Palms MDT5N25 User manual

Palmse Mehaanikakoda, Võsupere küla, Vihula vald, Lääne-Virumaa 45202, Estonia
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USER MANUAL
FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................... 2
2. SAFETY.................................................................................................................... 3
3. BASIC COMPONENTS ............................................................................................ 5
4. ACCESSORY ........................................................................................................... 6
5. TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................. 7
6. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ............................................................................................. 9
7. ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING................................................................................. 9
8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................... 11
9. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................. 12
10. MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 13
11. SPARE PARTS ...................................................................................................... 14
12. WARRANTY........................................................................................................... 18

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 2
1. INTRODUCTION
This manual gives you detailed overview about forest trailer Palms 101. Read the manual
carefully before you start using this machine. The manual contains essential directions for
efficient and safe use of forest trailer. These instructions should always be followed.
This forest trailer is constructed to transport raw wood material from forest as well for
transportation of treated wood. Forest trailer is build for use with agricultural tractors. It
has an unified connection junction for mounting Palms forest cranes. This machine meets
all technical standards and safety regulations of valid EU Machinery Directive and its
amendments. Forest trailer is fitted out with CE marking.
User of forest trailer is obliged to be aware of and strictly follow all safety precautions and
instructions described in this manual. In addition to this, instructions of local occupational
safety authorities, as well national laws, regulations and highway codes, must be
followed. Using the machine for other tasks, than those for which it is intended or
exceeding its performance, is not allowed. The manufacturer/dealer is not respon-sible
for damage caused by misuse of the forest trailer.
Pay attention to regular maintenance. In case there will occur problems during use of
forest trailer, which are not covered in this manual, contact authorized dealer or
manufacturer.

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 3
2. SAFETY
2.1 General
Read the manual carefully before you start using forest trailer. Use forest trailer only for
purposes, what it is made for. Driver must have proper valid licence to drive tractor in
connection with trailer and has sufficient training for that. Notice, avoid and prevent all
potentially hazardous situations.
IT IS STRONGLY FORBIDDEN:
•to use forest trailer in state of intoxication by alcohol, drugs or other
psychoactive substances
•to exceed maximum loading values
•to use forest trailer for transporting people
•to rebuild forest trailer
•to use repairing materials without the producer’s permission
BEFORE YOU START LOADING, MAKE SURE THAT:
•forest trailer is fully in working condition
•you have full visibility over all the working area
•forest trailer is placed on even ground
•parking brake is engaged
2.2 Safety distances
General safety distance for working with forest trailer is 20 metres!
Follow special safety distance when working close to live electrical conductors:
Rated voltage, kV Safety area, m
Up to 0,5 2
Up to 20 10
35 – 110 25
220 – 330 40
Table 1. Safety area

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 4
2.3 Hydraulic system
•Hydraulic system must be serviced by qualified and experienced hydraulics
mechanic only
•Continually inspect the condition of hydraulic system. Repair all safety en-
dangering defects immediately
•Before starting repair work or maintenance make sure, there is no pressure
in hydraulic system
•Use safety goggles and gloves during repair work and maintenance
•Use original spare parts or parts recommended by the manufacturer
•Prevent oil dripping to the ground to avoid environment pollution
•In ecologically sensitive areas use bio-oil
2.4 Operation
•Ensure, that forest trailer is in good working condition
•Operating with damaged or defective machine is prohibited
•Ensure, that you have control over all the working area
•Prevent entering unauthorized persons to the working area
•Support legs must be used while forest trailer is being loaded
•Be sure not to endanger anyone while lowering the support legs
•Use parking brake while loading
•Do not load over the upper edge of safety screen
•Loading short logs be shure they are supported at least with two pairs of
bolsters
•Follow strictly load limits stated by the manufacturer for certain trailer
•Pull the support legs up before moving forest trailer
•Release parking brake
•Pay extra attention driving with unlocked drawbar
•Prevent any hoses between trailer and tractor to be squashed on sharp turns
•For driving on roads lock drawbar in straight position with locking shaft
•Make shure signal lights are unfolded and working for driving on public roads
•Follow traffic regulations
•Max speed by manufacturer for certain forest trailer is 40 km/h
•Manufacturer is not responsible for damage or loss, caused by misuse or
incorrect, careless and inappropriate use of the machine

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 5
3. BASIC COMPONENTS
Figure 1. Basic components of Palms 101 forest trailer
1. Drawbar 2. Chassis 3. Safety screen
4. Bolsters 5. Boggie 6. Wheels, standard 11,5/80-11,3
1
3
2
6
5
4

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 6
4. ACCESSORY
4.1 Brakes
Figure 2. Brakes on on axle Figure 3. Brakes on two axles
4.2 Frame extension and signal lights
Figure 4. Frame extension Figure 5. Signal lights

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 7
5. TECHNICAL DATA
5.1 Technical data of Palms 101 forest trailer
Load capacity ≤40 km/h 11 000 kg
Axles 70x70-6
Chassis 200x200x8
Loading area 2,3 m2
Length of loading area, mm 3700
Total length, mm 5960
Clearance
Brakes
Width with standard wheels, mm 2180
Standard wheels 400/60-15,5
Drawbar cylinders 2
Drawbar turning angle to sides, ° ±40
Net weight, kg 1200
Max torque of installed crane, kNm ≤52
Table 2. Forest trailer Palms 101 technical data
Manufacturer reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 8
5.2 Dimensions
Figure 6. Dimentions of Palms 101 forest trailer

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 9
6. HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
6.1 Connection
Connect trailer’s hydraulic hoses to one of sections of tractor’s control valve. Be sure all
connections are properly locked. Unlock drawbar by removing locking shaft. Using lever
of control valve section, where you connected forest trailer’s hydraulic hoses, work
carefully thru extreme positions of drawbar to both sides until turning cylinders are
working smoothly.
6.2 Basic components
Figure 7. Turning cylinders.
Pos Pcs Part Pos Pcs Part
1 2 Drawbar turning cylinder 5 2 1/2 quick coupling
2 2 Hydraulic hose 3/8 - 3/8 135 L - 300 6 4 3/8 L-nipple
3 2 Hydraulic hose 3/8 - 3/8 135 L - 550 7 2 3/8 T-nipple
4 2 Hydraulic hose 3/8 - 1/2 TR L - 2600 8 4 Lubrication nipple M6 DIN 71412
Table 3. Basic hydraulic components of Palms 101 forest trailer

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 10
7. ASSEMBLY AND MOUNTING
Read these instructions before starting any assembly or mounting work. Improper
mounting can cause hazards during use of the forest crane. Mounting, carried out in a
manner other than specified in this manual, can expose the user to danger and will void
the manufacturer’s warranty.
7.1 Mounting forest crane to Palms trailer
Mounting of forest crane should be performed at the dealer service center or by person
authorized by the manufacturer or dealer. Mounting/detaching the crane can also be
made by end user, if professional equipment is used, all safety regulations are followed
and at least one qualified mechanic is in present during all the mounting/detaching
process.
Strength class for mounting bolts of support legs - trailer (pos. 1, fig. 5) has to be 12.9
(DIN912). Use self-locking nuts M24. Tightening torque for the mounting bolts is 1220
Nm.
Retighten bolts after test run and after first 8 hours of use! Check after 40
working hours, tighten if needed. Later on do visual check.
Figure 7. Connection junction on A- support legs
1

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 11
8. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
8.1 Connecting forest trailer to tractor
Before you hook up trailer with tractor ensure, that:
•tractor is enough powerful for this trailer
•tractor’s hitch is in perfect working condition
•trailer is on even ground and fixed with wheel chocks
•trailer is in perfect working condition
•all hydraulic hoses on trailer are proparly connected
Before you start transport forest trailer ensure, that:
•forest trailer is hooked up and locked to tractor properly
•hydraulic hoses between trailer and tractor are connected properly
•trailer’s brakes are released
•wheel chocks have been removed
•there is right air pressure in trailer’s tyres
•drawbar is locked in straight position while driving on roads
•signal lights cable is connected to the tractor and lights are working properly
Adjust speed according to the road and weather conditions. Do not exceed
the speed limit! Driving with the load be especially careful on turns!

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 12
9. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Always switch the pump off before disconnecting hydraulic hoses from
tractor’s hydraulic system!
•Clean forest trailer and if necessary, touch up any points, where paint has peeled off
•Lubricate forest trailer thoroughly (see lubricating instructions)
•Release pressure from the cylinders
•Protect draw bar turning cylinder’s piston rods with grease
•Store forest trailer in a sheltered area(under the roof), avoid direct contact with ground

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 13
10. MAINTENANCE
10.1 Lubrication
Using the appropriate lubricants like Beacon EP2, Multipurpose GR Moly, Mobilux EP2,
Mobil Grease MP Special, Energrease LS-EP2 or similar. Right lubricants guarantee the
troublefree operation of the machine.
Figure 8. Lubrication points of Palms 101 forest trailer
Lubrication point Pcs Lubricant Interval,
working hour Additional information
1. Drawbar eyelet, A 1 Grease 8 2% molybdensulfide
2. Shaft of the drawbar, B 1 Grease 8
3. Turning cylinder eyelet, C 4 Grease 8
4. Rollerbearings of wheels, D 4 Grease Once a year
5. Shaft of the boggie, E 2 Grease 8
Table 3. Lubrication
A
B
E
D
C
D
E
C

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 14
11. SPARE PARTS
11.1 Basic parts
Figure 9. Spare parts of Palms 101 forest trailer

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 15
Pos Qty Part №Part name
1 1 1101000101 Palms 101 frame
2 1 1112000201 Palms 101 drawbar
3 1 1101000301 Palms 101 front safety barrier
4 1 1101000401 Palms 101 boggie bunk
5 2 1101000501 Palms 101 boggie
6 1 1101000601 Palms 101 bunk
7 4 2101000701 Palms 101 clamp
8 4 2112001101 Palms 101 post
9 1 2112001001 Parking leg
10 1 2112000801 Drawbar locking pin
11 1 2112000601 Palms 101 drawbar pin
12 2 2112000501 Palms 101 boggie pin
13 2 3703202030 Drawbar turning cylinder
14 4 2112001201 Cylinder pin
15 1 2112001301 Parking leg locking pin
16 4 * Wheel
17 6 5800606065 Bearing bush 60-65X60 WB800
18 7 7933160600 Screw M16 x 60 DIN 931
19 8 7933202200 Screw M20 x 220 DIN 931
20 7 7985160000 Nut M16 DIN 985
21 8 7985200000 Nut M20 DIN 985
22 1 7985360000 Nut M36 DIN 985
23 24 7000018015 Wheel nut M18 x 1,5
24 7 7125160000 Washer 16 DIN 125
25 12 7125200000 Washer 20 DIN 125
26 1 7125360000 Washer 36 DIN 125
27 1 7110244075 Cotter pin 4 x 75 DIN 11024
28 4 7148110050 Pin 10 x 50 DIN 1481
29 3 7714120600 Grease nipple M6 DIN 71412
Table 4. Spare parts list of Palms 101 forest trailer

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 16
11.2 Hydraulic brakes on one(front) axle
Figure 10. Hydraulic brakes on front axle
Pos Qty Part №Part name
1 1 11220101 Boggie
2 1 11220201 Boggie
3 1 11220301 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 L -
4 2 11220401 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 90 L -
5 1 11220501 1/4 T-union
6 1 11220601 1/2 - 1/4 nipple
7 1 11220701 1/2 usit-seal
8 1 11220801 1/2 quickcoupling
9 2 11220901 1/4 double nipple
10 2 11221001 1/4 usit-seal
11 1 11221101 1/2 cover
Table 5. Spare parts list of hydraulic brakes on one axle

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 17
11.3 Hydraulic brakes on two(front and rear) axles
Figure 11. Hydraulic brakes on both axles
Pos Qty Part №Part name
1 1 11230101 Boggie
2 1 11230201 Boggie
3 1 11230301 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 L -
4 2 11230401 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 90 L -
5 2 11230501 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 90 L -
6 2 11230601 hydraulic hose 1/4 - 1/4 90 L -
7 1 11230701 1/4 T-union
8 1 11230801 1/2 - 1/4 nipple
9 2 11230901 1/4 double nipple
10 1 11231001 1/2 quickcoupling
11 1 11231101 1/2 cover
12 1 11231201 1/2 usit-seal
13 2 11231301 1/4 usit-seal
Table 6. Spare parts list of hydraulic brakes on both axles

FOREST TRAILER PALMS 101
Ver 1.00 EN © 2010 Palmse MK 18
12. WARRANTY
Product warranty is valid for one year starting from the date of delivery or issuing an
invoice. Product warranty is valid only if:
•all instructions in this manual were followed
•during the maintenance original spare parts were used
•maintenance work was performed by the qualified specialist
•forest trailer was not overloaded
•proper pressure was used in the hydraulic system
Product warranty is NOT VALID in case of user’s incompetence and/or irrespective
handling of the equipment. Warranty does not cover transportation cost or loss of profit
due to normal abrasion or product failure.
Producer:
Palmse Mehaanikakoda LLC
Võsupere
Lääne-Virumaa
45 202 Estonia
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
[email protected]
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