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Operation
Refer to your traction unit Operator's Manual for more
information on installing and removing attachments
on your traction unit.
Important:
Always use the traction unit to lift and
move the attachment.
Using the Tree Forks
Note:
The tree fork is an excellent tool for transporting
balled and container grown trees and shrubs. You can
also use the fork to move rocks. Maximum payload is
100 kg (220 lb).
1.
If your traction unit has a speed selector and a
flow divider, move the speed selector to the fast
(rabbit) position and the flow divider to the 10
to 11 o'clock position.
2.
Pull the auxiliary-hydraulics lever to the operator
grip to open the tines if necessary.
3.
Drive forward and position the object to be
moved between the fork tines.
4.
Push the auxiliary-hydraulics valve away from
the operator grip to close the fork tines around
the object.
Important:
Be careful not to squeeze a pot
or root ball too tightly. Using the full force of
the tines on a tree may damage the root ball.
5.
Raise the loader arms to lift the object. Keep it
as close to the ground as possible.
6.
Drive to the location where you want to put the
object and lower it into place.
7.
Release the object by pulling the auxiliary
hydraulics lever to the operator grip.
Transporting the Tree Forks
1.
Place the forks on a trailer or truck capable of
carrying them.
2.
Securely tie the forks to the trailer or truck using
tie straps appropriate for the weight of the forks
and for highway use.
Transport Position
When transporting a load, keep the attachment as
close to the ground as possible, no more than 15 cm
(6 inches) above the ground. Tilt it rearward to keep
the load level.
1. No more than 15 cm (6
inches) above the ground
Operating Tips
•
To maximize the lifting capability, position the tree
as close as possible to the fork frame.
•
Never attempt to lift more that the rated capacity
of the traction unit/ attachment combination.
•
When transporting a load, keep the fork as close
to the ground as possible.
•
To ease the placement of a tree into a hole, pick
up the tree near the top of the ball or container.
•
The fork can also be used to lift, transport, and
position small boulders and rocks.
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Figure 4
2. Tilt the load rearward
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