Pallet Forks and Bale Spears Set - 2000 lbs - Parts & Manual

·       Ensure the harness is securely locked in place on the tractor when installing;

·       Ensure that the forks are properly attached to the top and bottom rails and that the safety lock on the top is engaged;

·       Ensure that the spring pins behind the hay spears are in place and that the snap ring is closed to lock the pin in place;

·       Wear safety boots when operating machinery;

·       NEVER step or stand under the pallet fork and hay spears assembly.

·       ALWAYS maintain a safe distance with the machinery;

·       The operator is responsible for the safety of people and property around him. Be alert to your surroundings;

·       Never exceed the limits indicated on the label bearing the serial number;

·       Drive the spears fully into the hay bale until the bale is against the harness;

·       Enter pallet forks fully under the load and that at least 2/3 of its length is supported;

·       Raise the load vertically until it no longer touches the ground, then tilt it backward;

·       Ensure that the load does not catch into neighboring loads or any other objects;

·       Do not raise or lower the forks or spears before fully stopping the tractor and applying the handbrake;

·       Tilt the load backwards;

·       Ride with the forks or spikes as close to the ground as possible with the harness angled backward (usually 10 to 15 cm (4 to 6 in.) above ground).

·       Avoid sudden stops;

·       Ensure there is sufficient headroom before entering or leaving a space, and lifting the forks or spears;

·       Do not lift the load when the tractor is on an inclined terrain;

·       Never transport anyone on the implement, forks, spears, harness;

·       When parking the tractor with the hay spikes in place, tilt the spears down so they are perpendicular to the ground.

·       When parking the tractor with only the pallet forks in place, lower the loader to the ground making sure the forks are resting on the ground.