Arrowquip 1040 User manual

Q-POWER
CATTLE CHUTES
1-877-275-6075 | [email protected]
arrowquip.com
PRODUCT MANUAL
1040 | 1070
LEFT | RIGHT
JUNE 2021

THIS PRODUCT MANUAL IS FOR THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS*:
Q-Power 104 Series Deluxe Vet Q-Power 104 Series Standard
Q-Power 107 Series Deluxe Vet
*Products may not be exactly as shown

WARNING
DO NOT REPAIR THE CHUTE OR GO INTO THE
CHUTE WHEN HYDRAULICS ARE IN OPERATION.
This can result in injury to the worker. Unplug the
motor before performing any necessary repairs or
inspection.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THE ELECTRIC
POWER PACK IF YOU ARE NOT A CERTIFIED
ELECTRICIAN. For your safety, electric power
packs must be connected and wired by a fully
certied electrician.

CONTENTS
Safety Precautions 1
Risk Assessment 2
Q-Power Hydraulic Squeeze Chute Assembly 3
Gas Power Pack 4
Electric Power Pack 5
Operating the Q-Power Cattle Chute 6
Cold Start 7
Power Failure 7
Recommended Maintenance 7
Maintenance Safety 7
Regular Maintenance 7
Hydraulic Maintenance 10
Power Pack Maintenance 10
Troubleshooting Guide 10
Squeeze Chute 10
107 Series Power Pack Troubleshooting 11
  GasPowerPackstartcordisdifculttopull   11
Pump is not building pressure 12
Issues with Electric Power Pack 12
Warranty 12
Add-Ons Maintenance & Safety Precautions 13
3rd Generation Q-Catch Head Holder 13
Sheeted Sternum Bar 14
Trimming Bar 15
Wheel Kit 16
Wheel Maintenance 25
Hydraulic Head Sweep 25

PLEASE FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATION. ARROWQUIP DOES NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY
FOR ANY ACCIDENTS OR INJURY WHEN THIS SAFETY MANUAL HAS
NOT BEEN READ IN FULL AND KEPT WITH THE PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES.
OPERATORS OF THIS PRODUCT TAKE AND ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR
ANY HARM OR INJURY TO THE ANIMAL OR OPERATOR WHEN IT PERTAINS
TO HOW THE EQUIPMENT IS USED AND MAINTAINED.
Please keep this manual for frequent reference and to pass on to new users or owners.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS OUTLINED HEREIN. ANY
HARM TO THE ANIMAL OR INJURY TO THE OPERATOR WHICH OCCURS
DUE TO HOW THE PRODUCT IS OPERATED, OR RESULTING FROM A LACK
OF SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
OPERATOR.
All farm machinery and equipment are potentially dangerous. Careless use of any Arrowquip
livestock equipment may cause injury or damage to persons, cattle, or property. Arrowquip
has taken precautions in the design and manufacturing of this product to ensure that it is safe
and user-friendly. Therefore, user must assume all responsibility and risk associated with the
possession and use of the equipment.
WARNING: READ BELOW BEFORE OPERATION.
Ensure the operator understands the contents of this manual before using the cattle squeeze
chute.
1. DO NOT wearloose-ttedclothing.
2. Ensurethecattlesqueezechuteisonarm,level,drysurfacethatisfreeofrocksand
 othertriphazards.Alevelconcretepadushwiththegroundandwiththechutebolted 
to the concrete is strongly recommended.
3. DO NOT enter the vet cage until the animal is secured in the head gate and the rump
bar has been placed so that the cow cannot back up.
4. DO NOT stand in front of the head gate while operator is moving the cattle through the
squeeze chute.
5. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 NEAR AN OPERATING
MACHINE.
1 | SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

6. Follow safe cattle handling procedures in other areas of the yard so that cattle are more
docile in the chute.
7. DO NOTmakeanymodicationstoArrowquipequipment.Non-factorymodicationsto
the equipment can reduce the safety for the operator & livestock, and void warranty.
8. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 TO USE THE HYDRAULIC
EQUIPMENT.
9. DO NOT OPERATE HYDRAULICS WHILE OPERATORS ARE WORKING WITH THE
CATTLE IN THE CHUTE OR ARE TOUCHING THE CHUTE. REACHING OUT OR
INTO THE CHUTE WHILE HYDRAULICS ARE IN OPERATION CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
10. Please ensure that all hydraulic hoses and electrical leads are out of the way and safely
positioned before moving cattle or using the chute.
11.Keepadistanceofmorethananarm’slengthfromthehydraulicchutewhilehydraulics
are in operation.
RISK ASSESSMENT
Conduct a risk assessment on procedures regarding the operation of an Arrowquip hydraulic
squeeze chute, establishing a safe work procedure.
1. Ensure all users of the equipment have been inducted and comply with safe working
procedures.
2. Pleaseensurethatthehydraulicchuteissecuredonrmground.
3. Please ensure that there are no hazardous hydraulic cords or large objects within or
around the chute where cattle and operator will be.
4. Please ensure that all hydraulics work properly before putting cattle through the chute.
5. Please make sure that all hydraulic hoses are properly secured to the hydraulic pump
or tractor.
6. Ensurethatthehydrauliccontrolsarefunctioningproperly.Specicallyensurethatthe 
adjustable side mechanism and the head gate are adjusting smoothly.
7. If hydraulics do not function properly when testing the equipment, DO NOT put cattle
through the chute.
8. Ensure that access gates are closed securely before running cattle through the chute.
9. Some chemicals and medicines can damage powder coat. Take all precautions and
wash after use.
10. Make sure your chute has been cleared of ALL livestock after use.
RISK ASSESSMENT | 2

3 | Q-POWER HYDRAULIC SQUEEZE CHUTE ASSEMBLY
Q-POWER HYDRAULIC SQUEEZE CHUTE
ASSEMBLY
Yourchutewillcomefullyassembledwiththeoptionsyouhaveorderedalreadyttedtothe
chute. However, it will be necessary to connect the hydraulics to a tractor or power pack. The
following guide will assist you in properly setting up your chute for use.
SETTING UP THE Q-POWER 104 SERIES
110V ELECTRIC POWER PACK
1. Marret P1 to Line 1 (Positive)
2. Marret T4 (Red), T2 (White) and T8 (Yellow) to Line 2 (Negative)
3. Marret T3, P2 and T5
1. Connect the hydraulic chute to a 110V power source.
2. Proceed to “Operating The Q-Power Hydraulic Chute”
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THE ELECTRIC
POWER PACKS IF YOU ARE NOT A CERTIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
MUST BE CONNECTED BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
CONTACT 1-877-275-6075 WITH ANY QUESTIONS.

Q-POWER HYDRAULIC SQUEEZE CHUTE ASSEMBLY | 4
SETTING UP THE Q-POWER 107 SERIES
1. Hydraulics are plug and play. Please ensure that the color code of the hoses matches
to the quick connects. Rule of thumb: red is pressure, yellow is tank.
2. When hooking up the hoses, ensure the couplers are engaged and the female sleeve is
snapped into place.
3. Engage oil recirculation by pulling up on the valve knob to warm oil before use.
4. Start motor by following starting procedure.
5. When shutting down, engage oil recirculation again and shut gas engine off.
GAS POWER PACK
1. Open recirculation valve.
2. Open fuel shut off valve.
3. Ensure choke is fully engaged.
4. Pull starter handle to start engine.
5. Run engine on choke for 5-10 seconds.
6. Shut choke off completely.
7. Run engine with hydraulic oil recirculating for 5-10 minutes depending on ambient
temperature.
8. Open recirculation valve and chute is ready to operate
1. RECIRCULATION VALVE
2. QUICK CONNECT PORTS
3. OIL FILTER
4. OIL LEVEL SIGHT GLASS
5. BREATHER FILL CAP
6. ENGINE OIL PLUG
7. STARTER PULL CORD
DO NOT START GAS ENGINE WITHOUT CONNECTING
PRESSURE AND TANK HOSES TO UNIT. DAMAGE MAY
OCCUR IF RECIRCULATION VALVE IS NOT ENGAGED.
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2
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ELECTRIC POWER PACKS
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THE ELECTRIC
POWER PACK IF YOU ARE NOT A CERTIFIED
ELECTRICIAN. FOR YOUR SAFETY, ELECTRIC POWER
PACKS MUST BE CONNECTED AND WIRED BY A FULLY
CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
5HP ELECTRIC POWER PACK / 7.5HP STEALTH ELECTRIC POWER
PACK
5 | Q-POWER HYDRAULIC SQUEEZE CHUTE ASSEMBLY
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2
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1. RECIRCULATION VALVE
2. OIL FILTER
3. QUICK CONNECT PORTS
4. BREATHER FILL CAP
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MUST BE CONNECTED BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
CONTACT 1-877-275-6075 WITH ANY QUESTIONS.
DO NOT CONNECT MOTOR TO POWER SOURCE
WITHOUT CONNECTING PRESSURE AND TANK HOSES
TO UNIT. SEVERE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR.

OPERATING THE Q-POWER CATLE CHUTE | 6
If you have any questions, contact Arrowquip Client Care at 1-877-275-6075.
OPERATING THE Q-POWER CATTLE CHUTE
1. Ensure the head gate, tail gate, and all access points are closed before the animal
enters the chute.
2. Open tail gate for the animal to enter the squeeze chute enclosure.
3. Close tail gate.
4. Open head gate slightly more than the neck size of the animal to tempt the animal to
stick its head through the head gate. When neck of animal is in the correct position,
 quicklyclosetheheadgatesecurelyontheanimal’sneck.
5. If required, side squeeze animal and engage head restraint to restrain further
movement.
6. If the animal applies excessive pulling pressure on head gate, it is recommended to use
the anti-backing bar behind cattle rump.
ENSURE ALL CHUTE FUNCTIONS AND ADD-ONS ARE
WORKING PROPERLY BEFORE OPERATING.

7 | COLD START
COLD START
To cold start the unit it when it is not at operating temperature, follow the below instructions.
1. With recirculation valve locked in the up position, the cold start allows the oil to circulate
 withinthepowerpacktowarmtheoil,allowingforfasterowratetothechute.
2. With recirculation valve locked in the down position, it is engaged to run the chute.
POWER FAILURE
If you should experience a loss of power while you have an animal in the chute, please
follow the instructions below:
1. Operatethehydraulicleverstoallowuidtoowoutofthecylindersandreleasethe 
pressure on the animal.
2. With the levers engaged, pull on the Head Gate Door / Squeeze Panel to open the door
if necessary.
3. Check to make sure that the animal is free of any injury.
4. Release the animal from the chute.
5. Review the cause for power failure and troubleshoot to restore power.
6. See start-up procedure once power is restored.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
All Arrowquip Products are made with precision parts to require minimal maintenance.
However, regular maintenance will keep your equipment running smoothly and safely.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Ensure the area is clear of bystanders, especially children, when doing any
maintenance or repair on the hydraulic squeeze chute.
2. Keep all body parts, including hair, hands, feet, etc., away from the machine when
hydraulics are in operation.
3. Before carrying out any maintenance on the squeeze chute, please ensure there are no
livestock in the chute.
4. DO NOT repair the chute or go into the chute when hydraulics are in operation. This
can result in injury to the worker. Unplug the motor before performing any necessary
repairs or inspection.
CONFIRM ANIMAL IS SECURELY HELD BEFORE CARRYING
OUT ANY HUSBANDRY WORK.

RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE | 8
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
✓ Inspect the entire unit. Ensure all moving components are free of debris and
functioning properly. Use proper cleaning and troubleshooting steps, if necessary.
✓ Grease pivot points on cylinders with grease zerks.
1070 MODEL 1
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1. HEAD GATE TOWER BUSHING
2. HEAD GATE CYLINDER ROD END
3. HEAD GATE CYLINDER CAP END
4. SQUEEZE CYLINDER ROD END
5. SQUEEZE CYLINDER CAP END
6. SWING ARM
7. TAIL GATE TOWER BUSHING
8. TAIL GATE CYLINDER ROD END
9. TAIL GATE CYLINDER CAP END
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1040 MODEL
1. HEAD GATE TOWER BUSHING
2. HEAD GATE CYLINDER ROD END
3. HEAD GATE CYLINDER CAP END
4. SQUEEZE CYLINDER ROD END
5. SQUEEZE CYLINDER CAP END
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2
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4
3

✓ Lubricate slam latches and door hinges with WD-40 Dry Lube.
✓ Check gate latches and striker plates for wear. Ensure gates are locking securely.
✓ Clean bottom head gate door track to prevent dirt-build-up.
✓ Cleanthechuteoor.Excessbuild-upofmanureordirtinsidechutecancausethe 
squeeze and head gate to malfunction.
✓ Check mechanism pivot bolts for wear. Lubricate with WD-40 Dry Lube as necessary.
9 | RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE

HYDRAULIC MAINTENANCE
If you have any issues with your hydraulic chute, contact Arrowquip Client Care at 1-877-
275-6075.
1. Replace oil annually, or more frequently as necessary.
a. Dirty oil or oil that has 0.05% of water in it can be catastrophic for hydraulic systems.
Replace oil frequently to prevent damage to your hydraulic jacks and keep them
working safely and reliably.
POWER PACK MAINTENANCE
Refer to the Power Pack manual for detailed maintenance instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Before doing ANY work or troubleshooting on your hydraulic chute, contact Arrowquip Client
Care at 1-877-275-6075.
SQUEEZE CHUTE
1. To ensure proper operation make sure head gate is situated on level ground or base.
2. Make sure head gate door tracks are free of debris.
3. Keepoorsclean.Excessbuild-upofmanureordirtinsidechutecancausethesqueeze
and head gate to malfunction.
4. Lubricate slam latches and pivot points with WD-40 Dry Lube.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE | 10
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TROUBLESHOOT OR FIX ISSUES
WITH THE ELECTRIC POWER PACK UNLESS YOU ARE
A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO TROUBLESHOOT OR FIX ISSUES
WITH THE ELECTRIC POWER PACK UNLESS YOU ARE
A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN

11 | TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
107 SERIES POWER PACK TROUBLESHOOTING
GAS POWER PACK ISSUES
For detailed instructions on how to remedy these problems, refer to your Gas Power Pack
manual.
GAS POWER PACK START CORD IS DIFFICULT TO PULL
SOLUTIONS
1. It is possible the motor has been turned on its side at some point, causing oil to get on top
of the cylinder. Remove spark plug, hold a rag over spark plug hole, and pull the start cord
a couple of times to get rid of the oil. Clean and dry out spark plug hole, then check
engine oil.
Possible Cause
Problem No Fuel Improper
Fuel
Dirt in
Fuel
Line
Dirty
Debris
Screen
Incorrect
Oil Level
Engine
Overloaded
Dirty Air
Cleaner
Faulty
Spark
Plug
Will Not Start • • • • • • •
Hard Starting • • • • • •
Stops Suddenly • • • • • • •
Lacks Power •••• • ••
Operates
Erratically • • • • • •
Knocks or Pings • • • •
SkipsorMisres ••• ••
Backres • • • • •
Overheats • • • • • •
High Fuel
Consumption • • •

PUMP IS NOT BUILDING PRESSURE
SOLUTIONS
1. Check that the hydraulic oil level is correct in the sight glass. Use HVI22 or AW22
weight oil to fill as needed.
2. Make sure that both couplers are engaged, and the female sleeve is snapped into
place.
3. Ensure fan on motor is turning clockwise.
4. If the cold start valve is stuck in the open/up position, turn the valve one quarter turn
and pin should slide down deeper.
5. If it sounds like the motor is not laboring, there is a very small possibility that the key on
the shaft broke, and it is not turning the pump.
6. If the relief valve has a piece of debris in it, turning the valve in an out it should free it
and cause it to by-pass.
7. Make sure hoses are hooked up correctly and align with the P and T on both the
power pack and the chute.
 a. Note:‘P’isleftand‘T’isright.
See Page 6 for full details.
ISSUES WITH ELECTRIC POWER PACK
Contact your Electrician for assistance with any Power Pack issues.
For additional information, contact Arrowquip Client Care at 1-877-275-6075.
WARRANTY
Q-Power 104 Series Standard & Deluxe Vet Models: 10 Years or 25,000 Total Head of
Cattle.*
Q-Power 107: 15 Years or 50,000 Total Head of Cattle.*
Your product must be registered to claim warranty, and to ensure that Arrowquip has the
required information to contact you in the event of a product or part recall. Any owner who
fails to register their product warranty with Arrowquip through their Authorized Arrowquip
Dealer voluntarily voids their warranty. Arrowquip will repair or replace products or parts of a
product that prove defective due to manufacturer defect during the Warranty Period, at their
sole discretion. This excludes defects resulting from normal wear and tear or product misuse.
Warrantydoesnotcovercorrosion.NOTE:Anymodication,inanyfashion,toanyArrowquip
equipment immediately voids the product warranty. This includes the parts contained therein.
Eg.Ifamodicationismadetothesqueezemechanisminasqueezechute,andthesternum
bar is bent afterwards, warranty for the damaged part, the sternum bar, contained in the
modiedequipment,thesqueezechute,isvoid.Inaddition,anyremainingwarrantyforthe
squeeze chute and other parts contained therein, including, but not limited to, the head gate,
locking system, Q-Catch system, and rollers, is null and void.

REGISTER FOR WARRANTY NOW:
Online: arrowquip.com/product-registration
Phone: [phone] | Email: [email protected]
* Warranty valid for the number of years or thenumberof head outlinedabove,whicheverlimitismet rst.
Follow the recommended use instructions to maximize the lifespan of your equipment. Arrowquip products that
have only been used within acceptable tolerance following the stated recommended use will be eligible to
claim warranty.
ADD-ONS MAINTENANCE & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
3rd GENERATION Q-CATCH HEAD HOLDER
For complete information, read the Head Holder manual.
Requirements:
- 2 people
- 3/4" wrench
Installation:
1 a. Insert 4x1/2-13x3" carriage bolts through the head gate door from inside the chute.
b. Align the head holder to the slots in the head gate according to your desired height.
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2 Secure the head holder with 4 bolts.
Safety Precautions:
1. Ensurethattheheadholderremainsopenuntilrequiredtoholdtheanimal’shead.
2. If not in use, use detent pin to hold the head holder in place.
Maintenance:
1. Add grease through the grease nipples as needed.
2. Every 6 months:
a. Check bolts to ensure they are tightened properly.
b. Spray brake cleaner on a rag and wipe the lockbox shaft while opening and
closing the head holder.
SHEETED STERNUM BAR
Installation:
1 Insert the sternum bar into the bracket.

2 Fasten bolts to front plate.
✓ Ensure that the sternum bar is installed correctly before running cattle
through the chute.
Safety Precautions:
1. Remove the sternum bar when working calves.
TRIMMING BAR
Installation:
1 Place both brackets on the chute.
SAFETY CHECK:
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