GB - 12
SPARK ARRESTER
This product is equipped with an internal combustion
type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any
unimproved, forest-covered, or brush covered land
unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local, state, or federal laws.
A spark arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in
effective working order by operator.
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Open-end wrenches (10mm, 13mm)
• Tire gauge
LOOSE PARTS INCLUDED
• Key
• Engine Operator’s Manual-Read before operating.
• Registration Card-Fill out and return to GRAVELY.
ASSEMBLY
The unit is fully assembled. The standard bucket must
be installed.
1. Unpack Unit. Remove the unit and other
components from shipping container.
2. Attach standard bucket to the front of the unit (see
Operation
).
3. Adjust tire pressure to 24 psi (166 kPa).
4. Check engine oil. Refer to Engine Manual for
proper type oil and crankcase capacity.
5. Check hydraulic oil level (see
Maintenance)
.
6. Fill engine fuel tanks (see
Operation
). Refer to
Engine Manual for proper type.
7. Service and connect battery. Refer to Initial Battery
Setup below.
8. Check Safety Interlock System (see
Operation
).
9. Check function of all controls.
Make sure unit runs and performs properly (see
Operation)
.
Initial Battery Setup
1. Remove battery cover.
2. Disconnect positive cable.
3. Remove caps from battery and fill each cell to
level indicated with electrolyte at 1.265±.05
specific gravity and 80˚ F (27˚ C).
4. Let battery stand for one half hour.
5. Check electrolyte level and add more if
necessary.
6. Follow charger manufacturer’s instructions for
safe procedures. It is advisable that the battery
be charged as slowly as possible since quick
charging will shorten the battery service life.
When the battery has to be charged quickly, the
charging current should be held to 2.0A
maximum.
7. Connect a battery charger to the battery posts.
Do not overcharge the battery.
8. After charging, flush the outside of the battery
with water.
9. Connect positive cable.
10. Connect negative cable.
11. Replace battery cover.
While learning how to use your unit, pay extra attention
to the following important items:
❑
Fuel tanks are filled.
❑
Become familiar with all controls – their location
and function. Operate them before you start the
engine.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING:
FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS could result in personal
injury and/or damage to unit.
Read, understand, and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
beginning.
ELECTRIC SHOCK could result in personal
injury and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove wire from spark plug before
you adjust or assemble unit.
DO NOT remove wire from spark plug while
engine is running.
WARNING:
FAILURE OF CONTROLS
could
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
DO NOT fill battery over level
indicated. DO NOT spill electrolyte. In case of
spill, flush with water immediately.
