Land Pride SGS15 1566, 1578 Grapple Operator’s Manual

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Grapples
SGS1566 & SGS1578
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380-053M
Operator’s Manual
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see this symbol, the subsequent instructions and
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety at All Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Owner Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Further Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Section 4: Specifications & Capacities . . . . . 19
Section 5: Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Section 6: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Section 7: Torque Values Chart . . . . . . . . . . 22
Section 8: Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Skid Steer/Tractor Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Torque Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Special Set-Up Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation of Optional Upper Jaws . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Upper Jaws & Hydraulic Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings For Upper Jaws . . . . . 8
Customer Supplied Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installation of Optional Shields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation of Optional End Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Skid Steer & Tractor Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Equipment Clearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Purging Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Section 2: Operating Procedures . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
General Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Transport Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Grapple Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Picking Up A Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Traveling With a load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Releasing A Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Unhooking the Grapple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
General Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication . . . . . 17
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Skid Steer/Tractor Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lubrication Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Jaw Pivot Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Safety at All Times
Look For The Safety Alert Symbol
Thoroughly read and understand
the instructions given in this
manual before operation. Refer to
the “Safety Label” section, read all
instructions noted on them.
Do not allow anyone to operate
this equipment who has not fully
read and comprehended this
manual and who has not been
properly trained in the safe
operation of the equipment.
▲ The operator must not use drugs
or alcohol as they can change the
alertness or coordination of that
person while operating equipment.
The operator should, if taking overthe-counter drugs, seek medical
advice on whether he/she can
safely operate the equipment.
▲ Operator should be familiar with all
functions of the unit, and be able
to handle emergencies quickly.
▲ Make sure all guards and shields
are in place and secured before
operating implement.
▲ Start skid steer with steering levers
and hydraulic controls in neutral.
▲ Keep all persons away from
equipment and work area.
▲ Operate implement and loader
arms from the driver’s seat only.
▲ Dismounting from a moving unit
can cause serious injury or death.
▲ Do not allow anyone to stand
between skid steer/tractor and
implement while hooking-up to
implement.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Watch out for objects overhead
and along side such as fences,
buildings, wires, trees, limbs, etc.,
while transporting and operating
attached implement.
▲ Detach and store implement in an
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a
potential hazard to personal safety involved and extra
safety precaution must be taken. When you see this
symbol, be alert and carefully read the message that
follows it. In addition to design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control, and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and
proper training of personnel involved in the operation,
transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.
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!
Be Aware of
Signal Words
A Signal word designates a degree or
level of hazard seriousness. The
signal words are:
! DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury. This
signal word is limited to the most
extreme situations, typically for
machine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be
guarded.
For Your Protection
▲ Thoroughly read and understand
the “Safety Label” section, read
all instructions noted on them.
! WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed
when guards are removed. It may also
be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
! CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Avoid Underground
Utilities
▲ Dig Safe, Call 811.
Always contact your local utility
companies (electrical, telephone,
gas, water, sewer, and others)
before digging so they may mark
the location of any underground
services in the area.
▲ Be sure to ask how close you can
work to the marks they positioned.
Parts Manual QR Locator
Dealer QR Locator
The QR (Quick Reference) code on the
cover and to the left will take you to the
Parts Manual for this equipment.
Download the appropriate App on your
smart phone, open the App, point your
phone on the QR code and take a picture.
The QR code on the left will
link you to available dealers
for Land Pride products.
Refer to Parts Manual QR
Locator on this page for
detailed instructions.
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Skid Steer Shutdown
& Storage
Before leaving operator’s
seat:
▲ Lower lift arms and put
attachment flat on the ground.
▲ Turn off engine.
▲ Engage parking brake.
▲ If included, raise seat bar and
move controls until both lock.
▲ Remove key to prevent
unauthorized starting.
▲ Use steps, grab-handles and
skid-resistant surfaces when
getting on and off the loader.
▲ Detach and store implements in
an area where children normally
do not play. Secure implement by
using blocks and supports.
Transport Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Use towing vehicle and trailer of
adequate size and capacity. Secure
equipment towed on a trailer with
tie downs and chains.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a towed
trailer to swerve and upset. Reduce
speed if towed trailer is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Avoid contact with any over head
utility lines or electrically charged
conductors.
▲ Always drive with load on end of
loader arms low to the ground.
▲ Always drive straight up and down
ramps with load on “uphill” side of
skid steer or tractor.
▲ Engage parking brake when
stopped on an incline.
▲ Maximum transport speed for an
attached implement is 20 mph. DO
NOT EXCEED. Never travel at a
speed which does not allow
adequate control of steering and
stopping. Some rough terrains
require a slower speed.
▲ As a guideline, use the following
maximum speed weight ratios for
an attached implement:
20 mph when weight of attached
implement is less than or equal to
the weight of machine towing the
implement.
10 mph when weight of attached
implement exceeds weight of
machine towing implement but
not more than double the weight.
▲ IMPORTANT: Do not tow a load
that is more than double the weight
of the vehicle towing the load.
OFF
REMO
VE
Tractor Shutdown &
Storage
Before leaving operator’s
seat:
▲ If engaged, disengage PTO.
▲ Lower attached implement to
ground or onto support blocks.
▲ Put tractor in park or set park
brake, turn off engine, and remove
switch key to prevent unauthorized
starting.
▲ Wait for all components to come to
a complete stop before leaving the
operator’s seat.
▲ Detach and store implement in an
area where children normally do
not play. Secure implement using
blocks and supports.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before doing
work. Use proper tools and
equipment, refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean dry area.
▲ Shut skid steer/tractor down
properly before performing any
maintenance. Refer to skid steer
and/or tractor shut down
procedures on this page.
▲ Allow implement to cool before
working on it.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable (-)
before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before welding
on implement.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make certain
parts are in good condition &
installed properly.
▲ Replace parts on this machine with
genuine Land Pride parts only. Do
not alter this machine in a way
which will adversely affect its
performance.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil, or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused parts
from implement before operation.
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REMO
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Important Safety Information
These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in
this manual.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire
extinguisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital, and
fire department near phone.
Wear
Protective Equipment
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Wear protective clothing and
equipment appropriate for the job
such as safety shoes, safety
glasses, hard hat, and ear plugs.
▲ Clothing should fit snug without
fringes and pull strings to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as
earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the operator’s full
attention. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing work
on the system.
▲ Make sure all hydraulic fluid
connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in
good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
▲ Use a piece of paper or
cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ DO NOT DELAY. If an accident
occurs, see a doctor familiar with
this type of injury immediately. Any
fluid injected into the skin or eyes
must be treated within
a few hours or
gangrene may
result.
Use Seat Belt and ROPS
Keep Riders Off
Machinery
911
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, skid steer,
self-propelled equipment, and
towed implements can create a
hazard when driven on public
roads. They are difficult to see,
especially at night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended
whenever driving on public roads.
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▲ Operate only tractors and skid
steers equipped with a Roll-Over
Protective Structure (ROPS) and
seat belt.
▲ Keep folding ROPS in the “locked
up” position at all times.
▲ Fasten seat belt snugly and
securely to help protect against
serious injury or death from falling
and machine overturn.
▲ Wear protective equipment such
as a hard hat, safety shoes, safety
glasses, and ear plugs.
▲ Never carry riders or use
machinery as a person lift.
▲ Riders obstruct operator’s view.
▲ Riders could be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the
machine.
▲ Never allow children to operate
equipment.
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Important Safety Information
Safety Labels
Your Skeleton Grapple comes equipped with all safety labels in
place. They were designed to help you safely operate your
implement. Read and follow their directions.
1. Keep all safety labels clean and legible.
2. Refer to this section for proper label placement. Replace
all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your
nearest Land Pride dealer. To find your nearest dealer,
visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com.
3. Some new equipment installed during repair requires
safety labels to be affixed to the replaced component as
4.
specified by Land Pride. When ordering new components
make sure the correct safety labels are included in the
request.
Refer to this section for proper label placement.
To install new labels:
a. Clean surface area where label is to be placed.
b. Spray soapy water onto the cleaned area.
c. Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the
surface.
d. Squeeze out air bubbles with the edge of a credit card
or with a similar type of straight edge.
818-045C
Warning! Pinch Point or Crushing Hazard
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838-293C
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Warning! To Prevent Injury or Death
838-094C
Warning! High Pressure Fluid Hazard
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Introduction
Introduction
Land Pride welcomes you to the growing family of new
product owners.
This Skeleton Grapple has been designed with care and
built by skilled workers using quality materials. Proper
assembly, maintenance, and safe operating practices will
help you get years of satisfactory use from this machine.
Application
The Land Pride SGS1566 and SGS1578 Skeleton
Grapples have uses and applications in farming,
ranching, construction sites, nurseries, campuses,
theme parks, salvage operations, warehouses, lumber
yards, and large or small retail outlets. They have the
capability of quickly and conveniently turning your skid
steer loader or tractor loader equipped with a universal
quick attach mounting system into a grapple expanding
your material handling capability.
They are available in two different widths. The SGS1566
is 66" wide and the SGS1578 is 78" wide. Whichever
model you select, you’ll find that these Land Pride
attachments will save you time and money and make
getting that material handling job done a whole lot easier.
Owner Assistance
The Online Warranty Registration should be completed
by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is
necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
The parts on your Skeleton Grapple have been specially
designed by Land Pride and should only be replaced with
genuine Land Pride parts. Contact a Land Pride dealer if
customer service or repair parts are required. Your Land
Pride dealer has trained personnel, repair parts, and
equipment needed to service the implement.
Serial Number
Model No. _____________Serial No. _______________
Refer to Figure 1 for location of your serial number plate.
For quick reference and prompt service, record model
number and serial number in the spaces provided above
and again on warranty page 23. Always provide model
and serial number when ordering parts and in all
correspondences with your Land Pride dealer.
For additional information and performance enhancing
options, see “Specifications & Capacities” on page 19
and “Features & Benefits” on page 20.
Using This Manual
• This Operator’s Manual is designed to help familiarize
the operator with safety, assembly, operation,
adjustments, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Read
this manual and follow the recommendations to help
ensure safe and efficient operation.
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• The information contained within this manual was
current at the time of printing. Some parts may change
slightly to assure you of the best performance.
• To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contact
your authorized dealer. Manuals can also be
downloaded, free-of-charge, from our website at
www.landpride.com.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by
facing the direction the machine will operate while in use
unless otherwise stated.
Definitions
IMPORTANT: A special point of information related
to the following topic. Land Pride’s intention is this
information must be read & noted before continuing.
NOTE: A special point of information that the
operator should be aware of before continuing.
Serial Number Plate Location
Figure 1
Further Assistance
Your dealer wants you to be satisfied with your new
Skeleton Grapple. If for any reason you do not
understand any part of this manual or are not satisfied
with the service received, the following actions are
suggested:
1.
Discuss the matter with your dealership service
manager making sure that person is aware of any
problems you may have and has had the opportunity
to assist you.
2. If you are still not satisfied, seek out the owner or
general manager of the dealership, explain the
problem, and request assistance.
3. For further assistance write to:
Land Pride Service Department
1525 East North Street
P.O. Box 5060
Salina, Ks. 67402-5060
E-mail address
[email protected]
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Skid Steer/Tractor Requirements
The SGS15 Series Skeleton Grapples are designed to
attach to a universal quick attach mounting system.
Consult the skid steer or tractor Operator’s Manual for
operating capacity, lifting capacity, and operating
specifications. They will vary from unit to unit. Do not
exceed the rated capacities and specifications of the skid
steer or tractor.
!
WARNING
Never carry loads with a grapple that exceed rated operating
and lift capacities of the skid steer or tractor. Exceeding the
machine’s rated capacities can result in a rollover or other
serious hazards that can cause injury or death.
!
WARNING
Light weight tractors and some skid steer loaders will require
rear ballast for heavy loads to maintain steering control. Be
sure to consult your Tractor/Skid Steer Operator’s Manual to
determine whether or not to add ballast.
Assembly Checklist
✔
Check
Ref.
Have a fork lift or loader with properly sized chains and safety
stands capable of lifting and supporting the equipment on hand.
Have a minimum of two people available during assembly.
Make sure all major components and loose
parts are shipped with the machine.
Double check to make sure all parts, fasteners,
and pins are installed in the correct location.
Refer to the Parts Manual if unsure.
Assembly
& Set-up
Operator’s
Manual
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NOTE: All assembled hardware from the factory
has been installed in the correct location.
Remember location of a part or fastener if
removed. Keep parts separated.
Parts Manual
380-053P
Make sure working parts move freely, bolts are
tight & cotter pins are spread.
Operator’s
Manual
Make sure all grease fittings are in place and
lubricated.
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Make sure all safety labels are correctly located
and legible. Replace if damaged.
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Torque Requirements
Special Set-Up Instructions
Refer to “Torque Values Chart” on page 22 to determine
correct torque values when tightening hardware.
Refer to Figure 1-3:
If lower bucket was purchased without upper jaws and
customer is now adding upper jaws to the lower bucket,
begin with set-up instructions “Installation of Optional
Upper Jaws” on page 7.
Before You Start
Make sure that the intended skid steer/tractor conforms
to the requirements provided on this page. Also, read and
understand this Operator’s Manual for your Skeleton
Grapple. An understanding of how it works will aid in its
assembly and set-up.
Go through the “Assembly Checklist” on this page
before assembling the Skeleton Grapple. To speed up
your assembly task and make the job safer, have all
needed parts and equipment readily at hand.
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If upper jaws are factory installed to lower bucket, begin
with set-up instructions “Customer Supplied
Hydraulics” on page 9.
If grapple was purchased with lower bucket and end
plates only, begin with set-up instructions “Installation
of Optional End Plates” on page 10.
If grapple was purchased with lower bucket only and no
end plates, begin with set-up instructions “Skid Steer &
Tractor Hook-Up” on page 11.
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Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up
Installation of Optional Upper Jaws
The following instructions are for installing “Upper Jaws
& Hydraulic Cylinders” on this page and “Hydraulic
Hoses & Fittings For Upper Jaws” on page 8.
If optional upper jaws are factory installed, then skip to
“Customer Supplied Hydraulics” on page 9.
Upper Jaws & Hydraulic Cylinders
Refer to Figure 1-1:
1. Attach upper jaw (#1) to the right-side with two pivot
pins (#2A).
5. Pin left-side and right-side hydraulic cylinders (#6) to
rear clevis plates with pivot pins (#2B) as shown.
6. Secure pivot pins (#2B) with 1/2"-13 x 1 1/4" GR5 hex
head cap screws (#4) and flange lock nuts (#5).
Tighten flange lock nuts to the correct torque.
7.
Remove port plugs from hydraulic cylinders (#6) and
pull out on rod end of hydraulic cylinder.
8. Make sure grease zerks (#3) are pointing up as
shown. Attach rod end of hydraulic cylinders (#6) to
front clevis plates with pivot pins (#2C) as shown.
2. Secure pivot pins with 1/2"-13 x 1 1/4" GR5 hex head
cap screws (#4) and hex flange lock nuts (#5).
9. Secure pivot pins (#2C) with 1/2"-13 x 1 1/4" GR5 hex
head cap screws (#4) and flange lock nuts (#5).
Tighten lock flange nuts to the correct torque.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 to attach the other upper jaw (#1)
to the left-side.
10. Continue with “Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings For
Upper Jaws” on page 8.
4. Remove end plugs from pivot holes at base end and
rod end of hydraulic cylinders (#6).
Grease Zerks (#3)
Must Point Up
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Installation of Upper Jaws
Figure 1-1
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Hydraulic Hoses & Fittings For Upper Jaws
Refer to Figure 1-2:
1. Remove port plugs from hydraulic cylinders (#6).
2. Attach elbows (#7A & #7B) to cylinders (#6). Rotate
elbows to face straight back as shown and tighten.
3. Unscrew nuts (#4) and remove hose cover (#1) from
grapple frame. Keep hardware and hose cover for
reinstallation.
4. Attach Orificed adapters (#8) to lower tee (#9A) as
shown and tighten.
5. Attach the shorter hydraulic hoses (#10 & #11) to
orificed adapters (#8) and tighten.
6. Attach the longer hydraulic hoses (#12 & #13) to
upper tee (#9B) as shown and tighten.
7.
Rotate tee (#9A) to face away from the grapple as
shown. Hold tee (#9A) in this position and insert
short hydraulic hoses (#10 & #13) through clevis
plates (“A”) on the left-hand and right-hand sides.
8. Continue to hold tee (#9A) as shown and attach
hydraulic hoses (#10 & #11) to elbow fittings (#7A)
and tighten.
9. Rotate tee (#9B) to face away from the grapple as
shown. Hold tee (#9B) in this position and insert long
hydraulic hoses (#12 & #13) through clevis
plates (“A”) on the left-hand and right-hand sides.
10. Continue to hold tee (#9B) as shown and attach
hydraulic hoses (#12 & #13) to elbow fittings (#7B)
and tighten.
11. Continue with “Customer Supplied Hydraulics” on
page 9.
Grease Zerks Must
Point Up As Shown
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Figure 1-2
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Customer Supplied Hydraulics
Refer to Figure 1-3:
Hydraulic hoses with fabric sleeves (#14 & #15),
adapters (#16), elbows (#17), and couplers (#18 & #19)
are not included with grapple as they will vary depending
upon which machine the grapple is attached. However,
Optional Hydraulic Hose Kit No. 380-061A is available
through Land Pride upon request. It includes:
2 ea. 1/2" R2 x 95" lg. Hydraulic Hoses with 3/4" FJIC
End, 3/4"x90o FJIC Elbow End, & Fabric Sleeve
2 ea. 3/4" MJIC x 1 1/16" MORB Adapters
2 ea. 3/4" MJIC x 1 1/16" MORB 90o Elbows
1 ea. 1 1/16" FORB Quick Connect Male Coupler
1 ea. 1 1/16" FORB Quick Connect Female Coupler
1. Unscrew hex lock nuts (#4) and remove carriage
bolts (#2 & #3) and hose cover (#1). Keep hardware
and cover for reinstallation.
2. Thread elbow ends of hydraulic hoses (#14 & #15)
through hole “B” first and then hole “A”.
3. Attach elbow ends of hydraulic hoses (#14 & 15) to
tees (#9A & 9B) and tighten.
NOTE: Customer to select which fitting best fits
equipment set-up, straight adapters (#16) or 90o
elbows (#17).
4. Attach straight adapters (#16) or 90o elbows (#17)
to hoses (#14 & #15) and tighten.
5. Consult your skid steer/tractor Operator’s Manual to
determine which hydraulic line on your machine is
under pressure. Select customer supplied male or
female quick connect coupler (#18 or #19) that will
mate with your machine’s pressure line coupler.
NOTE: Pressure line (#14) is attached to lower tee
fitting (#9A) and terminates at base end of both
hydraulic cylinders (#6). Return line (#15) attaches
to upper tee fitting (#9B) and terminates at rod end
of both hydraulic cylinders (#6).
6. Attach selected quick connect coupler (#18 or #19) in
step 5 to pressure line (#14) and remaining coupler to
return line (#15). Tighten couplers to hoses (#14 &
#15).
7.
Thread hoses (#14 & #15) thru hose loop “C”.
8. Hose loop “D” is used per customer preference.
9. Reattach hose cover (#1) to main frame with existing
5/16"-18 x 3/4" GR5 carriage bolts (#2),
5/16"-18 x 1" GR5 carriage bolt (#3), and hex lock
nuts (#4). Tighten lock nuts to the correct torque.
Rod End
Base End
Base End
Rod End
Pressure Line
Return Line
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Figure 1-3
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Cylinder Pivot Hole
Shield Pivot Holes
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Installation of Optional Cylinder Shields
Figure 1-4
Installation of Optional Shields
Refer to Figure 1-4:
1. On the left-hand side, remove hex flange lock nuts
(#7), bolts (#5 & #6), and pull pivot pins (#2 & #3).
Discard bolt (#6). Keep remaining hardware for
reuse.
2. Slide optional cylinder shield (#1) over hydraulic
cylinder (#8) as shown until pivot holes in shield align
with pivot hole at base of cylinder (#8).
3. Reinsert existing pivot pin (#3) thru pivot hole in
shield (#1), clevis plate “B”, base of hydraulic cylinder
(#8), clevis plate (“A”), and out opposite pivot hole in
shield (#1).
4. Secure pivot pin (#3) with new 1/2"-13 x 1 1/2" GR5
cap screw (#6), new spacer (#4), and existing hex
flange lock nut (#7). Tighten lock nut to the correct
torque.
5. Attach rod end of hydraulic cylinder (#8) to front
clevis plates with existing pivot pin (#2).
6. Secure pivot pin (#2) with 1/2"-13 x 1 1/4" GR5 cap
screw (#5) and hex flange lock nut (#7). Tighten lock
nut to the correct torque.
7.
Repeat steps 1 thru 6 for the right-hand side.
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Figure 1-5
Installation of Optional End Plates
Refer to Figure 1-5:
1. Attach left-hand end plate (#2) to left side of grapple
bucket (#1) with nine 1/2"-13 x 1 1/2" GR5 carriage
bolts (#3) and hex flange lock nuts (#4).
2. Tighten lock nuts to the correct torque.
3. Repeat steps 1 & 2 for the right-hand end plate.
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Return line (#15)
terminates at rod end
of hydraulic cylinder.
15
Pressure line (#14)
terminates at base end 14
of hydraulic cylinder.
C
D
Top Angle Bar
Bottom slots
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Hook-up to Grapple
Figure 1-6
Skid Steer & Tractor Hook-Up
!
DANGER
A Crushing Hazard exists when hooking-up equipment. Do not
allow anyone to stand between skid steer/tractor and grapple
while hooking-up.
!
5. Rotate top of skid steer/tractor tilt arms back until
grapple makes full contact with face of hitch plate.
6. Push lock handles on skid steer/tractor hitch down
ensuring the pins go through bottom slots in grapple
hitch and make sure handles lock down.
Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up
CAUTION
Make sure skid steer/tractor hitch is properly attached to the
grapple hitch. It must be secured under the grapple’s top angle
bars and hitch plate lock handles must be locked down with
locking pins extending fully through bottom slots in grapple
hitch. An improperly attached grapple can come loose & fall.
NOTE: The Skeleton Grapple is designed for skid
steers and tractors with front mounted loaders.
Refer to Figure 1-6:
1. Check for and remove any debris in the hitch point
areas before hooking-up to grapple.
2. Drive skid steer or tractor slowly to the grapple hitch
making sure the hitch plate on the skid steer/tractor is
parallel with the grapple’s top angle bar.
3. Rotate top of skid steer/tractor tilt arms slightly
forward.
4. Place top of skid steer/tractor hitch plate under top
angled bar on grapple and slowly raise hitch plate up
until hitch plate is seated under the top angle bar.
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DANGER
Skid Steers Only: Lock auxiliary hydraulics of your power unit
in the “OFF” position. Locking auxiliary hydraulics “ON”
can result in serious injury or death.
!
DANGER
Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate skin. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood
rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks. If
hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, it must be
treated by a doctor familiar with this type of injury within a
few hours or gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.
IMPORTANT: Make sure coupler fittings on
hydraulic hoses and skid steer/tractor are clean
before connecting them together.
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Refer to Figure 1-7:
1. To access the skid steer/tractor power equipment
couplers, Route hydraulic hoses (#14 & #15) through
the most convenient path using hose loop “C” and
when needed, hose loop “D”. Path shown may not be
the most convenient.
NOTE: If attaching to a Kubota SVL skid steer, route
hydraulic hoses through Kubota’s SVL Hose Stay
Kit #S6689 as shown in Figure 1-8.
Purchase SVL Hose Stay Kit #S6689 through your
nearest Kubota dealer. Refer to the SVL skid steer
Operator’s Manual for additional instructions.
2. Clean quick connect couplers of dirt and then
connect male and female couplers to the skid steer or
tractor outlets. Make sure quick connect couplers
have fully engaged. If they have not, check the
following:
Return Line (#15)
Leads To Rod End of
Hydraulic Cylinders
15
Pressure Line (#14)
Leads To Base End of
Hydraulic Cylinders
14
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C
D
Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up
Figure 1-7
a. Make sure couplers are same size and type.
b. Make sure hydraulic pressure has been released.
3. Extend and retract hydraulic cylinder with skid steer/
tractor controls. Switch male and female couplers on
the hydraulic hoses if hydraulic cylinders operate the
opposite direction intended and then reconnect
hoses to the skid steer/tractor outlets.
4. For additional help, refer to Hydraulic Hook-Up in
your skid steer/tractor Operator’s Manual.
Equipment Clearances
It is important to check clearance before putting grapple
into operation. Make sure hoses are long enough and
won’t become pinched or entangled in the equipment.
Also, make sure the grapple does not come in contact
with skid steer/tractor frame and tires by carefully going
through its full range of motions.
1.
SVL Hose Stay Kit #S6689
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Kubota SVL Hose Stay
Figure 1-8
Purging Hydraulic System
Visually inspect hydraulic hoses for possible pinch
points and shortness. Make hose adjustments before
putting equipment into service.
2. Start skid steer/tractor and raise grapple
approximately 12" off the ground.
3. If necessary, have someone stand nearby that can
motion for the operator to stop if a problem develops
while completing steps 4 thru 7 below.
4. Fully extend hydraulic cylinders to pivot upper jaws
fully down.
IMPORTANT: The hydraulic cylinders and/or hoses
can contain air and should be purged before use.
Not purging hydraulic cylinders and hoses of air can
cause uneven, jerky cylinder movement.
1.
With grapple raised off the ground about 12", cycle
the grapple hydraulic cylinders several times from
fully extended to fully retracted.
Refer to Figure 1-2 on page 8:
2. If cylinder operates unevenly after cycling it several
times, then purge the system as follows:
5. Fully extend and retract hydraulic cylinders on end of
loader arms while watching for interferences
between skid steer/tractor and grapple frame. Make
sure hydraulic hoses are long enough and do not
become pinched through the full range of motion.
a. Loosen hydraulic hose fittings (#7B) at rod end of
hydraulic cylinders (#6).
6. Fully retract hydraulic cylinders to pivot jaws fully up
and repeat step 5.
c. Tighten fittings (#7B) to hydraulic cylinders (#6)
once all trapped air is removed.
7.
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b. Slowly retract and extend hydraulic cylinders to
purge any trapped air from the system.
Raise grapple fully up and repeat steps 4 thru 6.
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Section 2: Operating Procedures
Operating Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Skeleton Grapple. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the unit without
first having read, fully understood, and become totally
familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make sure the
operator has completed the Operating Checklist below.
Operating Checklist
✔
Check
Ref.
Read and follow all safety rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information” and
Safety Alert Symbols throughout this manual.
All
pages
Read and follow hook-up & preparation
instructions.
Refer to “Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up”.
Page 6
Read and follow all operating procedures.
Refer to “Section 2: Operating Procedures”.
Page 13
Read and follow all maintenance instructions.
Refer to“Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Page 17
Make sure there are no hydraulic leaks.
Refer to “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard”.
Page 3
Check grapple initially and periodically for loose
bolts and pins. Refer to “Torque Values Chart for
Common Bolt Sizes”.
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General Inspection
Make the following inspections with grapple attached to a
skid steer/tractor that is parked on a level surface.
1.
Complete Operating Checklist table provided above.
2. Inspect skid steer/tractor safety equipment to make
sure it is in good working condition and that all safety
alert decals are visible and readable. Replace all
missing and unreadable safety alert decals.
3. Inspect hitch hook-up to grapple. Make sure skid
steer/tractor hitch is secured under grapple’s top
angle bar, lock pins extend fully through bottom slots
in grapple hitch, and handles are locked down.
4. Consult your skid steer/tractor Operator’s Manual to
determine if ballast is required. Add ballast if needed.
5. Inspect condition of hydraulic hoses, fittings, and
valves before starting the machine. Make sure hoses
are not pinched, kinked, twisted, or frayed and that
they will not contact moving parts.
8. Operate grapple through its full range of movements
to check for clearances.
9. Purge hydraulic system of trapped air by operating all
hydraulic functions several times before putting unit
into service. Refer to “Purging Hydraulic System”
on page 12 in this manual and your skid steer/tractor
Operator’s Manual if any hydraulic function continues
to operate erratic.
Operating Safety
!
DANGER
Operate only skid steer/tractors equipped with a Roll-Over
Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt. Fasten seat belt
snugly and securely to help protect against being thrown,
crushed, or run over causing serious injury or death.
!
DANGER
Allow only people to operate this equipment who have fully
read and understand the instructions in this manual, who have
been properly trained in the safe operation of this equipment,
and who are age 16 or older.
!
DANGER
Do not allow riders on the skid steer/tractor or grapple.
!
DANGER
Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate skin. Wear
protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood
rather than hands when searching for hydraulic leaks. If
hydraulic fluid is injected into the skin or eyes, it must be
treated by a doctor familiar with this type of injury within a
few hours or gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.
!
DANGER
Make sure skid steer/tractor is stopped on solid, level ground
before raising load to dump. Raise load only to the height
necessary to successfully complete the dump.
!
DANGER
6. Hose sleeves help protect hoses from wear and
operator from oil sprays. Inspect hose sleeves to
make sure they are properly secured to the hydraulic
hoses, are not torn, and are not worn thin. Replace
hose sleeve if worn thin, torn, or not properly secured
to hydraulic hoses.
Never dump a load around gas lines, overhead power lines,
utilities, or other hazards that can cause serious injury or
death from electrocution, explosion, or fire.
7.
Never come in contact with power lines, utilities, gas lines, or
other hazards, above or below ground, that can cause serious
injury or death from electrocution, explosion, or fire.
Operate hydraulic controls to verify control lever
movements function properly and equipment
movements are correct. Make any necessary
changes to controls and hydraulic hook-ups before
putting equipment into service.
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DANGER
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!
DANGER
A crushing hazard always exists around grapples. Grapple
jaws can crush causing serious injury or death. Objects in the
grapple can shift and fall resulting in serious injury or death.
• Do not drive up to anyone standing in front of a fixed object
such as a wall or bench. Never assume that the skid steer/
tractor brakes will stop the machine in time.
• Do not lift loads that cannot be contained or have objects
smaller than the openings in the grapple.
• Keep all pedestrians, pets, and livestock away from your
work area. Never allow anyone to go near the grapple,
under the grapple, or near a grapple load.
• Keep load centered in the grapple, even when stopped. This
will optimize load stability and protect against load
shifting.
• Keep load positioned forward enough to prevent
accidental spillage on operator and skid steer or tractor.
• Keep load slightly tilted back to secure its weight against
the grapple hitch frame. Rotating front of grapple too high
can cause load to shift and fall back onto the operator or
others. Rotating front of grapple too low can cause load to
shift forward and fall from the grapple.
• Make sure all objects are secured before lifting them to keep
them from shifting and falling off.
• Use a “spotter” when it is hard to see in the direction you
are traveling and when placing a load that obstructs your
vision. A person can be in a blind spot.
• When equipped, sound the horn before traveling in reverse.
Drive at a slower speed to compensate for blind spots.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
Always secure equipment with solid supports before working
under it. Never work under equipment supported by
hydraulics. Hydraulics can drop equipment if controls are
actuated or if hydraulic lines burst. Either situation can drop
machinery instantly even when power to hydraulics is off.
Never carry loads with a grapple that exceed rated operating
and lift capacities of the skid steer or tractor. Exceeding the
machine’s rated capacities can result in a rollover or other
serious hazards that can cause injury or death.
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WARNING
Do not abuse equipment. Incorrect use of grapple can damage
equipment structurally and cause serious injury or death.
• Always know the weight of the load being lifted. Maximum
lift capacity should never exceed the rated lift capacity of
the skid steer or tractor being used. Exceeding the
machine’s rated capacities can result in a rollover or other
serious hazards that can cause injury or death.
• Check hook-up points frequently to make sure skid steer/
tractor hitch is properly positioned under the top angle bar,
locking pins are seated in their notches, handles are locked
down, and equipment is in good operating condition.
• Do not lift loads exceeding rated lifting capacity of grapple.
• Do not chain or strap loads to loader arms or loader hitch.
• Do not use grapple as a working platform. Using grapple
as a working platform can cause serious injury or death.
• Do not use grapple for lifting front end of skid steer or
tractor off the ground. Doing so can damage equipment and
cause injury if exceeding lift capacity of unit.
• Do not use grapple for pulling objects out of the ground, for
digging into the ground, for prying other objects, or for
pushing and towing other equipment.
• The parts on your grapple have been specially designed and
should only be replaced with genuine Land Pride parts.
Altering the grapple can adversely affect its performance and/
or reliability.
!
CAUTION
Not obeying all safety instructions listed below can result in
injury to the operator and other personnel.
• Always lower grapple to ground level and fully close upper
grapple jaw before dismounting skid steer/tractor.
• Always store grapple in a secure position so that it will not
fall over.
• Follow all recommendations provided by the skid steer or
tractor manufacturer when adding counter weights and
other ballast.
• Follow manufacturer’s recommendations when
dismounting and parking the skid steer or tractor.
!
CAUTION
Wear eye protection when operating a skid steer or tractor
without an enclosure or protective shield. Dust and debris can
get in eyes.
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Transport Safety
2. Make sure load does not exceed rated lift capacity of
the skid steer or tractor being used to lift the load.
! WARNING
Follow all safety precautions when transporting a load. Not
3. Check for overhead obstructions.
using safe transporting methods can damage the equipment
and cause serious injury or death.
5. Make a complete stop in front of material and position
grapple at the proper height to enter the pile.
• Always transport loads low to the ground to maintain
stability of the skid steer/tractor.
• Always transport over ramps and inclines exceeding 10
percent grade with load on the “uphill” side of the skid
steer or tractor. This will require one to drive up and back
down inclines in excess of 5.7 degrees.
• Always travel straight up and straight down inclines. Make
turns only on level ground.
• Keep equipment and load away from electrical power lines.
Place an orange warning sign under overhead electrical
power lines indicating type of danger above.
• Transporting loads across inclines, over ramps, grades,
bumpy, soft, or slippery surfaces reduces machine stability
and lift capacity. Transporting and lifting loads under these
conditions is extremely dangerous.
• Use tractors with wide front axles only and move all tractor
wheels out to their widest position for maximum stability.
• When traveling on public roads at night or during the day,
use accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all federal, state,
and local laws.
• When traveling on roadways, transport in such a way that
faster moving vehicles may pass you safely.
Grapple Operation
Picking Up A Load
! WARNING
Use a skid steer or tractor of adequate size. A skid steer or
tractor that is too small can tip over when loader arms are
raised due to high center of gravity.
!
WARNING
Keep bystanders at a safe distance when entering and picking
up a load. Objects can shift or be thrown suddenly as grapple
makes contact with load causing serious injury or death.
4. Center grapple on material to be picked up.
6. Fully open grapple jaws and slowly drive into the pile.
Do not ram grapple into pile.
7.
Close grapple jaws to secure load.
8. Lift load a few inches and tilt it back slightly.
9. Make sure you have good control of the load. If load
is not secure, release and recapture load in a more
secure location.
10. Back load out of the pile slowly making sure load
clears all other obstacles.
11. Not always will load be secured properly in the
grapple when pulled free from a pile. Before traveling
with a loose load, lower load to ground, release load,
and re-clamp load to make it more secure.
12. Position load at a safe, low traveling height before
transferring to the unloading site.
Traveling With a load
1.
Be sure to read and understand all safety alerts
under “Transport Safety” on this page.
2. Pedestrians always have the right-of-way.
3. Keep load tilted back slightly.
4. When possible, travel with grapple and load kept low
to the ground.
5. Continually scan all sides for pedestrians, other
traffic, and obstacles.
6. If load is large and blocks your view, travel in reverse.
7.
Always drive at a safe speed and slow down when
going around corners. Avoid sudden braking.
8. Leave enough clearance when turning so that the
grapple and load does not contact obstacles such as
vehicles, buildings, trees, or fences.
9. When traveling over a ramp or incline, keep load on
the “uphill” side of skid steer/tractor.
10. When possible, travel straight up and down grades,
ramps, and inclines. Avoid making turns on grades,
ramps, and inclines.
! WARNING
Enter a load carefully making sure no objects will come back
11. Raise or lower load only when stopped, never while
traveling.
into the operator’s space causing serious injury or death.
12. Slow down when traveling over rough or hilly terrain.
13. Do not transport loads on public roadways.
IMPORTANT: Do not ram grapple into a pile or hook
a chain to the grapple to secure a load. Doing so can
damage the grapple.
1.
Be sure to read and understand all safety alerts
under “Operating Safety” on page 13.
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14. Transport on public roadways without a load and
transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles
may pass you safely.
15. Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
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Releasing A Load
1.
Be sure to read and understand all safety alerts
under “Operating Safety” on page 13.
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2. Stop in front of desired location.
3. Slowly raise load to required height.
4. Move forward slowly checking to make sure grapple
and load clears all obstacles.
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5. Stop forward movement when load is positioned over
its release location.
6. Releasing load requires a combination of tilting front
of grapple down, raising upper jaws, and raising
loader arms. The order in which the load is released
will vary depending on type of material being
released. The most important objective is to have the
load under control throughout the release.
7.
Once load has settled onto the pile, slowly back up
making sure grapple clears all objects and there are
not any pedestrians or other traffic behind or on
either side.
8. Leave enough clearance when turning and/or
lowering the grapple so that it does not make contact
with obstacles such as vehicles, buildings, trees, or
fences.
9. Lower grapple to transporting height (low to the
ground) before moving again.
Unhooking the Grapple
Refer to Figure 2-1:
1. See “Long Term Storage” on page 17 if parking
grapple for long periods and end of season.
2. Park skid steer/tractor on a flat, level, solid surface
and lower grapple onto the surface.
3. Place transmission in park, set park brake, shut
power equipment off, and remove switch key.
4. With grapple resting on the ground, release all
hydraulic system pressures before disconnecting
hydraulic hoses from skid steer or tractor as follows:
Skid Steer
See Skid Steer Operator’s Manual for instructions on
how to release all hydraulic system pressures.
Tractor
Operate all hydraulic control levers back and forth to
release all hydraulic system pressures.
5. Disconnect hydraulic hoses (#14 & #15) from skid
steer/tractor and store hoses on the grapple.
6. Pull lock handles up to remove pins from bottom slots
in hitch plate.
7.
Return to skid steer/tractor and tilt bottom of hitch
plate slightly back towards the skid steer/tractor.
8. Slowly lower skid steer/tractor hitch until top angle bar
and skid steer/tractor hitch have separated.
9. Back skid steer/tractor slowly away from the grapple
making sure it does not interfere with unit.
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Top Angle Bar
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Bottom slots
Unhooking From the grapple
Figure 2-1
General Operating Instructions
By now you should have familiarized yourself with the
Operator’s Manual for your Skeleton Grapple. If you
haven’t, please do so now. Proceed by getting onto the
seat of your skid steer or tractor and starting it up. It isn’t
going to take you long to learn how to use your new Land
Pride Skeleton Grapple, but we do recommend that you
take a little time to practice securely attaching and
detaching your grapple to and from your mounting plate.
It is also important to practice lifting, lowering,
maneuvering, and placing a load until you gain the
confidence and skill needed to have a good feel in what
you are doing. We cannot overstress the importance of
following the safety information and operating
procedures that are spelled out in this Operator’s
Manual.
As you quickly become more skilled and adept in using
your Skeleton Grapple, you will soon learn that it is
always more important to focus on the “don’ts” than it is to
focus on the “dos”. For example, don’t exceed the lift
capacity of your grapple, tractor, or skid steer. Don’t lift
your load too high creating an unstable load and unsafe
situation. Don’t tilt your load too far backwards, setting up
a situation that could cause your load to roll or spill
backwards onto you, the tractor, and the operator’s
platform. Don’t drive too fast for your ground and load
conditions. Don’t work on or around slippery or sloped
areas that could cause you to lose control of the tractor or
skid steer. Don’t allow pedestrians, pets, or livestock to
approach the danger zone of your working area. Don’t
leave your tractor or loader with grapple jaw opened and
grapple raised above ground level.
If you just follow these few safety reminders, you will find
that you will quickly become very adept, handy, and
skillful at using your Land Pride Skeleton Grapple.
See “Specifications & Capacities” on page 19 and
“Features & Benefits” on page 20 of your Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
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Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication
Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication
Maintenance
Skid Steer/Tractor Maintenance
Proper servicing and adjustments are key to the long life
of any implement. With careful inspection and routine
maintenance, you can avoid costly downtime and repair.
One of the most important things you can do to prevent
hydraulic system problems is to ensure your skid steer/
tractor reservoir remains free of dirt and contamination.
Check all bolts and pins after using the grapple for
several hours and on a regular basis thereafter to ensure
they are tight and secured.
Use a clean cloth to wipe hose ends before attaching
them to your skid steer/tractor. Replace your skid steer/
tractor’s hydraulic filter element at the prescribed
intervals. These simple maintenances will go a long way
to prevent occurrence of control valve and hydraulic
cylinder problems.
Check hitch fit-up, hydraulic hoses, and fittings on a
regular basis to ensure trash or other objects have not
loosened the hitch connection or damaged hydraulic
hoses and fittings.
Replace worn, damaged, or missing grapple parts only
with genuine Land Pride parts.
Replace illegible or missing safety labels by obtaining
new labels from your Land Pride dealer.
! WARNING
Always secure equipment with solid supports before working
under it. Never work under equipment supported by
hydraulics. Hydraulics can drop equipment if controls are
actuated or if hydraulic lines burst. Either situation can drop
machinery instantly even when power to hydraulics is off.
!
WARNING
Check hitch fit-up frequently. An improper fit-up can result in
the grapple detaching from the skid steer or tractor and cause
serious injury or death.
Long Term Storage
Clean, inspect, service, and make necessary repairs to
the grapple when parking it for long periods and when
parking it at the end of a working season. This will help
ensure that the unit is ready for use next time you hookup to it.
1.
Clean off any dirt and grease that may have
accumulated on the grapple. Scrape off compacted
dirt and then wash its surface thoroughly with a
garden hose.
2. Inspect grapple for loose, damaged, or worn parts
and adjust or replace when needed.
3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to
prevent rust. Ask your Land Pride dealer for aerosol
touch-up paint. Paint is also available in touch-up
bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding
TU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.
Land Pride Touch-up Paint
! WARNING
Check hydraulic hoses and fittings frequently. Brush and other
debris can damage hoses and fittings causing the load to
release and fall, causing serious injury or death.
!
WARNING
Inspect and maintain equipment daily. Loose, broken, and
missing hardware can cause equipment to not perform
properly and can result in bodily injury or death.
Part No.
Part Description
821-002C
PAINT LP BLACK SPRAY CAN
4. Replace all damaged or missing guards & decals.
5. Lubricate as noted in “Lubrication Points” starting
on page 18.
6. Store grapple on a level surface in a clean, dry place.
Inside storage will reduce maintenance and make for
a longer grapple life.
7.
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
Do not allow children to play on or around the stored
grapple.
Do not alter Land Pride equipment or replace parts with other
brands. Doing so can cause equipment perform improperly
and may lead to breakage that can cause bodily injury or
death. Replace parts only with genuine Land Pride parts.
Do not alter Land Pride equipment or replace parts with other
brands. Doing so can cause equipment to perform improperly
and may lead to breakage that can cause bodily injury.
Replace parts only with genuine Land Pride parts.
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Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication
Lubrication Points
Lubrication
Legend
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Multi-purpose
oil lube
50
Hrs
Intervals in hours at which
lubrication is required
10
Hrs
Jaw Pivot Points
4 - Zerks (2 per side)
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = As required (make sure grease is visible)
35171
10
Hrs
Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Points
4 - Zerks (2 per cylinder)
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = As required (make sure grease is visible)
35171
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Section 4: Specifications & Capacities
Section 4: Specifications & Capacities
SGS15 Series
Specifications & Capacities
Model Numbers
SGS1566
SGS1578
Weight
680 lbs.
732 lbs.
Width
66 3/4"
78 3/4"
Closed Height
30 3/4"
30 3/4"
Number of Teeth
12
14
Teeth Spacing
5"
5 1/2"
3/8"
3/8"
Tooth Thickness
Working Length of Teeth
Hydraulic Cylinder
34 3/4"
34 3/4"
2" x 8" x 1 1/4" Rod
2" x 8" x 1 1/4" Rod
Maximum Pressure Rating
3500 psi
30 3/4"
SGS1566 = 66 3/4"
SGS1578 = 78 3/4"
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Section 5: Features & Benefits
Section 5: Features & Benefits
SGS15 Series
Features
Benefits
Attaches to power equipment easily
Uses Skid Steer Quick Hitch design for quick and easy attachment.
Designed to fit Skid Steer Loaders
and Front Tractor Loaders
The quick attach plate mounted grapple can be attached to a wide variety of
machines. Note: Tractor Loaders must be fitted with a Skid Steer universal quick
attach mounting system.
Designed to protect hydraulic hoses
Hydraulic hoses routed to prevent pinching.
Greasable hardened bushings at all
pivot locations
Bushings can be replaced if needed.
1 1/4" Pivot pins
Large diameter pins for extra strength.
Two cylinder independent grapples
Able to secure uneven loads
Grade 80 teeth material
More than double the strength of mild steel.
Front gusseted tines
Strengthens tine tips.
Open bottom and back
Allows dirt to fall through tines.
Optional cylinder shields
Protects cylinders and fittings.
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Section 6: Troubleshooting
Section 6: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
Problem
Cause
Cannot lift load
Insufficient power to lift load.
Hydraulic hoses are stretched
and/or damaged
Hydraulic hoses are catching on tree limbs,
debris, or other solid objects.
Hydraulic fittings are not protected.
Hydraulic fittings are
damaged
Jaws don’t sufficiently clamp
tight on a load
Upper jaws does not operate
Hydraulic hoses are catching on tree limbs,
debris, or other solid objects causing fittings
to become damaged.
A load taken from a pile can be too bulky to
properly clamp while in the pile.
Hydraulic hoses are not coupled to skid
steer/tractor.
Hydraulic hoses and/or fittings are
damaged.
Hitch is not properly attached to skid steer/
tractor.
Load is being carried too high.
Traveling and/or turning too fast.
Load is shifting
Teeth are bending or breaking
Traveling sideways to an incline.
Jaws not clamped tight against the load.
Load is not centered in grapple.
Traveling with teeth level or tilted down at
the front.
Teeth are bent.
Traveling forward while going down
an incline with a slope in excess of
10 percent (5.7 degrees).
The load’s center of gravity is not centered
in the grapple.
Load is too heavy for the grapple.
Ramming grapple into the ground or load.
Striking solid objects with the grapple.
Prying objects out of the ground.
Hooking grapple teeth on a solid object
below ground such as tree roots and rocks.
Wedging objects between teeth with upper
jaw.
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Solution
Reduce load on grapple or switch to a skid
steer or tractor that is rated for more lift
capacity.
Replace hydraulic hoses. Stay away from
objects that can catch on hydraulic hoses.
Stop immediately if hoses are catching on
an object and remove object. If helpful,
readjust hose routing.
Replace fittings. Consider installing optional
cylinder shields.
Replace hydraulic fittings. Stay away from
objects that can catch on hydraulic hoses.
Stop immediately if hoses are catching on
an object and remove object. If helpful,
readjust hose routing.
Re-clamp load once load is free from pile.
Reattach couplers to skid steer/tractor.
See “Hydraulic hoses are stretched
and/or damaged” and “Hydraulic
fittings are damaged” above.
Always make certain hitch is properly
attached before lifting a load. Reattach hitch
to skid steer/tractor if loose.
Recommended carrying height is as close
to ground as possible without hitting
objects.
Reduce speed to a safe non-bouncing
speed.
Travel straight up and down inclines.
Re-clamp load once load is free from pile.
Center load on grapple.
Rotate teeth back so that the ends at the
front are slightly higher than at the back.
Straighten bent teeth.
Back down steep inclines.
Reposition load so that the load’s center of
gravity is centered in the grapple.
Lift lighter loads.
Never ram with grapple.
Watch for objects while moving and allow
clearance when making turns.
Inspect area thoroughly before working in it
and place markers, such as flags, to
indicate potential hazards.
Never use grapple to pry objects.
Never run grapple teeth under ground to get
under a load.
Do not wedge objects between teeth with
upper jaw.
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Section 7: Torque Values Chart
Section 7: Torque Values Chart
Torque Values Chart for Common Bolt Sizes
Bolt Head Identification
Bolt Size
(inches)
1
Grade 2
in-tpi
1/4" - 20
1/4" - 28
5/16" - 18
5/16" - 24
3/8" - 16
3/8" - 24
7/16" - 14
N·m
7.4
8.5
15
17
27
31
43
7/16" - 20
1/2" - 13
1/2" - 20
9/16" - 12
9/16" - 18
49
66
75
95
105
2
ft-lb
5.6
6
11
13
20
22
32
36
49
55
70
79
Grade 5
3
Bolt Head Identification
Grade 8
Bolt Size
(Metric)
N · m ft-lb
11
8
13
10
24
17
26
19
42
31
47
35
67
49
N · m ft-lb
16
12
18
14
33
25
37
27
59
44
67
49
95
70
mm x pitch
M 5 X 0.8
M6X1
M 8 X 1.25
M8X1
M10 X 1.5
M10 X 0.75
M12 X 1.75
75
105
115
150
165
105
145
165
210
235
M12 X 1.5
M12 X 1
M14 X 2
M14 X 1.5
M16 X 2
55
76
85
110
120
78
105
120
155
170
4
5.8
8.8
10.9
Class 5.8
Class 8.8
Class 10.9
N·m
4
7
17
18
33
39
58
60
90
92
99
145
ft-lb
3
5
12
13
24
29
42
N·m
6
11
26
28
52
61
91
44
66
68
73
105
95
105
145
155
225
ft-lb
5
8
19
21
39
45
67
N·m
9
15
36
39
72
85
125
ft-lb
7
11
27
29
53
62
93
70
77
105
115
165
130
145
200
l215
315
97
105
150
160
230
5/8" - 11
130
97
205
150
285
210
M16 X 1.5
155
115
240
180
335
245
5/8" - 18
150
110
230
170
325
240
M18 X 2.5
195
145
310
230
405
300
3/4" - 10
235
170
360
265
510
375
M18 X 1.5
220
165
350
260
485
355
3/4" - 16
260
190
405
295
570
420
M20 X 2.5
280
205
440
325
610
450
7/8" - 9
225
165
585
430
820
605
M20 X 1.5
310
230
650
480
900
665
7/8" - 14
250
185
640
475
905
670
M24 X 3
480
355
760
560
1050 780
1" - 8
340
250
875
645
1230 910
M24 X 2
525
390
830
610
1150
845
1" - 12
370
275
955
705
1350 995
M30 X 3.5
960
705
1510 1120
2100 1550
1-1/8" - 7
480
355
1080 795
1750 1290
M30 X 2
1060 785
1680 1240 2320 1710
1-1/8" - 12
540
395
1210 890
1960 1440
M36 X 3.5
1730 1270 2650 1950 3660 2700
1-1/4" - 7
680
500
1520 1120
2460 1820
M36 X 2
1880 1380 2960 2190 4100 3220
1 in-tpi = nominal thread diameter in inches-threads per inch
1-1/4" - 12
750
555
1680 1240 2730 2010
2 N· m = newton-meters
1-3/8" - 6
890
655
1990 1470 3230 2380
3 ft-lb= foot pounds
1-3/8" - 12
1010
745
2270 1670 3680 2710
4 mm x pitch = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread
1-1/2" - 6
1180
870
2640 1950 4290 3160
pitch
1-1/2" - 12
1330 980
2970 2190 4820 3560
Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above.
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Section 8: Warranty
Section 8: Warranty
Warranty
Land Pride warrants to the original purchaser that this Land Pride product will
be free from defects in material and workmanship beginning on the date of
purchase by the end user according to the following schedule when used as
intended and under normal service and conditions for personal use.
Overall Unit: One year Parts and Labor
Hydraulic Cylinders: One year Parts and Labor;
Hoses and seals are considered wear items.
This Warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of any defective part by
Land Pride and the installation by the dealer of any such replacement part, and
does not cover common wear items. Land Pride reserves the right to inspect any
equipment or parts which are claimed to have been defective in material or
workmanship.
This Warranty does not apply to any part or product which in Land Pride’s
judgment shall have been misused or damaged by accident or lack of normal
maintenance or care, or which has been repaired or altered in a way which
adversely affects its performance or reliability, or which has been used for a
purpose for which the product is not designed. Misuse also specifically includes
failure to properly maintain oil levels, grease points, and driveline shafts.
Claims under this Warranty should be made to the dealer which originally sold
the product and all warranty adjustments must be made through an authorized
Land Pride dealer. Land Pride reserves the right to make changes in materials or
design of the product at any time without notice.
This Warranty shall not be interpreted to render Land Pride liable for damages
of any kind, direct, consequential, or contingent to property. Furthermore, Land
Pride shall not be liable for damages resulting from any cause beyond its
reasonable control. This Warranty does not extend to loss of crops, any expense
or loss for labor, supplies, rental machinery or for any other reason.
No other warranty of any kind whatsoever, express or implied, is made
with respect to this sale; and all implied warranties of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the obligations set forth in this
written warranty are hereby disclaimed and excluded from this sale.
This Warranty is not valid unless registered with Land Pride within 30 days from
the date of purchase by the end user.
IMPORTANT: The Online Warranty Registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of
purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service.
Model Number ____________________
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