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OPERATOR’S MANUAL MINI SKID LOADER MODEL 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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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.
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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 instructions, and by a competent and...
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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: ________________________...
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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 &...
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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 &...
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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 &...
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 ............................8 Mounting Attachments ...........................9 Operational Procedures ..........................10 Lift Arm Support Device ..........................13 Lifting the Mini-Skid ............................13 IV.
I. SAFETY OPERATE MINI-SKID SAFELY IMPROPER OPERATION OF THIS MINI-SKID MAY RESULT IN DEATH OR 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.
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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.
Il. CONTROLS It is necessary to become familiar with the location and purpose of each control before operating the Mini-Skid. ENGINE CONTROLS – Vanguard 23 HP AIR-COOLED ENGINE Figure 1& 2: Instrument Panel – Vanguard Engine Tach/Hour meter – The tach/hour meter shows Choke Control –...
For the Mini-skid to perform a spin-turn, or operator releases the drive levers. “Skid Steer”, move one lever forward and the other backward the same amount. The Ramrod line up features single-handed steering. For normal operation, the most WARNING DO NOT MOVE ANY OF THE...
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LIFT CONTROL LEVER – Item 1, Figure 3 The outside control lever located on the WARNING left hand side controls the lift. Pushing the lever forward lowers the lift arm and pulling KEEP BOTH HANDS ON THE GRIP the lever back raises the lift arm. In these HANDLE AT ALL TIMES WHEN two positions, the lever is spring centered OPERATING THE MACHINE.
ATTACHMENT LOCK PIN 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.
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 operator fatigue. Note: For more information regarding engine starting and operation, refer to your engine “Owner’s Manual”.
SHUT-OFF PROCEDURE 1. Park the Mini-Skid on level ground. NOTICE 2. Lower the lift arms and ground the bucket. 3. Return throttle control to “idle” position, BE SURE IGNITION KEY IS IN OFF and allow engine to idle for a short time. POSITION OR REMOVED WHEN THE 4.
MOUNTING ATTACHMENTS INSTALLATION OF ATTACHMENT 1. Rotate Lock Pins to the unlock position (handle pointing outwards). 2. Tilt the attachment frame forward as shown in Figure 7, so that the top round edge of the attachment frame will fi t under the lip of the attachment.
OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES Mini-Skid operational procedure and suggestions in this manual are based on the use of a bucket. Procedures and suggestions may vary with diff erent attachments. See your attachment manual or contact your local dealer for more information. OPERATING SUGGESTIONS 1.
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FILLING AND DUMPING BUCKET 1. Approach the pile with the lift arms fully lowered 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.
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LEVELLING BACKFILLING 1. To spread material on uneven ground, 1. When fi lling a trench or a hole, drive raise lift arms and tilt bucket forward while up to the hole with bucket low or push driving slowly forward, as shown in Figure material up to edge, as in Figure 19.
Machine weights vary from 1700 lbs to 2300 lbs (without attachments). Contact In order to safely work underneath the lift arms, Ramrod Equipment or your nearest dealer remove the support device from the side and for more information. remove any attachment from the Mini-Skid.
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 fl uids and lubricants are included in the “Periodic Maintenance and Service Schedule” in your Manual. To access engine compartment, remove louvered side panels or rear panel as required.
BATTERY 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 lift arm and install the lift cylinder lock.
FUELS, LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES The service obtained from your Mini-Skid is greatly aff ected by the quality of the petroleum products used in it. It requires only common products, which are commercially available through the outlets of major refi neries. The following chart shows which lubricant to use in the various components of the Mini-Skid.
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 injury or death. 3. Remove the oil cap, and check the level. The oil should be between 2 and 2.5 inches from the top of the tank.
FINAL DRIVE MAINTENANCE There is a single wheel chain on each side of your 930 mini skid. This chain is factory tensioned for correct operation. However, as your chain wears in, some adjustment may be required. In order to tighten your wheel chains fi rst loosen the four bolts securing the front axle to the machine body.
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).
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.
Bi-Weekly Monthly Annually Engine Oil Engine Check level of engine oil Manual and top up if necessary Engine Fuel Ramrod Check level and if Manual necessary, top up. Hydraulic Oil Ramrod Check level and if Manual necessary, top up. Tires and...
Replace oil fi lter 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 fl ow...
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