Tico Pro-Spotter, Service Manual

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PRO-SPOTTER GENERAL INFORMATION
TICO Manufacturing
Service Manual 1-3
Keep Work Area Clean
A clean, organized, well-lit work area is important to
promote safe working conditions.
• Keep floor clean of debris and clear of parts and
tools.
• Clean up any spilled fuel, oil, and/or chemicals
immediately.
• Store all air hoses and electrical cords properly when
not in use.
Keep Work Area Well Ventilated
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WARNING
Certain test and adjustment procedures require the
engine to be running. Be sure work area is well
ventilated; never run the engine in an enclosed area.
Use Proper Eye and Face Protection

WARNING
Always wear eye protection while in a shop environment.
• Safety Glasses: Safety glasses offer a minimum level
of protection from flying debris.
• Face Shields: Face shields are often used along with
safety glasses to offer a higher level of protection
when sparks and flying debris are present.
• Vented Goggles: Goggles offer side protection not
offered by safety glasses alone.
• Unvented Goggles: Unvented goggles offer
protection from chemical splashes and vapors.
Park Tractor Safely
See Figure 1-1.
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WARNING
1. Park the tractor on a solid, level surface.
2. Shift the transmission to neutral.
Figure 1-1: Trailer Air Supply and Parking Brake
Knob
3. Pull the parking brake knob (1) out to apply the
parking brake.
4. Allow the engine to run at idle for a minimum of 3
minutes and shut the engine off. Lockout–tagout the
tractor.
5. Turn off all electrical lights and accessories.
6. Place wheel chocks or blocks in the front and rear of
wheels to prevent the tractor from moving.
7. Lower the fifth wheel if it is in the raised position.
Support Tractor Securely

WARNING
Never operate the engine without proper
ventilation; exhaust fumes could be fatal if
inhaled.
Always use approved personal protection
equipment. Avoid workplace hazards by wearing
properly maintained, approved eye and face
protection. Failure to use appropriate protection
equipment could result in death or serious injury.
Before cleaning, adjusting, or repairing this
tractor, engage park brake, shift transmission to
neutral, and stop engine to prevent injuries.
When performing maintenance other than
adjustments that require the engine to be
running, disconnect the battery negative cables
to prevent accidental starting and bodily injury.
1 Parking Brake Knob
• Support the tractor using properly rated jack
stands. Never work under a tractor supported
only by a jack.
• Do not use wood or concrete blocks to
support the tractor. Failure to properly
support the tractor could result in death or
serious injury.
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