Rotozi P3 User manual

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USER MANUAL

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USER MANUAL
BUCKET ROTATOR
Rotozi
The purpose of this manual is to ensure the product’s proper functioning, durability and safety.
It is vital that you understand the safety and maintenance instructions given in this manual.

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1INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................4
1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................4
1.1.1 LOSSES NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY .....................................................................4
1.1.2 TIGHTENING BOLTS AND ENSURING THEIR TIGHTNESS...................................4
2WARNINGS AND OBSERVATIONS.......................................................................................5
3TECHNICAL DETAILS THAT MUST BE ACCOUNTED FOR WHEN STARTING TO USE
THE DEVICE...........................................................................................................................6
3.1 DIMENSIONS .....................................................................................................................6
3.2 BUCKET ROTATOR INSTALLATION (check the following) .......................................................7
3.3 MOUNTING THE CONNECTOR ON THE ROTOZI ROTATOR. ................................................8
3.4 ATTACHING A TOOL TO THE ROTATOR (buckets, forklift spikes, etc.) .....................................9
3.4.1 Manual locking...........................................................................................................9
3.4.2 Hydraulic locking........................................................................................................9
3.5 REMOVING THE TOOL FROM THE ROTATOR ...................................................................10
3.5.1 Manual locking.........................................................................................................10
3.5.2 Hydraulic locking......................................................................................................10
3.6 REMOVING THE BUCKET ROTATOR CONNECTOR ...........................................................11
3.7 INSTALLATION OF HYDRAULICS ON THE ROTATOR .........................................................12
3.8 INSTALLING THE HYDRAULIC LOCKING ....................................................................13
3.9 CENTRAL LUBRICATION..............................................................................................15
3.10 LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS:...................................................................................15
4USING THE ROTATOR WITH THE MACHINE.....................................................................16
4.1 MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................16
4.2 WARNINGS AROUND THE AREA WHERE THE MACHINE IS USED...........................17
5WARRANTY..........................................................................................................................18

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1INTRODUCTION
This manual concerns the use and maintenance of the Rotozi bucket rotator. What is stated
here applies to all bucket rotators regardless of the excavator make and model. The rotator
user must be familiar with the safety instructions of the excavator and various accessories.
1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This manual must be kept nearby, wherever the machine is used.
Find out any restrictions regarding your machinery (such as its tipping load).
The safety instructions facilitate the safe and correct use of the rotator.
Make sure that the owner and anyone using the machine have understood the safety
instructions after they have read the user manual.
1.1.1 LOSSES NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY
•Incorrect use
• Normal wear and tear
•Modifications without the manufacturer's permission
1.1.2 TIGHTENING BOLTS AND ENSURING THEIR TIGHTNESS
Make sure that the bracket bolts are sufficiently tight after the first 10 hours of use.
Tightening torques:
Rotozi P3 140 Nm
Rotozi P5 330 Nm
Rotozi P10 330 Nm
Check the bolt tightness every day.

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2WARNINGS AND OBSERVATIONS
Do not use the rotator unless you are properly familiar with its use. Ensure
that the rotator is properly mounted on the truck before use.
Using a defective rotator is forbidden!
A bucket rotator is not intended for rocky ground but for levelling and
moving soil.
The installation, use and maintenance of a bucket rotator is strictly forbidden until the user
has read and understood all information provided about the device.
Incorrect installation can be a safety hazard. If you are uncertain about any safety issues,
please contact the equipment dealer.
Remember to check that the tool is properly mounted before starting work.

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3TECHNICAL DETAILS THAT MUST BE ACCOUNTED FOR
WHEN STARTING TO USE THE DEVICE
3.1 DIMENSIONS

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3.2 BUCKET ROTATOR INSTALLATION (check the following)
Check before installing the device:
Superficial condition of the device
Condition of hydraulic hoses
The truck’s tipping load limits, you may have to select a smaller bucket.
Correct hydraulic pressure from the machine
Note!
The truck and bucket rotator must placed on a flat and firm surface.

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Mounting the connector on the rotator.
3.3 MOUNTING THE CONNECTOR ON THE ROTOZI ROTATOR.
1. Lower the bracket parts onto the corresponding surfaces of the bucket rotator
2. Turn the lock cylinder switch of the brackets to the ON position. You will hear a sound
indicating that the lock cylinder is open.
3. If the excavator connector is equipped with mechanical locking, follow the instructions
provided by the connector’s manufacturer.
4. Lower the entire bracket against the bucket rotator connector.
5. Switch the lock cylinder to the OFF position.
6. Check that the connector is secure.
Incorrect installation can be a safety hazard. Read the instructions carefully
before installing the rotator!
If you have any doubts about safety issues, please contact the equipment
supplier or Rotozi.

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Photo ATTACHMENT TO THE
BUCKET
3.4 ATTACHING A TOOL TO THE ROTATOR (buckets, forklift spikes, etc.)
3.4.1 Manual locking
1. Lower the bucket rotator brackets onto the corresponding surfaces of the tool
2. Turn the lock screw of the connector to the OPEN position
3. Lower the bucket rotator bracket/connector against the tool so that you can lock the
wedge in place.
4. Once the rotator is in the bracket/connector, tighten the lock screw and check that the
wedge is securelyin place.
5. Check that the tool is firmly in place by moving the entire rotator and the tools.
3.4.2 Hydraulic locking
1. Lower the bucket rotator brackets onto the corresponding surfaces of the tool
2. Switch the hydraulic lock to the LOCKED position (see section 3.8 Approved locking
methods)
3. Check that the connector is secure.
Remember to check that the tool is closed before you start working with the machine.
The tool must always be attached in such a manner that the force (excavation force) is
applied to the bracket/connector, not the wedge.
Attaching the tool to the rotator. Tool locking screw to the CLOSED position.

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3.5 REMOVING THE TOOL FROM THE ROTATOR
3.5.1 Manual locking
1. Lower the tool onto a flat surface.
2. Open the lock screw and remove by turning the connector to the OPEN position
3. Lift the connector carefully off the machine as shown in the picture.
4. First lift the bracket on the side where the wedge is, after which the device can be
removed.
3.5.2 Hydraulic locking
1. Lower the tool onto a flat surface.
2. Lower the bucket rotator brackets onto the corresponding surfaces of the tool
3. Switch the hydraulic lock to the OPEN position (see section 3.8 Approved locking methods)
4. Lift the connector carefully off the machine as shown in the picture.
5. First lift the bracket on the side where the wedge is, after which the device can be removed.
Tool locking screw to the OPEN position.