Product Manual

DAWS MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. 8811 GROW DR PENSACOLA, FL 32514 (800) 366-8269
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION!
Working with unfamiliar equipment can lead to careless injuries or even death related injuries. Read this
manual and the manual for the tractor before assembly or operating, to acquaint yourself with the machine
as well as the accessories you will be using on the machine. It is the owner’s responsibility, if the machine is
loaned or rented, or used by anyone other than you, to make certain that the operator, prior to operating, reads
and understands the operator’s manual and is instructed in safe and proper use.
INTRODUCTION
The clamp-on bucket attachment accessories provide you with the ability to leave the bucket on the tractor/
loader and easily convert the bucket to handle hay, pallets, debris, trailers, and more.
CAUTION!
Bucket attachments hold the load in front of the loader bucket. The loader must have a lift capacity 1000 lbs.
greater than the weight of the hay, pallet, trailer, debris, or load to be handled. If the loader does NOT have this
capacity, then a different attachment that requires removal of the bucket should be considered. Never lift a load
that will jeopardize the structural integrity of your bucket.
TRACTOR AND LOADER REQUIREMENTS AND PREPARATION
The required size of the tractor and front loader will be determined by the size and weight of the loads to be
handled. Remember, wet hay or debris can be extremely heavy in relation to similar size dry loads. Always use
a tractor and front loader large enough to safely handle the load. Check the tractor and front loader to make sure
they are in good working condition prior to use. Check all frame mounting bolts to make sure they are tight.
Loaders that attach to the tractor frame rails should have a crosstie installed for stability. Check the hydraulic
system. Be sure the tractor hydraulic oil and lter have been serviced according to the tractor manufacturer’s
recommendations. The operator is responsible for the safe operation of their equipment. The operator must be
properly trained. Operators should be familiar with the tractor/loader, attachment, and all safety practices before
starting operation. Read all safety rules, cautions, and warnings listed throughout this product manual prior to
use.
CAUTION!
Be sure the tractor is in proper working condition and properly equipped with counter weights. Read all safety
precautions and make sure all tractor operators are familiar with the safety rules of tractor operation.
WARNING!
A heavy load can cause instability in driving a tractor/loader. Make sure the front or rear of the tractor is
properly counter balanced with weights. Always drive slowly – especially around turns. An unstable tractor
could steer badly and possibly tip over, causing injury or death. The use of any loader attachment is NOT
recommended on tractors with a tricycle wheel arrangement.
WARNING!
Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened at all
times while operating the machine. Falling off powered unit can result in death from being run over or crushed.
Keep foldable ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times.
SAFETY