Summary of Contents for Norden EPF 5500
- Page 1 Owner Manual Euro Pallet Forks EPF 5500 Read, Understand, and Follow this manual which provides information and MADE IN THE USA procedures to safely operate and maintain the attachment.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
10.3 Safety Decals and Instructional Labels ..25 10.4 EPF 5500 Parts Detail ....26 2. SAFETY ....... . . 6 General. -
Page 4: Introduction
1.3 Specifications Specifications subject to change without notice. 1.3.1 EPF 5000 Specifications The Norden Euro Pallet Fork is an attachment that mounts to a utility tractor equipped with a loader having Euro style mounting capabilities. It is designed specifically to move pallets. -
Page 5: Product Improvements
1.6 Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful Life The Norden Mfg LLC pallet forks are designed for the specific purpose of moving pallets. When this pallet fork is no longer capable of performing its intended use, it should be dismantled and scrapped. -
Page 6: Safety
MAY result in minor or moderate injury. Norden Mfg LLC cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard. NOTICE The warnings in this manual and on the product are, therefore, not all-inclusive. -
Page 7: Safety Icons Nomenclature
Stop engine STOP Not a lifting device Visibility - slow moving vehicle (SMV) Entanglement hazard Set parking brake 2.3.2 Prohibited Actions Do not alter or modify Do not leave out tools EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 8: General Safety
Do not attempt to use or maintain 2.11 Training the attachment under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Consult your doctor before using Norden Mfg LLC follows the general Safety the attachment while taking prescription Standards specified by the Farm Equipment medications. Manufacturers Association (F.E.M.A.), and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). -
Page 9: Authorization / Training Sign-Off Form
If you do not understand any information in this manual, see your dealer or contact Norden Mfg LLC before proceeding. Do not use or allow anyone else to use this attachment until all information has been reviewed. Annually review this manual before the season start- Make periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice. - Page 10 Authorization / Training Sign-Off Form Date User’s Signature Owner’s Signature Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks...
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Page 11: Safety Decals And Labels
5. Replacement parts must have replacement decals attached before the pallet fork is used. 6. Decals are available from your authorized dealer or from Norden Mfg LLC at no charge. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 12: Safety Sign Locations
Description Qty. INFORMATIONAL Read the Manual WARNING No Riders WARNING Falling Hazard INFORMATIONAL Mfg Placard 3.5 Safety Decals INFORMATIONAL — Read the Manual WARNING — No Riders WARNING — Falling Hazard Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 13: Nomenclature
4. Nomenclature Item Description Fork Arm Frame (weldment) Brick Guard or Backrest Top Carriage Bar Lower Carriage Bar EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 14: Assembly And Setup
Upper Carriage Bar the top of the top carriage bar and to the front Upper Carriage Bar face of both carriage bars. Upper Retaining Hook Lower Retaining Hook Slot Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 15: Usage
If the elderly are assisting with the work, their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated. Never allow children to use the attachment. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 16: Machine Specifications
Raise the back of the attachment slightly off the ground and angle it back to apply pressure against the stops. b. Shut off the machine. c. Apply the parking brake. Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 17: Pre-Operation Checklist
It is important to follow the safety operating procedures that are spelled out in this Operator’s Manual. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 18: Picking Up A Pallet
Always 4. Keep the forks low, preferably two to four inches center the pallet horizontally on the fork arms to above the ground. optimize stability while transporting. Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 19: Placing The Pallet
4. Level the pallet for proper placement. the attachment, ensuring that the tool carrier does not interfere with the attachment. 5. Slowly lower the pallet onto its final resting location. 6. Before reversing, check all sides for bystanders or other traffic. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 20: Transporting
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. Travel on roadways in such a way that faster moving vehicles can pass safely. Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 21: Storage
8.2 Removing from Storage 1. Attach the pallet fork to the machine following the procedure in section “6.3 Attaching to Machine” on page 16. 2. Before placing the pallet fork back into service, replace any worn or defective parts and perform the “6.4 Pre-Operation Checklist” on page 17. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851... -
Page 22: Contents 9. Maintenance
Crush Hazard Always set the pallet fork on blocks or on Norden Mfg LLC will not claim responsibility for use the ground when performing maintenance. of unapproved parts and/or accessories and other damages as a result of their use. -
Page 23: Bolt Torque Requirements
9.3 Bolt Torque Requirements 9.4 Welding Repairs Before performing any type of welding repair WARNING to the attachment frame, contact Norden Mfg Equipment Failure LLC for approval. Repair welding must be The proper torque value for bolts and done with care and with procedures that may be cap screws is identified by their head beyond the capabilities of the ordinary welder. -
Page 24: Service Record
Annually Make sure all fasteners are tightened to proper torque. Refer to “9.3 Bolt Torque Requirements” on page 23. Inspect and replace damaged safety decals or instructional labels. Wash the pallet fork. Inspect attachment frame for cracking or damage. Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851 EPF Euro Pallet Forks... -
Page 25: Parts Section
10. Parts Section 10.1 Ordering Parts Norden Mfg LLC manufactures a quality product that requires very little maintenance or repair. However, should a part break or become damaged, our knowledgeable staff can make sure you receive the part(s) to put your pallet fork back into operation. 10.2 Contact Information... -
Page 26: Epf 5500 Parts Detail
10.4 EPF 5500 Parts Detail Finish Item Quantity Part number Name Euro Pallet Fork frame weldment Black 1028740 Euro Pallet Fork Backrest weldment Black 1027390 Pallet Fork, 1.56x4x48, 5,500 lb cap per pair Black 1006210 Hex flange nut 1/2-13 Zinc 1006170 Type B regular flat washer 1/2 Zinc 1006250 Hex bolt 1/2-13 x 3 x 1.25... - Page 27 Fun Fact: Books like this are sized in multiples of four pages. This is because a single piece of 11” x 17” paper yields four sides of 8 1/2” x 11” paper. EPF Euro Pallet Forks Norden Mfg. LLC (877) 296-5851...
- Page 28 Norden Mfg LLC 4210 Kinsman Rd NW North Bloomfield, OH 44450 www.nordenmfg.com (877) 296-5851 support@nordenmfg.com 1028730 Rev. A Revised 06-2023...