Safety
•Never work beneath raised loader unless it is securely supported. The following are instructions for the Lift Lock Supports;
•Space rear tires as recommended by tractor manufacturer. Maximize width for high lift applications.
Lift Lock
Support
Clevis
Lift Cylinder Shaft
LIFT LOCK INSTRUCTIONS
TO ENGAGE SUPPORTS: | TO DISENGAGE SUPPORTS: |
1. RAISE LOADER PAST LEVEL | 1. RAISE LOADER OFF LIFT LOCK |
POSITION | SUPPORTS. |
2. SECURE SUPPORTS INTO | 2. SWING LOCK SUPPORTS UP INTO |
POSITION ON THE CLEVIS AND | STORAGE POSITION. |
CYLINDER SHAFT. |
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3.SLOWLY LOWER FULL WEIGHT OF LOADER ONTO SUPPORTS.
IMPORTANT:
•Do not pivot or turn tractor with bucket raised, except at a minimum speed. Always make allowance for length of loader when making turns.
•Never leave tractor unattended while the bucket is raided. Always lower bucket to the ground and shut off before leaving tractor seat.
•Do not walk under raised bucket.
•Never operate loader while operator is not seated in the driver’s seat on the tractor.
•Keep tractor on solid ground. Loose fill, rocks and holes can be dangerous for loader operation or movement.
•Never operate a loader with frayed or damaged hoses or leaking fittings.
•Add ballast as required to ensure 25% of gross vehicle weight is transferred to the rear axle.
•Do not raise bucket to extreme heights while tractor is on an incline. Carry loader low for safety. Note in above illustration how load center moves out when bucket is raised on a slope. Be alert for terrain changes and adjust bucket accordingly. Keep bucket low, no more than one foot high, as long as possible.
•Note: A pivoting front axle acts like a
•If lift cylinders are used to raise front wheels of tractor for service, place blocks under tractor before working around front end.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL MEANS:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
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