Front rake 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 FRONT RAKE ............7 4. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................9 Safety labels and main components of the attachment.................. 9 5.
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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!”...
6 (18) 2. Designed purpose of use The AVANT front rake is an attachment suitable for use with all AVANT multi purpose loaders, as shown in Table 1. Front rake is intended for levelling sand and gravel driveways, anywhere you want to have a nice looking finish.
7 (18) 3. Safety instructions for using the front rake 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.
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8 (18) 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. ...
695 mm Weight 35 kg 56 kg Suitable AVANT loaders: All models All models 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 Misuse hazard - Read instructions before use. A46771 Crushing hazard - Do not go under a A46772 raised attachment; stay away from raised equipment. A420979 Attachment identification plate Table 4 - Front rake - Main components 1 Frame 2 Tine...
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.
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12 (18) Risk of falling objects - Prevent dropping of attachment. An attachment that has not been completely locked to the loader may fall on the boom or towards the operator, or fall under the loader during driving, causing loss of control of the loader.
13 (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.
The adapter allows the attachment to be tilted sideways for efficient levelling or grading work. Read the instructions provided with the tilt adapter. More information about the tilt adapter is available from your AVANT dealer or from the AVANT web pages at www.avanttecno.com.
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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