
6 (34)
2. Designed purpose of use
The AVANT Mechanical side arm with S30 quick coupling system is an attachment that is intended for use
with AVANT multi purpose loaders that are shown in Table 1. The side arm has a S30 type quick coupling for
coupling attachments to the arm. The side arm is intended to be used with attachments that are specifically
designed for use with a side arm, such as, for example, the S30 cutting bar A430938, and the S30 Multi-
function drive unit A429926. The maximum weight of an attachment that can be coupled to the side arm is 200
kg.
The Side arm is equipped with a mechanical, manually extendable straight telescopic arm, and a hydraulic jib
arm which tilts the attachment up and down. Telescoping to the side is max. 1000 mm and jib arm movement
is max. 45° down and 90° up from the horizontal position. The side arm is pivoted in the middle and locked
with a pin. This makes it possible to turn the entire arm manually up and down with 45° steps. It also possible
to rotate the arm full 180° to the other side, which makes it possible to work either on the right or on the left
side of the loader.
When a loader is equipped with a side arm the loader can tip over sideways more easily. Heavy attachment
and a fully extended side arm can cause the loader to tip over on uneven surface. Additional counterweights
are recommended for all loader models. The loader should be fitted with tyres that are as wide as standard
tyres of each loader model, or even wider. The arm is rigid to all directions, there is no release mechanism in
case it hits an obstacle.
The loader must be equipped with the Attachment control switch pack in order to use the Side arm and any
attachment connected to it. Tilting the S30 coupling of the Side arm, or any attachment connected to it, is
possible only with the switches of the Attachment control switch pack. It is also is possible to tilt the
attachment during the use of the attachment.
The Mechanical side arm S30 is not designed for any other use than what is specified in this manual and must
not be used for any other purposes than intended. The side arm or any attachment or tool connected to it
must not be used for lifting purposes.
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.
Table 1 - Mechanical side arm S30 - Compatibility with Avant loaders
220
225
225LPG
313S
320S
423
520
523
R20
525LPG
R28
528
530
630
R35
635
640
745
750
755i
760i
e5
e6
A431070 −−••••(•)
It is recommended to use the attachment only with loaders marked with •in Table 1. When using with models
marked with (•), full performance may not be achieved. Additional counterweights may also be required. For
compatibility with a model not shown in table, contact your Avant dealer.
The table above applies for side arm only. The attachments that are compatible with the
side arm are not necessary compatible with all loaders.