Lifting the Machine
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to
support the machine and cause serious injury.
Use jack stands when supporting the
machine.
1.
Raise the mid-mount attachment and optional
rear attachment.
2.
Park the machine on a level surface; engage the
parking brake; shut off the engine; remove the
key; and wait for all movement to stop before
leaving the machine.
3.
If attached, remove the optional rear attachment
4.
Raise the machine using the designated jacking
points as follows:
•
Front—center of the front caster wheel axle
as shown in
WARNING
The front axle can pivot; ensure that
the floor jack is centered on the
machine so that it does not shift while
lifting; always use 2 jack stands to
support the machine once it is lifted.
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Figure 69
1.
Floor jack centered on the
axle.
3.
Jack stands placed on
both sides of the front axle
plate.
2.
Front jack point; do not
allow the jack to contact
the grease fitting.
•
Left and right sides—under the rear tube of
the frame assembly behind the wheel motors
(
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Figure 70
1.
Floor jack
3.
Rear tube of the frame
assembly.
2.
Rear jack point; floor jack
under the rear tube of the
frame assembly.
4.
Jack stands placed under
the far ends of the rear
tube of the frame.
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