Operator`s manual
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INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
MODEL PF-448
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The Universal model PF-448 Pallet Fork attachment is
designed to fit most double-cylinder front end loaders
with a load-arm center distance of 52 inches or less.
Optional brackets are available to fit both pin-on and
some popular quick coupler front-end loaders. Brackets
must be ordered with the pallet fork attachment to mount
on your loader.
The Universal Pallet Fork can also be used on the rear
3 pt. Cat. II hitch with pin-on brackets and the Optional
#831815 Toplink Bracket.
With the optional #830358 Bushing Kit, a Cat. II Quick
Hitch may be used. (Pin-on brackets and toplink bracket
required.)
The model PF-448 with 48” solid pallet forks can han-
dle loads up to 4,000 lbs. Load ratings are figured with the
load about 24” in front of the fork lift frame and evenly
distributed between the two fork tines.
NOTE: Loaders with only one hydraulic cylinder in the
center of the loader to tilt the bucket or attachment may
be used with the addition of an optional center bracket
(order bracket #830320).
ASSEMBLY – TRACTOR LOADERS
PIN ON ATTACHMENT
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Preview the assembly instructions and the exploded
views of the pallet fork in your operator’s manual and
become familiar as to how the parts or assemblies go
together. For model PF-448, see page 25.
Assemble the two lift brackets on the main frame with
the
5
/
8
” x 3” I.D. U-bolts. Leave the U-bolts loose.
NOTE: The optional lift channel brackets are supplied
with 1” diameter pins to fit your loader. If your loader
requires 1
1
/
8
” pins, it will be necessary for the hole diam-
eter in the channel brackets to be drilled out to 1
5
/
32
”
(1.156”) and ask your dealer to order 1
1
/
8
” diameter pins.
The 1
1
/
8
” pins are part #830318. Be sure to indicate if two
or four 1
1
/
8
” pins are required.
If your loader requires 1
1
/
4
” diameter pins, please ask
your dealer to order adapter bushings (part #830319). Be
sure to indicate how many adapter bushings are required.
NOTE: The Ford (New Holland) models 7109, 7209,
7210, 7309, 7310 and 7410 Pin Type Loaders require
special brackets. Also, Rhino (Alamo) models 2410 and
2491. Order #830330 bracket kit.
NOTE: For loaders that require brackets that provide
additional roll back, order #830335 (1” pins).
Connect the above assembly to the loader arms using
the bottom hole in the channel and attach the upper con-
trol cylinder to the top hole in the lift channels. Center the
main frame (side to side) with your loader arms and
tighten the four (4)
5
/
8
” x 3” U-Bolts.
The lower hole positions in the lift channels can be used
to obtain more angle movement. However, if the frame
becomes too parallel with the loader lift arms, the loader
may not have enough power (mechanical advantage) to
bring the frame back.
NOTE: Generally, it is not recommended to have the tilt
cylinders located any closer than 10-12 inches to the
main loader lift arms. Check the spacing of mounting
pins on your loader bucket and use this as a guide.
NOTE: If tilt cylinders are located too close to the loader
arms, they may go “over center” when fully extended. If
this happens, damage may occur to the cylinders and/or
mounting brackets.
MODELS SSPF-2000, SSPF-3748,
SSPF-442 / 448 & SSPF-5548
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The Skid Steer Pallet Fork models SSPF-2000, SSPF-
3748, SSPF-442/448 and SSPF-5548 are designed for
skid steer power units or tractor loaders having the uni-
versal bucket quick attach system.
The model SSPF-2000 can handle loads up to 2,000
lbs. This unit is for small sized skid steer units and small-
er compact tractor loaders.
The models SSPF-442 and SSPF-448 pallet forks can
handle loads up to 4,000 lbs. The model SSPF-5548 is
rated for loads up to 5,500 lbs. These models are for the
standard size skid steer units and tractors above 40 hp.
Load ratings are figured at half the length of the tines.
MODEL PF-448
ASSEMBLY – QUICK ATTACH
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If your tractor loader has a bucket Quick Attach feature,
check with your dealer on the availability of adapter
brackets for your brand and model loader.
Measure the width of the front adapter on your loader
and locate the Quick Attach brackets on the main frame.
Locate these brackets so the main frame will be centered
on your loader.
Tighten the U-bolts that connect the brackets to the
main frame.