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RAMROD 930 Operator's Manual

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MINI SKID LOADER
____________________________________________
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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Rev. September 2018
MODELS 930
RAMROD Equipment
(
A Division of Leon's Mfg. Company Inc.)
Canada
P.O. Box 5002
135 York Road East
Yorkton, Saskatchewan
S3N 3Z4
Phone: (800) 667-1581
Fax:
(306) 782-1884
Email:
sales@ramrodequip.com
Website:
www.ramrodequip.com

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  • Page 1 MINI SKID LOADER MODELS 930 ____________________________________________ OPERATOR’S MANUAL ____________________________________________ RAMROD Equipment A Division of Leon’s Mfg. Company Inc.) Canada P.O. Box 5002 135 York Road East Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 3Z4 Phone: (800) 667-1581 Fax: (306) 782-1884 Email: sales@ramrodequip.com Website: www.ramrodequip.com...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION TO OUR CUSTOMER: RAMROD EQUIPMENT is pleased that you have chosen a RAMROD MINI-SKID. This loader is a simple, compact power source designed and manufactured to give you years of dependable service. Read this Manual carefully before operating the Mini-Skid. It contains the necessary information for safe and proper operating, routine servicing and preventive maintenance.
  • Page 4 RAMROD WARRANTY The RAMROD EQUIPMENT warrants each new RAMROD Mini-Skid to be free from proven defects in material and workmanship under normal use and maintenance for a period of twelve (12) months, commencing with delivery to the original buyer. Under conditions of this warranty, the Mini-Skid must be operated according to manufacturer’s...
  • Page 5 Leon's Mfg. Company Inc. “Home of Quality Leon & Ramrod Products” RAMROD MINI-SKID LOADER DEALER PRE-DELIVERY INSPECTION & SERVICE REPORT Owner: Dealer: Address: Address: Model: Serial No: Date: Engine Serial No: Hour Meter Reading: Item Remarks ( ) Check engine oil level...
  • Page 7 RAMROD EQUIPMENT NEW MINI-SKID WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM _____________________ __________________ _____________________ Mini-Skid Serial Number Model Number Engine Serial Number ________________________________ _______________________________ Name of Owner Name of Dealer ________________________________ Owner’s Type of Business ________________________________ _______________________________ Owners Address Dealers Address ________________________________ _______________________________ Date Mini-Skid Sold Date Mini-Skid Delivered OPTIONS &...
  • Page 9 P.O. Box 5002, 135 York Road East Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada S3N 3Z4 Phone: (800) 667-1581 Fax: (306) 782-1884 RAMROD EQUIPMENT NEW MINI-SKID WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM _____________________ __________________ _____________________ Mini-Skid Serial Number Model Number Engine Serial Number ________________________________ _______________________________ Name of Owner...
  • Page 11 P.O. Box 5002, 135 York Road East Yorkton, Saskatchewan, Canada S3N 3Z4 Phone: (800) 667-1581 Fax: (306) 782-1884 RAMROD EQUIPMENT NEW MINI-SKID WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM _____________________ __________________ _____________________ Mini-Skid Serial Number Model Number Engine Serial Number ________________________________ _______________________________ Name of Owner...

  • Page 13: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS I. SAFETY ........................1 Safety Precautions ......................1 II CONTROL ........................3 Engine Controls ........................ 3 Control Panel ........................4 Attachment Lock Pins ....................... 6 III OPERATION ....................... 7 Pre-Starting Inspection and Preparation ................7 Starting Procedures ......................7 Shut-off Procedures ......................

  • Page 14: Safety

    I. SAFETY OPERATE MINI-SKID SAFELY IMPROPER OPERATION OF THIS MINI-SKID MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. BEFORE OPERATING THIS MINI-SKID, OPERATORS MUST HAVE PROPER INSTRUCTIONS, BE FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, AND HAVE READ THIS AND THE ENGINE MANUFACTURER’S MANUAL THOROUGHLY. THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
  • Page 15 SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – CONTINUED KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM ALL MOVING PARTS AND CYLINDERS. DO NOT RIDE IN BUCKET. DO NOT ALLOW MORE THAN ONE PERSON ON THE MINI-SKID AT ANY TIME. DO NOT ALLOW ANY OTHER PERSON OR ANIMAL CLOSE TO THE MINI-SKID WHILE IN OPERATION. WATCH FOR OTHER PEOPLE AND EQUIPMENT.

  • Page 16: Control

    II CONTROL It is necessary to become familiar with the location and purpose of each control before operating the Mini-Skid. ENGINE CONTROLS – KAWASAKI 23 HP AIR-COOLED ENGINE Choke Control Tach/Hourmeter Throttle Control Ignition Switch Dipstick Access Figure 1: Instrument Panel – Kawasaki Air Cooled Engine Choke Control –...

  • Page 17: Control Panel

    CONTROL PANEL Figure 3: Control Panel PRIMARY CONTROLS Lift Arm Lever Tilt Lever Auxiliary Lever Left Hand Drive Lever Right Hand Drive Lever Grip Handle Flow Divider DRIVE LEVERS, Items 4 & 5 Figure 3 The left hand drive lever controls the wheels (track) on the left hand side and the Figure 4: Single Hand Steering right hand drive lever controls the wheels...
  • Page 18 FLOW DIVIDER – Item 7, Figure 3 The 930 Taskmasters feature a variable flow divider which splits available oil Warning flow between the auxiliary circuit and Keep BOTH HANDS On The Grip the loader functions. This allows the Handle At All Times When Operating operator to select the speed of the The Machine.

  • Page 19: Attachment Lock Pins

    ATTACHMENT LOCK PINS The “Taskmaster” tool bar design allows changing from one attachment to another quickly and easily, without having to remove pins. Attachments are secured on the unit with two spring-loaded pins. Rotating the handles on the pins one half of a turn moves the pins from the locked to the unlocked position.

  • Page 20: Operation

    III OPERATION You can take full advantage of all the features of your RAMROD Mini-Skid by following the operating information presented here. The Mini-Skid has been designed to do a lot of work with a minimum of operating fatigue. Note: For more information regarding engine starting and operation, refer to your engine “Owner’s Manual”.

  • Page 21: Shut-Off Procedures

    SHUT-OFF PROCEDURE 1. Park the Mini-Skid on level ground. 4. Ensure Auxiliary & Control levers If it is necessary to park on a slope, are in neutral position. park across the grade and block the 5. Turn ignition key off, and remove wheels.

  • Page 22: Mounting Attachments

    MOUNTING ATTACHMENTS INSTALLATION OF ATTACHMENT 1. Rotate Lock Pins to the unlock position (handle pointing outwards). 2. Tilt the attachment frame forward as show in Figure 7, so that the top round edge of the attachment frame will fit under the lip of the attachment.

  • Page 23: Operational Procedures

    OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE Mini-Skid operational procedure and suggestions in this manual are based on the use of a bucket. Procedures and suggestions may vary with different attachments. See your attachment manual or contact your local dealer for more information. OPERATING SUGGESTIONS 1.
  • Page 24 driving slowly forward FILLING AND DUMPING A BUCKET 1. Approach the pile with the lift arms fully stopping the machine. down and bucket cutting edge just skimming the top of the ground as in Figure 12. 2. As soon as the bucket is full, tilt the bucket back and back away from the pile, as shown in Figure 13 and 14.
  • Page 25 1. To level a filled area, tilt bucket 2. Tilt bucket forward as soon as it forward drive machine reaches the edge of the hole and backwards to drag bucket and spread when necessary raise the arms to material, as shown in Figure 17. empty the bucket.

  • Page 26: Lift Arm Support Device

    2300 lbs (without attachments). Contact attached it to the leveling arm. Ramrod Equipment or your nearest dealer for more information. Ensure the machine is shut off before performing any work on the Mini-Skid.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    IV. MAINTENANCE ENGINE MAINTENANCE For proper engine maintenance, refer to your Engine Owner’s Manual. This pertains to all applicable maintenance on your engine. Maintenance with respect to fluids and lubricants are included in the “Periodic Maintenance and Service Schedule” in your Manual. To access engine compartment remove louvered side panels.

  • Page 28: Battery And Hydraulic Oil Filter Maintenance

    BATTERY AND HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER MAINTENANCE NOTE: Check the battery hold down bracket for tightness. Do not over tighten. Remove any acid corrosion from the battery terminals and cables with a baking soda and water solution. Terminals may be coated with a high temperature grease. To access the battery, raise the liftarm and install the lift cylinder lock.

  • Page 29: Fuels, Lubricants And Capacities

    FUELS, LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES The service obtained from your Mini-Skid is greatly affected by the quality of the petroleum products used in it. It requires only common products, which are commercially available through the outlets of major refineries. The following chart shows which lubricant to use in the various components of the Mini-Skid.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic System Maintenance

    HYDRAULIC SYSTEM MAINTENANCE HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL CHECK 1. Ensure that the Mini-Skid is standing level, the lift arms are up and the tilt cylinder is closed. 2. Install the lift cylinder lock to prevent accidental death or injury. 3. Remove the oil cap, and check the level.

  • Page 31: Final Drive Maintenance

    2. Model 930 Track Adjustment Figure 32: Chain Adjustment There is single wheel chain on each side of your 930 mini skid. This chain is Figure 33: Track Tensioner factory tensioned for correct operation. However, as your chain wears in, some The track system on your 930 mini skid adjustment may be required.

  • Page 32: Chain Lubrication

    CHAIN LUBRICATION (FOR 930 UNITS) For best life drive chains should be lubricated every 8 hours, following this schedule can extend your chain life by as much as 7 times. The manufacturer’s recommendations (Renold Power Transmission Ltd) for chain lubricant and application are as follows: Lubricant should be a good quality non-detergent mineral oil (example 10W30).

  • Page 33: Periodic Greasing Details

    PERIODIC GREASING DETAILS Greasing is an important factor in extending the service life of many items on your Mini- Skid including cylinders and pivot pins. GREASING PIVOT POINTS The pivot points may be greased with a general purpose or bearing grease. The pivot points include: both cylinder cross tubes (the lift and tilt cylinders), all quick attach pivot points, and the lift and leveling arm pivot points.

  • Page 34: Periodic Maintenance And Service Schedule

    Ramrod Points Manual Grease all pivot points Ramrod Check track tension and Track Tension Manual adjust if necessary. Ramrod & Engine Clean and protect battery Battery Manual terminals Change oil after first 20 Engine hours of operation, or as Engine Oil Manual indicated in engine manual.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Replace oil filter Hydraulic oil too heavy Warm up hydraulic oil when too cold Internal pump or motor damage See your RAMROD Dealer Erratic or no output on Hydraulic oil too heavy Use proper viscosity oil. transmission Flow divider set to deliver all...

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