Important: The valve is fully open at 3
counter-clockwise revolutions. Do not open the
valve past 3 revolutions
Note: The steering must be operated manually when
the machine is being towed. The steering will feel
heavy as there is no hydraulic assistance when the
engine is off.
Figure 44
9. Remove the wheel chocks before towing.
Note: The machine is now in a freewheel condition
and can be towed for a short distance at a slow speed.
Recommissioning the Machine
after Towing
1. Chock the front wheels.
2. Close the transmission bypass valve
Note: Turn the valve clockwise and torque 48 N-m
(30 ft-lb) to 52 N-m (50 ft-lb).
3. Remove the setscrew, washer, and brake-release bar
from the right and left front wheel motor disc brake
assemblies
(Figure
4. Install the hex plug into the motor end plate of the
motor disc assemblies.
5. Store the brake release bars, washers, and setscrews
for future use.
6. Remove the wheel chocks.
7. Disconnect the tow bar.
Note: The braking system will now operate normally.
(Figure
44).
43).
WARNING
Before using the machine, ensure that the braking
system operates correctly. Carry out initial checks
with the machine at slow speed.
Do not operate the machine if the braking
system does not work correctly or with the brakes
decommissioned.
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