DRESSTA 32501, Operator'S Manual

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SECTION 4
OPERATING
Page 36
TD-15H DRESSTA
OPERATING TECHNIQUES
Once again, pushing loosened material to the lower side of the slope Fig. 4.36 will normally reduce
time and cost. Do not push material beyond the point required to retain firm track support.
Fig. 4.36. Slope Edge Operation Fig. 4.37. Operating a Tandem Arrangement
When backing up, do not raise the blade as this puts extra weight on the front idlers causing
greater track penetration. Let the blade float as you back away from the edge of soft fills.
Initial work on steep hillsides can be safer by either securing the tractor with a winch to a suitable
uphill anchor point or by operating a tandem arrangement as shown in Fig. 4.37.
When clearing trees, raise the blade high to gain leverage and make contact gently to reduce
possible harm to the operator and machine (Fig. 4.38).
Heavy roots of large trees may require pushing and digging or cutting from several sides of the
tree. Use a cable to topple and remove trees from soft ground (Fig. 4.39).
Fig. 4.38. Machine Equipped with Sweeps Fig. 4.39. Using Cable to Remove Trees
CAUTION! Falling trees and dead limbs can cause injuries. When clearing trees,
operator protection must be used.
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