AVANT A37346 Operator's Manual For Attachment

AVANT A37346 Operator's Manual For Attachment

Ice rink scraper blade

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Ice rink scraper blade 2018 1
Operator's Manual for Attachment
Ice rink scraper blade
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A37346
www.avanttecno.com
A433420 2018 1 EN 2018-

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  • Page 1 English Ice rink scraper blade 2018 1 Operator's Manual for Attachment Ice rink scraper blade Product number: A37346 www.avanttecno.com A433420 2018 1 EN 2018-...
  • Page 2 Ice rink scraper blade 2018 1...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ice rink scraper blade 2018 1 CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ............................4 Warning symbols used in this manual ..........................5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE ......................6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ICE RINK SCRAPER ..........7 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................10 Safety labels and main components of the attachment.................. 10 5.
  • Page 4: Foreword

    If you sell or transfer the equipment, be sure to hand over this manual to the new owner. If the manual is lost or damaged, you can request a new one from your Avant dealer or from the manufacturer.
  • Page 5: Warning Symbols Used In This Manual

    5 (26) Warning symbols used in this manual The following warning symbols are used throughout this manual. They indicate factors that must be taken into account to reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to property: WARNING: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL This symbol means: “Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!”...
  • Page 6: Designed Purpose Of Use

    2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT Ice rink scraper blade is an attachment suitable for use with AVANT multi purpose loaders, as shown in Table 1. The articulated Ice rink scraper blade is intended for maintenance of ice hockey and skating rinks only.
  • Page 7: Safety Instructions For Using The Ice Rink Scraper

    7 (26) 3. Safety instructions for using the Ice rink scraper Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property damage.
  • Page 8 Observe the local regulations concerning the use of the equipment on public roads. The loader may need to be registered for road use. Contact your local Avant dealer or local authorities for more information.
  • Page 9 9 (26) Remember to wear proper personal protective equipment:  The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A) depending on loader model and operating cycle. Extended exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment. Wear hearing protection while working with the loader. ...
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    20 MPa (200 Bar) Other dimensions: See page 2 Compatible AVANT loader models: See table 1 on page 6 4.1 Safety labels and main components of the attachment Listed below are the labels and markings on the attachment. They must be visible and readable on the equipment.
  • Page 11 11 (26) Table 3 - Decal locations and warning messages Decal Warning message A46771 Misuse hazard - Read instructions before use. A46772 Crushing hazard - Do not go under a raised attachment; stay away from raised equipment. A46803 Pinching and cutting hazard, keep clear of moving parts, do not leave the equipment running.
  • Page 12: Assembling The Attachment

    Do not stay in the area between the attachment and the loader. Mount the attachment only on level surface. WARNING Never move or lift an attachment that has not been locked. Avant quick coupling system: Step 1:  Lift the quick attach plate locking pins up and turn them backwards into the slot so that they are locked in the upper position.
  • Page 13: Connecting And Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses

    5.1 Connecting and disconnecting hydraulic hoses On Avant loaders the hydraulic hoses are connected using the multi connector system. If you have an Avant 300-700 series loader with the conventional quick couplers and wish to change to the multi connector system, contact your Avant dealer or service point for instructions or installation services.
  • Page 14 14 (26) Keep all fittings as clean as possible; use the protective caps on both the attachment and the loader. Dirt, ice, etc. may make using the fittings significantly more difficult. Never leave the hoses hanging on the ground; place the couplings onto the holder on the attachment.
  • Page 15: Operating The Attachment

    Many other Avant attachments are available for clearing of snow from, for example, roads or yards. Contact your Avant dealer for more information about the best solution for other areas that ice rinks.
  • Page 16: Checks Before Use

    16 (26) 6.1 Checks before use Check that all obstacles, including any possibly hidden ones, have been removed from the working  area or marked visibly before operation. Ensure that bystanders are at a safe distance when operating the equipment. Do not let anyone to ...
  • Page 17: Operating The Ice Rink Scraper Blade

    17 (26) 6.2 Operating the Ice rink scraper blade For the best performance of the Ice scraper blade, set the attachment to correct working position: 1. Place the blade on ice so that the blade edge rests on the ice firmly at a small angle 2.
  • Page 18: Blade Floating

    18 (26) 6.3 Blade floating Boom floating (optional equipment on some loader models) If your loader is equipped with the boom floating option, it is recommended to switch it on. Floating allows the blade to follow the surface of the ground more effectively, improving its performance. Floating modes of the Ice scraper blade: The floating system of the Ice rink scraper blade allows the blade to float vertically and sideways, which makes working on uneven surfaces considerably easier and more efficient.
  • Page 19: Blade Edge Plate

    19 (26) Note that the loader can stop unexpectedly when hitting an obstacle. The boom floating will not prevent sudden stops or possible damages to the attachment resulted by hitting an obstacle. Ensure the safety of the operating area before using the equipment and always fasten the seat belt.
  • Page 20: End Plate And Roller

    20 (26) 6.5 End plate and roller The Ice rink scraper is equipped with an end plate and roller at one end of the plow. The end plate helps to collect material from near the walls of ice rink. It prevents spilling of material from the plow.
  • Page 21: Storing The Attachment

    21 (26) 6.7 Storing the attachment Uncouple and store the Ice rink scraper blade on level surface so that it will stand firmly against its quick coupling plate and the blade. Avoid storing the attachment directly against the ground. Place pallets or blocks of wood under it, for example.
  • Page 22: Maintenance And Service

    Finding any fault means that the hydraulic hose or component must be replaced and the equipment must not be used until it is repaired. Spare parts are available from your nearest AVANT retailer or authorised service point. Leave the repair work to professional service technicians, if you don’t have adequate knowledge and...
  • Page 23: Cleaning The Attachment

    23 (26) 7.2 Cleaning the attachment Clean the attachment regularly to prevent accumulation of dirt which is more difficult to remove. A pressure washer and mild detergent can be used for cleaning. Do not use strong solvents, and do not spray directly at the hydraulic components, or at the labels on the attachment.
  • Page 24: Warranty Terms

    24 (26) 8. Warranty terms Avant Tecno Oy grants a warranty of one year (12 months) from the date of purchase for the attachment it manufactures. The warranty covers repair costs as follows:  Work costs are covered, if the repair is not performed at the factory.
  • Page 25 Mallit / Modeller / Models: Avant Hydraulitoiminen jääkenttäaura; Avant-kuormaajan työlaite Hydraulisk Isrinksskrapa; arbetsredskap för Avant lastare A37346 Hydraulic Ice rink scraper blade; attachment for Avant loaders 2.10.2018 Ylöjärvi, Finland Risto Käkelä, Toimitusjohtaja / Verkställande direktör / Managing Director Original language version...

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