Drawbar 2021 1 CONTENTS 1. FOREWORD ............................4 Warning symbols used in this manual ........................... 5 2. DESIGNED PURPOSE OF USE......................6 3. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE ATTACHMENT ............7 Personal protective equipment ..........................8 Safe shutdown procedure ............................8 4.
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.
5 (18) 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!”...
2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT Drawbar is an attachment that is suitable for use with AVANT compact loaders that are shown in Table 1. The Drawbar is mounted to the quick coupling plate of the loader, which enables mowing of trailers with the loader.
7 (18) 3. Safety instructions for using the attachment 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.
8 (18) Make sure that the loader is equipped with necessary safety components, and that they are in working condition. Seat belt must be used. If there are specific hazards related to the operating area, use appropriate safety equipment. ...
800 kg Supporting load 75 kg Compatible AVANT loaders: See Table 1, Designed purpose of use 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.
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10 (18) Table 3 - Decal locations and warning messages Decal Warning message 1 A46771 Misuse hazard - Read instructions before use. 2 A433828 Attachment identification plate Table 4 - Drawbar - Main components Attachment coupling plate to couple an attachment to the Drawbar Locking bolts to lock an attachment to the Drawbar Height adjustment...
12 (18) 6. Operating the attachment Check the attachment and the operating environment once more before starting to work, and that all obstacles have been removed from the operating area. Quick inspection of the equipment and the operating area before use are parts of ensuring safety and the best performance of the equipment.
13 (18) 6.2 Transporting load When transporting an attachment with the Drawbar, make sure that the attachment is well balanced and stays firmly. The load must be transported calmly as low and close to the loader as possible, and the swinging of the load must be avoided.
14 (18) 6.4 Working on uneven ground Extra caution is needed when using the equipment on inclined terrains and slopes. Drive slowly especially on inclined, uneven, or slippery surfaces, and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction. Operate the controls of the loader with careful and smooth movements.
15 (18) 7. Maintenance and Service The attachment has been designed to be as maintenance free as possible. Continuous maintenance includes regular cleaning and lubrication, and monitoring the condition of the attachment. Because of the crushing hazard caused by lowering machine parts, all maintenance work must be done when moving parts have been lowered down completely and the attachment is lowered flat against the ground.
16 (18) 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.
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