Features
& Controls
CONTROL FUNCTIONS | A |
The information below briefly describes the function of individual controls. Operating the tractor and dozer require the combined use of these controls and additional controls whose operation is described in the tractor Operator’s Manual.
Please take a moment and familiarize yourself with the name, location, and function of these controls so that you will better understand the safe- ty and operating instructions provided in this manual.
A. Blade Angle Control Lever
The blade angle release lever controls a
Use an abrupt pushing/pulling motion to release the angling mechanism and move the blade left or right. Push the angling lever forward fully to lock the blade in the left position. Pull the lever fully back to lock the blade in the right position. Move the lever slowly past center to lock in the centered position.
NOTE: It is easier to change the angle of the blade with the attachment raised.
B. Attachment Lift
NOTE: Models with hydraulic or electric lift should refer to the tractor operator’s manual for lift control informa- tion.
The attachment lift lever raises and lowers the dozer blade. See the tractor operator’s manual for control information. See the Adjustments section for proper attachment lift adjustment.
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Figure 1. Control Locations
A.Blade Angle Control Lever
B.Attachment Lift
TRACTOR CONTROLS
Before you begin operating the tractor with the dozer blade attachment, make certain you have:
•Read and understood the instructions in the tractor Operator’s Manual.
•Become thoroughly familiar with all of the tractor controls and their operation, including how to safely and properly start and stop the unit.
•Practice driving in an open
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