Tennant 215E, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
215E MM158 (11--91)
2-10
HOPPER SUPPORT BAR
The hopper support bar is located on the left side
of the hopper. It holds the hopper in a “raised”
position to allow work to be done under the
hopper. Do not rely on the machine hydraulic
system to keep the hopper raised.
WARNING: Raised Hopper May Fall. Engage
Hopper Support Bar.
TO ENGAGE HOPPER SUPPORT BAR
1. Stop the machine and set the machine
parking brake.
FOR SAFETY: Before Leaving Or Servicing
The Machine; Stop On Level Surface, Set
Parking Brake.
2. Raise the hopper to the “fully raised”
position.
3. Position the hopper support bar on the lintel.
A
B
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ENGAGED HOPPER SUPPORT BAR -- LOW
DUMP MODEL
A. Lintel
B. Support Bar
A
B
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ENGAGED HOPPER SUPPORT BAR --
MULTI-LEVEL DUMP MODEL
A. Lintel
B. Support Bar
4. Slowly lower the hopper so the bar rests on
the lintel.
TO DISENGAGE HOPPER SUPPORT BAR
1. Raise the hopper.
2. Place the support bar in its storage position.
3. Lower the hopper.