Talet Equipment Postmaster 87 Series User manual

Parts & Operators Manual
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To The Owner
General Comments
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Talet Postmaster. Your unit was carefully designed and
manufactured to give you many years of dependable service. Your Postmaster will require some minor
maintenance to keep it in top working condition. Be sure to observe all maintenance procedures and safety
precautions in this manual and the safety decals located on the unit itself and on any equipment to which it
is mounted.
About This Manual
Read this manual before using your Postmaster. This manual has been designed to help you do a better
and safer job. Read this manual carefully and become familiar with the operating procedures before
attempting to operate. Remember, never let anyone operate this unit without them having read and
completely understanding the “Safety Precautions” and “Operating Instructions” section of the manual, or
having them be fully trained by an experienced, qualified person who has read and completely understands
the “Safety Precautions” and “Operating Instructions”.
Service
When servicing your Postmaster remember to use only original manufacturer replacement parts. Substitute
parts may not meet the standards required for safe, dependable operation.
To facilitate parts ordering, record the model and serial number in the space provided on the page. This
information may be obtained from the identification plate located on the right side of the unit by the quick
attach mounting plate.
Model___________________Serial No._____________________
Our parts department needs this information to insure that you receive the correct parts for your specific
model.
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Safety Precautions
Safety Alert Symbol
This is the “Safety Alert Symbol” used by this industry. This symbol is used to warn of
possible injury. Be sure to read all warnings carefully. They are included for your safety and
for the safety of others working around you.
Signal Words
Note the use of signal words Danger, Warning, and Caution with the safety messages. The appropriate
signal word for reach has been selected using the following guidelines:
● DANGER: Indicates an immediate hazardous situation in which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations; typically for machine
components which, for functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
● WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation in which, if not avoided, can result in death or
serious injury and indicated hazards that exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
● CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
Safety Rules
To ensure skid steer stability, and to prevent tipping, always observe the following safety rules:
● Keep clear of unit while in operation.
● Before operating the skid steer, read the operating and safety instructions provided by the
manufacturer. Observe all warnings and cautions; particularly those which describe the use of seat
belts and other operator restraints and those which describe the proper way of carrying loads as
close to the ground as possible.
● Never operate the Postmaster when people are standing by the unit and could be injured.
● Do not obstruct your vision when traveling or working. Carry the Postmaster low for maximum stability
and visibility when traveling.
● Operate at speeds slow enough so that you have complete control at all times. Travel slowly over
rough or slippery ground and on hillsides.
● Avoid steep slopes or unstable surfaces. If you must drive on a slope, keep the load low and proceed
with extreme caution. Do not drive across a steep slope under any circumstances. Drive straight up
and down the slope.
● Avoid turning on an incline, if at all possible. If it is necessary, use extreme caution and make the turn
wide and slow with the Postmaster carried low.
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If you can't see where you are going then stop.
Skid-steer Loader Safety
1. Read the entire skid-steer loader operators manual before ever attempting to use the skid steer
loader. This knowledge is necessary for safe operation.
2. Follow all safety decals on the skid-steer loader. Keep them clean and replace them if they become
worn and hard to read.
3. Know the limitation of your equipment. Do not use equipment for anything other than what it was
originally designed for.
4. Pay attention to the job at hand. Do not let your mind lose concentration on what you are doing.
5. Use your seat belt and R.O.P.S. (Roll Over Protective Structure) when operating the skid-steer
loader. Keep belt and R.O.P.S. in good repair. Do not modify R.O.P.S. or seat belt. Do not remove
R.O.P.S. or seat belt. Overturning the skid-steer loader without proper R.O.P.S. and seat belt can
result in death.
6. Fasten your seatbelt before and during skid steer loader operation. Remain seated at all times.
7. Do not take passengers on the skid steer loader or attachment. There is no safe place for a
passenger.
8. Use hand hold when getting on and off the skid-steer loader. Failure to do so could cause a fall.
9. Inspect the skid steer loader before you try to operate the unit. Check for needed maintenance or
repairs and have them done before using the equipment.
10.Never leave the skid steer loader running unattended. Always lower lift arms, set parking brake, turn
off engine, and remove key.
11.Wear appropriate clothing such as safety glasses, ear plugs, etc. Do not wear loose fitting clothing; it
may catch on the equipment. Always wear a hardhat when operating the skid-steer loader to prevent
head injury.
12.When driving on public roads use safety light, reflectors, slow moving vehicle sign, etc., to prevent
accidents. Check with local governments for regulations that may affect you.
13.Turn off the skid-steer loader before performing maintenance. If the lift arms must be left raised for
any reason, use a positive lift arm lock to secure arms in place. Serious damage or personal injury
could result from lift arms accidentally lowering.
14.Reduce speed when driving on rough terrain, slopes, or turning, to avoid overturning the skid-steer
loader.
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15.Do not smoke when refueling the skid-steer loader. Allow room in the gas tank for expansion. Wipe
up any spilled liquid. Secure cap tightly when done.
Escaping fluid under pressure can have efficient force to penetrate the skin causing serious
personal injury. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use a piece of
cardboard or wood, rather than your hands, to search for suspected leaks.
Keep unprotected body parts, such as face, eyes, and arms, as far away as possible from a suspected leak.
Flesh injected with hydraulic fluid may develop gangrene or other permanent disabilities. If injured by
injected fluid, see a doctor at once. If you doctor is not familiar with this type of injury, ask him to research
immediately to determine proper treatment.
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Pre-Operation
General Information
The purpose of this manual is to assist in setting up, operating and maintaining your Postmaster. Parts lists
and diagrams along with optional equipment available are located on page of this manual. The illustrations
and data used in this manual are current at the time of printing, however, we reserve the right to redesign
and change the Postmaster as may be necessary without notification.
Preparing the Vehicle
Your skid-steer must be equipped with a universal quick-tach hitch and auxiliary hydraulics. Read your
skid-steer loader operators manual and know the limitations of your skid steer loader. It may require a
counter-weight kit to ensure that the weight of the Postmaster does not exceed the rated capacity of your
loader. Contact your local dealer if you are mounting the Postmaster to a different skid-steer than what it
was originally purchased for and are not sure if a counterweight is required.
Never let anyone operate the skid-steer loader and attachment without understanding all of
the “Safety Precautions” and “Operating Instructions” sections of this manual. Always
choose hard, level ground to park the skid steer loader on and set the parking brake so that
the unit cannot roll.
Additional Weight
Adding additional weight (up to 700 lbs. total hammer weight) is recommended on both the Postmaster,
except when using the T-Post adapter. There are various options available for adding weight, for example;
logging chain, metal punch slugs, lead tire weights, etc. Do not use concrete or sand.
Operating the hammer empty can result in vibration causing damage to the hammer and
frame. A minimum of 50 lbs. of additional weight is required before operation.
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Options
Post Collars
The basic Postmaster is shipped complete with a 6” round post head assembly. Refer to the table below for
optional post head collars:
Option
Part #
3.5” Post Head Collar (Square)
88812
6” Post Head Collar (Round)
88813
8” Post Head Collar (Round)
88814
4” x 6” H-Beam Post Head Collar (Square)
88815
8” Post Head Collar (Square)
88816
6” Post Head Collar (Square)
88819
6” x 8” Post Head Collar (Square)
89147
“T” Post Adapter*
87122
* Requires Part #88813
Post Grapple (One Man Operation)
Allows the skid steer operator to pick up fence posts from the ground, set them up, and pound with no extra
hydraulics and is all controlled from the cab of the skid-steer loader.
Tilt
Allows the Postmaster to hydraulically tilt left or right up to 19 degrees.
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Postmaster Assembly
88/87 Series Postmaster
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Postmaster Assembly
88/87 Series Postmaster
No.
Req'd
Part No.
Description
1
2
1841
.50” UNC Lock Nut
2
1
90295
Top Cover (Included in 88809)
3
1
88809
Postmaster Hammer
4
1
88801
Postmaster Frame - 8000 Model
1
90486
Postmaster Frame with Tilt - 8000 Model
1
88802
Postmaster Frame - 9000 Model
1
90487
Postmaster Frame with Tilt - 9000 Model
5
1
87592
1" Safety Catch Pin
6
1
87582
Hair Pin 3/16" x 3 3/4"
7
1
30036
Leveler
8
1
30037
Leveler Guide
9
2
30038
.25" x 1.00" Self Drilling Screw
10
1
87596
Back Cover - 8000 & 9000 Models
1
89143
Back Cover - 9000 Models Only
11
6
1004
.25” UNC x 1.25” Hex Capscrew - 8000 Models
10
1004
.25” UNC x 1.25” Hex Capscrew - 9000 Models
6
87553
Rubber Retainer - 8000 Models
10
87553
Rubber Retainer - 9000 Models
6
90296
.25” Fender Washer - 8000 Models
10
90296
.25” Fender Washer - 9000 Models
6
90149
.25” UNC K-Nut - 8000 Models
10
90149
.25” UNC K-Nut - 9000 Models
12
2
87597
Rubber Cushion
2
1047
.38” UNC x 2.00” Hex Capscrew
2
1514
.38” Flat Washer
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Postmaster Assembly
88/87 Series Postmaster
No.
Req'd
Part No.
Description
2
1536
.38” UNC Nylock Nut
13
4
87593
M8 x 1.25mm U-Nut - 8000 Model
6
87593
M8 x 1.25mm U-Nut - 9000 Model
14
8
1228
.50” UNC Hex Nut
4
87563
.50” UNC x 3” All Thread Hex Capscrew
15
1
87594
Front Cover - 8000 Model
1
89142
Front Cover - 9000 Model
16
4
87595
M8 x 25mm Hex Capscrew - 8000 Model
4
1513
.31" Flat Washer - 8000 Model
6
87595
M8 x 25mm Hex Capscrew - 9000 Model
6
1513
.31" Flat Washer - 9000 Model
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