TMG TMG-SLG49 User manual

PRODUCT MANUAL
V2022.07.04
SkidSteer Rotation LogGrapple
MODEL TMG-SLG49
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GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the
Operator’s Manual and all
safety signs before operat-
ing, maintaining, adjusting or
unplugging the Log Grapple.
2. Have a first-aid kit available
for use should the need
arise and know how to use
it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher
available for use should the
need arise and know how to
use it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate protec-
tive gear. This list
includes but is not
limited to:
- A hard hat
- Protective shoes
with slip resistant
soles
- Protective gog-
gles, glasses or
face shield
- Heavy gloves
- Protective clothing
6. Install and secure all guards
before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection
for prolonged exposure to
excessive noise.
8. Place all controls in neutral, stop Skid Steer
engine, set park brake, remove ignition key
and wait for all moving parts to stop before
servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small
children, before starting.
10. Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will be operating or maintain-
ing the Log Grapple.
SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Skid Steer Log Grapple.
YOU must ensure that you and anyone
else who is going to operate, maintain or work
around the Log Grapple be familiar with the op-
erating and maintenance procedures and related
SAFETY information contained in this manual.
This manual will take you step-by-step through
your working day and alerts you to all good safety
practices that should be adhered to while operat-
ing the Log Grapple.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good
safety practices not only protect you but also
the people around you. Make these practices a
working part of your safety program. Be certain
that EVERYONE operating this equipment is
familiar with the recommended operating and
maintenance procedures and follows all the safety
precautions. Most accidents can be prevented.
Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
•Log Grapple owners must give operating
instructions to operators or employees before
allowing them to operate the machine, and at
least annually.
•The most important safety feature on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the opera-
tor’s responsibility to read and understand
ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Most accidents
can be avoided.
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A person who has not read and understood
all operating and safety instructions is not
qualified to operate the machine. An untrained
operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death.
Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
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EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of
the main concerns in designing and developing a
machine. However, every year many accidents
occur which could have been avoided by a few
secondsofthoughtandamorecarefulapproach
to handling equipment. You, the operator, can
avoid many accidents by observing the following
precautions in this section. To avoid personal
injury or death, study the following precautions
and insist those working with you, or for you,
follow them.
2. In order to provide a better view, certain photo-
graphs or illustrations in this manual may show
an assembly with asafety shield removed.
However, equipment should never be operated
in this condition. Keep all shields in place. If
shield removal becomes necessary for repairs,
replace the shield prior to use.
3. Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that
is not readable or is missing. Location of such
safety signs is indicated in this manual.
4. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which
canhinderalertnessorcoordinationwhileoperat-
ing this equipment. Consult your doctor about
operatingthismachinewhiletakingprescription
medications.
5. Under no circumstances should young chil-
dren be allowed to work with this equipment.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble
this unit until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of
the safety precautions and of how it works.
Review the safety instructions with all users
annually.
6. This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation. The op-
erator should be a responsible, properly trained
and physically able person familiar with farm
machinery and trained in this equipment's op-
erations. If the elderly are assisting with work,
their physical limitations need to be recognized
and accommodated.
7. Use aSkid Steer equipped with aRoll Over
Protective Structure (ROPS) and a seat belt.
8. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery.
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in
question - DON'T TRY IT.
9. Do not modify the equipment in any way. Un-
authorized modification result in serious injury
or death and may impair the function and life of
the equipment.
10. In addition to the design and configuration of
this implement, including Safety Signs and
Safety Equipment, hazard control and accident
preventionaredependentupontheawareness,
concern, prudence, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer
also to Safety Messages and operation instruc-
tion in each of the appropriate sections of the
Skid Steer and machine Manuals. Pay close
attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the Skid
Steer and the machine.
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SAFETY TRAINING
1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and
manufacture of our products. Unfortunately,
our efforts to provide safe equipment can
be wiped out by a single careless act of an
operator or bystander.
2. In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident pre-
vention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of this equipment.
3. It has been said, "The best safety feature is
an informed, careful opera-
tor." We ask you to be that
kind of an operator. It is
the operator's responsibil-
ity to read and understand
ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Accidents can be
avoided.
4. Working with unfamiliar equipment can
lead to careless injuries. Read this man-
ual, and the manual for your Skid Steer,
before assembly or operating, to acquaint
yourself with the machines. If this ma-
chine is used by any person other than
yourself, or is loaned or rented, it is the
machine owner's responsibility to make
certain that the operator, prior to operat-
ing:
a. Reads and understands the operator's
manuals.
b. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
5. Know your controls and how to stop Skid
Steer engine and machine quickly in an
emergency. Read this manual and the one
provided with your Skid Steer.
6. Train all new personnel and review instruc-
tions frequently with existing workers. Be
certain only a properly trained and physically
able person will operate the machinery. A
person who has not read and understood all
operating and safety instructions is not quali-
fied to operate the machine. An untrained
operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death. If the elderly
are assisting with farm work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and accom-
modated.
SAFETY SIGNS
1. Keep safety signs clean and legible at all
times.
2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have
become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign
should also display the current sign.
4. Safety signs are available from your author-
ized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or
the factory.
How to Install Safety Signs:
•Be sure that the installation area is clean and
dry.
•Be sure temperature is above 50°F (10°C).
•Determine exact position before you remove
the backing paper
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Remove the smallest portion of the split back-
ing paper.
Align the sign over the specified area and
carefully press the small portion with the ex-
posed sticky backing in place.
Slowly peel back the remaining paper and
carefully smooth the remaining portion of the
sign in place.
Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin
and smoothed out using the piece of sign
backing paper.
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HYDRAULIC SAFETY
1. Make sure that all the components in the hy-
draulic system are kept in good condition and
are clean.
2. Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or
crimped hoses and metal lines.
3. Stop engine or motor, disconnect spark plug
wire or unplug power cord, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjust-
ing, repairing or cleaning.
4. Do not attempt any makeshift repairs to the
hydraulic lines, fittings or hoses by using
tapes, clamps or cements. The hydraulic sys-
tem operates under extremely high-pressure.
Such repairs will fail suddenly and create a
hazardous and unsafe condition.
5. Wear proper hand and
eye protection when
searching for a high-
pressure hydraulic leak.
Use a piece of wood or
cardboard as a backstop
instead of hands to iso-
late and identify a leak.
6. If injured by a concentrated high-pressure
stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical atten-
tion immediately. Serious infection or toxic
reaction can develop from hydraulic fluid
piercing the skin surface.
7. Before applying pressure to the system, make
sure all components are tight and that lines,
hoses and couplings are not damaged.
STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.
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OPERATING SAFETY
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Read Operator's Manual before using.
Place controls in neutral, stop engine,
remove ignition key and wait for all moving
parts to stop before servicing, adjusting,
repairing or maintaining.
Do not allow bystanders within 20 feet (6
m) of machine to prevent injury from rolling
logs.
Wear appropriate safety gear including but
not limited to a hard hat, safety glasses,
hearing protection, safety shoes and heavy
gloves.
Operate only on level ground.
Do not operate on hillside or when work-
ing area is cluttered, wet, muddy or icy to
prevent slipping or tripping.
Do not allow riders.
Keep all hydraulic components in good
repair.
TO THE NEW OPERATOR
OR OWNER
The Skid Steer Log Grapple is designed
To grab, lift or pull any kind of wood or log. Be familiar
with the machine before starting.
In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident pre-
vention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of per-
sonnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance and storage of equipment. It is
the responsibility of the owner or operator to
read this manual and to train all other operators
before they start working with the machine.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator
to read this manual and to train all other opera-
tors before they start working with the machine.
Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is
everyone'sbusiness. By following recommend-
ed procedures, asafe working environment is
provided for the operator, bystanders and the
area around the work site. Untrained operators
are not qualified to operate the machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine are
the result of suggestions made by customers like
you. Read this manual carefully to learn how to oper-
ate the machine safely and how to set it to provide
Maximum field efficiency. By following the operating
Instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance
program, your Skid Steer Log Grapple will provide
many years of trouble-free service.
OPERATION
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Recommended
Skid Steer Horsepower
23-70
EQUIPMENT MATCHING
To insure the safe and reliable operation of the
Log Grapple, it is necessary to use a Skid Steer
with the correct specifications. Use the following
list as a guide in selecting a Skid Steer to use on
the machine.
1.
2.
Horsepower:
Although horsepower is not required to
operate the Log Grapple, it does establish
the total weight for machine stability. Do not
exceed the Log Grapple power specifica-
tions.
Hydraulic System:
The Skid Steer hydraulic system must be
capable of 6gpm (23 lpm) at 2320 psi
(16MPa).
CONTROLS
Always review the "controls" section of the Skid
Steer operator's manual to be familiar with the
location, settings and function of the controls.
Be familiar with the controls before starting.
1. Hydraulic Controls:
The hydraulic systems on the machine are
Controlled with a priority valve system.
Press the left button down and hold to provide
oil to the grapple pivot hydraulic motor.
Release the button and oil will flow to the claw
Hydraulic cylinder.
SKID STEER (typical)
Table 1: Skid Steer HP
SWITCH
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ATTACHING/UNHOOKING SKID STEER
When attaching log grapple to a Skid Steer, follow
this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance
to safely drive up to the log grapple.
3. Drive slowly and align the loader face plate to
the back of the grapple frame.
ALIGNING
Top Lip
4. Tilt the face plate forward and drive into the
frame with the top of the face plate mating into
the upper lip.
Tilting
Engaged
FACE PLATE
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c. Route and secure the hoses along the frame
with clips, tape or plastic ties to prevent bind-
ing and pinching. Be sure to provide slack
for tilting. Connected
HYDRAULICS
5. Engage the loader face plate lock pins.
Hydraulics (Typical)
Mechanical (Typical)
LOCK PINS
6. Connect the hydraulics:
a. Use a clean rag or paper towel to clean the
dirt from the couplers on the hose ends and
on the skid steer.
b. Connect the hoses to the skid steer cou-
plers. Be sure the couplers are securely
seated.
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8. Raise the grapple.
9. Reverse the above procedure when unhooking.
7. Install the Hydraulic Controller in the cab:
a. Clip the plastic ties securing the wiring har-
ness to the mast for shipping if this is the first
time the grapple is mounted.
Ties Cut
b. Secure in the cab in a position convenient
to the operator.
c. Route and secure the hoses along the frame
with clips, tape or plastic ties to prevent bind-
ing and pinching. Be sure to provide slack
for tilting.
Installed
HYDRAULIC CONTROLLER
MOUNTED
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The Log Grapples attach to a Skid Steer
and use the Skid Steer hydraulics to open and
close thegrapple claws. However the operator
has the responsibility of being familiar with all
operating and safety procedures and following
them.
Each operator should review this section of the
manual at the start of the season and as often
as required to be familiar with the machine.
When using, follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially
small children.
FIELD OPERATION
OPERATING SAFETY
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Read Operator's Manual before using.
Place controls in neutral, stop engine,
remove ignition key and wait for all mov-
ing parts to stop before servicing, adjusting,
repairing or maintaining.
Do not allow bystanders within 20 feet (6 m)
of machine to prevent injury from rolling logs.
Extend stabilizers to support frame during
loading and unloading.
Wear appropriate safety gear including but
not limited to a hard hat, safety glasses,
hearing protection, safety shoes and heavy
gloves.
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Operate only on level ground.
Do not operate on hillside or when working
area is cluttered, wet, muddy or icy to pre-
vent slipping or tripping.
Do not allow riders.
Keep all hydraulic components in good re-
pair.
POSITIONING
2. Attach the machine to the Skid Steer.
3. Review the location and function of con-
trols on the Skid Steer.
4. Review the work site and plan the opera-
tion before starting.
5. Drive to the work site and position the
grapple appropriately for the application.
Right Angle
Parallel
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7. Starting:
a. Align the Skid Steer and grapple with the
logs, poles or wood.
b. Back the grapple claws over one end of
the log.
c. Open the grapple claws and lower the
grapple over the log.
8. Stopping: STARTING
Positioning
d. Close the grapple.
Closing
e. Raise the loader and log.
Lifting
Lower the loader to the ground and open the
claws when stopping. Turn engine off.
STOPPING
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9. Log Placement:
The grapple can be used in many ways to
lift or move logs. Some typical uses include
lifting one end and dragging or moving as
desired or moving forward and placing the
log pivot frame over the end of the log to lift
the entire log.
a. Single log.
b. Multiple logs.
MULTIPLE LOGS
End
Under Pivot
End
Under Pivot
SINGLE LOG
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Fulcrum
Positioning
Lifting
LOG FULCRUM
10. Log Fulcrum:
The machine is designed with a ledge on
the frame next to the mounting frame that
can be used as a fulcrum to lift the entire
log or tree.
To utilize the lift feature provided by the
fulcrum, follow this procedure:
a. Fully open the claws.
b. Positiontheloaderinthedownposition
untilthegrappleframeisjustabovethe
ground.
c. Driveforwarduntilthelogorwoodbutts
against the frame.
d. Stop forward motion.
e. Close claws.
f. Slowly raise loader to determine if
the skid steer has sufficient stability
to lift/move the log without tipping for-
ward.
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Grapple Rotation:
The grapple is designed with ahydraulic
motor between the frame and the claw as-
sembly. Use the motor to position the claws at
right angles to the log/tree to allow the claws
To grasp the material. Use the selector switch
And hydraulic control in the cab to turn, rotate
or position the claw assembly as required.
Parallel
GRAPPLE ROTATION
Right Angle
Parallel
Right Angle
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a
b
13. Log Size:
The jaws of the Log Grapple do not open as
large as the inside portion of the claws. Do
not overload the frame. Measure the size of
the log ahead of time to determine if the log
is too large.
a. Jaw width.
b. Claw width. Sizing
Claws Closed
LOG SIZE
14. Stability:
Skid Steer machines are designed with a
short wheel base to allow for a small turning
radius. Ashort wheel base does not provide
for aheavy counterbalance feature when
lifting alarge/long log or tree. Lift slowly
and carefully the first time to determine the
stability of the system. Carry load close to
the ground to keep the machine's center of
gravity as low as possible.
Testing Stabilty
Load Stability
STABILITY
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c. Do not exceed the recommended size
of the Skid Steer for the grapple. ASkid
Steer that is too large can overload the
frame and cause failures.
d. Use the fulcrum frame to fully lift each
log or tree.
15. Balancing:
When picking up aload at right angles to
the skid steer, lift slowly at first to check that
the load is balanced from side to side. Re-
position grapple to balance load as required.
Multiple
BALANCING
16. Operating Hints:
a. Do not overload the machine by trying
to pick up a log that is too heavy. Use
an alternative method to move the log.
b. Skid Steer power units are designed with
ashort wheel base to allow for sharp
turns. As aresult they do not have a
large weight to counter balance a log that
is being lifted. Lift carefully and slowly to
determine if the unit has sufficient stability
before moving load.
STABILITY LIFTING
Single
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NO.
Name
Part Number
QTY
1
Head
SGLG-0001
1
2
Wide arm
SGLG-0002
1
3
Narrow arm
SGLG-0003
1
4
Movement connecting
SGLG-0004
1
5
Cylinder
SGLG-0005
1
6
Medium pin
SGLG-0006
1
7
Short pin
SGLG-0007
1
8
Long pin
SGLG-0008
1
9
Head pin
SGLG-0009
4
10
Cylindrical bronze bush
SGLG-0010
12
11
Screw
SGLG-0011
7
12
Fork hexagonal nut M8
SGLG-0012
7
13
Fitting
SGLG-0013
2
14
Grease nipple
SGLG-0014
9
15
Pin fork
SGLG-0015
7
16
Fitting, adapeter, BSP 3/8"
SGLG-0016
4
17
Hose protection
SGLG-0017
1
18
Bush
SGLG-0018
1
19
Hose, to grapple head
SGLG-0019
2
20
Gasket
SGLG-0020
1
21
Clip
SGLG-0021
1
22
Clip
SGLG-0022
1
23
Gasket
SGLG-0023
1
24
Bush
SGLG-0024
1
25
Shackle
SGLG-0025
1
26
Bush
SGLG-0026
1
27
Bolt
SGLG-0027
1
28
Bolt for Hose Clamp
SGLG-0028
1
29
Hose Clamp
SGLG-0029
1
30
Bolt for Hose Clamp
SGLG-0030
1
31
Hose Clamp
SGLG-0031
1
32
Log Pivot Fulcrum
SGLG-0032
1
33
Fitting, adapeter, BSP 3/8"
SGLG-0033
6
34
Motor, 360°Rotation
SGLG-0034
1
35
Bolt
SGLG-0035
2
36
Solenoid valve, 12V
SGLG-0036
1
37
Wire harness with control
SGLG-0037
1
38
Mounting frame
SGLG-0038
1
39
Hose, to skid steer
SGLG-0039
1
40
Hose, motor rotation
SGLG-0040
2
41
Hose, to grapple head cylinder
SGLG-0041
2