ABI Attachments ABI Force Z-23 Owner's Manual page 21

4. Next disconnect the center lift chain for the mid-mount
attachment system from the lift arm. This may require
starting the unit and lowering the mid-mount system all
the way down. When removing the securing pin ensure the
spacers are not lost. This chain should stay attached to the
mid mount unit for storage.
Figure 15: Center lift chain
5. Next, locate the latches securing the support rod for the
mid-mount attachment system. This rod is held in place on
both sides of the ABI Force by a flip over latch.
Figure 16: Support rod
6. Pull the lynch pin from the center pin of the latch and
slide bracket off the pin and flip it out of the way of the rod.
Repeat this process on the opposite side of the ABI Force.
Figure 17: Flip latch to remove
7. With both latches disengaged, gentley lift up and flip the
support rod off of its support brackets. Once the support rod
is removed, flip the latches over and secure them back in
place using the lynch pin that was previously removed.
Note: Store flip latches in locked position to prevent
damage to them.
8. Now pin up the pitch control hydraulic ram to the chassis
of the ABI Force. To release the hydraulic ram disconnect
the pin holding the mid-mount attachment system to the
hydraulic ram. Use the chain provided with the other mid-
mount attachment to secure the cylinder under the Force.
Figure 18: Pitch cylinder storage location
9. With all connection points disconnected, mount the ABI
Force and start the unit.
10. Slowly begin to pivot the ABI Force off the mid-mount
attachment system, being careful to ensure that no part of
the mid-mount attachment system catches on the chassis of
the ABI Force.
11. Reattach the compression springs back to the frame of
the multi-function attachment system. This will ensure they
are not damaged or misplaced. The ABI Force is now ready
for use with other mid-mount attachments.
Note: Installation is the reversal of removal.
Rear-Mount Attachments:
The rear-mount attachments for the ABI Force are connected
one of three ways:
1. Drag connect ears – chain connections for dragging
various mats with manual adjustment and lift.
2. Hydraulic Rear lift – allows articulation of attachment, as
well as some adjustment and lifting on the fly.
3. Trailer hitch – standard 1 ¼" trailer hitch.
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