilation is suff ...

 The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A) depending on loader model and operating cycle. Extended exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment. Wear hearing protection while working with the loader.  Wear protective gloves.  Wear safety boots whenever working with the loader. Safe position of the attachment, before going near the loader boom: WARNING Always set the attachment to a safe position before going near the attachment. Safe position will prevent unintentional movements of the attachment and the loader boom. Note that the attachment can move even if th ...

Table 2 - Manure Fork - Specifications Product number A36038 Width: 1100 mm Tine length: 890 mm Number of replaceable tines: 13 Gap between forks: 86 mm Weight: 120 kg Maximum allowed load: 1000 kg Suitable Avant loaders: See Table 1 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the equipment. Replace any unclear or missing label. New labels are available via your retailer or contact information provided on the cover. WARNING Make sure all warning decals are readable. The warning labels contain important safety ...

Decal Warning message 1 A46771 Misuse hazard - Read instructions before use. 2 A46772 Crushing hazard - Do not go under a raised attachment; stay away from raised equipment. 3 A417898 Attachment identification plate . .. Table 4 - Manure Fork - Main components 1 Frame with quick attach brackets 2 Bolt-on replaceable fork tines, 13 pcs ...

Attaching the attachment to the loader is quick and easy, but it must be done carefully. The attachment is mounted to the loader boom by using the quick attach plate on the loader boom and the counterpart on the attachment. If the attachment is not locked to the loader, it may detach from the loader and cause a hazardous situation. The loader must not be driven and the boom must never be lifted when the attachment has not been locked. To prevent hazardous situations, always follow the coupling procedure shown below. Also remember the safety instructions shown in this manual. The attachment is mounted to the loader as ...

unlocked attachment increases the risk of tipping the attachment over. Do not use the automatic locking of the locking pins when the attachment is lifted more than one meter from the ground. If the locking pins do not return to the normal position when tilting, do not tilt or raise the attachment any more. Lower the attachment on the ground and secure the locking manually. WARNING Risk of falling objects - Prevent dropping of attachment. An attachment that has not been completely locked to the loader may fall on the boom or towards the operator, or ...

Practise the use of the attachment and its controls in an open and safe area. If you are unfamiliar with the loader in use, it is recommended to practise its use without any attachments. WARNING Risk of tipping over - Avoid overload. Loader can tip over when handling too heavy loads, or because of dynamic movements caused by driving with and handling of a heavy load. Do not extend the telescopic boom when the load approaches the lifting capacity of the loader, or when the loader boom is in horizontal position. When you notice that the rear wheels of the loader are about to lift from the ground, or if the load indicator o ...

 Check that all fork tines are fastened tightly.  Check the general condition of the attachment. Do not use if the forks are bent, worn excessively, or there are signs of damage on the metal structure. See Chapter 7.  Ensure that bystanders are at a safe distance when operating the equipment. Do not let anyone to enter danger area of the boom or to stay directly in front of the loader. Also make sure that it is safe to reverse with the loader. Never assume that bystanders will remain where you last saw them; especially children are often attracted to the moving equipment.  Check the general condition of the att ...

When collecting material from the floor:  Keep the forks low and at a low angle  Drive slowly and carefully CAUTION Collision hazard - Never keep the fork lifted or at high angle relative to the floor while driving. Hitting any obstacle can cause sudden stopping of the machine and damage. 6.2.2 Material handling Use maximum load indicated in the diagram of the operator’s manual of the loader as a guideline. Remember that the actual load carrying capacity varies according to operating conditions, especially unevenness of operating area has a great effect. Be especially careful when the load sensor indicator is ...

you want to lift from height is too heavy, the loader can tip forward when reversing with the loader. Never reverse and drag with the loader before making sure that the loader can handle the load that is being lifted. 6.2.3 Working on uneven ground Extra caution is needed when using the equipment on inclined terrains and slopes. Drive slowly especially on inclined, uneven, or slippery surfaces, and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction. Operate the controls of the loader with careful and smooth movements. Watch out for ditches, holes on the ground ...

Uncouple and store the attachment on level ground. The best way to store the attachment is a place where it is protected from direct sunlight, rain, and extreme temperatures.  Avoid leaving the attachment laying directly on the ground. Place it on blocks of wood or on a pallet, for example.  Make sure that the attachment is secured against all movements during storage.  Never climb on the attachment. For longer storage periods touch up the paint where needed to prevent rust damage. ...

The attachment has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible. Continuous maintenance includes regular cleaning and lubrication, and monitoring the condition of the attachment. Because of the crushing hazard caused by lowering machine parts, all maintenance work must be done when moving parts have been lowered down completely and the attachment is lowered flat against the ground. DANGER Risk of crushing - Never go under lifted attachment. Make sure the attachment is properly supported during all maintenance work. Never go under a lifted attachment. The loader boom may lower unexpectedly during maintenance cau ...

Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures. The warranty covers repair costs as follows:  Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory.  The factory replaces any defective components or consumables. The factory may reimburse the price of components purchased by the customer in special cases that have been agreed in advance. The warranty does not cover:  Normal maintenance work or parts and consumables required for it.  Damages caused by unusual operating conditions or ways of use, negligence, structural changes ma ...