Takeuchi TB128FR, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
TILTING UP THE PLATFORM
TILTING UP THE PLATFORM
For inspection and maintenance, the
platform is designed so that it can be tilted
up.
WARNING
• Raising or lowering the platform while
the engine is running may cause the
machine to move, resulting in serious
injury or death. Stop the engine before
raising or lowering the platform.
• When the platform is tilted up, support it
firmly with the stopper (3) to prevent it
from falling.
IMPORTANT: To avoid the contact with
the cab (canopy), fully retract the arm
cylinder and the bucket cylinder and
lower the hoe attachment to the ground.
Raising (Tilt up)
3. Remove the lock bolts (A) and (B).
4. Slowly raise the platform. (Tilt up: 30°)
5. Lift the stopper (D) and insert it into the
platform’s holder to support the platform.
If you need to run the engine while the
platform is raised follow these steps.
6. Make sure that all levers and pedal are in
neutral positions.
7. Push the throttle lever to the low idling
position.
8. Start the engine.
9. Be sure to stop the engine after inspection
and maintenance.
Lowering
1. Remove the stopper (D), and set it back to
the original position.
2. Lower the platform.
3. Tighten the lock bolts (A) and (B).
· Tightening torque: 135.3 N·m (99.8 ft-lb)
1. Select a firm, level surface, set the
machine to the posture shown in the
diagram above, ground the working
equipment, then stop the engine.
2. Raise the safety lock lever to engage the
lock.