Stanley Saber Series Guide

Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Saber Series
Bucket Linkage
Shears (BLS)
Part Number 513108

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY – PATENT INFORMATION
This product is covered by one or more of the following patents.
U.S. PATENT NUMBERS:
5,474,242 7,240,869
5,531,007 7,487,930
5,992,023 7,578,461
7,322,273 7,832,130
8,146,256 8,104,384
EPO Patent Numbers
435,702
737,107
1,682,299
1,789,225
PREFACE
This manual contains information for the safe and proper operation and
maintenance of Bucket Linkage Shears. Read the entire manual before the initial
start-up of the attachment. It is important to know the correct operating procedures
of the attachment and all safety precautions to prevent the possibility of property
damage and personal injury.
The LaBounty attachment has been designed and manufactured with high
quality materials and care in workmanship. The instructions in this manual have
been prepared to ensure that, when followed properly, the attachment will provide
efficient and reliable service. Continuing product development and improvement
may have caused changes in the attachment that are not reflected in this manual.
If a question arises regarding the operation or maintenance of the attachment,
contact a LaBounty dealer for the most current information available.

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1-2
Understand Signal Words ............................................................................................................. 1-2
Safety Summary ........................................................................................................................... 1-3
Attachment Decals....................................................................................................................... 1-5
SECTION 2 ABOUT THE ATTACHMENT
Model Description........................................................................................................................ 2-2
Features........................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Attachment Terms ........................................................................................................................ 2-3
Main Pivot Components............................................................................................................... 2-4
Lower Jaw Components .............................................................................................................. 2-5
Upper Jaw Components .............................................................................................................. 2-5
Mounting Kit Components........................................................................................................... 2-6
BLS Glossary ................................................................................................................................ 2-7
Label Locations ............................................................................................................................ 2-8
SECTION 3 INSTALLATION
Shear Mounting Procedure ...........................................................................................................3-2
Shear Removal ..............................................................................................................................3-4
Shear Storage................................................................................................................................3-4
SECTION 4 OPERATION
Before You Start ............................................................................................................................ 4-2
First Things First ........................................................................................................................... 4-2
Safety Devices You’ll Need ........................................................................................................... 4-2
General Rules for Safe Operation................................................................................................. 4-3
BLS Controls ................................................................................................................................ 4-4
Getting the Feel of the Attachment ............................................................................................. 4-5
Feathering the Controls................................................................................................................ 4-5
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Safety Procedures ....................................................................................................5-2
General Rules for Maintenance......................................................................................................5-2
Periodic Service Schedule ............................................................................................................. 5-3
8-Hour Service Required ............................................................................................................... 5-3
40-Hour Service Required.............................................................................................................. 5-3
Recommended Service Tools for Maintenance..............................................................................5-4
8-Hour Inspection Checklist ...........................................................................................................5-5
40-Hour Inspection Checklist ........................................................................................................ 5-6
BLS Lubrication ..............................................................................................................................5-7
Bolt Torque Guidelines................................................................................................................... 5-8
Metric Capscrew Size Guide ......................................................................................................... 5-8
Dry Bolt Torque Charts................................................................................................................... 5-9
Blade Removal...............................................................................................................................5-10
Guide Blade Shimming and Rotation............................................................................................. 5-11
BLS Cutting Blade Rotation...........................................................................................................5-13
Blade Shimming ............................................................................................................................5-17
Critical Wear Areas ....................................................................................................................... 5-18
General Guidelines for Build Up and Hardsurfacing ......................................................................5-21
Hardsurfacing and Build Up Guidelines.........................................................................................5-22
Upper Shear Jaw Build-up and Hardsurfacing.............................................................................. 5-23
Lower Shear Jaw Build-up and Hardsurfacing...............................................................................5-24
Lower Wear Plates Replacement ................................................................................................ 5-26
TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 6 TROUBLESHOOTING
General Troubleshooting Checklist .................................................................................................6-2
Cutting Performance Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................................6-3
SECTION 7 MAIN PIVOT INSTALLATION
Safety Points................................................................................................................................. 7-2
Isometric Drawing of BLS Assembly............................................................................................ 7-3
Lower Jaw Preparation................................................................................................................. 7-4
Upper Jaw Preparation................................................................................................................. 7-4

Introduction to Safety Section 1 Page 1
BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO SAFETY
Introduction .................................................................................................................................. 1-2
Understand Signal Words ............................................................................................................. 1-2
Safety Summary ........................................................................................................................... 1-3
Attachment Decals....................................................................................................................... 1-5

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BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS
When you see the following symbols and signal
words on your equipment or in this manual, be alert
to the potential for personal injury or equipment
or property damage. Follow recommended
precautions and safe operating practices.
Indicates immediate hazards that WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
Indicates hazards or unsafe practices that CAN
result in severe personal injury or death.
Indicates hazards or unsafe practices that could
result in personal injury.
INTRODUCTION
Your safety and the safety of others is a direct result
of how you operate and maintain your equipment.
Read and understand this manual and other safety
information provided with the base machine and be
sure that you understand all controls and operating
instructions before attempting to operate this
equipment. Failure to follow the safety precautions
can result in personal injury, death or property
damage.
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual
and on your equipment safety signs. Keep safety
signs in good condition; replace missing or
damaged safety signs.
Because LaBounty cannot foresee all hazardous
circumstances, the precautions listed in this manual
and on the equipment are not all-inclusive. If a
procedure, method, tool or part is not specifically
recommended by LaBounty, determine whether it
is safe for you and others, and that the equipment
will not be damaged or made unsafe as a result of
your decision to implement it.
The basic rules are summarized in this section
of the manual. They also appear throughout the
manual along with additional specific rules for safety
and operation.
Indicates notes of importance to a procedure or
part.
NOTICE

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BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
Clear all persons and equipment from the area of
operation and machine movement. NEVER move
loads over people or equipment. When viewing
the operation of the attachment, maintain a safe
distance of at least 75 feet (22.9 meters).
NEVER approach power lines with any part of the
machine. Keep clear at a minimum of 15 feet (5
meters).
Avoid tipping. The attachment will alter the lift
capacities of the base machine. DO NOT overload
the excavator or serious injury could result. Lift
capacities will vary if the base machine is not on
level ground. Carry loads in recommended positions
for maximum stability. Use the recommended
excavator counterweight. Use short slings and lift
the load only as high as necessary.
DO NOT allow riders on the machine.
NEVER remove any pins unless the attachment
is on the ground and blocked up or serious injury
or death could result. Metal chips or debris may
fly when a connecting pin is struck. Use a brass
drift when striking pins and always wear protective
clothing and proper eye protection. Pins may fly
when struck with force to drive them in or out. Keep
people clear when removing or installing pins.
IF THE ATTACHMENT IS NOT FUNCTIONING
PROPERLY,YOU MUST SHUT THE MACHINE
DOWN AND FOLLOW PROPER LOCKOUT, TAG,
AND REPAIR PROCEDURES.
Ensure that the cab is equipped with the proper
safety guards for LaBounty applications. In addition,
it is required that the cab be equipped with an
approved Falling Object Protection Structure
(FOPS) when processing materials. The FOPS must
meet the requirements of SAE standard J1356. A
transparent shatter-resistant shield covering the
front of the cab is also required. Contact your base
machine equipment dealer or manufacturer for
more information on the availability of FOPS. Lack
of proper FOPS may result in injury or death.
DO NOT process or handle material with the
attachment over the operator’s cab.
DO NOT attempt to shear brittle materials such
as axles and railroad rail. Brittle material breaks or
shatters instead of shearing. The material being
processed could become a projectile and cause
injury or death. DO NOT process any material in any
position that may propel it toward operator, other
workers, buildings or equipment.
DO NOT close the attachment on a structure and
reverse the excavator in an attempt to pull down
material.
SAFETY SUMMARY

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BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
NEVER operate equipment without the original
equipment safety guards in place. If the cab glass
is missing or damaged, check with your dealer or
manufacturer for proper replacement.
Under no circumstances should any modifications
be made to LaBounty equipment without factory
authorization.
ALWAYS lower the boom to the ground before
leaving the cab. If it is necessary to work on an
attachment off the ground, securely support the
machine and attachment. DO NOT support the
machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles, or props that
may crumble under continuous load. DO NOT rely
on a cylinder to hold the attachment in the air. DO
NOT work under a machine that is supported only
by a jack.
DO NOT let hot hydraulic oil get in contact with the
skin as it could cause severe burns. Wear adequate
protective clothing and safety equipment. DO NOT
tamper with any hydraulic line or component while
it is pressurized. Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin, causing serious injury. Relieve
pressure before unhooking hydraulic or other lines.
Tighten all connections before applying pressure.
Keep hands and body away from pinholes and
nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure. Use
a piece of cardboard to search for leaks. If ANY fluid
is injected into the skin, seek immediate medical
assistance.
DO NOT weld on any structural member
unless specifically authorized by LaBounty. Any
unauthorized welding or welding procedures will
void the warranty, and may result in personal injury.
ALWAYS wear close-fitting clothing and safety
equipment appropriate to the job. Safety equipment
should be worn at all times when viewing,
operating, or maintaining the attachment to prevent
injury. Safety equipment includes eye protection,
hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and hearing
protection.
Keep clear of all potential pinch points, including
the moving upper jaw, cylinder connections, bucket
linkages or other moving parts.
Before operating the attachment, read and
observe all safety instructions in the Operation
and Maintenance sections of this manual. If you
are unfamiliar with any operation or maintenance
procedure, seek instruction before proceeding.
SAFETY SUMMARY continued

Introduction to Safety Section 1 Page 5
BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
STANLEY LABOUNTY BRAND DECALS
(REPLACEMENT DECALS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
FIGURE 1-1
SAFETY FIRST DECAL PART NUMBER 503590
(INCLUDEDWITH MANUALS)
FIGURE 1-2
ATTACHMENT DECALS

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MODEL/SERIAL NUMBER PLATE
PART NUMBER 511045
FIGURE 1-6
PATENT PLATE
PART NUMBER 116404
FIGURE 1-7
GREASE DECAL
PART NUMBER 116338
FIGURE 1-3
SAFETY DECAL
PART NUMBER 503647
FIGURE 1-5
SAFEVIEWING DISTANCE DECAL
PART NUMBER 116389
FIGURE 1-4
1538 Highway 2
Two Harbors, MN 55616
tel: [phone]
fax: [phone]
www.stanleyhydraulic.com
Made in the U.S.A. with Global Materials
Attachment Model:
Serial Number:
Year of Manufacture:
Weight:
ATTACHMENT DECALS continued
U.S. PATENT NUMBERS EPO PATENT NUMBERS
5,474,242 7,240,869 435,702
5,531,007 7,487,930 737,107
5,992,023 7,578,461 1,682,299
7,322,273 7,832,130 1,789,225
8,146,256 8,104,384
STANLEY LABOUNTY
1538 Highway 2 1-800-522-5059
Two Harbors, MN 55616 www.stanleyhydraulic.com
FOREIGN PATENTS AND OTHER PATENTS PENDING
116404

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
About the Attachment Section 2 Page 1
Model Description ..................................................................................................................... 2-2
Features..................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Attachment Terms ..................................................................................................................... 2-3
Main Pivot Components ............................................................................................................ 2-4
Lower Jaw Components............................................................................................................ 2-5
Upper Jaw Components............................................................................................................ 2-5
Mounting Kit Components ........................................................................................................ 2-6
BLS Glossary ............................................................................................................................. 2-7
Label Locations.......................................................................................................................... 2-8
SECTION 2 ABOUT THE ATTACHMENT

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
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FEATURES
•Combines maximum cut-
ting strength and reach
with minimal weight
•Constructed of high
tensile, abrasion-resistant
steel for long life
•Replaceable wear parts for
easy maintenance
•Four-way indexable blades
•Installs in as little as two
hours
•At-factory upgrading and
rebuilding services avail-
able for extended life
MODEL DESCRIPTION
The BLS Bucket Linkage Shears are designed to mount directly to
the excavator stick, in place of the bucket. The shear is pinned to the
stick tip and bucket linkage and is opened and closed by activating the
excavator bucket circuit. The lower shear stick pins to a mounting pad
which is welded to the bottom of the excavator stick (the same type
of pad used with LaBounty Grapples and Concrete Pulverizers). Mod-
els are available for base machines from 40,000 to 100,000 pounds
(18,000 to 45,000 kg).
The BLS series is designed to be used as a simple shear to process
lighter gauge scrap than a comparable MSD series shear. It is ideal
for processing rebar, angle, “I” beams, pipe, and other ferrous and
non-ferrous scrap. Applications for this tool include auto salvage yards,
scrap yards, and light demolition work.
The BLS series features four equal-sized, four-way indexable cutting
blades. This means that the blades can be rotated to use all four edges.
The single guide blade in the lower jaw and the wear plate on the up-
per shear keep the jaw in alignment during the cutting process.
BLS shears are constructed of high tensile, abrasion-resistant steel
that assures long, uninterrupted service – even in the harshest condi-
tions. The main pivot shaft of every model is manufactured for long life
and pivots on LaBounty’s specially designed bearings. The lever arm
of the upper shear is designed to maximize the cutting force for the
excavator on which it is mounted.
FIGURE 2-1

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
About the Attachment Section 2 Page 3
ATTACHMENT TERMS
LOWER SHEAR
CUTTING BLADES
CROSS BLADE
MAIN PIVOT
STICK CONNECTION
POSITION ARM
MOUNTING PAD
EXCAVATOR STICK
EXCAVATOR BUCKET
CYLINDER
EXCAVATOR GUIDE LINK
EXCAVATOR POWER LINK
LINKAGE CONNECTION
UPPER SHEAR
SABER TIP BLADE
GUIDE BLADE
FIGURE 2-2

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
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RH MAIN PIVOT ENDCAP
MAIN PIVOT COMPONENTS
MAIN PIVOT SHIMS
DOWEL
DOWEL
LH MAIN BEARING
LH MAIN PIVOT
ENDCAP
MAIN PIVOT SHIMS
MAIN PIVOT SHIMS
INNER THRUSTWASHER
RH MAIN BEARING
ENDCAP BOLTS
ANDWASHERS
UPPER JAW COMPONENTS
SABER TIP
BLADE
DOWEL BLADE BOLTS
AND
WASHERS
BLADE BOLTS
ANDWASHERS
DOWEL
UPPER CUTTING
BLADES
UPPER SHEAR JAW
FIGURE 2-3
FIGURE 2-4

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
About the Attachment Section 2 Page 5
BLADE BOLTS
ANDWASHERS
LOWER JAW COMPONENTS
LOWER SHEAR
JAW- SHEAR STICK
LOWER CUTTING
BLADE SHIMS LOWER CUTTING BLADE
ADJUSTMENT PLATES
LOWER CUTTING BLADES
BLADE BOLTS
ANDWASHERS
GUIDE BLADE
SHIMS
GUIDE BLADE
CROSS BLADE
DOWELS
CROSS BLADE
MOUNTING COMPONENTS
MOUNTING PAD
LOWER POSITION
ARM PIN RETAINER
& HARDWARE
LOWER POSITION
ARM PIN
SLEEVE
UPPER POSITION ARM
PIN RETAINER CLIP
UPPER POSITION
ARM PIN
UPPER POSITION ARM
PIN RETAINER CLIP
FIGURE 2-5
FIGURE 2-6

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
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MOUNTING KIT COMPONENTS
STICK
CONNECTION
SLEEVE
STICK
CONNECTION
PIN
STICK
CONNECTION
SPACERS
LINKAGE
CONNECTION
PIN
LINKAGE
CONNECTION
SLEEVE
LINKAGE
CONNECTION
SPACERS*
* IDENTIFIES OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
ACTUAL COMPONENTS MAYVARY BY EXCAVATOR MODEL.
LINKAGE
CONNECTION
SLEEVE*
LINKAGE PIN
RETAINER &
HARDWARE
STICK PIN
RETAINER &
HARDWARE
STICK
CONNECTION
SLEEVE*
FIGURE 2-7

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
About the Attachment Section 2 Page 7
ATTACHMENT GLOSSARY
Adjustment Custom-made plates that precisely adjust the lower cutting blades to the upper blades. These
Plates plates make it possible to achieve a uniform blade gap on the shear.
Apex The point where the primary and secondary cutting blades come together.
Blade Gap The gap between the upper and lower cutting blades as the blades bypass. A very important
item that must be maintained regularly to prevent material from jamming in the blades.
Blade Shims Thin metal shims used to adjust the position of the lower cutting blades to maintain a proper
blade gap. Blades should never be shimmed out farther than 0.13" (3.3 mm).
Build Up Welding process where worn off parent material is replaced with new metal. A very important
maintenance procedure that must be performed regularly throughout the life of the shear.
Cutting The blades in the upper and lower shear jaws that shear materials as they bypass. The primary
Blades blades are those in the upper and lower jaws that are nearest to the shear throat. The
secondary blades are those that are farthest from the shear throat.
End Cap Protects and adjusts the main pivot group of the shear. The end cap is a vital component to the
adjustment of the main pivot group and must not be removed without first consulting the
LaBounty Customer Service Department.
Front Wear A replaceable wear plate that is located on the opposite side of the upper shear weldment of
Plate the cutting blades. It wears on the guide blade during shearing. this is a very important
maintenance item; it must be replaced when worn.
Grain of The direction that the parent material was initially rolled at the steel mill. It is very important
Materials when hardsurfacing any part of the shear to weld with the grain of the steel. Cross-grained
hardsurfacing has the tendency to start cracks in the base material.
Guide Blade A replaceable component located opposite the cutting blades in the lower shear. The main
purpose of the guide blade is to support the upper shear during the cutting cycle. This is a very
important maintenance item.
Guide Blade Thin metal shims used to adjust the guide blade out to maintain the proper guide blade gap.
Shims Shims come in a designated set that determines when the guide blade will be indexed or
replaced.
Guide Blade The gap between the front wear plate and the guide blade as the upper shear is cycled into the
Gap lower. This is an important maintenance item to ensure longevity of the shear’s structure.
Hardsurface Welding process for protecting the parent material of the shear jaws. The hardsurface acts as a
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Hub Shims Thin metal, circular shims used in the main pivot group of LaBounty shears. Hub shims provide
factory adjustment of the upper shear for close blade tolerance.
Link The mounting connection where the upper shear is pinned to the bucket linkage of the
Connection excavator. A pin is provided with the shear to make this connection.
Lower The frontal area of the lower shear through which the upper piercing tip passes. This area
Piercing Area contains the guide blade and the cross blade.
Lower Shear The lower stationary jaw of the shear. The lower shear contains the lower cutting blades, the
guide blade, and the cross blade.
Main Hardened bushings that the main shaft of the shear rotates on during operation. There are two
Bearing main bearings, bolted in on both sides of the main pivot group.
Main Pivot High tolerance area of the shear that contains the two main bearings, two thrust washers, main
Group shaft, hub shims, and two end caps.
Main Shaft The shaft on which the upper shear pivots causing the shearing action of the attachment.
Nose Plate Plate located at the front of the lower shear jaw that ties the two halves of the lower shear
together. This plate requires regular build-up and hardsurface.
Piercing Tip Replaceable wear part that is welded into the tip of the upper shear.
Stick The main body of the shear that includes the lower shear. The stick fastens to the mounting
pad on the excavator stick and must be regularly inspected for damage.
Stick The mounting connection where the lower shear and stick are pinned to the end of the
Connection excavator stick. A pin is provided with the shear to make this connection.
Throat Area of both the upper and lower jaw near the main pivot where the primary blades are located.
The throat area is the optimum area for shearing material. The shear is most powerful on the
primary blades nearest the pivot point.
Upper Shear Movable jaw of the shear that contains cutting blades, the piercing tip, and the wear area for
the slide pucks. The shear cylinder articulates the upper shear into the lower shear to perform
the cutting action of the shear.
ATTACHMENT GLOSSARY continued

BUCKET LINKAGE SHEARS
About the Attachment Section 2 Page 9
LABEL LOCATIONS
Be sure that all safety decals are installed and visible. If you require any replacement decals, please contact your
Stanley LaBounty dealer or the Stanley LaBounty Customer Service Department. Complete label installation kits
with dimensional location drawings are available upon request.
ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
1503706 Danger 75’ Decal- one on each side of stick
2BY MODEL Model Decal- one of each side of stick
3510894 Stanley LaBounty 6” Decal- one on each side of stick
4116388 Grease decal- one at each grease fitting
5503647 DANGER Cab Guarding- one on each side of stick
6116404 Patent Plate- one on top of stick near position arm connection
7511045 Model/Serial Number Plate- one on top of stick near position
arm connection
8501593 Weld-on “L” logo- one on each side of stick
FIGURE 2-8
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3
5
762
4
4
4
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