Features & Controls
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
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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.
Figure 1. Control Locations
A. Blade Angle Control Lever
B. Attachment Lift
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
The attachment lift lever raises and lowers the dozer blade. To RAISE an attachment, depress the release button on top of the lever and pull back. To LOWER an attachment, depress the release button and move the lever forward.
The back notch suspends the blade for transporting to and from the worksite. The middle notch is the “float” position. The front notch applies downward pressure on the blade. See the Adjustments section for proper blade adjustment.
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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