Baumalight WRL58G User manual

WRL58G Wheeled Mini Skidsteer
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Issue Date: February 2022

^ WARNING
Breathing engine exhaust exposes
you to chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Always start and operate the engine in a
well-ventilated area.
If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust
to the outside.
Do not modify or tamper with the
exhaust system.
Do not idle the engine except as
necessary.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
^ WARNING
Batteries, battery posts, battery
terminals, and related accessories can
expose you to chemicals including lead
and lead compounds, which are known
to the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. AW32 is recommended for general
conditions and climates. MV22 is
recommended for colder climates.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Overview...................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Intended Use And Foreseeable Misuse.................................................................................... 1
1.3 Components................................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 Serial Number Plate.................................................................................................................... 2
1.5 Operator Orientation .................................................................................................................. 3
2 SAFETY................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety Words.................................................................................... 4
2.2 Operational Hazards................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Maintenance Hazards................................................................................................................. 8
3 SAFETY SIGNS................................................................................................................................. 10
4 OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................... 12
4.1 Preparation For Use ................................................................................................................. 12
Electrical Line ........................................................................................................................... 12
4.2 Utility Locating.......................................................................................................................... 12
Gas Line..................................................................................................................................... 13
4.3 Before Operation ...................................................................................................................... 13
Test Operator On Board Safety Switch................................................................................... 13
Fill Fuel Tank ............................................................................................................................. 14
Check Engine Oil Level............................................................................................................ 14
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level (AW32 Or MV22 is Recommended) ........................................ 15
4.4 Machine Controls ..................................................................................................................... 16
Engine Throttle ......................................................................................................................... 16
Park Brake................................................................................................................................. 16
Key Switch................................................................................................................................. 16
Auxiliary Hydraulic Control ..................................................................................................... 16
Drive Joystick ........................................................................................................................... 17
Boom Joystick .......................................................................................................................... 17
4.5 Start And Stop Engine.............................................................................................................. 18
Start Engine............................................................................................................................... 18
Stop Engine............................................................................................................................... 18
4.6 Attachments .............................................................................................................................. 18
Connect Attachment................................................................................................................. 18
Connect Hydraulics.................................................................................................................. 19
Disconnect Attachment............................................................................................................ 20
4.7 Transporting.............................................................................................................................. 20
4.8 Lift Arm Lock............................................................................................................................. 21
Engage Lift Arm Lock............................................................................................................... 21
Disengage Lift Arm Lock ......................................................................................................... 21
4.9 First Time User Tips ................................................................................................................. 22
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4.10 Operation.................................................................................................................................22
Slope Operation........................................................................................................................22
General Operation .................................................................................................................... 22
4.11 Adjust Ground Speed/Drive Power .......................................................................................23
5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................24
5.1 Safety.........................................................................................................................................24
5.2 Daily Or Every 10 Hours...........................................................................................................24
Check Engine Oil Level............................................................................................................24
Check Engine Air Filter ............................................................................................................25
Check Hydraulic Hoses............................................................................................................25
Check Park Brake Operation ................................................................................................... 25
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level (AW32 Or MV22 is Recommended) ........................................ 25
Check Engine Air Intake Screen..............................................................................................26
Check Hydraulic Fluid Cooler..................................................................................................26
Check Operator On Board Safety Switch............................................................................... 26
General Inspection ................................................................................................................... 26
5.3 Every 20 Hours .........................................................................................................................27
Lubrication ................................................................................................................................27
5.4 Every 100 Hours .......................................................................................................................27
Replace Air Filter ......................................................................................................................27
5.5 Every 250 Hours .......................................................................................................................28
Change Engine Oil And Filter .................................................................................................. 28
5.6 Every 500 Hours .......................................................................................................................28
Replace Fuel Filter....................................................................................................................28
Replace Hydraulic Filter...........................................................................................................29
5.7 Every 1000 Hours ....................................................................................................................30
Change Hydraulic Fluid And Filter (AW32 Or MV22 is Recommended) ..............................30
5.8 As Required...............................................................................................................................31
Check Battery............................................................................................................................31
6 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................32
7 STORAGE..........................................................................................................................................34
7.1 Storing .......................................................................................................................................34
7.2 Remove From Storage .............................................................................................................34
BAUMALIGHT MINI SKIDSTEER WARRANTY ...............................................................................35
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1 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Baumalight
Wheeled Mini Skidsteer. This equipment has been
designed and manufactured to meet the needs of
a discriminating buyer for efcient operation.
Safe, efcient and trouble free operation of your
skidsteer requires that you and anyone else who
will be operating or maintaining the skidsteer, read
and understand this Operator’s Manual.
This manual covers the Baumalight Wheeled Mini
Skidsteer WRL58G. Use the Table of Contents as
a guide to locate required information.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference
and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call
your Baumalight dealer, distributor or the factory
if you need assistance, information or additional
copies of the manuals.
When this machine is worn out and no longer in
use, it should be returned to the retailer or other
party for recycling.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION - The directions left,
right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this
manual, are as seen from the operator’s platform
and facing in the direction of travel.
1.1 Overview
The skidsteer is designed to be used by experienced
operators, trained in the safe operation and hazards
related to using the skidsteer and the safe use of
the skidsteer for the intended purpose. Operators
will require personal protective equipment to
reduce the risk from some hazards that cannot be
completely eliminated or controlled by the design
of the skidsteer.
The skidsteer is not designed for use in hazardous
atmospheres where there is a risk of re or
explosion due to ammable gases or vapors. Use
in hazardous, explosive atmospheres is prohibited.
Serious injury or death of the operator or
bystanders may be caused if the skidsteer is
misused. Misuse may also cause damage to the
attachment skidsteer is carrying.
1.2 Intended Use And Foreseeable
Misuse
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A
B
C
C
D
E
H
F
G
A. Operators Station
B. Fuel Tank
C. Lift Arm
D. Attachment Tilt Cylinder
E. Hydraulic Cooler Vent Screen
F. Hydraulic Fluid Tank
G. Instrument Panel
H. Lift Arm Lock
1.3 Components 1.4 Serial Number Plate
Record serial number and dates in spaces below.
Serial Number:____________________________
Date Of Purchase:_________________________
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1.5 Operator Orientation
D B
C
A
A. Front
B. Right Side
C. Rear
D. Left Side
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2 SAFETY
You must read, understand and follow the
instructions given by the operating unit
manufacturers, as well as the instructions in this
manual.
The safety information in this manual is denoted
by the safety alert symbol:
^
This symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME
ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The level of risk is indicated by the following signal
words:
^^ DANGER
DANGER - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, WILL
result in death or serious injury.
^ WARNING
WARNING - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
^ CAUTION
CAUTION - Indicates a hazardous
situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
NOTICE - Indicates a situation that could
result in damage to the equipment or
other property.
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol And Safety
Words
^ WARNING
Prevent death or serious injury.
Read and understand this manual before
operating the skidsteer.
Always stop engine and remove key
before leaving operators station.
Never allow anyone near the skidsteer
during operation.
Travel at a safe speed.
^ WARNING
Prevent death or serious injury from
moving parts.
Moving parts can crush and dismember.
Do not operate without guards and
shields in place.
Disconnect and lockout power source
before adjusting or servicing.
^ WARNING
Use skidsteer only for the designed
applications.
Any other use may result in personal
injury, damage to equipment and may
void the warranty.
2.2 Operational Hazards
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^ WARNING
Protect from ying debris.
Wear proper safety glasses, goggles,
or a face shield to protect from ying
debris.
^ WARNING
Prevent death or serious injury.
Raised unsupported lift arms can fall,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Never enter the area under raised lift
arms.
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual
and on equipment safety signs. Keep safety signs
in good condition and replace missing or damaged
safety signs.
New components and repair parts must include
the current safety decal.
Learn how to properly operate the skidsteer.
NEVER operate or work around this equipment
without proper instruction, while fatigued or under
the inuence of alcohol, prescription or non-
prescription medication or if feeling ill.
Keep your equipment in proper working condition.
Know the regulations and laws that apply to you
and your industry. This manual is not to replace
any regulations or laws. Additional information
may be found at: www.asae.org or www.osha.gov.
If you do not understand any part of this manual,
contact Baumalight at 866-820-5603.
Electric Lines And Underground Utilities
Have underground utilities located before begining
work. In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-
258-0808 (US and Canada). Also contact any
local utilities that do not participate in the One-Call
service. In countries that do not have a One-Call
service, contact all local utility companies to have
underground utilities located.
^ WARNING
Prevent electrocution.
Skidsteer and/or attachment coming
near or contacting electrical lines can
cause electrocution.
Electrocution can occur without contact.
Keep away from electrical lines.
The following shall be adhered to when working
around electrical lines.
• Any electrical line or overhead line shall be
considered to be an energized electrical line
unless and until the person owning the line or
the electric utility authority indicates that the
line is not an energized electrical line.
• If any part of the skidsteer or the attachment
contacts an energized electrical line, the
operator must not attempt to get off the
skidsteer. Warn others to leave the area.
Contact utility company to deenergize the line.
The operator shall remain at the controls until
utility company informs that it is safe to exit the
machine.
• Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into
area until utility company informs that it is safe
to do so.
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^ WARNING
Prevent explosion.
Skidsteer and/or attachment contacting
a gas line can result in an explosion.
If you suspect a gas line has been damaged:
• Immediately shut off engine.
• Remove any ignition sources.
• Warn others that a gas line has been damaged
and that they should leave the area.
• Leave the area as quickly as possible.
• Immediately call the local emergency phone
number and the utility company.
• Do not return to area until given permission by
emergency personnel and utility company.
Prepare For Emergencies
Be prepared in case of emergencies.
Keep a re extinguisher and rst aid kit close to
the machine.
Keep emergency phone numbers in your phone.
Know your address so emergency services can
locate you if an emergency arises.
Replace Safety Signs
Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
Safety signs are identied in Section 3 of this
manual.
Replacement safety signs are available from your
Baumalight dealer.
Do Not Allow Riders
NEVER lift or carry anyone on the skidsteer.
NEVER use skidsteer as a work platform.
NEVER allow passengers on the skidsteer.
Lower Operating Speed
Move at slow speeds on rough or uneven terrain.
Avoid Rollover
The equipment may rollover, resulting in death or
serious injury. To help prevent rollover:
• Travel at a slow speed.
• Avoid sharp turns & sudden movement on
slopes.
• Carry attachments close to the ground.
• Avoid holes, ditches and other obstructions
which may cause equipment to rollover.
• Use caution when operating on slopes and do
not operate on excessively steep slopes.
• Do not exceed load capacity of equipment.
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Raised Attachment
^ WARNING
Crushing hazard.
Raised unsupported lift arms can fall,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Never enter the area under raised lift
arms.
Raised lift arms or attachment can lower
unexpectedly, resulting in death or serious injury.
NEVER enter area under raised lift arms or
attachment.
Lower lift arms to ground, engage park brake, shut
off engine and remove key before servicing.
Avoid Loud Noise
^ WARNING
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Wear a suitable hearing protective
device such as earmuffs or earplugs
to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable loud noises.
Hazards From Modifying Equipment
Do not make any alterations to your skidsteer.
Altering the equipment may cause unsafe
conditions and may void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
^ WARNING
Pressurized uids can penetrate the
skin.
Hydraulic hoses can fail from age,
damage and exposure.
Use body and face protection while
searching for leaks. A tiny, almost
invisible leak can penetrate the skin,
thereby requiring immediate medical
attention.
Use wood or cardboard to detect
hydraulic leaks, never use your hands.
Escaping uid under pressure can penetrate the
skin causing serious injury.
Prevent the hazard by relieving pressure before
connecting or disconnecting hydraulic hoses.
Verify all connections are tight before applying
pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard or wood.
Protect hands and body from high pressure uids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any uid injected into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or serious infection
may result.
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2.3 Maintenance Hazards
Before servicing, park machine on a rm and
level surface, lower lift arms, engage park brake,
remove key and place a “Do Not Operate” tag on
control panel. Read and understand this manual.
If you do not understand any part of the manual,
contact your Baumalight dealer.
Always wear face and/or eye protection, safety
shoes, and other protective equipment appropriate
for the job.
Do not make unauthorized modications. Contact
your Baumalight dealer before you weld, cut/drill
holes, or make any other modications.
Always use Baumalight replacement parts.
^ WARNING
Moving parts can crush and cut.
Keep clear of moving components.
Follow lockout procedure before
servicing.
^ WARNING
Entanglement hazard.
Keep clear of moving components.
Wear proper protective equipment
appropriate for the job.
^ WARNING
Prevent death or serious injury.
Before performing inspections, service
or maintenance:
• Park machine on rm, level surface.
• Lower lift arms to ground.
• Engage park brake.
• Turn engine off and remove key.
• Place “Do Not Operate” tag on
control panel.
^ WARNING
Burn hazard.
Hot and high pressure hydraulic oil.
Allow oil to cool before servicing.
^ WARNING
Crushing hazard.
Raised unsupported lift arms can fall,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Never enter the area under raised lift
arms.
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A. D005029 ^WARNING - Read and understand
safety signs on the machine and operating
instructions in this manual before operating
machine.
D005029
B. D005039 ^WARNING - Pinch point / crush
hazard. Do not reach into machine. Keep away
from machine.
D005039
3 SAFETY SIGNS
A
BC
B
B
D, E
A
F
B
D, E
F
G
D, E
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C. D005409
1 2
2
1
D005409
T
D. D005030 ^ WARNING - Pressurized uid
hazard. Keep away from machine.
D005030
E. D005262 ^WARNING - P65 warning
information.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals
including 1,3-Butadiene and lead, which are known to the state of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
D005262
F. D005404 ^WARNING - Crush hazard. Install
service lock.
D005404
G. D005031 ^WARNING - Wear personal
protective equipment appropriate for the job.
D005031
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Operator must be properly trained and understand
operator’s manual before using equipment. Do not
allow untrained or unqualied people to operate
this equipment.
It is your responsibility to operate this equipment
safely. You must be familiar with the equipment
and all safety practices before use.
Have underground utilities located before working.
In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-258-
0808 (US and Canada). In countries that do not
have a One-Call service, contact all local utility
companies to have underground utilities located.
Inspect equipment before operating. Repair or
replace any worn or damaged parts. Replace
missing or damaged safety shields and safety
signs.
Keep bystanders away from work area.
Always wear protective equipment appropriate for
the job.
Do not operate, work on or around this machine
while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or if
feeling ill.
Keep clear of moving equipment at all times.
Stop engine before leaving operators station.
4 OPERATION
4.1 Preparation For Use
Electrical Line
Have underground utilities located before beginning
work. In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-
258-0808 (US and Canada). In countries that do
not have a one call service, contact all local utility
companies to have underground utilities located.
^ WARNING
Prevent electrocution.
Skidsteer and/or attachment coming
near or contacting electrical lines can
cause electrocution.
Electrocution can occur without contact.
Keep away from electrical lines.
The following requirements shall be adhered to
when working around electrical lines.
• Any electrical line or overhead line shall be
considered to be an energized line unless and
until the person owning the line or the electrical
utility authority indicates that the line is not an
energized electrical line.
• If any part of the skidsteer or the attachment
contacts an energized electric line, the operator
must not attempt to get off the skidsteer.
Contact utility company to deenergize the line.
The operator shall remain at the controls until
utility company informs that it is safe to exit the
machine.
• If any part of the skidsteer or the attachment
contacts an energized electrical line, warn
others to leave the area. Do not return to jobsite
or allow anyone into area until utility company
informs that it is safe to do so.
4.2 Utility Locating
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Gas Line
Have underground utilities located before beginning
work. In the US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-
258-0808 (US and Canada). In countries that do
not have a one call service, contact all local utility
companies to have underground utilities located.
^ WARNING
Prevent explosion.
Skidsteer and/or attachment contacting
a gas line can result in an explosion.
If you suspect a gas line has been damaged, take
the following actions.
• Immediately shut off engine.
• Remove any ignition sources.
• Warn others that a gas line has been cut and
that they should leave the area.
• Leave the area as quickly as possible.
• Immediately call the local emergency phone
number and the utility company.
• Do not return to area until given permission by
emergency personnel and utility company.
4.3 Before Operation
Before operating, check fuel level, engine oil level,
engine coolant level and hydraulic uid level. Test
operation of operator on board switch.
^ WARNING
Prevent explosion.
Fuel can cause an explosion or re. Do
not refuel with engine running or near
open re. Never allow fuel, engine oil or
hydraulic uid to spill on hot machine
components.
Clean up spilled fuel or oils immediately.
Test Operator On Board Safety Switch
Before operation, test operator on board safety
switch to verify it is functioning correctly.
1. Stand on operators platform and start engine.
Do not disengage park brake.
2. Step off operators platform. The drive and boom
functions should be disabled if functioning
correctly. If drive and boom functions are
not disabled, switch engine off and contact a
Baumalight dealer. Do not operate skidsteer
if operator on board switch is not functioning
correctly.
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Fill Fuel Tank
1. Skidsteer must be parked on a level surface,
lift arms fully lowered, engine stopped and key
removed.
A
2. Check fuel level on cap/gauge (A).
3. Clean area around fuel tank ller neck.
4. Remove cap/gauge (A) from ller neck and
add fuel as needed.
5. Install cap/gauge on ller neck.
Check Engine Oil Level
1. Skidsteer must be parked on a level surface,
lift arms fully lowered, engine stopped and key
removed.
2. Loosen knobs (A) and tilt hydraulic cooler up.
A
A
3. Clean around oil dipstick.
4. Pull out dipstick and wipe it clean.
5. Slide dipstick fully into dipstick tube.
6. Pull dipstick out and check oil level on dipstick.
7. If oil level is low, clean around oil ller cap and
remove cap.
8. Slowly pour oil through ller cap to raise oil
level to the F (full) mark on dipstick.
NOTICE
Prevent engine damage.
Do not overll crankcase.
The OEM engine manufacturer species the oil
be a 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service category SJ or later
(or equivalent).
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50 to 105° F (10 to 40° C) 30W
5 to 105° F
(-15 to 40° C)
5W-30 or 10W-30
-15 to 105° F
(-25 to 40° C)
Synthetic 5W-30
SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 is recommended for
general use. Use a full synthetic for starting/
operating temperatures between 5 to -13° F (-15
to -25° C). Other viscosities shown may be used
when the average temperature in your area is
within the indicated range.
9. Replace ller cap and dipstick.
10. Close hydraulic cooler and tighten knobs (A).
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
Check hydraulic uid level before the engine is rst
started and every 10 hours.
Attachments can raise or lower the hydraulic uid
level. If a new attachment is connected, hydraulic
uid needed to ll the lines, cylinders or motor will
lower the hydraulic tank uid level. Check uid level
each time a different attachment is connected.
1. Skidsteer must be parked on a level surface,
lift arms fully lowered, engine stopped and key
removed.
B
A
2. Check uid level in sight glass (A). Hydraulic
uid should ll approximately 50% of the sight
glass. If the level is low, add enough uid to raise
it to the proper level. AW32 is recommended
for general conditions and climates. MV22 is
recommended for colder climates.
3. Clean the area around hydraulic tank ller
neck.
4. Remove the cap (B) from ller neck and add
hydraulic uid as needed.
5. Install the cap (B) on ller neck.
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Engine Throttle
Move throttle rearward to increase engine speed
and forward to decrease engine speed.
Park Brake
Move switch forward to engage the park brake.
Move switch rearward to release park brake.
Key Switch
Key switch has three positions: off, run, and start.
Rotate the key to the start position to start engine.
Release key when engine starts and it will move
automatically to the run position.
Rotate key to off position to stop engine.
Auxiliary Hydraulic Control
Auxiliary hydraulic control (H) provides a
continuous hydraulic ow to attachment. Center
position is off/locked. Move control forward for ow
in one direction or rearward for ow in the other
direction.
H
ABCDE
F
G
H
I
J
K
A. Engine Overheat Light
B. Voltmeter
C. Light Switch
D. Park Brake On/Off
E. Hydraulic Fluid Pressure
F. Engine Throttle
G. Boom Joystick
H. Auxiliary Hydraulic Control
I. Drive Joystick
J. Hydraulic Fluid Temperature Gauge
K. Key Switch
4.4 Machine Controls
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