Case 580ST, Operator'S Manual

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2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Loader attachment safety strut
WARNING
Crushing hazard!
If you service the machine with the loader lift arms raised, always use the support strut. Remove the
retaining pin and place the support strut onto the cylinder rod. Install the retaining pin into the support
strut. Lower the lift arms onto the support strut.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
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Located on the left-hand side of the loader attachment, this safety strut enables the loader attachment to be locked
in the raised position for maintenance or servicing the unit.
Two-Wheel Steer (2WS) machines (580T, 580ST, and 590ST)
Engage the loader arm support strut:
1. Empty the loader bucket.
2. Raise the loader lift arms to the maximum height.
3. Stop the engine and remove the starter switch key.
4. Remove the split pin (1) and the lock pin (2) .
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5. Place the strut (3) on the cylinder rod and install the
pin (2) and the split pin (1) back into the holes in the
strut.
6. Lower the loader attachment until the safety strut is
firmly against the cylinder.
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Disengage the loader arm support strut:
1. Raise the loader lift arms to the maximum height.
2. Stop the engine and remove the starter switch key.
3. Remove the split pin (1) and the lock pin (2) .
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