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Installing the
Counterweight (TX 500
Series Traction Units Only)

Parts needed for this procedure:

1

Counterweight

4

Bolt (1/2 x 1-1/4 inches)

4

Washer

Procedure

If you are installing this kit on a TX 500 series traction
unit, install the counterweight to the front of the
traction unit using 4 bolts (1/2 x 1-1/4 inches) and
washers (

Figure 6

). Apply a locking compound to the

threads of the bolts before installing them. Torque the
bolts to 73 to 89 N∙m (54 to 66 ft-lb).

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Figure 6

1.

Bolt (1/2 x 1-1/4 inches)

3.

Counterweight

2.

Washer

4.

Mounting holes

4

Installing the Decal

No Parts Required

Procedure

1.

Clean the area behind the traction control
(

Figure 7

) so that there is not dirt or grease on it.

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Figure 7

1.

Decal position

2.

Remove the backing from the decal and secure
it in place (

Figure 7

).

Note:

To keep from getting bubbles under the

decal, press it down in the center first and rub it
outward toward the edges.

6

 

Summary of Contents for TX Platform

Page 1: ...en terrain Ensure that you operate the platform in areas where there are no obstacles in close proximity to the operator Failure to maintain adequate distance from trees walls and other barriers may r...

Page 2: ...position 5 Warning read the Operator s Manual 3 Lift the platform up to unlock 6 Tipping hazard do not step off the platform with a raised load Installation Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify t...

Page 3: ...shown 1 Counterweight 2 Fasteners 2 Installing the Platform Parts needed for this procedure 1 Platform assembly 4 Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 2 inches 4 Flange head nut 1 2 inch Procedure 1 Check and tighten the b...

Page 4: ...onfigured similarly 3 Grab the platform handle and pull up on it to extend the platform Figure 4 g004401 Figure 4 1 Platform assembly 3 Mounting bracket 2 Handle 4 Loosen these bolts 4 By hand loosen...

Page 5: ...orm 6 Torque the flange nuts to 91 to 113 N m 67 to 83 ft lb 7 Align the platform so that it is centered on the machine Figure 4 then torque the 4 bolts and nuts securing the platform assembly to the...

Page 6: ...nd to the threads of the bolts before installing them Torque the bolts to 73 to 89 N m 54 to 66 ft lb g004782 Figure 6 1 Bolt 1 2 x 1 1 4 inches 3 Counterweight 2 Washer 4 Mounting holes 4 Installing...

Page 7: ...mm 3 8 inch diameter on the control panel below the loader arm lever as shown in Figure 8 g004403 Figure 8 1 22 mm 55 64 inch 3 51 mm 2 inches 2 146 mm 5 3 4 inches 4 Drill 9 5 mm 3 8 inch diameter h...

Page 8: ...less you are standing with both feet on the platform and your hands are holding the handles Folding Unfolding the Platform To fold the platform lift up on the back of it and swing it towards the tract...

Page 9: ...gun to each fitting Figure 12 g004407 Figure 12 4 Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out approximately 3 pumps 5 Wipe up any excess grease Checking the Shear Bolt Check the she...

Page 10: ...Notes...

Page 11: ...Notes...

Page 12: ...s subject to consumption through use unless found to be defective Examples of parts which are consumed or used up during normal Product operation include but are not limited to digging teeth tines spa...

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