Takeuchi TL230, Operator'S Manual, Page: 203 / 208

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OPTIONS
6. Press the side of the switch (5) to lock
the quick-hitch and the bucket.
7. Check that the tips of the pins (4) are
projecting through the bracket hole on the
bucket to indicate that the latch is properly
engaged.
8. If the pins (4) do not come down to the
lock position, do not continue working;
disconnect the quick-hitch and
determined the cause instead.
Safety switch
HYDRAULIC QUICK-HITCH
Note: This device works as a safety device
to prevent accidental activation of the
attachment or hydraulic quick-hitch installed.
When the attachment hoses are connected
to the quick-coupler, the plate is pushed to
turn on the switch, which prevents the
hydraulic quick-hitch from being activated
even when the lock/unlock switch on the
hydraulic quick-hitch is pressed. When the
hydraulic quick-hitch needs to be activated,
disconnect all hoses from the quick-coupler.
Removal
1. Keep the bucket at the height of 25 to 50
mm (1 to 2 in.) above the ground.
2. Open the cover and press the side of
the switch (5) to unlock the quick-hitch.
3. Tilt the quick-hitch (3) forward to
disconnect its upper edge from the bucket
(1) upper part (quick-hitch mount).