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Kubota AP-SGR1566 Operator's Manual

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AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578
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Read the Operator's Manual entirely. When you see this symbol,
the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied
with standard unit.
For an Operator's Manual and Decal Kit in French
Language, please see your Kubota dealer.
380-054MK
Operator's Manual
Printed 4/11/19

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  • Page 1 Your life and the lives of others depend on it! Cover photo may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit. For an Operator’s Manual and Decal Kit in French Language, please see your Kubota dealer. Printed 4/11/19...
  • Page 2 Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Dealer Contact Information Name: Street: City/State: Telephone: Email: California Proposition 65 WARNING: Cancer and reproductive harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Copyright 2019 All rights Reserved Kubota provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Kubota assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Kubota reserves the right to revise and improve its products as it sees fit.
  • Page 4 Kubota products. Refer to Download the appropriate App on your Parts Manual QR Locator on smart phone, open the App, point your this page for detailed phone on the QR code and take a picture. instructions. AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 5: Safety At All Times

     Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Safety at All Times Look for the Safety Alert Symbol Careful operation is your best The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a assurance against an accident.
  • Page 6  Lower attachment to the ground and  Replace parts on this attachment above recommended pressures follow all shutdown procedures with genuine Kubota parts only. Do shown in the Operator’s Manual. before leaving the operator’s seat to not alter this attachment in a way ...
  • Page 7 Use Seat Belt and ROPS Keep Riders Off Lights and Devices Machinery  Kubota recommends the use of a CAB or roll-over-protective-  A slow moving excavator can  Never carry riders on the power structures (ROPS) and seat belt create a hazard when driven on machine or attachment.
  • Page 8 Important Safety Information These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual. Avoid Silica Dust have beards/mustaches which Handle interfere with the respirator seal to Chemicals Properly  There are guidelines which should the face.
  • Page 9 Important Safety Information This page left blank intentionally. 4/11/19...

  • Page 10: Safety Labels

    Peel backing from label and press label firmly onto the all damaged or missing labels. Order new labels from your surface. nearest Kubota dealer. To find your nearest dealer, visit our dealer locator at www.landpride.com. Squeeze out air bubbles with edge of a credit card or with a similar type of straight edge.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Further Assistance current at the time of printing. Some parts may change slightly to assure you of the best performance. Your Kubota dealer wants you to be satisfied with your • new machine. If for any reason you do not understand To order a new Operator’s or Parts Manual, contact...

  • Page 12: Section 1: Assembly & Set-Up

    Refer to Figure 1-1 on page 9: Upon request, you can purchase an optional hydraulic Pre-Assembly Checklist hose kit from Kubota for hooking up hydraulics to the skid steer on the left hand side of the grapple.  Check Referenc Hydraulic Hose Kit No.

  • Page 13: Installation Of Optional Hydraulic Hoses

    Select customer supplied male or female quick connect coupler (#14 or #15) that will mate with your machine’s pressure line coupler. 37864 Base End Rod End Return Line Pressure Line Return Line Hydraulic Hose Installation Figure 1-1 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 14: Installation Of Optional Shields

    Repeat steps 1-6 for the right-hand side. 3. Reinsert existing pivot pin (#3) through pivot hole in shield (#1), clevis plate “B” , base of hydraulic cylinder (#8), clevis plate (“A”), and out opposite pivot hole in shield (#1). AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 15: Skid Steer & Tractor Hook-Up

    NOTE: The Rock Grapple is designed for skid 6. Push lock handles on skid steer/tractor hitch down steers and tractors with front mounted loaders. ensuring the pins go through bottom slots in grapple hitch and make sure handles lock down. 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 16: Hydraulic Hose Hook-Up

    Hydraulic Hose Hook-up (Skid Steer hose route shown) power equipment couplers. Figure 1-4 NOTE: If attaching to a Kubota skid steer, route hydraulic hoses through Kubota’s SVL or SSV Hose Stay as shown in Figure 1-5. Purchase SVL Hose Stay #S6689 or SSV Hose Stay #77700-07225 through your nearest Kubota dealer.

  • Page 17: Equipment Clearances

    6. Fully retract hydraulic cylinders to pivot jaws fully up and repeat step 5. Raise grapple fully up and repeat steps 4-6. 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 18: Section 2: Operating Procedures

    Rotating top of hitch frame back too far can cause load to shift and fall rearward onto the machine and/ or operator. Rotating top of hitch frame forward too far can cause load to shift and fall forward. AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...
  • Page 19 • Check hitch fit-up frequently. An improper fit-up can cause the attachment to come loose from the loader hitch plate and fall. 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 20: Transport Safety

    2. Make sure load does not exceed rated lift capacity of may pass you safely. the skid steer or tractor being used to lift the load. 15. Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. 3. Check for overhead obstructions. AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 21: Releasing A Load

    8. Slowly lower skid steer/tractor hitch until top angle bar and skid steer/tractor hitch have separated. 9. Back skid steer/tractor slowly away from the grapple making sure it does not interfere with unit. 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 22: General Operating Instructions

    Proceed by getting onto the seat of your tractor or skid steer and starting it up. It isn’t going to take you long to learn how to use your new Kubota Rock Grapple, but we do recommend that you take a little time to practice securely attaching and detaching your grapple to and from your mounting plate.

  • Page 23: Section 3: Maintenance & Lubrication

    3. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched to actuated even when power to hydraulics is off. prevent rust. Ask your Kubota dealer for aerosol touch-up paint. Paint is also available in touch-up WARNING bottles with brush, quarts, and gallon sizes by adding TU, QT, or GL to the end of the aerosol part number.

  • Page 24: Lubrication Points

    Quantity = As required (make sure grease is visible) 35218 Hydraulic Cylinder Pivot Points 4 - Zerks (2 per cylinder) Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease Quantity = As required (make sure grease is visible) 35218 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 25: Section 4: Specifications & Capacities

    Maximum Pressure Rating psi (kPa) 3500 (24.1) 30" (72.6 cm) SGR1566 = 66 3/4" (1.70 m) SGR1572 = 72 3/4" (1.85 m) 45 1/4" (1.15 m) SGR1578 = 78 3/4" (2.00 m) 37866 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 26: Section 5: Features & Benefits

    Grade 80 teeth material More than double the strength of mild steel. Front gusseted tines Strengthens tine tips. Open bottom and back Allows dirt to fall through tines. Optional cylinder shields Protects cylinders and fittings. AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...

  • Page 27: Section 6: Troubleshooting

    Never run grapple teeth under ground to get below ground such as tree roots and rocks. under a load. Wedging objects between teeth with upper Do not wedge objects between teeth with jaw. upper jaw. 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 28: Section 7: Torque Values Chart

    = nominal thread diameter in millimeters x thread pitch 1-1/2" - 12 1330 2970 2190 4820 3560 Torque tolerance + 0%, -15% of torquing values. Unless otherwise specified use torque values listed above. AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...
  • Page 29 Table of Contents Section 7: Torque Values Chart 4/11/19 AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK...

  • Page 30: Section 8: Warranty & Legal Disclaimer

    IMPORTANT: The Online Warranty Registration should be completed by the dealer at the time of purchase. This information is necessary to provide you with quality customer service. Model Number ____________________ Serial Number ____________________ AP-SGR1566, AP-SGR1572, & AP-SGR1578 Grapples 380-054MK 4/11/19...
  • Page 31 Kubota used reasonable efforts to set forth and include accurate and up to date information in this publication. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability...
  • Page 32 1175 S. Guild Ave., Lodi, CA 95240 Telephone: (209) 334-9910 Central Division: 14855 FAA Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76155 Telephone: (817) 571-0900 Northern Division: 6300 at One Kubota Way, Groveport, OH 43125 Telephone: (614) 835-1100 Southeast Division: 1025 Northbrook Parkway, Suwanee, GA 30024 Telephone: (770) 995-8855...

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