Pre Start Inspection and Operation
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d. Insert the attachments’ male coupling (Item 2,
Figure 3–36
) into the female bulkhead
quick connect coupling (Item 1,
Figure 3–36
) on the machine and push until the
connector locks into position.
e. Repeat the above process to connect the attachments’ female quick connect (Item 4,
Figure 3–36
) on the other hose to the male bulkhead connector (Item 5,
Figure 3–36
) on
the machine.
f. Check the security of both connections by gently tugging on the attachment hoses to
make sure that the quick connects are seated properly.
12. Make sure that the hydraulic hoses are routed so that they will not be in the way or
damaged during machine operation.
Figure 3–37
shows how the hoses might be routed to
keep them out of the way during operation and prevent them from being damaged.
Figure 3-37 Attachment Hydraulic Hose Routing
13. The attachment is now ready to use.
Before starting the engine, make sure that the Auxiliary Hydraulic control lever is in the
NEUTRAL position. If this control is left in either the forward or reverse position and
the engine is started, the attachment will begin to function.
CAUTION