Operation - Gearmore 12 UNIV Operation, Service & Parts Manual

To install the forks, make sure they are placed in working position with the rod in place. Curl
forward your loader bucket and slowly drive into the forks. when fork rod is directly over the
bracket slot, stop the tractor and slowly curl back the bucket until the rod is in the base of the
bracket.
IMPORTANT:
Your forks are held in place with an exclusive "self-locking" bracket. Take special
care that this safety rod locking bracket is always in good working condition.
Know the capacity of the forks you are using. Check the serial number plate, which shows the
capacity. Remember, the forks rated capacity is at the center point of the tine.
The tines can slide sideways to adjust the spread. The maximum spread should be utilized whenever
possible to provide maximum load stability. However, the tines must be centered on the axis of the
machine to prevent any tendency of the machine to slip sideways.
Since these forklift attachments are designed to be attached to existing loader buckets, visibility is
restricted and special care is required in picking up and placing a load. The assistance of another
individual, standing to the side during such positioning would be helpful.

OPERATION

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