9. Getting ready to work with attachments
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1. Set the travel direction lever to neutral when leaving the cab.
2. Set driving programme switch to 0.
3. Activate parking brake.
There are two mounting categories (categories of attachments):
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category 1 - bolt diameter 22 mm
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category 2 - bolt diameter 28 mm
The tractor is adjustable to both categories. The lift hook rails must also be adjusted and the catch hooks
must be equipped with or without reducing sleeves.
Attachments in compound with tipping system
Danger:
In case of implements which are mounted and are operated on the hydraulic tilting
device , the hydraulic tilting device in lower condition must be protected against a unintentional
operation. If you disregard these guidelines, there is a possibility of severe or fatal injuries or
damage to the tractor.
For securing, adjust the valve to position B
Position A = Tipping
Position B= Rear lift
Safety guidelines when attaching counterweights
Danger:
Failure to comply with the following guidelines can result in serious or fatal injuries,
and damage to the tractor.
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Do not exceed the following specifications of the tractor:
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permissible gross weight
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permissible axle loads
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tire load capacity
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Load the tractor with at least 20% of the unladen weight of the tractor on the front axle and 25%
on the rear axle.
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Ensure that extra weights (counterweights?) are equal on both sides of an axle.
Calculating front/rear weights and counterweights
This procedure provides instructions on how to calculate front/rear weights and counterweights of the
tractor.