Takeuchi TB108, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
Machine Operation
Changing the Dozer blade width
1. Pull out the lock pins (1).
2. Turn the plate (2).
3. Secure the plate (2) with the lock pins (1).
2
1
B5D013
1
2
B5D014
Operating the Travel Levers
WARNING
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Never allow anyone to enter the
slewing (swing) radius and machine
path.
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Signal your intention to move by
sounding the horn.
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There are blind spots to the rear of the
machine.
If necessary, slew the cab around
before backing up to check that the
area is safe and clear.
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Before operating the travel levers, check
to make sure that the dozer blade is to
the front of the operator’s seat. BE
AWARE that when the dozer blade is to
the rear of the operator’s seat, the travel
levers operate in the opposite direction
to when the dozer blade is in the front.
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Remove any obstacles in the
machine’s path.
Traveling Forward and Backward
1. Pull the throttle lever and increase the
engine speed.
2. Lower the safety lock lever to the released
position.
B5D005
B5D009