GEITH QC35-40 H User manual

GEITH QUICK COUPLER MANUAL
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PT No. 823000088876-2
Released 05-2016

Contact us:
US - Geith Inc
2905 Shawnee Industrial Way, Suwanee, GA 30024
T: [phone] (Toll Free) F: [phone]
[email protected]
Ireland - Geith International Ltd
Block B, 1st Floor, Swords Business Campus, Swords, Co. Dublin, Ireland
T: [phone] F: [phone]
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DELIVERY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
TO THE CUSTOMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Maintenance and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Environment and Circumstances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Safety Decals With Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
DECAL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
DECAL INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Spacer Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Installing The Quick Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Engaging Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Attachment Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Releasing Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
LIFTING OBJECTS WITH QUICK COUPLER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Working Load Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Quick Coupler Lifting Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
QUICK COUPLER INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
After Installation / Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Daily Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Weekly Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
QUICK COUPLER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION (HYDRAULIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
QUICK COUPLER COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION (MECHANICAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
PART REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Removing The Quick Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Disassembly Of Hydraulic Coupler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Disassembly (Mechanical Coupler QC45 - QC110) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Four Port Control Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Overall Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
PRODUCT WARRANTY POLICY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1

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INTRODUCTION
DELIVERY REPORT
The delivery report must be completed by the dealer and signed by the owner or operator when the Geith attachment is
delivered. An explanation of the form must be given to the owner.

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INTRODUCTION
TO THE CUSTOMER
Thank you for purchasing a Geith Quick Coupler. Geith attachments are designed and manufactured to the highest quality
standards and backed up by the Geith commitment to service and parts support. Learn more at www.geith.com
APPLICATION RECOMMENDATIONS
The Geith range of quick couplers are designed for use with all makes of excavators, combined with a wide range of
attachments, to suit a wide range of work applications.
It is the responsibility of the owner and operators of the quick coupler to ensure that the quick coupler is used
and maintained in a safe and appropriate manner that will not cause damage to or make unsafe in any way.
WARNING

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INTRODUCTION
Read and understand the Operation & Maintenance manual and all decals prior to operating, adjusting or
servicing equipment. Follow warnings and instructions in the manual when making adjustments, repairs or
servicing. Check for correct function after making adjustments, repairs or servicing. Failure to follow
instructions can cause serious injury or death.
IDENTIFICATION
WARNING
SLIDING
HOOK
SERIAL PLATE *
LIFTING
EYE
LOCKING
CLASP
FIXED HOOK
* - SERIAL PLATE LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON QUICK COUPLER MODEL

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SAFETY
SAFETY
Be Prepared - Get to Know All Operating and Safety
Instructions.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. Wherever it appears
in this manual or on safety signs on the machine you
should be alert to the potential for personal injury or
accidents. Always observe safety precautions and
follow recommended procedures.
DANGER - This signal word is used on safety
messages and safety labels and indicates an
imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING - This signal word is used on safety
messages and safety labels and indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION - This signal word is used on safety
messages and safety labels and indicates a
potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
This signal word identifies procedures which must
be followed to avoid damage to machine.
General
Safe Operation is Operator's Responsibility
Only trained and authorized personnel should operate
and maintain the attachment.
Follow all safety rules, regulations, and instructions when
operating or performing maintenance on attachment.
• Do not operate attachment and machine if you are
under the influence of drugs or alcohol. An operator
who is taking prescription drugs must get medical
advice to determine if he or she can safely operate a
machine.
• When working with other personnel on a work site, be
sure that all personnel know the nature of the work
and understand all hand signals that are to be used.
• Be sure that all guards and shields are installed in
their proper location. Have guards and shields
repaired or replaced immediately if damaged.
• Never remove, modify or disable any safety features.
Always keep them in good operating condition.
• Always check for and know the location of
underground and overhead utility lines before using
an attachment and machine.
• Failure to use and maintain safety features according
to instructions in this manual, Safety Manual, and
Shop Manual can result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT

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SAFETY
Proper Work Tools and Attachments
When installing and using optional attachments, read the
instruction manual for attachment, and general
information related to the attachments in this manual.
Attachments and attachment control systems that are
compatible with the machine are required for safe and
reliable machine operation. Do not exceed maximum
operating weight (machine weight plus attachment) that
is listed on the machine’s certification plate and reference
lift capacity per the load chart in the machine.
Make sure that all guards and shields are in place on
machine and on work tool. Depending on type or
combination of work equipment, there is a potential that
work equipment could interfere with the cabin or other
parts of machine. Before using unfamiliar work
equipment, check if there is any potential of interference,
and operate with caution.
While you are performing any maintenance, testing, or
adjustments to attachments, stay clear of the following
areas: cutting edges, pinch points, and crushing
surfaces.
Never use attachment as a work platform or man-lift.
Pressurized Fluids
Pressurized air or fluids can cause debris and/or fluids to
be blown out. This could result in death or serious injury.
Immediately after operations are stopped, coolant,
engine oil, and hydraulic oil are at their highest
temperatures and the radiator and hydraulic tank are still
under pressure. Always wait for temperature to cool
down and follow specified procedures when performing
the following operations. Follow specified procedures
when attempting to remove caps, drain oil or coolant, or
replacing filters. Failure to do so can result in death or
serious injury.
When pressurized air and/or pressurized water is used
for cleaning, wear protective clothing, protective shoes,
and eye protection. Eye protection includes goggles or a
protective face shield.
Pressure can be trapped in a hydraulic system and
should be relieved before maintenance is started.
Releasing trapped pressure can cause sudden machine
movement or attachment movement. Use caution if you
disconnect hydraulic lines or fittings.
High-pressure oil that is released can cause a hose to
whip or oil to spray. Fluid penetration can result in death
or serious injury. If fluid enters skin or eyes, get
immediate medical attention from a physician familiar
with this injury.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Do not wear loose clothing and accessories. Secure long
hair. These items can snag on controls or on other parts
of equipment.
Do not wear oily clothes. They are highly flammable.
Do not forget that some risks to your health may not be
immediately apparent. Exhaust gases and noise pollution
may not be visible, but these hazards can cause
disabling or permanent injuries. Breathing masks and/or
ear protection may be required.
Wear a hard hat, safety shoes, safety goggles, mask,
leather gloves, earplugs and other protective equipment,
as required.
Proper Tools and Clothing
Only use tools that are intended for the type of service to
be done and never use inadequate tools. Metal pieces
from low quality or damaged tools, such as chisels or
hammers, can break off and hit a service person in the
eyes or face causing serious injury.
Hydraulic System
Check hydraulic tubes, hoses and fittings for damage,
wear or for leaks. Hydraulic lines and hoses must be
properly routed and have adequate support and secure
clamps. Leaks can cause fires. Never use a flame or
bare skin to check for leaks.
Tighten or replace any parts that show leakage.
Check that all hose and tube clamps, guards, and
cushions are securely attached. If they are loose, they
can vibrate during operation and rub against other parts.
This can cause damage to hoses and cause
high-pressure oil to spray on hot surfaces, causing a fire
and death or serious injury.
Always clean fluid spills. Do not use gasoline or diesel
fuel for cleaning parts. Use commercial nonflammable
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SAFETY
Operation
Attachment
Never let anyone ride on any work attachment. This
creates a falling and crushing hazard, and can result in
death or serious injury.
Move work levers (joysticks) in a continuous motion.
Making sudden movements with the work levers
(joysticks) can cause attachment to swing into cabin or
into a person in work area. This can result in death or
serious injury.
Do not use work equipment or swing mechanism to pull
load in any direction. This could cause the work
equipment to move suddenly if the load releases and can
result in death or serious injury.
Maintenance and Installation
Improper operation and maintenance can result in death
or serious injury. Read manual before operating or
maintaining the attachment. Follow all instructions and
safety messages.
AVOID DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY
Follow instructions before operating or servicing the
attachment. Read and understand the Operation &
Maintenance Manual for the attachment. Follow
warnings and instructions in the manuals when
making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for
correct function after adjustments, repairs or service.
Untrained operators and failure to follow instructions
can result in death or serious injury.
• Never service Geith attachments without instructions.
• Cleaning and maintenance are required daily.
• Welding or grinding painted parts should be done in
well ventilated areas.
• Wear a respirator mask when grinding painted parts.
Toxic dust and gas can be produced.
• Never service or adjust attachment with the
machine’s engine running unless instructed to do so
in this manual.
• Avoid contact with leaking hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel
under pressure. It can penetrate skin or eyes.
• Keep body, jewelry and clothing away from moving
parts, electrical contact, and hot parts.
• Wear eye protection to guard from compressed
springs, fluids under pressure and flying debris when
engines are running or tools are used. Use eye
protection approved for welding.
• Wear protective clothing. If acid contacts body, flush
well with water. For eye contact, flush well and get
immediate medical attention from a physician familiar
with this injury.
WARNING

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• The maintenance procedures which are given in this
manual can be performed by the owner or operator
without any specific technical training. Maintenance
procedures which are not in this manual must be
performed ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. Use genuine Geith replacement parts.
• Only authorized personnel should service and repair
the attachment. Do not allow unauthorized personnel
into work area.
• Park machine on firm, level ground.
• Lower work equipment to the ground, stop engine and
relieve hydraulic pressure before performing
maintenance.
• To prevent injury, do not perform maintenance with
engine running. If maintenance must be done with
engine running, perform maintenance with at least
two workers and do the following:
One worker must always sit in the operator's seat
and be ready to stop engineat any time. All workers
must maintain contact with other workers, be sure
that all personnel know and understand all hand
signals that are to be used.
When maintenance operations are near moving or
rotating parts, there is a potential hazard of being
caught in moving or rotating parts. Keep hands and
tools away.
• Contain and dispose of any fluid leakage in an
environmentally safe manner.
Cleaning
Clean the attachment before performing inspection and
maintenance.
If inspection and maintenance are done when the
attachment is dirty, it will become more difficult to locate
problems.
High-pressure Lines, Tubes and Hoses
When inspecting or replacing high-pressure piping or
hoses, check to verify that pressure has been released
from circuit. Failure to release pressure can result in
death or serious injury. Always do the following:
• Wear eye protection and leather gloves.
• Fluid leaks from hydraulic hoses or pressurized
components can be difficult to see but has enough
force to pierce skin and can result in death or serious
injury. Always use a piece of wood or cardboard to
check for suspected hydraulic leaks. Never use your
hands or expose your fingers. Wear safety goggles.
• Do not bend high-pressure lines. Do not strike
high-pressure lines. Do not install lines, tubes or
hoses that are bent or damaged.
• Make sure that all clamps, guards and heat shields
are correctly installed to prevent vibration, rubbing
against other parts, and excessive heat during
operation.
• Replace hose or components if any of the following
problems are found:
Damage or leakage from hose end fitting.
Wear, damage, cutting of hose covering, or wire
braiding is exposed on any hose.
Cover portion is swollen in any section.
The hose is twisted or crushed.
Foreign material is embedded in hose covering.
Hose end is deformed.
Connection fittings are damaged or leaking.
Oil or fuel leaks from high-pressure hoses can cause fire
or improper operation, which can result in death or
serious injury. If any damaged hoses are found, stop
operations immediately and contact your Geith distributor
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SAFETY
Environment and Circumstances
Exhaust Ventilation
Engine exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness, loss
of alertness, judgment and motor control. This can result
in death or serious injury.
Make sure there is adequate ventilation before starting
engine in any enclosed area.
Check for and be aware of any open windows, doors or
ductwork where exhaust may be carried, or blown by
wind, exposing others to hazardous exhaust gases.
Ventilation for Enclosed Area
If it is necessary to start engine within an enclosed area,
or when handling fuel, flushing oil, or paint; open doors
and windows to ensure that adequate ventilation is
provided to prevent gas poisoning.
Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion
which can be harmful to your health.
Always run engine in a well ventilated area. If you are in
an enclosed area, vent exhaust to outside.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
WARNING
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents
are known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects and other reproductive harm.
Disposal of Hazardous Materials
Physical contact with used motor oil or gear oil could
create a health risk. Wipe oil from your hands promptly
and wash off any remaining residue.
Used motor oil or gear oil is an environmental
contaminant and should only be disposed of at approved
collection facilities. To prevent pollution of environment,
always do the following:
• Never dump waste oil in a sewer system, rivers, etc.
• Always put drained oil from your machine in
approved, leak proof containers. Never drain oil
directly onto ground.
• Obey appropriate laws and regulations when
disposing of harmful materials such as oil, fuel,
solvent, filters, and batteries.
Improperly disposing of waste can threaten environment.
Potentially harmful fluids should be disposed of
according to local regulations.
Use all cleaning solutions with care. Report all necessary
repairs.
WARNING

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SAFETY DECALS
Safety decals are attached to the attachment to alert the
operator or maintenance person about potential hazards,
the consequences of potential injury, and instructions
and/or actions required to avoid the hazard. The location
of the safety decals and the description of the decals are
reviewed in the following section. Please become
familiarized with all safety decals and their messages.
Make sure that all the safety decals are in their correct
location and legible. Clean or replace the safety decals if
they are damaged, missing, or the texts and pictorials are
not legible. When you clean the safety decals, use a soft
cloth, water, and soap. Do not use solvent, gasoline, or
other harsh chemicals to clean the safety decals because
this could loosen the adhesive that secures the decals to
the attachment. Remember, if a safety decal is attached
to a part that is replaced, install a new safety decal on the
replacement part.
Safety Decals With Text
Safety decals with text consist of a signal word, pictorial
and a text message panel. In some cases, a pictorial
panel may not be part of the safety decal.

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DECAL IDENTIFICATION
Figure 1
500101 SW 827000087612A enUS
*827000087612AenUS*
PINCH POINT CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH
Keep hands away.
WARNING
827000087612
827000087613 2
1
* - Located on both sides of Quick Coupler.
*
*

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DECAL INSTALLATION
Instruction and warning decals shown below [Figure 2]
and [Figure 3] are supplied with this quick coupler. They
must be installed as shown in images.
NOTE: When installing decals to inside of the cab
window, the decals must be placed where
they can be easily seen.
Figure 2
Figure 3
NOTE: Replace any damaged instruction and
warning decals. Replacement decals are
available from your dealer.
Warning decal (Item 2) [Figure 1] and [Figure 2].
WARNING
ATTACHMENT INTERFERENCE CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Attachment radius is increased when quick
coupler is attached.
•Check attachment to machine clearance through
full working cycle prior to operation.
3
2
* - Only used with hydraulic quick couplers.
*
4
* - Only used with mechanical quick couplers.
*
827000087613
WARNING

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SAFETY
Warning decal (Item 1) [Figure 1].
WARNING
MOVING PARTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY
Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.
Hydraulic Quick Coupler Operating Instructions decal
(Item 3) [Figure 2].
See pages 3-5 through 3-14 for detailed instructions on
engaging and releasing attachments.
Mechanical Quick Coupler Operating Instructions decal
(Item 4) [Figure 3].
See pages 3-5 through 3-14 for detailed instructions on
engaging and releasing attachments.
500101 SW 827000087612A enUS
*827000087612AenUS*
PINCH POINT CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH
Keep hands away.
WARNING
827000087612
WARNING
7267852
827000088153

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