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MAX Loaders SECTION 1: CONTENTS Section 1 - Introduction Section 4 - Operation Welcome To The Westendorf Family ......2 Safety - Live With It ..........15 Terminology ...............2 Pre-Operation Checklist ..........15 Serial Number Location ..........4 Preparing The Tractor ..........15 Dealer Preparation Checklist ........4 Front Tire Pressure ..........15...
Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. warrants to the original The warranties given herein are given in lieu of all other purchaser only, all new Westendorf equipment to be free warranties, expressed or implied, including without limita- from defects in material and workmanship under normal use tion, the warranty of merchantability and the warranty and service.
This manual provides instructions for the operation and more importantly, have an effect on your safety. care of your Westendorf product. The instructions in this manual must be followed to ensure the safety of persons Know the regulations and laws that apply to you and and satisfactory life of the implement.
Replace missing or damaged safety signs. of machinery. Safety signs and part number locations are identified in Relieve hydraulic this manual. pressure before Replacement safety signs are available from your disconnecting Westendorf dealer at no cost. hydraulic hoses. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
This does not apply to purpose design automated functions e.g. return to dig. Detach loader from tractor to service the tractor. ASABE standard S583 4.6.1 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
This information refers to ASAE S301.3, Front-End Agricultural Loader Ratings and ASAE S390.3, Definitions and Classifications of Agricultural Field Equipment, to EN12525:2000 Agricultural machinery – Front Loaders - Safety. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
These decals are located on the loader and attachments. If any decals become damaged or illegible you can order replacements, free of charge, by writing to: Westendorf Mfg. Co., Inc. PO Box 29 Onawa, IA 51040-0029 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
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These decals are located on the loader and attachments. If any decals become damaged or illegible you can order replacements, free of charge, by writing to: Westendorf Mfg. Co., Inc. PO Box 29 Onawa, IA 51040-0029 WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
9. Lift arms and rollback bucket. Loader is now ready for operation. LOCKED POSITION YOUR LOADER Mounting IS MOUNTED Bracket 5. Extend BUCKET Mounting cylinders to engage Bracket lower tower bushing (A) into mounting bracket, as shown. Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
13. SLOWLY retract BUCKET cylinders Mounting to raise loader Bracket tower bushing (A) from bracket. Once released, loader arms Tower will settle back and rest against bottom of the bucket when in the stored position. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
HOLD BUTTON WHILE raising the loader. from attachment. 4. Look to see that lower coupler pins are extended and locked. CAUTION! Avoid injury from pins. Do not use hands to remove obstructions while pins are under pressure. Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
(1) With Snap-Attach use BC-5000 or 6000, if pin type use BC-4000 (2) Requires Skid Steer Coupler (3) When equipped with HDHC Bucket (4) When ordering for 70 Series loader, requires P-7 Extension Plate (5) Requires 90" Bucket WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
• Position wheels as wide as possible to improve tractor loader before mounting the loader. stability. Keep the bracket mounting instruction stored with this • See your tractor operator’s manual for ballast and tire Operator’s Manual. setting recommendations. Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
To place NOTE If hoses are not supplied by Westendorf Manufacturing control lever in float, lower the bucket or attachment Co., make sure they are of a quality that meets the ASAE S583 standard outline in 4.6.1.
With bucket on the ground and level. Loosen nut dumped, we recommend positioning (A) while holding adjustment plate (B) stationary. INSIDE VIEW the indicator near the center of decal. Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
• Do not attempt to turn while entering the pile. part of equipment • Turning while entering can cause damage to the contacts power lines loader and/or the tractor. or cables. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
• NEVER drop a load and “catch” hydraulically. • Hydraulically stopping a load after it has gained downward momentum can damage the loader and/or tractor. Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
float. Using float will also locate and mark underground prevent surface gouging and the mixing of the surface wires, cables, pipelines and material with the stockpile material. other hazards before digging. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
Grease all zerks noted below every 10-12 hours. Failure to grease the loader may result in premature wear. All zerks can be accessed with the loader on tractor, arms down and the attachment level. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
72" BLADE SB-14 84" BLADE LB-14 90" BLADE 127( *Check width of the bucket and use the part number that matches. If your size is not shown, contact Westendorf Mfg. Co. 5(027( &21752/ &283/(5 & 3$57 '(6&5,37,21 47< QC-4001COM REMOTE COUPLER...
Store the loader inside, if possible, on a solid, level surface. If the loader must be stored outside, cover it with waterproof material. • Drape the hydraulic hoses over the loader to keep them clean and off the ground. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
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MAX Loaders NOTES Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc. WESTENDORFMFG RR315270...
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MAX Loaders SECTION 5: SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WESTENDORFMFG RR315270 Westendorf Manufacturing Co., Inc.
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