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2. Designed purpose of use
The AVANT Pallet forks are tools that are designed and manufactured for AVANT multi purpose loaders that
are shown in Table 1. The pallet fork is an excellent tool for handling standard sized pallets and other loads.
With Avant loader, handling of loads is easy also at areas where conventional fork-lift trucks are impracticable.
An Avant loader that is equipped with pallet forks is a versatile machine for load handling tasks all year round,
indoors and outdoors.
With the easily adjustable fork side shift mechanism, different pallet sizes can be transported easily. A load
backrest extension is also available, which should be used when handling loose materials that could fall from
a pallet. If lifting and load handling tasks are frequent, equipping the loader with the boom self levelling will
make repeated lifting tasks easier.
When lifting other material than pallets, the Log Grab attachment (A33503) is recommended. The Log Grab
attachment can be fitted to the pallet fork and it holds loose loads on the fork with its hydraulically operated
grapple. The log grab makes it easy to handle single logs, smaller timber bundles, fence poles, or similar
loose material. The log grab is also suited for easy handling of tree branches and bunches of twigs, and also
for moving large rocks. The handling of pallets is possible even if the log grab is attached on the pallet forks,
but the grapple limits the maximum height of the pallet.
There are three Pallet fork models intended for different Avant loader models as shown in Table 1. The
maximum load is different for each pallet fork model. Never handle loads that are heavier than the declared
maximum load. The actual operating capacity of the loader equipped with pallet forks depends on the loader
model, and various environmental factors, as shown in this manual. Refer to the operator's manual of your
loader for information about the lift capacity of your loader. In this manual there are load charts that apply for
loaders that are manufactured in 2018 or later.
When operating with the pallet forks, the performance and stability limits of the loader must be observed,
especially when working on inclined terrains. The pallet forks must not be used for lifting persons and it is
prohibited to use the pallet forks as any kind of access platform. The Pallet forks are not designed for any
other use than what is specified in this manual and must not be used for any other purposes than intended.
Using the pallet forks for other purposes than lifting of loads on pallets, or other unit loads that are intended to
be lifted with forks, can damage the fork arms or the frame of the pallet forks. Hanging of loads from the pallet
forks is prohibited. The fork arms must no be used to, for example, wedging of large rocks, or similar tasks
where fork arms are subject to high loads, bending, or impact. The fork arms must also not be bent, heated, or
straightened after damage.
The attachment has been designed to require as little maintenance as possible. The operator can perform
regular maintenance tasks. All repair work can’t be performed by the operator, and demanding repair and
maintenance operations are to be left for professional maintenance. All maintenance work must be done using
proper safety equipment. Spare parts must be identical with original specifications, which can be ensured by
using only original spare parts. A separate spare parts catalogue may be available, consult your Avant dealer.
Familiarise yourself with the manual's instructions regarding service and maintenance. Please contact your
AVANT retailer if you have additional questions about the operation or maintenance of the equipment, or if
you require spare parts or maintenance services.
