Initial Start-Up - BALZER FIELD FLOATER 6 User Manual

OPERATION
Attaching to the Tractor (Continued)
Attach the hydraulic lines making sure the connectors are clean and in good repair Connect according to the hydraulic hose
color and striping pattern listed in the Hydraulic Hose Color Markings section on the previous page
Connect the 7-Way electrical connector
Connect the joystick control cable
Initial Start Up
Never operate this machine if shields are missing, damaged, or improperly installed or if persons are in or on this machine or
near any moving parts of this machine Keep everyone away while operating this machine
Do not leave the tractor seat
Operate ALL hydraulic controls to become familiar with the function of each tractor lever and to visually see the machine is
responding correctly NOTE: MAKE MENTAL AND/OR WRITTEN NOTES CONCERNING WHICH WAY TO MOVE THE
LEVERS FOR THE DESIRED RESULTS
ENGAGE THE PTO SLOWLY with the tractor throttle at slow idle Use maximum modulation on tractor PTO control
Watch and listen to confirm the machine is operating properly Run at fast idle for five (5) minutes, disengage the PTO, shut off
the tractor engine, and remove the key from the ignition Make all necessary adjustments before any further operation of this
machine is attempted
CAUTION
In-Field Procedure
Be sure the grain doors are closed before loading
Always load the grain cart evenly, front to back, to avoid an unbalanced load or excessive tongue weight
Always disengage the Straight Steer System when working in the field
Always engage the PTO and cross auger clutch before opening the grain doors
Always close the grain doors before disengaging the PTO
Always engage the Straight Steer System before attempting to back up the grain cart or driving on roads
WARNING
Field Floater 6 Grain Cart User Manual
To prevent premature driveline failure, tractor turning
should be limited to approximately 10° when driveline
is rotating.
Always load the grain cart evenly, front to back.
Failure to do so may result in an unbalanced load
which can cause damage to the grain cart frame or
to the tractor.
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