Tilting Up The Platform - Takeuchi TB23R Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

Tilting Up the Platform

For inspection and maintenance, the
platform is designed so that it can be tilted
up.
WARNING
� Raising or lowering the platform while
the engine is running may cause the
machine to move, and cause serious
injury or death. Stop the engine before
raising or lowering the platform.
� When the platform is tilted up, support
it firmly with the stopper to prevent it
from falling.
� Do not raise or lower the platform
while the cab door is open. The cab
door will interfere with the cover,
resulting in damage.
Raising (Tilt up)
1. Select a firm, level surface, set the
machine to the posture shown in the
diagram above, ground the working
equipment, then stop the engine.
2. Raise the safety lock lever(s) to engage
the lock.
Close the cab door. (Cab)
3. Open the engine hood and rear cover
(L.H.).
4. Remove the lock bolts (1),(2) and (3).
5. Slowly raise the platform. (Tilt up : 30°)
6. Lift stopper (4) and insert it into the
platform's holder to support the platform.
If you need to run the engine while the
platform is raised follow these steps.
7. Make sure that all levers and pedal are in
neutral positions.
8. Push the throttle lever to the low idling
position.
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9. Start the engine.
10. Be sure to stop the engine after
inspection and maintenance.
Lowering
1. Insert a finger into the round hole in
stopper (4), remove, and set back to the
original position.
Close the cab door. (Cab)
2. Lower the platform.
3. Tighten the lock bolts (1), (2) and (3).
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