Equipter RB4000, Operator'S Manual

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Figure 9. Chains, Latch, Break-Away Cable
D I S C O N N E C T I N G T H E T R A I L E R
Figure 10. Platform Latch
12. Attach the break-away brake cable and
electrical plug to the tow vehicle. Place a
padlock or hairpin clip through the latch.
Verify that the safety chains are securely
attached to the tow vehicle.
13. Disengage Parking Brake.
14. Test trailer brakes with brake controller
in the tow vehicle.
15. Test the brake, signal, tail, and clearance
lights on the trailer.
Never transport the Equipter with the
engine running.
After being towed to the job site, the Equipter can
be disconnected from the tow vehicle.
1. Engage Parking Brake.
2. Lower the operator’s platform by releasing
the latch.
3. Start the engine using all applicable
safety procedures. Refer to the section on
Engine Operation.
4. Lower the steering wheels until they
contact the ground.
NOTE: Pull and hold to engage front wheel
safety lock. Must apply parking brakes
and have safety chains connected to tow
vehicle.
5. Release the latch that secures the trailer
to the hitch ball.
6. Continue lowering the steering wheels
until the trailer is clear of the hitch ball
and the front wheel safety lock is securely
engaged.
7. Slightly engage the drive lever in reverse
to ensure that the drive system is engaged.
Never disengage the Parking Brake or safety
chains unless the drive system is engaged.
Always disconnect Equipter on level
ground. If disconnecting on level ground is
not possible, use blocking in front of and
behind rear wheels to prevent the machine
from rolling.
Wheel Lift Safety Lock.