11. Shut Down
1. Set throttle to idle position.
2. Turn the engine ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
3. Always close the fuel tap after turning off.
12. Care and Maintenance
Before carrying out any maintenance work, turn off the engine and allow to cool.
For devices with petrol engines remove the spark plug and, if necessary, disconnect
the battery. If disassembly of any safety equipment is required for maintenance, it
must be assembled and checked again immediately after completion of the work.
Check for loose screws and tighten according to the specified tightening torques.
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9. Driving the Track Dumper
Select the desired gear using the shift lever.
If selection is not easy/possible, press and release the clutch lever then try again.
When the desired gear has been engaged, grip and hold the red clutch lever to start
driving.
To stop the Track Dumper, slowly release the clutch lever - this disengages drive and
applies the brake!
On steep inclines always select 1st gear to avoid excessive load on the belt drive.
The Track Dumper is steered by means of the two clutch handles below the left and
right guide handles. Grip the lever on the right guide handle to cause the Track
Dumper to veer or rotate to the right. Grip the lever on the left guide handle to cause
the Track Dumper to veer or rotate to the left.
Depending on the load and the on the incline of any slope to be climbed, different
levels of force are required to actuate the levers. In extreme cases (e.g. on a slope
and with a full load) the clutch lever can no longer be operated because the force to
be transmitted is simply too large.
When driving forwards downhill (i.e. with the load at the front) take care that the
Track Dumper does not tilt because of the centre of gravity being so far forward. If in
doubt, always use reverse gear.
IMPORTANT!
Gears may only be switched/selected when the red clutch lever is
NOT engaged.
10. Tipping the Skip
Pulling upwards on the lever of the hydraulic valve under the oil tank causes the skip
to be raised.
Pushing downwards on the lever of the hydraulic valve under the oil tank causes the
skip to lower. The speed of lowering is controlled by the built-in Flow Control Valve
(see photo) - adjust as necessary. Turn the screw clockwise to reduce the lowering
speed.
ATTENTION!
The valve must never be closed completely otherwise the hydraulic
pump will be overloaded!
RAISE
LOWER
FLOW CONTROL VALVE
ATTENTION!
If the machine will not be used for more than 3 weeks, empty the
fuel tank and carburettor! (Drain plug: angled screw on gold float housing below
the carburettor).
Engine Oil Change
Remove the oil drain plug at the bottom of the engine (note: there are two). Using a
suitable hoist, tilt the device forward and allow all the oil to drain into a suitable
container. Always dispose of drained oil in accordance with local and national
environmental regulations for disposal. Oil changes are best carried out with a warm
engine, as warm oil flows much better and the crankcase is better drained. Then,
replace the oil drain plug(s) and tighten according to the technical data
specifications, and fill the appropriate amount of engine oil in the dipstick hole.
Alternatively, the oil can be sucked out from the dipstick hole by means of a plastic
syringe and a suction hose.
Air Filter
The air filter element should be replaced - whenever necessary - because dirty air
filters causes starting problems, reduced engine performance, and can significantly
shorten the life of the engine. To replace the air filter, undo the wing nut on the air
filter housing. After removing the cover, undo the second wing nut (not available with
VP10/31) and take out the filter element. Insert a new filter element, lock with a wing
nut and mount the cover in reverse order. When inserting and securing the filter
element ensure the correct position and cleanliness of the sealing surfaces!