3.
Pull the lever upward until the washer is outside
of the frame (
4.
Move the release-valve lever back to the narrow
portion of the slot, and release the lever (
5.
Repeat steps
through
for the other
release-valve lever.
After Operation
General Safety
•
Park machine on level ground, disengage drives,
set parking brake, stop engine, remove key or
disconnect spark plug wire. Wait for all movement
to stop and allow the machine to cool before
adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or storing. Never
allow untrained personnel to service machine.
•
Clean the machine as stated in the Maintenance
section. Keep engine and engine area free from
accumulation of grass, leaves, excessive grease
or oil, and other debris which can accumulate
in these areas. These materials can become
combustible and may result in a fire.
•
Frequently check for worn or deteriorating
components that could create a hazard. Tighten
loose hardware.
Loading the Machine
Use extreme caution when loading machines on
trailers or trucks. Use a full-width ramp to extend
beyond the rear tires instead of individual ramps for
each side of the machine. With the platform up, a
full-width ramp provides a surface to walk on behind
the machine.
A steep ramp angle may cause components to get
caught as the machine moves from ramp to trailer or
truck. Steeper angles may also cause the machine to
tip backward. If loading on or near a slope, position
the trailer or truck so that it is on the down side of
the slope and the ramps extends up the slope. This
minimizes the ramp angle. The trailer or truck should
be as level as possible.
Important:
Do not attempt to turn the machine
while on the ramp, you may lose control and drive
off the side.
Avoid sudden acceleration when driving up a ramp
and sudden deceleration when backing down a
ramp. Both maneuvers can cause the machine to tip
backward.
Hauling the Machine
Use a heavy-duty trailer or truck to transport the
machine. Ensure that the trailer or truck has all the
necessary lighting and marking as required by law.
When using a trailer, secure it with the safety chains.
1.
Load the machine onto the transport vehicle.
2.
Lock the tines in the up position by tapping and
holding the multi-function switch in the down
position until the LED indicator appears on the
hour meter/tine engagement display.
3.
Engage the parking brake, shut off the engine,
and remove the key.
4.
Close the fuel-shutoff valve.
5.
Block the wheels and securely bind the machine
to the trailer or truck with straps, chains, cable,
or ropes. If possible, both front and rear straps
should be directed down and outward from the
machine.
Important:
Use only the 4 designated
tie-down locations on the machine—2 on the
left side and 2 on the right; refer to
g212139
Figure 29
Left side shown
1.
Tie-down location
CAUTION
This machine does not have proper turn
signals, lights, reflective markings, or a
slow-moving-vehicle emblem. Driving on a
street or roadway without such equipment
is dangerous and can lead to accidents
causing personal injury. Driving on a street or
roadway without such equipment may also be
a violation of state laws and the operator may
be subject to traffic tickets and/or fines.
Do not drive the machine on a public street
or roadway.
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