Kubota AP-SH35, Operator'S Manual

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Section 2: Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
4/5/19 AP-SH35 Category 1 & 2 Skid Steer Quick Hitch 320-019MK
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Transporting and Use
WARNING
!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•
When traveling on public roadways, travel in such a way
that faster moving vehicles may pass safely. Use accessory
lights, clean reflectors, and a slow moving vehicle sign that
is visible from the back to warn operators in other vehicles
of your presence. Always comply with all federal, state, and
local laws.
•
Check hitch fit-up frequently. An improper fit-up can cause
the attachment to come loose from the loader hitch plate
and fall.
•
Backup alarm must be in good working order to warn
others. Use a backup camera or rear-view mirror that is in
good condition to help see undesirable situations behind the
unit. Drive at a slower speed to compensate for blind spots.
CAUTION
!
To avoid serious injury:
Release Handles have areas where pinching can occur. Keep
hands, fingers and other body parts away from pivoting areas
of the release handles. Always use handle grips.
Operating Instructions
Once you have familiarized yourself with the Operator’s
Manual and properly attached your Kubota SH35 Quick
Hitch to the skid steer loader, you should be just about
ready to start Quick Hitch “management and handling” of
your compatible Category l and Category II
3-point implements.
You will notice we emphasize “management and
handling” when we refer to your implements. If you are
going to gain the benefit of owning a Kubota SH35 Skid
Steer Quick Hitch you will need to park your implements
on a firm surface ensuring that the lower hitch pins and
top-link remain upright or oriented for future Quick Hitch
alignment and attachment. Allowing the lower hitch pins
and top link to tumble forward into the dirt or mud will not
be acceptable or compatible with this fast hook-up
system. This simply is a better way to manage your time,
your implements, and your investment.
Now you are ready to use your Quick Hitch. Put your
Quick Hitch release handles in the down and locked
position. Start your loader and slowly move forward
centering on the implement you want to attach. Lower
your three-point so the Quick Hitch lower hooks and top
link hook line up under the implements lower hitch pins
and top-link pin simultaneously. Slowly raise the Quick
Hitch until all three pins are captured and the lower pins
automatically lock in place. You should be ready for
transport.
When you are ready to detach, position the implement
over a firm surface or prepared docking point that will
keep the lower hitch pins and top-link properly oriented
for future attachment. With the implement still off the
ground, set the parking brake, turn off the loader, remove
the key, get off the loader, disconnect implement
hydraulic hoses if used and raise the Quick Hitch release
handles. Now get back on the loader, start the engine,
slowly lower the implement until it is on the ground and
the Quick Hitch releases. Slowly back-up until you are
safely clear. With a little practice you should get very
good at hooking and unhooking quickly.
If attachment is to be operated in reverse, make sure
visibility to the rear of the power unit is appropriate for the
attachment. Backup camera or mirror is recommended.
Maintain cleanliness of lens or mirror.
Section 2: Operating Instructions