Operator`s manual

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INSTRUCTIONS
(continued)
MODELS JDPF-2000 / 5442 / 5448
ATTACHMENT TO PRIME MOVER
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The pallet fork model JDPF-2000 is specifically
designed for John Deere 200 and 300 series loaders. It is
rated for loads up to 2,000 lbs.
The pallet fork models JDPF-5442 and JDPF-5448 are
specifically designed for John Deere 400 and 500 series
loaders. They are rated for loads up to 4,000 lbs.
NOTE: Procedure is the same for all attachments.
Bucket attachment shown.
ATTACHING
1. Extend bucket tilt cylinders to angle attaching brackets
forward.
NOTE: Angle must be greater than that of the
brackets on the rear of the pallet fork.
2. Drive forward, adjusting loader height and position
until the top of the loader bracket engages the hooks
(C) on the pallet fork.
3. Slowly retract the bucket tilt cylinders and raise the
loader so the lower lock pins (F) engage the hole in
the holder strap (E).
4. Continue to retract the tilt cylinders and raise the
loader until the main frame of the pallet fork is vertical.
5. Engage tractor parking brake and/or place transmis-
sion in PARK. Shut off tractor engine and remove key.
6. Install the quick-lock-pin (A) into the pins (F) on each
side of the pallet fork.
Installation is now complete.
NOTE: On attachments with two pins (F), the 200, 300
and 400 series loaders will utilize the upper pin and
the 500 series loader will utilize the lower pin.
DETACHING
1. Engage tractor parking brake and/or place transmis-
sion in PARK. Shut off tractor engine and remove key.
2. Remove the quick lock-pin (A) from each side of
attachment. Store pins in storage position (B).
3. Start engine and lower the pallet fork to the ground.
Extend bucket tilt cylinders until pin (F) releases from
holder strap (E) on each side of attachment. Lower the
loader until holder brackets are free from the hooks.
Back tractor away from attachment.
4. Set parking brake and/or place transmission in PARK.
Shut off engine and remove key.
Always install the quick lock pins on the John
Deere 200, 300, 400, and 500 series loaders. Failure to
install the lock pins may cause injury or death
caused by falling attachment.
WARNING