Mahindra ML170 series, Operator'S Manual & Installation Instructions

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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: Equip your tractor with a ROPS cab or frame for your protection. See your
tractor/ROPS Operator Manual for correct seat belt usage.
Read entire instructions before beginning to install the loader. Personal injury and machine damage may be
prevented if you read and understand these instructions and special safety messages.
When you are in the tractor seat looking forward, the RH and LH sides of the tractor and loader are the same as
your right hand and left hand.
3.1. TRACTOR PREPARATION
3.1.1. Tractor Front Tires
Use front tires of equal size and maintain equal pressure in each tire. The pressure of the front tractor tires must
be increased to the maximum approved pressure recommended by the tire manufacturer to compensate for
additional load placed on the tires with the Front End Loader. See your tractor Operator Manual. Adjust the front
tires to the widest recommended setting on adjustable models for maximum stability. Front end weights must NOT
be used while loader is on the tractor.
3.1.2. Tractor Rear Tires
Maintain equal pressure in each of the rear tires. Use the widest recommended rear wheel setting for maximum
stability.
3.1.3. Tractor Ballast
CAUTION: To help prevent rollover, use recommended rear tractor ballast and widest wheel
settings to maximize stability. See your tractor Operator Manual for recommendations
Front tractor weights must only be used when the loader is parked. Weights must be removed before remounting
loader or serious damage will occur to loader or tractor front axle due to excessive weight.
The use of adequate rear counterweight to counterbalance for maximum loader capacity is required for safe
loader operation. Weight added to the rear of the tractor provides better traction and easier, more efficient loader
operation.
IMPORTANT: Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the tires on your tractor. See Tire and Wheel
Specifications in tractor Operator Manual for more information.
3.1.4. Remove all loader components from shipping packaging.
WARNING: To avoid serious injury or death: Read before cutting bands or removing attaching
straps. The loader may shift during shipping and handling, making it unstable on the pallet.
Support loader with an overhead hoist or other suitable means prior to removing bands or
attaching straps securing loader to pallet. Failure to do so could result in accidental tip-over of
the loader that could cause serious injury to you and/or bystanders.
CAUTION: Lift and support all loader components safely.