GC- Wheel Loader Grapples - Manual

GrabTec© Grabtecwww.grabtec.comemail: sales@grabtec.comFeb 2009Install Center/Shipping/Receiving:1242 Arizona AveLarchwood, IA 51241(888) 857-8952(712) 477-2675FAX (712) 477-2500MODELSGB77, GB83, GB89Backhoe GrappleOWNER’S MANUALIncludes all Installation InstructionsMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualPREFACEThis manual describes the installation, operation and maintenance of the Grabtec grapple. Please read and understand this manual in its entirety before performing installation, opera-tion, or maintenance procedures to ensure the satisfactory performance and durability of the grapple. Read and follow all safety and precautionary notes included in this text. Any questions related to this product should be directed to Grabtec Customer Service at1-888-857-8952 (712- 477-2675).CONTENTSSafety Statements 2General Precautions 2Installing Mount Kit onto the Bucket 3-7Trimming “Universal” Mounts to Fit Bucket 8-9Assembly of Grapple onto the Bucket 10-12Quick-Disconnecting the Grapple from the Bucket 13-14Quick-Connecting the Grapple to the Bucket 15-16Adjustment of the Support Plates 17Maintenance 18Parts Listing (Index on page 19) 19-27Identifying Grapple Model & Serial Number 28Product Changes and Serial Break Info 28Specifications 29Warranty 30Return Policy 311MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualDANGERWARNINGCAUTIONCAUTIONSAFETY STATEMENTSThis statement is used where serious injury or death will result if the instruc-tions are not followed properly.This statement is used where serious injury or death could result if the instruc-tions are not followed properly.This statement is used where minor injury could result if the instructions are not followed properly.This statement is used where equipment or property damage could result if the instructions are not followed properly.GENERAL PRECAUTIONS? READ MANUAL PRIOR TO INSTALL or OPERATIONImproper installation, operation, or maintenance of this equipment could result in serious injury or death. Operators and maintenance personnel should read all manuals related to this equipment thoroughly before beginning installation, operation, or maintenance.? AVOID ESCAPING FLUID that is under PRESSUREEscaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Relieve pres-sure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Keep hands and body away from pinholes and nozzles which eject fluids under high pressure.? PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRISWhen driving connection pins, always guard against injury from flying pieces of metal or debris. WEAR GOGGLES OR SAFTEY GLASSES.? SUPPORT RAISED EQUIPMENTDo not work under raised loader booms, buckets or grapples without supporting them. Lower booms, buckets and grapples onto blocks.? DO NOT MODIFY GRAPPLEDo not modify the grapple in any way without written authorization and instructions from Grabtec Customer Service at 1-888-857-8952 (712-477-2675). Modifications may weaken the integrity of the grapple and may impair the function, safety, usable life, and perfor-mance of the grapple.? DO NOT IMPROPERLY USE GRAPPLEGrapples are designed to be used as material handling tools for loading or transporting material that can be safely contained in the bucket the grapple is mounted on. Uses outside this method of material handling must be approved by Grabtec.2811R380280768075801R767777379 752813761L763791LMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualINSTALLING MOUNT KITONTO THE BUCKETNOTEA mounting kit includes parts for each the left and right side of the bucket. Each side is usu-ally identical to the other. The purpose of the diagram is to identify various parts of the kit. The spacers, alignment pins, and positioning template are used only during installation of the kit. They are purchased separately from the mounting kit. Your mount kit either included hook plates that are shaped to fit your bucket (like the ones shown on this page) or the hook plates are universal and need to be trimmed to fit (see pages 8-9 in this manual.)MOUNT KIT (with Optional Assembly Kit items shown)3ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY / KIT1L HOOK PLATE, LEFT 21R HOOK PLATE, RIGHT 22 DOUBLER PLATE (NOT REQ’D FOR ALL KITS) 23 COLLAR (1.28” ID) 477 SUPPORT PLATE 275 SET SCREW, 3/4 X 4 476 JAM NUT, 3/4 881 J-HOOK 2ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY / KIT80 SPACER, 1/2” THICK, 2 X 4 479 ALIGNMENT PIN (1.27” DIA. x 11 LONG) 282 POSITIONING TEMPLATE (3 PIECES) 1Mount KitAssembly Kit(Optional)NOTE:Shape and appear-ance of items 1L, 1R and 2 will depend on the application. This image is for reference only.Item82MODEL ‘GB GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualINSTALLING MOUNT KITONTO THE BUCKETSTEP 1 (See Figure 1)This step is best done on a large bench. Slide the hook pin of the torque tube assembly into each “hook” of the hook plates. Slide the alignment pin through the long tapered sleeve of the torque tube and align it with the two 2” diameter holes of the hook plates. Slide a collar onto each end of the alignment pin and into the large holes of the hook plates so that the collars are flush with the inside of the hook plates. Insert one 1/2” thick spacer on each side of the torque tube and clamp the hook plates to the torque tube so that the space between the hook plates is 7”.4Fig. 1HOOK PINHOOK PLATESPACERS7”ALIGNMENTPINTORQUETUBEASSEMBLYCOLLARFig. 2Fig. 3STEP 2 (See Figure 2)It is easier to work on the bucket when it has been removed from the loader. Put the bucket in the position shown and support it.STEP 3 (See Figure 3)Position the mount assembly made in Step on the back of the bucket and support it. The exact position will be determined in the next Step.MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualINSTALLING MOUNT KITONTO THE BUCKETFig. 4MODEL GRAPPLE OVERALL WIDTH CENTER-TO-CENTER OF MOUNTS**GB77 77” 54” +/- 6”GB83 83” 60” +/- 6”GB89 89” 66” +/- 6”** The mounts can be installed with a center-to-center spacing up to 6” wider than the standard spacing that is listed. However, the hydraulic branch hoses that are included with your grapple (see Items 2 & 3 on page 26) are only long enough for the standard center-to-center spacing.1-1/4” DIA. SHAFT5STEP 4 (See Figure 4)Place and support both mounts onto the back of the bucket. Each mount must be square with the other and square to the bucket so that the grapple does not bind as is rotates. The best results can be achieved by running a long 1-1/4” shaft or pipe through the grapple pivot holes on the torque tubes. The best center-to-center distance to use depends on the width of the grapple and also the presence of any obstructions on the back of the bucket, such as gussets or splash guards. Use the following table to help determine what center-to-center position of the mounts would work best in your application. If you need help deter-mining what Model you have, see page 28. Once the location is finalized, mark all surfaces of the bucket where they contact the mounts. Sandblast or wire brush the bucket paint away in these areas so that all welding will be done on bare metal.CENTER-TO-CENTERMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualINSTALLING MOUNT KITONTO THE BUCKETSTEP 5 (See Figure 5)Once the mounts are square and properly spaced, tack the four hook plates to the bucket. DO NOT TACK OR WELD THE COLLARS.Fig. 6Fig. 7STEP 6 (See Figure 6)Remove clamps, spacers, collars, alignment pins and long alignment shaft from the mounts. STEP 7 (See Figure 7)Weld the hook plates (and doubler plate if applicable) to the bucket. A welder using 0.045 wire and capable of 250-300 amps works best. A 3/8” single-pass, continuous fillet weld is required for all parts that are being welded to the bucket.6Fig. 5HOOK PLATESTACK TACKTACKTACKCOLLARMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualINSTALLING MOUNT KITONTO THE BUCKETSTEP 8 (See Figure 8)With the bucket tilted forward, re-install the torque tube assemblies into the mounts. The downward tilt of the bucket will keep the weight of the torque tubes properly engaged in the hooks of the hook plates. Also install the collars into the hook tubes with the help of the alignment pin. The insides of the collars should be flush with the insides of the hook plates.Fig. 8 Fig. 9Fig. 10STEP 9 (See Figure 9)Re-install the shaft that was used in Step 4 to square the torque tubes.STEP 10 (See Figure 10)Once you are comfortable with the position of the collars, tack the collars in their perma-nent position. If the tacks cause the collars to tighten up on the alignment pin(s), a few taps with a hammer on the collars should re-align them.TACKALIGNMENT PINCOLLAR71-1/4” DIA. SHAFTTACKSTEP 11 (See Figure 11)Weld the collars in their permanent position. Note that there is welding on the outside of the hook plates only since the collars are flush with the insides of the hook plates.Fig. 11STEP 12Paint hook plates and all sand blasted areas. MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualTRIMMING “UNIVERSAL” MOUNTSTO FIT THE BUCKETNOTE8Fig. 1 Fig. 2Top HoleTack Weld the three parts to-getherPositioning TemplateTipAPPROX. 3"Top HoleTipSTEP 1 (See Figure 1)The positioning template is furnished in 3 parts. Tack weld the three parts together as shown. STEP 2 (See Figure 2)Position the template over the bucket so that the tip of the template (which represents the tips of the grapple teeth) is in the desired position. Please note that the tip should be ap-proximately 3” above the ground. If the tip is inside the bucket, or within 1” of the cutting edge or cutting edge bolt, it is possible for the grapple teeth to contact them when the grapple is dismounted. IGNORE THIS SECTION IF YOU RECEIVED A MOUNT KIT MADE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC BUCKET (which hap-pens 99% of the time - this Section is rarely needed) Grabtec Inc will make every effort to provide a Mount Kit that is designed to fit your bucket and will locate the grapple in the proper poistion. However, rare cases do occur when a “universal” mount kit is all that can be supplied. The four 3/4” thick hook plates that are included in the mount kit will need to be trimmed to fit the profile of your bucket and to position the grapple properly in respect to the cutting edge of the bucket.AdministratorHighlight24"29"45°MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualTRIMMING “UNIVERSAL” MOUNTSTO FIT THE BUCKETFig. 3Top HoleTip of toothUniversalHook plateHook plateafter trimmingFig. 4Top Hole9STEP 3 (See Figure 3)If you did not purchase the optional template like the one used in Steps 1 and 2, another way to know the relation between the top hook plate hole and the position of the grapple teeth is by taking a few measurements. In Figure 3, notice that the tip of the grapple teeth will be 24 inches below the top hole and 29 inches in front of it. The proper angle of the top edge of the hook plate is 45 degrees as shown. Typically, you want the grapple teeth 2-3 inches above the very front of the cutting edge. From this imaginary point, measure back 29 inches and up 24 inches and you will know approximately where the top hole of the hook plates has to be.STEP 4 (See Figure 4Once you know where the top hole of the hook plate should be located on your bucket, you must transfer the profile (shape) of the bucket onto the universal hook plates so that they can be trimmed to fit. Please note that the shape of the trimmed hook in Figure 4 is for dem-onstration only and may not look anything like the shape required for your bucket.IGNORE THIS SECTION IF YOU RECEIVED A MOUNT KIT MADE FOR YOUR SPECIFIC BUCKET (which hap-pens 99% of the time - this Section is rarely needed)AdministratorHighlightMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualASSEMBLY OF GRAPPLE ONTO BUCKETWARNINGUSE A CRANE OR A HOIST TO LIFT ALL ITEMS THAT WEIGH MORE THAN 50 LBSSTEP 1 (See Figure 1)Position torque tube assembly onto the mount that is welded on the bucket and secure the torque tube with the retaining pin.Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3NOTEReviewing the Parts Listing found later in this Manual will assist in relating the part descriptions in the Instructions with items used for assemblySTEP 2 (See Figure 2)Using a 1-1/4” diameter chrome pivot pin, connect the pivot assembly to the torque tube. In preparation for the installation of the cylinder, lift and support the pivot assembly as shown. Secure the pivot pin using a 3/8 x 2-1/2 bolt and nylock nut.CAUTIONThe zero-maintenance feature of the pivot pins and pivot housings of the Grabtec grapple is dependant upon proper care when installing the pins. Please read the “Maintenance” section of this manual before installing any of the pivot pins.10STEP 3 (See Figure 3)Install a cylinder between the torque tube and pivot assembly as shown. The two cylinders that came with the grapple are identical, there is not a right and a left cylinder. Secure the pins using 3/8 x 2-1/2 bolts and nylock nuts (not the snap lock pins that are in the picture).MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualFig. 3Fig. 4STEP 4 (See Figure 4)Bolt the outer tooth bars to the center tube using (8) 3/4 x 2 bolts and top-lock nuts. 11Fig. 5Fig. 6STEP 5 (See Figure 5)Lift the tooth tube up to the pivot tubes and drop the long 3/4” bolts into the upper clamp plates.STEP 6 (See Figure 6)Install the two lower clamp plates, center the tooth tube between the pivot tubes and tighten the nuts .STEP 7 (See Figure 7)Install the teeth using the 3/4 x 2-1/2 bolts and top-lock nuts. Be sure to place hardened washers under the bolt heads and under the nuts.Fig. 7MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualFig. 8STEP 8 (See Figure 8)Install the stand legs using the 3/4” diameter clevis pins and hairpin cotters. 12Fig. 9STEP 9 (See Figure 9)Install the support plates, set screws and jam nuts. See page 17 for details on installing these items and how they are used for adjustments.STEP 11 (See Figure 11 Your mount kit included (2) J-hooks. Weld one of these hooks on each side of the bucket in such a position that they keep the supply hoses from getting pinched when the bucket is rolled all the way back. Fig. 10Fig. 11J-HOOKJ-HOOKTEEsSTEP 10 (See Figure 10)Install supply hoses and tees that go inbetween the cylinders. The lengths of these hoses depend on the grapple model. Use the hose connection sketch on page 26 as a guide. It is important that each tee is supplying the proper ports on the cylinders so that the cylinders work together. A short piece of hose wrap (26” long) should go between the cylinder ports and the hose clamp on the back of the torque tube. Longer lengths of hose wrap can be installed between the hose clamps and the tees. The position of the tees (bucket center, left, or right) will depend on where the loader’s auxiliary hoses are located on the loader boom. MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualQUICK-DISCONNECTING THE GRAPPLE FROMTHE BUCKET13STEP 1(See Figure 1)Drive bucket over level, hard ground and tilt it forward as shown. Move the parking stands to their park position, making sure that the pad of the stand is facing the ground.STEP 2 (See Figure 2)Note how the bucket is tilted downward enough so that the retaining pin is below hook pin. This will ensure that the weight of the grapple is restrained by the hook pin. Pull out the re-taining pins that secure the grapple to the mounts. If the pins are difficult to remove, it may be necessary to adjust the support plates. See the section titled “Adjustment of the Support Plates” found later in this manual.WARNING? DO NOT STAND IN FRONT OF THE BUCKET AND GRAPPLE WHEN PERFORMING STEP 2. STAND TO THE SIDE.Fig. 1 Fig. 2RETAININGPINMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualQUICK-DISCONNECTING THE GRAPPLE FROMTHE BUCKET14Fig. 3Fig. 4Fig. 5STEP 3 (See Figure 3)Disconnect the grapple hydraulic hoses from the wheel loader’s auxiliary supply. STEP 4 (See Figure 4)Lower the bucket and grapple to the ground so that the stand legs and the outer curved edge of the teeth touch the ground at about the same time.STEP 5 (See Figure 5)Rotate the bucket to un-hook the mounts from the hook pins of the grapple and back away. MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualFig. 3QUICK-CONNECTING THE GRAPPLE TO THE BUCKET15STEP 3 (See Figure 3)Insert the retaining pins that secure the grapple to the mounts. If the pins are difficult to in-stall, it may be necessary to adjust the support plates. See the section titled “Adjustment of the Support Plates” found later in this manual.STEP 2 (See Figure 2)Hook the mounts into the hook pins of the grapple and begin rotating the bucket until the grapple is just slightly lifted off the ground and the weight of the grapple is still supported by the hook pins.STEP 1 (See Figure 1)Approach the grapple with the floor of the bucket nearly straight up and down.Fig. 1 Fig. 2HOOK PINHOOK PINFig. 3MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualQUICK-CONNECTING THE GRAPPLE TO THE BUCKET16STEP 4 (See Figure 4)Connect the grapple hydraulic hoses to the backhoe’s auxiliary supply.STEP 5 (See Figure 5)Place the stand legs in their store position.Fig. 4Fig. 5MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualADJUSTMENT OF THE SUPPORT PLATESThe Grabtec grapples have a unique feature in that they can be quickly disconnected from the bucket by removing two pins. There are two critical requirements that allow the pins to be removed easily (by hand). The first is that the mounts were installed correctly and that the collars that the pins slide through are properly aligned with the grapple. The second is that the support plates are adjusted correctly. SUPPORTPLATESET SCREWJAM NUTRETAINING PINTO ADJUST THE SUPPORT PLATES UPWARDLoosen the lower jam nut. Turn the top jam nut clockwise while keeping the set screw from turning. When proper adjustment is achieved, tighten both jam nuts.NOTETO ADJUST THE SUPPORT PLATES DOWNWARDLoosen the top jam nut. Turn the lower jam nut counter-clockwise while keeping the set screw from turning. When proper adjustment is achieved, tighten both jam nuts.FUNCTIONWhen turned in the proper directions, the jam nuts and set screws can raise or lower the support plate. The support plate is “supporting” the grapple. When the support plate is moved, the grapple rotates about the hook pin and the upper holes in the mount that the re-taining pin slides through can be better aligned with the long sleeve in the grapple. As the alignment improves, the retaining pin is more easily installed (or pulled out).HOOK PIN17The photo below shows the grapple when the bucket is flat on the ground. For best results, adjustment of the support plates should take place when the weight of the grapple is being supported by the hook pins, as shown in Fig 2 of “Quick Disconnecting the grapple from the Bucket” on Page 13.MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualMAINTENANCEThe pivots on each end of the cylinders and the main pivots for the grapple frame are equipped with zero-maintenance bushings. There are no grease zerks on the grapple. Each end of the bushing housings are equipped with wiper-style dust seals to keep out debris. This pin system has proven to provide years and years of service in severe duty environ-ments, provided the following precautions are met:NOTE? IF YOU REMOVE A PIVOT PIN, MAKE SURE IT IS CLEAN AND DRY BE-FORE YOU REINSTALL IT.? IF YOU REMOVE A PIVOT PIN, DO NOT PERFORM ANY GRINDING OR WELDING THAT WOULD ALLOW PARTICLES TO ENTER THE BEARING HOUSING.? DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LUBRICATE THE PINS WITH ANYTHING. ? IF A DUST SEAL (WIPER SEAL) THAT PROTECTS THE BEARING HOUS-ING IS DAMAGED, REPLACE IT.? DO NOT REPLACE A PIVOT PIN WITH ANYTHING OTHER THAN A GRABTEC PIVOT PIN MADE FOR YOUR GRAPPLE MODEL. THE EX-TREMELY DURABLE AND HARD CHROME FINISH OF THE GRABTEC PINS IS IMPORTANT FOR THE LIFE OF THE BUSHINGS AND FOR THE RESISTANCE TO CORROSION IN THE PIN HOUSING.PROCEDURE INTERVAL NOTESCheck for hydraulic fluid leaks Daily Look at hose connections and hose fittingsCheck bolt tightness Daily Torque 3/4-10 nuts to 310 ft-lbsCheck for build-up around pivot areas Daily Remove ice, ground hay or any other debris from all pivot areas.18MAINTENANCE PROCEDURESMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualPARTS INDEX192/19/2009GBDRAWING ID#:PART INDEXPRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION: -DRAWING DATE:GB-3PIVOT ASSEMBLYPage 21THIS DRAWING)(NOT SHOW ONAND FITTINGSHYDRAULIC HOSESPage 22-23TOOTH TUBEPage 20TORQUE TUBEHOSES & FITTINGSPage 26CYLINDERPage 24-25MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualTORQUE TUBE20ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Approx.Weight (LBS)QTY. SHOWN1 98441 LYNCH PIN, 7/16 X 1-3/4 0.1 12 60129 PIN, 1-1/4 X 8-3/4 3.0 23 GC010 LOCK PIN ASSEMBLY 6.0 14 90800 TWIN HOSE CLAMP 0.3 15 98201 BOLT, 3/8 X 2-1/2, GR8, ZP 0.1 26 98006 NUT, 3/8-16 NYLOCK, ZP 0.0 27 GB002 TORQUE TUBE, GB 134.1 1GBDRAWING ID#:TORQUE TUBEPRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION: -DRAWING DATE: 2/19/2009GB-346223751566MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualPIVOT ASSEMBLY21DRAWING ID#:PIVOT TUBEPRODUCT MODEL: GC,GB DRAWING REVISION: -DRAWING DATE: 2/19/2009GB-3ITEMNO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox.Weight (LBS)QTY SHOWN1 GC001 PIVOT ASSEMBLY 126.1 12 GA005 STAND LEG ASSEMBLY 16.5 13 GC004 COMBO CLAMP PLATE 9.8 14 60129 PIN, 1-1/4 X 8-3/4 3.0 15 98550 COMPOSITE BEARING, 1.25 BORE, 3.125 LONG 0.2 16 94221 PIN SEAL, 1.25 ID x 1.75 OD x 5/16 Thick 0.0 27 98401 PIN, ZINC PLATED, 3/4 X 3 0.3 28 98431 HAIRPIN COTTER, ZINC, 2-11/16 OAL 0.1 29 98209 BOLT, 3/4-10 UNC, GR8 ZN, 3" LONG 0.1 410 98201 BOLT, 3/8 X 2-1/2, GR8, ZP 0.1 111 98015 NUT, 3/4-10 UNC TOP LOCK, PLATED 0.0 412 98006 NUT, 3/8-16 NYLOCK, ZP 0.0 1695610412 7788129311MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualTOOTH TUBES (5-TOOTH)22GC,GBDRAWING ID#:TOOTH TUBE (5 TOOTH MODELS)PRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION:DRAWING DATE:-12/16/2007GB-S24557776632162ITEM NO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox. Weight (LBS)QTYSHOWN2 GC003 TOOTH BAR 56.4 23 60121 TOOTH 16.3 54 98207 BOLT, 3/4-10 UNC, GR8 ZN, 2" LONG 0.1 85 98212 BOLT, 3/4-10 UNC, GR8 ZN, 2-1/2" LONG 0.1 106 98015 NUT, 3/4-10 UNC TOP LOCK, PLATED 0.0 187 98131 HARDENED WASHER, ZP, 3/4 0.1 20ITEM MODEL PART NUMBER APPROX. WEIGHT1 GB83 GC932 62.81 GB89 GC938 71.7MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualTOOTH TUBES (4-TOOTH)23DRAWING ID#:TOOTH TUBE (4 TOOTH MODELS)PRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION:DRAWING DATE:-12/16/2007GC,GBGB-S25577766321642ITEM NO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox. Weight (LBS)QTYSHOWN2 GC003 TOOTH BAR 56.4 23 60121 TOOTH 16.3 44 98207 BOLT, 3/4-10 UNC, GR8 ZN, 2" LONG 0.1 85 98212 BOLT, 3/4-10 UNC, GR8 ZN, 2-1/2" LONG 0.1 86 98015 NUT, 3/4-10 UNC TOP LOCK, PLATED 0.0 167 98131 HARDENED WASHER, ZP, 3/4 0.1 16ITEM MODEL PART NUMBER APPROX. WEIGHT1 GB71 GC920 38.51 GB77 GC926 47.4MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualCYLINDER, GENERAL2418SEE NOTE 1SEE NOTE 2419185 61975131719219ASSEMBLED CYLINDER IS BEARINGS (ITEM 18) MUST BE ORDERED SEPARATELY.GC121.PART # 94407PAGE FOR DETAILS)CYLINDER (SEE NEXT SEAL KIT FOR THIS THE PIN SEALS (ITEM 19) AND THE PART NUMBER FOR AN TO 100-150 FT-LBS WHEN INSTALLING INTO TUBE.2. PUT REMOVABLE (BLUE) THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE TO THREADS AND TIGHTEN GLAND 1. PUT REMOVABLE (BLUE) THREAD LOCKING ADHESIVE TO THREADS.NOTES:ITEM NO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox. Weight (LBS)QTY. SHOWN1 GC123 TUBE ASSEMBLY (GC), AGILE 0.0 12 GC022 ROD ASSEMBLY 12.2 13 90159 GLAND, GC 1.83 14 90109 PISTON, GC 2.66 15 90510C ADAPTER, -8 MJIC -6MORB 0.12 26 90513A BULKHEAD ADAPTER W/NUT, 45 DEG. MJIC -08 0.35 17 GC024 FLUID LINE ASSEMBLY, GC 0.49 117 98712 SOCKET SET SCREW, CUP 1/4-20 X 3/8 LONG 0.0 218 98550 COMPOSITE BEARING, 1.25 BORE, 3.125 LONG 0.2 219 94221 PIN SEAL, 1.25 ID x 1.75 OD x 5/16 Thick 0.0 4DRAWING ID#:GC121 CYLINDER PARTS, GENERALPRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION:DRAWING DATE:-2/10/2009GC121SMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualCYLINDER, DETAIL25SEE NOTE 1.14SECTION B-B SCALE 1 : 1.5597 5316 4 11 1011281213SEE NOTE 2.GLANDPISTON ROD ASSEMBLYB BPART # 94407THIS CYLINDERSEAL KIT FOR THE O-RING.WIDE, THEN THE BACK-UP WASHERS ARE USED - ONE ON EACH SIDE OF GROOVE IN THE STEM OF THE ROD IS .142 WIDE. IF THE GROOVE IS .242 THE SAME DIAMETER AS THIS O-RING ARE NOT NECESSARY IF THE 2. THE (2) SMALL BACK-UP WASHERS THAT COME IN THE SEAL KIT AND ARE DEFORMS INTO THE THREADS OF THE ROD STEM (ITEM 1).1. TIGHTEN SET SCREW (ITEM 13) UNTIL THE NYLON BALL (ITEM 14) NOTES:ITEM NO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox. Weight (LBS) QTYIncluded with Seal Kit 94407?1 GC022 ROD ASSEMBLY 12.2 1 N2 90159 GLAND, GC 1.83 1 N3 90109 PISTON, GC 2.66 1 N4 94107 BACK UP RING, -141, 2-1/2" OD 0.00 1 Y5 94192 CAST IRON RING, 2-1/2" OD X 3/16" WIDE 0.02 2 N6 94123 O-RING, -141, 2-5/16 ID X 2-1/2 OD, N70 0.00 1 Y7 94122 O-RING, -137, 2-1/16 ID X 2-1/4 OD, N70 0.00 1 Y8 94121 O-RING, -117, 13/16 ID X 1 OD, N70 0.00 1 Y9 94154 POLYHONE (HYTREL), 2.50 OD 0.00 1 Y10 94170 SEAL, U-CUP, 1.5 X 1.875 X 5/16 0.01 1 Y11 94185 WEAR RING, ROD, 1-1/2 X 3/8" WIDE 0.02 2 Y12 94212 WIPER, 1.50 ROD, TYPE "D" 0.01 1 Y13 98712 SOCKET SET SCREW, CUP 1/4-20 X 3/8 LONG 0.0 2 N14 90313 NYLON BALL, 3/16, GRADE 2 0.00 1 NDRAWING ID#:GC121 CYLINDER PARTS, DETAILPRODUCT MODEL: DRAWING REVISION:DRAWING DATE:-2/10/2009GC121SMODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualHOSE CONNECTIONS26ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION1 90500 TEE, FACE SEAL, -08, MALE/MALE/FEMALE2 VARIES ** BRANCH HOSE, SHORT3 VARIES ** BRANCH HOSE, LONG4 GC121 CYLINDER31GRAPPLE 'OPEN'4GRAPPLE 'CLOSE'GRAPPLE 'CLOSE'221GRAPPLE 'OPEN'43GRAPPLE 'OPEN' TEE** All hoses shown are 3/8" ID and rated for 4000 PSI. One end is a -8 JIC female swivel and the other end is a -8 face seal female swivel.GRAPPLE 'CLOSE' TEEDRAWING REVISION: -2/12/2009DRAWING DATE:DRAWING ID#:HOSE CONNECTIONSPRODUCT MODEL: GCGC-S3MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleGrabTecOwner’s ManualMOUNT KIT PARTS2745221765 3MOUNT KITPRODUCT MODEL: GB DRAWING REVISION: -DRAWING DATE: 2/19/2009DRAWING ID#: GB-3ITEMNO.PARTNUMBER DESCRIPTIONApprox.Weight (LBS)QTY SHOWN1 42000 LUG 3.19 22 60108 BUCKET LUG COLLAR 0.691 23 40098 BLOCK WITH HOLE 1.18 24 98711 SET SCREW, 3/4 X 4, SQ. HEAD, CUP 0.6 25 98012 JAM NUT, 3/4 NC, ZN 0.1 46 40096 SUPPORT PLATE, GC 8.80 17 40099 DOUBLER PLATE 4.73 1MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleOwner’s Manual28IDENTIFYING YOUR GRAPPLE MODEL & SERIAL #The Serial plate is typically found on the rear of the right side torque tube. The serial plate shows the Model and Serial number of your grapple. The plate also shows the part numbers for a replacement Center tube or replacement tooth.PRODUCT CHANGES AND SERIAL BREAK INFOGC83 GC932 60121 20106 Revision IDModelsAffectedStarting Serial #Ending Serial #Revision Details Parts Affected See Pages- All GB models 18000 20314 None - original design N/A N/AB5Feb 2008All GB models 20315 - Updated Cylinder design Cylinder GC011 replaced with Cylinder GC021. Cylinders are interchangeable, but all internal parts are different.-B9Nov 2008All GB models 20523 - Set screws for support plates increased to 3/4 diameterSupport plates, set screws, jams nuts 27B10Feb 2009All GB models 20600 - Switched cylinder supplier. Radius added to the cylinder rod stem. The chamfered edge on the piston ID changed to a radiused edge.Cylinder GC021 is now GC121. Complete cyl-inders are interchangeable. Seal kits remain the same. 24,25MODEL ‘GB’ GrappleOwner’s ManualSPECIFICATIONS29‘GB’ QUICK-ATTACH MODELSMODEL GRAPPLE WIDTH [W]NO. of TEETH INSTALLED WEIGHTGB77 77” 4 1055 lbsGB83 83” 5 1080 lbsGB89 89” 5 1090 lbsAPPLICABLE BACKHOEBUCKET SIZE1.0 - 1.6 YD3MODELMODEL“GB”“GB”General Specifi cations for Model ‘GB’ GrappleMax. Opening, Ground to teeth 82”Number of Teeth available 4 or 5Tooth thickness and material 3/4” Gr. 80 (80,000 psi yield) steelTeeth replaceable? yes, each tooth secured by (2) 3/4” Gr. 8 boltsMax. Clamping force at tips of teeth with 3750 psi 6,800 lb.Grapple opening time with 15GPM 2.5 sec. (fl ow to cylinders is not restricted. Cylinders feature in-ternal hydraulic cushioning at end of stroke in both directions)Depth of typical bucket for proper fi tment (see dimension “D” above) 27”-35”Bore and stroke of cylinders 2.50 inch bore and 14.9” strokeCylinder Pressure rating 4,000 psiDiameter of main grapple pivot pins 1.25”Diameter of cylinder pivot pins 1.25”Pivot pin bushing and seal info Self-Lubricating, zero-maintenance, replaceable bushings with dust seals on each on of bushing.Custom fi tment The Quick-attach models are custom designed for the bucket already on the backhoe.General type of steel used for grapple construction T-1 (100,000 psi yield) and Grade 80 (80,000 psi yield)82"45"19"D WGrabTecOwner’s ManualWARRANTY301242 Arizona AveLarchwood, IA 51241712-477-2675888-857-8952712-477-2500 FAXGrabtec warrants its grapples against faulty design, material, and workmanship for a period of one year from date of delivery or 2,000 hours, whichever comes first. The composite bushings located at cylinder and grapple pivot points are warranted against breakage or loss of their self-lubricating properties for three years or 5,000 hours, whichever comes first. Refer to the Maintenance section of the Owner’s Manual for proper care and precautions concerning the pivot bushings. The warranted coverage on the grapples or pivot bushings is for the parts only, not for labor to disassemble or reas-semble the grapple or to remove or reinstall the bushings or for shipping costs.If Grabtec installs the mounts on the bucket, Grabtec warrants the mounts against faulty design, ma-terial, or workmanship for a period of one year from date of delivery or 2,000 hours, whichever comes first. If Grabtec does not install the mounts, Grabtec warrants the mounts against faulty material for a period of one year from date of delivery or 2,000 hours, whichever comes first.If Grabtec provides mounts that were designed with information supplied by the customer, Grabtec will not warranty the mounts against improper fitment. Grabtec will make every effort to design mounts that fit with minimal reshaping, but accepts no responsibility for the customer’s ability to take accurate measurements of the bucket. If Grabtec provides mounts based on the fact that the custom-er’s bucket is one that Grabtec has previously designed mounts for, Grabtec accepts no responsibil-ity on manufacturing tolerances or design changes to the bucket made by the bucket manufacture that result in mounts that do not fit without a significant amount of reshaping.OEM components not manufactured by Grabtec are warranted by Grabtec against failure from im-proper installation for one year from date of delivery date. Examples of OEM components would be cylinders and cylinder components, hose clamps, hoses, and assembly hardware such as bolts and nuts.Dealer labor rate charges on approved repairs shall not exceed 70% of dealer regular hourly rate. Overtime charges need prior written approval. Claims received 30 days past the repair date will not be considered for warranty.Warranty is void if grapples are modified in any manner without PRIOR expressed written permission from Grabtec.GrabTecOwner’s ManualRETURN POLICY31RETURNED GOODS POLICY – PARTSItems SHIPPED in errorGrabtec will accept returned items, with prior approval of Grabtec (see RGA paragraph below), within 30 days after shipment without a restocking charge, freight collect.Items ORDERED in errorWhen parts are incorrectly ordered and returned to Grabtec, the customer is responsible for freight costs and a 15% restocking fee.When parts are purchased without reference to a model or serial number and returned to Grabtec, the customer is responsible for freight costs and a 15% restocking fee.RGA- Returned Goods AuthorizationAll return items must have prior approval of Grabtec and be assigned an RGA (Returned Goods Au-thorization) number by either the Grabtec sales or parts department and must be returned within 30 days of request.1242 Arizona AveLarchwood, IA 51241712-477-2675888-857-8952712-477-2500 FAX