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WBM
Parts and Installation Manual
for KAT Master Hitch
General Information
This section provides general information and recommendations required prior to installing,
operating or maintaining your KAT Master Hitch.
All safety messages and decals contained in this WBM Parts and Installation Manual, and in the
Hydraulic Installation Kit must be read and understood by all personnel installing, maintaining or
operating the KAT Master Hitch.
DANGER
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WARNING
CAUTION
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NOTICE
All personnel who will operate the KAT Master Hitch must read and familiarize themselves with the
Installation, How it Works, Maintenance and Safe Working Procedures sections of this manual prior
to operating or maintaining the KAT Master Hitch.
The owner or operator of any equipment using a KAT Master Hitch shall review all additional
materials, including hazard assessments and operating manuals supplied by the manufacturer of
the machine to ensure safe use and operation.
Failure to comply with information contained within the Weldco-Beales Parts and Installation
Manual may result in injury, death, damage to property and/or damage to the KAT Master Hitch.
Ensure that all personnel have read and understand the information contained in the Manual
before attempting to install, maintain and/or operate the 35 ton Lifting Device
901-213-0001
Safety Message Classification
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation. If not avoided, this
hazard will result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this
hazard could result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this
hazard may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. If not avoided, this
hazard may result in damage to the handler or machine.
WARNING
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October 2014

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Summary of Contents for WBM KAT Master Hitch

  • Page 1 All personnel who will operate the KAT Master Hitch must read and familiarize themselves with the Installation, How it Works, Maintenance and Safe Working Procedures sections of this manual prior to operating or maintaining the KAT Master Hitch.
  • Page 2 Terminology Wheel Loader BUCKET TILT CYLINDER LIFT ARMS OR BOOM BELL CRANK BUCKET TILT LINK KAT MASTER HITCH KAT Master Hitch TOP BAR TILT LINK PIN LOCK PIN LIFT ARM OR BOOM PINS LOCK PIN LOCK PIN CYLINDER DOWEL PIN...
  • Page 3: Maintenance

    KAT Master Hitch Maintenance and Operation WARNING Improper operation and maintenance of the KAT Master Hitch could result in serious injury or death. Read and understand this manual prior to operating and/or maintaining this equipment. WARNING Always use the lock pins during operation. Failure to follow all safety precautions could result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 4 1) Manipulate the lift arms/boom and bucket hydraulics to allow for a clear, visual inspection of the KAT Master Hitch in operation. Check contact points of roll back and dump stops and Master Hitch range of motion.
  • Page 5: Component Installation

    Any cracking or component damage must be repaired; all worn components or missing parts must be replaced prior to any and all operation of the KAT Master Hitch. Failure to repair or replace damaged or worn components may result in equipment malfunction, serious injury or death.
  • Page 6: Hydraulic Installation

    Hydraulic Installation The KAT Master Hitch lock pin cylinder can utilize pressure from the machine’s “3 valve”, or an auxiliary hydraulic pump to activate the lock pin cylinder. 1) Connect the lock pin cylinder to the machine hydraulic system with jump hoses.
  • Page 7 2) Roll the KAT Master Hitch back to limit of travel. CAUTION Do not slam KAT Master Hitch back. Stops are only tack welded in place. Damage to machine or KAT Master Hitch may result. 3) Roll Back Stops should contact the boom arms.
  • Page 8 4) KAT Master Hitch stops should contact the boom arms. CAUTION Do not slam KAT Master Hitch forward. Stops are only tack welded in place. Damage to machine or KAT Master Hitch may result. 5) Factory bell crank stop should also make contact.
  • Page 9 KAT Master Hitch and attachments. 8. If the KAT Master Hitch is observed to be not properly engaged in the attachment the operator should immediately discontinue use. The KAT Master Hitch and attachment should be immediately secured and not placed into operation until there has been a full assessment of any malfunction and all problems are remedied by qualified personnel.
  • Page 10 If required, slowly manipulate the KAT Master Hitch by operating the tilt circuit to allow easier disengagement of the lock pins. 3) After the lock pins have been fully disengaged, slowly tilt the KAT Master Hitch forward. Slowly back the machine away to disengage the bottom of the attachment.
  • Page 11 5) Once the KAT Master Hitch has cleared the attachment, position the machine to engage another attachment. Coupling the Attachment 1) Prior to engaging an attachment, ensure it is in a safe position to be coupled. WARNING Engage or disengage attachments away from all personnel as the attachment may drop without warning.
  • Page 12 3) When the top bar of the KAT Master Hitch is fully inserted in the top hooks of the attachment slowly tilt the Master Hitch back to rotate the bottom of the Master Hitch into the lower portion of the attachment lugs.
  • Page 13 • Cycle the KAT Master Hitch on the attachment working the tilt cylinder in and out trying to force the attachment from the Master Hitch.