Operator’s Guide 30D QFM™ Load Push/Pull WARNING: Lift truck forks are required to support the QFM™ Attachment and load.
Contents Introduction ......................... Daily Inspection ..................... Safety Rules ........................ Load Requirements. .................. Load Handling Loading from Floor ................. Loading from a Stack ................ Unloading on Stacks ................ Loading from Pallets ................ Unloading on Pallets Pallet boards inline with push direction Pallet boards opposite push direction Loading from Truck Trailers .......... Unloading in Truck Trailers ...........
Introduction This guide shows you how to operate the Cascade 30D QFMTM Push/Pull. It will also help avoid common errors which often cause damage to the equipment or the load being carried. Cylinders Faceplate \ I Read this booklet thoroughly BEFORE attempting to operate the attachment. If you have any questions or don’t understand a procedure described in this guide, ask your supervisor. The attachment components referred to in this operator’s guide are illustrated at right.
Daily Inspection Perform the following visual and operation inspections daily before taking the attachment on the job. If item does not check out, report it to your supervisor. Do not operate the attachment on the job until all repairs have been made. See the Service Manual for procedures on repairs. Visual Inspection 0 Check to see that fittings are tight and that hoses are attached securely and do not leak. Cl Check for tightness and correct mounting of mounting bolts, capscrews, nuts, and hooks.
Safety Rules A A Drive carefully and observe traffic rules. Be in full control of the truck at all times. Avoid ruts, bumps, and other hazards that may cause the truck to swerve or tip. A Travel slowly around corners. Sound horn on blind corners. Be careful of tail swing and overhead clearances. Watch where you are going, whether in forward or reverse. Avoid sudden stops and starts.
Load Requirements Slipsheet Unitized Loads Loads must be stacked on the slipsheet tightly together and spaced l/4” behind the bend of the slipsheet tab. Loads to be transported in truck trailers should have the load stretch wrapped or have the top row of the load strapped for load stability. Slipsheets with skid resistant coating or an application of this coating to the slipsheet or load is recommended. The coating reduces sliding of the load on the slipsheet during transit.
Load Handling Loading from Floor 1 n Line up the platens squarely with the load. Extend the faceplate. Raise the platens about 3” above the floor. Tilt the mast forward until the tips of the platens touch the floor. 2 n DO NOT try to pick up a load with the platens flat on the floor. Doing so may rip the slipsheet and/or gouge the bottom layer of cartons. Drive the truck forward until 3 the slipsheet tab fits into the gripper channel opening.
Load Handling Loading from Floor (cont.) Retract the faceplate. The gripper bar will automatically clamp the slipsheet tab. Move forward slowly as the load is being pulled onto the platens. 4 l After pulling the load onto the platens, tilt the mast back and raise the load 3 “-4” above the floor. You are now ready to transport the load.
Load Handling Loading from a Stack 1 n Line up the platens squarely with the load. Extend the faceplate. Raise the platens to just above the slipsheet of the load you are picking up. Tilt the mast forward 3 “-4 O. 2 n Drive the truck forward until 3 the slipsheet tab fits into the gripper channel opening. n NOTE: The faceplate is designed to tilt back 4’ so that it fits flat against the load.
Load Handling Loading from a Stack (cont.) Apply the truck brakes and retract the faceplate. The gripper bar will automatically clamp the slipsheet tab. Pull the load onto the platens. As the load is pulled onto the platens, they will deflect downward. Raise the carriage slightly to compensate for the platen deflection. 4 n DO NOT allow the truck to be pulled forward. The platen tips may gouge the load underneath. OPTIONAL METHOD Drive the truck forward as the load is being pulled onto the platens.
Load Handling Unloading on Stacks 1. Position the load 4” above where it is to be discharged. 2. Tilt the mast forward 3 ’ to 4 O. Lower the platens until the platen tips are about l/2” above the discharging area.
Load Handling Unloading on Stacks (cont.) Place the truck’s transmission in neutral and start the pushing operation. The gripper bar will automatically release the slipsheet tab. As the faceplate moves the load off, the truck will move backward (with light loads drive backward slowly). As the weight is withdrawn from the platens they will deflect upward slightly. Compensate for this by lowering the platens.
Load Handling Loading from Pallets Tilt mast forward 3”-4”. Position the slipsheet tab in the gripper channel opening. 1N Grip the slipsheet tab and raise the platen tips 1 n to allow the platens to enter between the slipsheet and pallet. Retract the faceplate and drive forward at the same rate the load is being pulled onto the platens. 2. Tilt the mast back and back away from the pallet. Lower the load to 3 “-4 Wabove the floor. You are now ready to transport the load. 3.
Load Handling Unloading on Pallets (Pallet Boards lnline with Push Direction) 1 l Position the load squarely 3” above and l/2 over the pallet. Tilt mast forward 3” to 4”. Lower the platen tips onto the pal&. Push the load until it is squarely centered on the pallet. 2 Lift platens slightly. Reverse truck and back away from load at &me speed as load is being pushed off.
Load Handling Unloading on Pallets (Pallet Boards Opposite Push Direction) Position the load squarely 3” above and 4” from the edge of the pallet. 1 n Tilt mast forward 3” to 4”. Lower platen tips to 112 Nabove the pallet. 2. Push load face to front edge of pallet. Reverse truck and back away from load at same speed as load is being pushed off.
Load Handling Loading from Truck Trailers CAUTION: Trailer wheels must be blocked. Read the section for loading from the floor and use the following special techniques. The first loads at the back of the trailer can be removed without a dock plate if the stacking of the loads does not allow proper installation of the dock plate. All remaining loads will require the dock plate. 1= Sideshift away from the trailer wall once the load is on the platens.
Load Handling Unloading in Truck Trailers CAUTION: Trailer wheels must be blocked IMPORTANT: Unit loads should be stabilized by using strapping or stretch wrap. Drive into the trailer and position back of load 12” from face of forward load. Sideshift load against trailer wall. 1. Tilt mast forward 3” to 4”. Lower platen tips to the floor. Place truck transmission in neutral. Push load off platens up against forward load. The slipsheet tab on forward loads must be in the UP position. 2.
Attachment Removal Extend the faceplate to approxl imately 3/4 of its travel on the platen. Position the attachment 2 feet off the ground with the mast in the true vertical position. 1 Position faceplate at 314 travel. Pull out the lower hook locking pins. Swing the lower mounting hooks down and lock in the disengaged position. Push in lower pin. 2 Pull out locking pins. Rotate hooks down and lock in place. n A Raise attachment 2 feet (60 cm).
Attachment Installation WARNING: Adjust the truck forks to a . measurement of 22.5-25.5 in. between the inner edges of the forks. Engage the fork detent pins. 1 22.525.5 (57-6 Position Position the truck carriage in the true vertical position. Lower the forks to the ground. Center the truck carriage behind the attachment. Drive forward to fully engage the truck upper carriage bar with the attachment upper hooks. Raise the attachment 1 or 2 in. carriage and forks. 2.
Attachment Installation Connect the attachment hoses to the truck quick change hydraulic couplers. Route the hoses to avoid interference with the mast. 4 n Upper Carriage In order to conform to industry standard practice, the hoses should be connected to the truck auxiliary valve as indicated by the chart.
Attachment Operation Solenoid Adaption Solenoid adaption allows two function controls for a single auxiliary valve lift truck. Two Function The addition of two function solenoid adaption (674303) allows the operator to control the push/pull function and the sideshift function with the same lever. A special knob, with a push button, is installed on the truck lever.
OSHA Regulations Industrial Trucks and Attachments (Specific Regulations from OSHA 1910.178) A WARNING: The safe operation and maintenance of industrial trucks is regulated by Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) regulations 1910.178 and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Safety Standard for Powered Industrial Trucks, ANSI 856.1-1969. When operating and maintaining industrial trucks equipped with attachments you should pay particular attention to the following sections of these regulations.
OSHA Regulations (5iii)When the operator of an industrial truck is dismounted and within 25 feet of the truck still in his view, the load engaging means shall be fully lowered, controls neutralized and the brakes set to prevent movement. (6) A safe distance shall be maintained from the edge of ramps or platforms while on any elevated dock or platform or freight car. Trucks shall not be used for openrng or closing freight doors.
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