How to Install Pallet Dawg

Installation Instructions.

Enclosed Parts:
1. Main body
2. Back piece with threaded inserts
3. Plate
4. Three bolts
5. Three flat washers
6. Three lock washers

Required Tools: 9/16" socket and ratchet.
Forklift bumper with all parts and fixtures needed for installation

Step 1

Before mounting the Pallet Dawg, thoroughly clean the channel on top of forklift carriage. To ensure proper seating and performance, align notch under top lip of main body with center notch of carriage.
Forklift bumper close up showing notch aligning with center of carriage

Step 2

Ensure that the Pallet Dawg is centered and hangs flush against carriage so it will not slide along top channel and bolt holes at base remain unobstructed.
Step Three

Step 3

Fit the back piece (Part #2) and plate (Part #3) together. Assemble washers on bolts (Part #4) as shown so lock washer (Part #6) is first followed by flat washer (Part #5).
Pallet Dawg forklift bumper assembly including back piece, plate, washers and bolts

Step 4

Align back piece assembly with main body at base. Carefully thread bolt assembly through main body into back piece inserts.
Installing a forklift bumper

Step 5

Ratchet bolts until firmly positioned. Use a torque wrench to tighten bolts to 75 foot-pounds. Do not over-tighten!
Step Four

Step 6

Verify Pallet Dawg is secure and ready for use. Inspect regularly to ensure device is tight, intact, and does not slide along carriage.
Forklift carriage bumper used to prevent pallet damage in warehouse

 

Warning:

Assembly and maintenance of Pallet Dawg or Bull Dawg forklift bumper must be performed by a qualified forklift mechanic under safe conditions.

Distributors: Please contact us for pricing.
920-377-1295 or info@palletdawg.com