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We hope you enjoyed dealing with us and our business partner(s) and trust that we contributed to make your purchasing journey easy.
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We hope you enjoy your Hustler as much as we do, for many years to come.
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Brent Currie CEO
IMPORTANT
• Please read this Instruction Manual before you start operating the machine and observe all safety rules contained herein.
• The Instruction Manual constitutes the basic equipment of the machine!
• Please keep this Instruction Manual in a safe place within easy reach of the user and the operator during the whole period of machine use.
• In case this manual is lost or damaged, you should purchase the new copy, by placing an order in the point of sale or at the machine’s manufacturer.
• In case the machine is resold or made accessible to a third party, you should enclose the Instruction Manual together with the Declaration of Conformity for the machine.
• All the rights to this Instruction Manual are reserved by the manufacturer. Copying, processing of this Instruction Manual or any of its part without the manufacturer consent is forbidden.
INTRODUCTION
It is strongly recommended to read and understand this Instruction Manual before starting operation of the bale forks and observe all recommendations contained herein.
Note! Read this Instruction Manual Before start work with fork
This Instruction Manual contains descriptions of all risks which may occur when you do not observe safety rules during fork work and operation. In this Instruction Manual safety precautions which should be undertaken in order to minimise or avoid the risks are listed.
This Instruction Manual also contains the rules of proper fork use and explains what service procedures connected with it should be made. If any information given in this Instruction Manual is incomprehensible, please ask directly the manufacturer for an explanation.
Note!
This symbol warns about the risk. This warning symbol indicates an important information given in Instruction Manual concerning to the risk. Please read this information carefully, comply with the instructions and act with due caution.
OPERATING SAFETY RULES
User Safety
The bale forks may be operated exclusively by adults who have familiarized themselves with their operation and who have read this Instruction Manual and have suitable qualifications. When operating the fork you should take all safety precautions, in particular:
• Observe general regulations relating to health and safety at work apart from keeping to the recommendations included in this Instruction Manual.
• Follow the safety instructions of the warning symbols attached to the machine.
• Never permit other persons than the operator to drive the vehicle which operates this fork and do not allow other people to stay in the vehicle or on the machine during their operation.
• The fork may be operated only by a person who is authorized to drive a vehicle with the fork attached, in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
• The work-stand of the operator during work with the fork is the cabin of the vehicle to which the fork is attached.
• Please remember that there are a lot of places which can cause personal injury (sharp edges, protruding construction elements etc.) on the fork. When operating it you should be particularly careful when you move near the above critical places, and you absolutely must use personal protective equipment, such as: - protective clothing, - protective gloves, - protective shoes
• Transport of people or objects on the fork is strictly forbidden.
• It is forbidden to operate the fork by unauthorized persons who have not read this Instruction Manual.
• An operator who operates the fork outside the working place should be equipped with first-aid-kit containing first aid measures together with instructions of their use.
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OPERATING SAFETY RULES CONT.
• When working with loose materials it is necessary to wear protective clothing suitable for the material being pushed and transported, in particular: rubber boots, gloves, coat, cap and halfmask.
• In case of poisoning or infection you should immediately contact the physician.
• When you drive the vehicle with the operated fork attached you should keep safety transport clearance – min. 0,3 m.
• Transport speed should be adjusted to the condition of road surface.
• In order to keep suitable control, the fork should be adjusted to the vehicle in accordance with the recommendations of both the vehicle and the fork manufacturers as well as the suspension used. Manufacturer's clamping rules are described on page 15. The fork installation - in this Instruction Manual.
• Please remember that the load of each axle of the vehicle with the fork attached cannot be lower than 20% of vehicle's gross weight.
• Never leave the vehicle with the fork attached on slopes or other terrain inclinations without protecting it against self-rolling downwards. The fork should be lowered on the ground. You should place wedges under the vehicle wheels.
• Before you start any activity connected with preparation, assembly, disassembly or adjustment you should stop the engine, switch off the drive, make the vehicle immobile and wait until all moving parts of the machine stop.
• After the first hour of operation you should check the condition of all temporary fastenings, e.g. bolted joints.
• The fork should be stored on flat, even, paved ground in a place inaccessible for unauthorized persons and animals .
• During fork assembly and disassembly you should take care and be careful about construction elements responsible for fastening it with the vehicle.
• Before you start work with the fork you should check its technical condition as well as of a vehicle working with it. The unit, vehicle and fork must be in good technical condition. Worn or damaged parts should be immediately replaced by the new ones.
• The fork must be equipped with all protective shields (if they are provided by the manufacturer) which protect against accessing to movable parts. The protective covers must be complete and in good working order
• Weight of the fork suspended on a vehicle may affect vehicle's maneuverability. In such a situation great caution should be exercised.
• Keep this Instruction Manual accessible near the fork. When you loan the fork you should hand it over in good working and technical condition along with the Instruction Manual.
• Before you start work using the fork, you should prepare it in accordance with the recommendations given in section: 'The fork operation, fork assembly.
• Lashing additional transport means to the fork is strictly forbidden.
• Transport of fork on public roads on the vehicle three-point hitch is strictly forbidden.
• When you start using the fork for the first time, you should check its functioning.
• Assembly protections of the fork bolts should be only done with the use of typical protection means in the form of cotter pins. Work with other protective means is forbidden.
• On account of natural wear of materials you should obey recommendations described on page 16-17
• Worn damaged parts should be immediately replaced by the new ones.
• Upon receiving and transport of the forks check its technical condition whether it is not damaged.
• Staying under the raised fork is forbidden, there is a risk of being crushed by construction elements or transported materials.
• It is forbidden to stay close to operating fork.
• Don't put fingers and limbs between construction elements of the fork while making adjustments or overhauls.
• The vehicle operator who operates the fork must pay attention that no one approaches the fork or stays close to it during operation.
• During turning or reversing, maneuvering with the fork, you should ensure suitable visibility for yourself or look for help of a properly trained person.
• It is forbidden for operating personnel to stay between the vehicle and the fork when the vehicle's engine is operating.
• Work on the slopes exceeding 8% is inadmissible.
OPERATING SAFETY RULES CONT.
• During working on slopes you should act with great caution.
• Pay special attention during vehicle turns and maneuvers with suspended fork, both during transport and while reversing, especially when people, animals or any objects are close to the vehicle.
• A vehicle operating with the fork should have a cabin.
• Never leave the vehicle with the engine operating. Before you leave the driver's seat you should lower the fork on the ground, turn off the vehicle engine, operate hand brake, take out the ignition key, operate the hand parking brake.
• Do not wear unbuttoned or loose-hanging clothes while working, assembling, disassembling or making adjustments. Keep them away from construction elements as they may be caught by them.
• The fork should be disconnected from the vehicle not earlier than after turning the vehicle engine off and taking out the ignition key.
• After finishing work it is recommended to clean and wash the fork in washing stand fitted with sewage treatment or sediment trap to neutralize waste water.
• The fork should be stored on flat, paved surface under a roof, in places protected against unauthorized persons and animals, and in a way eliminating the risk of accidental injury.
• In case of failure you should immediately disconnect the drive transmitted from the vehicle.
• The fork operation by people under an influence of alcohol, drugs or other narcotics is strictly forbidden.
• All service procedures, which need a servicing person to stay near the fork should be done only with the fork lowered on the ground and with the vehicle engine turned off.
Failure to follow the above instructions could cause a risk for the operator and also any unauthorized persons, as well as damage the fork.
The user bears responsibility for damages resulting from the lack of observing the above rules.
The fork is not foreseen to travel on public roads –the fork transport on the tractor's three-point hitch on public roads is forbidden.
Safety signs placed on the machine and their meaning
1.0 -
OPERATING SAFETY RULES CONT.
1.2 - Keep safe distance from suspended boom or bucket
1.2.2 - Keep safe distance from the machine. Body and foot injury
1.7 - Keep Safe distance from the power lines
1.8 - Avoid action of fluid under high pressure. Read the Instruction Manual as regards service procedures
2.3 - Wear protective overall
2.4 - Wear protective Gloves
A.7.2 + B.2.6
Risks Occuring during fork operation:
no. Risk Source of risk (cause)
1
Excessive strain of the motor system (physical strain)
2
3
Falling down on the same level (stumbling, slipping etc.)
Hitting on fixed, protruding and sharp machine parts
4 Hitting by moving objects
Work in standing,, forced bent over position, walking, sliding
Possible effects of the risk Protective means
5 Sharp, dangerous edges
6 Movable machine parts
Uneven ground, mess – lying and standing objects, communication roads obstructed, slippery surfaces of the silos
The machine and its environment
7 Suspended and standing machine weight, loaded machine weight
Fodder, accidental turf parts, silage falling down from the machine during transportation.
Protruding machine construction parts, use of manual tools
Movable machine elements, sliding piston rods of hydraulic cylinders, lack of movable parts shielding
Improper assembly, aggregation, bad positioning of the machine, improper operation, leaving the suspended machine on tractor, improper loading of transported fodder
Motor system diseases, backbone injuries, strained tendons
Familiarizing with Instruction Manual, training at the work station with a consideration of lifting standards during manual transport works, proper weight lifting techniques, using other person's help, devices which make moving easier e.g. hoist, hoisting winch
Bruising, dislocations, joint sprains, bone fractures, injures
Body injures, bruising, bumps, bruises, cuts
Suitable protective shoes, even ground, focused attention, keeping order, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
Proper placing of the machine, safe space to move around, proper organization of work, focused attention, use personal protective equipment – protective helmet, gloves, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
Bruising, cuts
Finger and hand injuries, scratches, catching loose clothes on protruding parts
Dragging in, limb injures, crushing of fingers and palms
Focused attention, marking of dangerous zone, ban on moving nearby working machine, ban on staying under suspended weightraised machine, wearing personal protective equipment – protective helmet, glasses, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
Personal protective equipment –protective gloves, working uniform buttoned up, focused attention
Ban on moving nearby working machine, focused attention, use of movable parts shields, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
Bruising, feet and palms crushing
Focused attention, ban on staying under suspended weight - raised machine, using personal protective equipment - safety boots, safety gloves, safe placing of the machine, using other person’s help, using jacks, cranes, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
Too high revolutions of the vehicle engine, damaged, loose vibrating parts of the machine
Overheating (thermal shock), sun burnings
Irritation, lack of concentration, neurosis
Suitable protective clothing, drinks, creams with filters, taking breaks, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual, vehicle cabin ventilation
Work with the vehicle and the machine in good working order, routine maintenance, proper vehicle engine revolutions, familiarizing with the Instruction Manual
INTENDED USE OF THE DEVICE
The bale forks are foreseen for loading, unloading, moving from place to place, stacking bales and transporting them on closed company's area or farm.
The fork assembly to the vehicle is possible with the use of the following fastenings: TUZ I, TUZ II, TUZ III, EURO, SMS, ISO. The device performs perfectly well after being fitted on all frontal loaders of TUR type. The clamping system should be chosen in accordance with User Manual of the vehicle and the fork.
The working element of the fork are tines, that are built in the main frame, this connection should be often checked due to main point of working forces
The methods of operation are described on page 13, Forces acting of fork
Meeting the requirements concerning machine use, servicing and repairs in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and strict observance of them is the condition of intended use of the machine. The fork should be used, operated and repaired exclusively by the persons who know its characteristics and are familiarized with health and safety at work rules.
The manufacturer has a wide assortment of forks and other equipment facilitating transport in its offer . The manufacturer also offers specialist consultancy concerning the choice of suitable equipment for customer's needs.
All cases of lack of clarity concerning the machine intended use should be cleared with the fork manufacturer. Proper choice of the machine and awareness of its intended use will rise safety at work.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION
Fig.1 General view - Bale forks
Basic tool fastening systems used in the case of forks are as follows:
• TUZ I, TUZ II, TUZ III, TUZ IV Hitch types
• EURO hitch type
• SMS type coupling
Bale forks are built similar in all versions, they contain the main frame which is fastened with mounting bracket that is connected to operation vehicle. Frame is made of thick steel plate made by laser cut method, bent, welded to form a stiff frame – box with forged teeth assembled. Second part are tines in many different shapes and sizes, that varies due to lifting capacity need to operate safely with the bales.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION CONT.
Fig. 2 The bale forks side view
Equipment and accessories
Basic
The basic equipment of the fork consists of:
• Main frame with mounting brackets, tines.
• Instruction Manual
• Warranty card
Hand-held warning-lighting device and triangle marking plate for slow-moving vehicles do not belong to the basic equipment of the fork. You can buy them at the manufacturer and in the agricultural machines depot for additional cost. Each user of the fork should have a warning-lighting device in good working order and a triangle marking plate for slow-moving vehicles. Ignoring their use during transport and work can result in accident. The machine user is responsible for damages resulting from an accident.
DEVICE DESCRIPTION CONT.
Forces acting on the fork
Extreme phenomena occurring during operation with the fork are comparable with impact collision. To make the operation with the fork easier the vehicle weight – carrier load capacity has great significance. However, you should be aware of the forces which act during operation of heavy vehicle with suspended fork. Reading and analyze Instruction Manual will guarantee safe use and reduce the results of operation errors – it will lower a risk for operators.
Table I Permissible even Fork load.
Fig. 3 Distribution of forces of permissible even fork load during gathering
DEVICE DESCRIPTION CONT.
Table No. 3. Theoretical force Fmax [tonnes] which may act on fork clamped to the vehicle with the weight of 5 000 kg with changeable speed and breaking distances.
The data concerning forces acting on the vehicle – fork unit will require high level of qualifications from persons operating the machine and appeal to consciousness of hazards appearing during operation of fork during load gathering.
It is essential to choose the safe vehicle driving speed in order to guarantee that the operation does not constitute the risk for environment and operating personnel – the vehicle's operator. It is of great importance to take care of even distribution of forces by the user as well as of symmetrical pressure distribution of clamping jaw. You should never work with fork when only one side of jaw is loaded.
To prolong operation life of the fork you should remember that the acting forces during operation, both at gathering and clamping of fork were evenly distributed.
DEVICE USE
Fork Assembly
Make sure that all mounting elements of the vehicle and the fork are matched appropriately to guarantee safe assembly and operation. In case of the lack of clarity you should definitely contact the manufacturer of the vehicle or the fork.
As there is a need to connect two fork systems to the vehicle, the assembly of the fork should be done in the following order: i. Assembly of mechanical system of the vehicle and the fork. Depending on the type of three-point hitch, you should provide original protections. Every time when you assembly the system you should check the wear of connecting elements: bolts and journals.
The fork dismantling is carried out in reverse order with exercising special caution during disassembly of mechanical system which separates the fork from the vehicle.
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
All activities connected with the fork servicing can be done by the operator of the vehicle to which the fork is attached, provided that he is authorised to operate the vehicle. The fork servicing is only possible after reading the Instruction Manual.
All service and maintenance works should be done with the vehicle engine stopped, released pressures and zeroed revolutions, with active vehicle and machine protections.
After work servicing
Each time, after finishing work, the fork should be cleaned and placed on flat hardened surface. Then you should make an inspection of connections of parts and assemblies. Worn or damaged parts should be immediately replaced by new or regenerated ones. You should check all screw connections and tighten the loosen ones in accordance with the table 3 of screws and nuts tightening torque values. All safety signs placed on the fork, triangle plate distinguishing slow-moving vehicles should be kept clean.
Table no.3 the screws and nuts tightening torque values
After Season Maintenance
Includes all operation steps listed in paragraph entitled: After work servicing. Additionally, the fork should be stored under canopy on flat hardened surface. It is recommended to place wooden blocks under the fork. You should make sure that paint cover is tight. If there is no paint in some places you should clean up the areas and apply new protection coating layer on them.
In case of leaks in the hydraulic system you should definitely replace damaged parts and assemblies of the system to prevent environment contamination.
Hydraulic hoses should be replaced every 5 years independently of their exterior condition.
Lubrication of movable connections
In bale forks the are no connections that have to be lubricated, user might want to lubricate threads and surfaces of parts that might durning the usage of tool worn out and need to be replaced. Lubrication of connections of the fork is the basic maintenance operation step. All movable parts should be protected with ŁT-42 grease once a season. Clean all connections from dirt and old used grease before lubrication. If you notice any traces of wear, you should definitely replace used parts with the new ones.
Avoid contact with oil!
Use the following personal protective equipment: protective clothes, boots, gloves and glasses
Scrapping, the environment
In case of total wear of the machine to the level not allowing for its further use, it should be scrapped. This also concerns routine repairs or replacement of damaged parts. With the aim of doing it, the machine should be carefully cleaned. Then you should disassemble the machine and segregate parts according to the types of used materials. Segregated parts should be passed to the scrap heap or for utilization. The machine is a fully environmental friendly product. The materials used for its production are recyclable in 97%. Used parts of the machine should be utilized in accordance with local environment protection law. During the whole period of machine use you shouldn't allow for oil leak, which can cause environment pollution.
WARRANTY
(Bale Forks)
The goods specified in the Instruction Manual as designed and supplied by the Manufacturer are warranted against faulty workmanship and defective materials for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase.
Such warranty is subject to the following conditions:
1. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of parts or machinery sold by the manufacturer and damaged as a result of the faulty workmanship or materials in such parts or machinery. It does not extend to any other loss or damage including consequential loss or damage or loss to other property or persons.
2. Without limiting the generality of paragraph 1 above, this warranty does not cover the following:
a. Travel expenses.
b. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse.
c. Damage to any goods which have been altered or modified by someone other than the manufacturer or its authorised agent
d. Damage or loss to the goods due to their unsuitability for any particular use or for using with any particular tractor except where such use or tractor had been specifically approved by the manufacturer.
e. Damage or loss where the fitting and installation of the goods were not carried out By the manufacturer or its authorised dealer.
f. Paint damage or wear.
g. Wear and tear where Hustler deem the product to be in a high wear environment
3. Procedure for recovery under warranty. No loss or damage will be covered by this warranty unless the following procedure is followed by the purchaser
a. The loss or damage should be reported immediately to the dealer (who will contact the manufacturer who will advise whether it is covered by the warranty and undertake the necessary action).
“This warranty shall be interpreted according to the laws of New Zealand and the parties agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of New Zealand.”
NOTES
REGISTER YOUR WARRANTY
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Follow our 3 easy steps:
1. Dealer or end user? Click which applies to you.
2. Follow the instructions and fill out the info required
3. Submit your form!
Note: The machine is NOT covered by warranty until the EUSA Product Registration form and your warranty form is completed!
MAINTENANCE LOG
This record is to stay with the instruction manual and be used as proof of upkeep should a claim be lodged. Hustler requires you to keep track of approx 12 monthly maintenance by having your service provider routinely fill out the log, or by keeping receipts of work done. Routine checks will save ongoing repair costs. Pre-season is the best time for this. Excluded items are wear parts and electric components.
Purchase Date
Machine serial number
SERVICE 1 (12-15 MONTHS FROM PURCHASE DATE)
Date of service
Number of bales / hectares sprayed
Signature and Dealer Name
SERVICE 2 (24-30 MONTHS)
Date of service ____________________
Number of bales / hectares sprayed ___________________________________
Signature and Dealer Name
SERVICE 3 (36-42 MONTHS)
Date of service
Number of bales / hectares sprayed
Signature and Dealer Name
SERVICE 4 (48-55 MONTHS)
Date of service ____________________
Number of bales / hectares sprayed ___________________________________
Signature and Dealer Name ____________________________________________
CHECKLIST
Grease all nipples
All fastenings tight
Wear parts replaced (bushes, cables etc. are not covered items)
Secure all hoses and clamps
Drive components not wobbly
Wash down + Throughly
Inpect Machine
Chassis/boom Hairline Cracks repaired
General Inspection of construction
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