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6.
ATTACHING THE PLOW
When attaching the plow, make sure it is compatible with the base machine by following instructions below. Always
check the compatibility when attaching the plow to a new base machine.
6.1.
Attaching the plow to a base machine
The plow is attached to the base machine by bolted STARK FIT quick hitches. The machine is connected to a hydraulic
system. Hydraulic circuit diagrams can be found in a later section in this manual. Ask your retailer for available STARK
FIT quick hitches.
Before using the plow, MAKE SURE
all locking cotters and pins are secured and intact.
When coupling the plow to the base machine, please pay attention to the instructions on the use of the base machine.
1.
Make sure that the attachment and the base machine are compatible in terms of mechanical solutions, hydraulics and
electricity.
2.
Apply parking brake. The plow is attached to the coupler on the base machine (e.g. a loader). Attach the plow to the
base machine, and make sure the locking cotters and pins are secured.
3.
Turn off the base machine and make sure the parking brake is applied.
4.
Make sure there is no pressure in the base machine hydraulic system. When connecting, always make sure the
hydraulic connectors are clean and the hoses are intact
5.
Check carefully the
attachment’s, the base machine’s and the fitting’s
trajectory for collision. Do a test run using the
base machine and the loader in extreme positions to check
that the plow won’t collide with base machine.
Make sure
that the hydraulic hoses and attachments have enough space. If needed, change the location of the hoses in the base
machine.
6.
Bolts, nuts and fittings on the new attachment may loosen in during the first hours of operation.
POST-TIGHTEN
them after first day of operation.
