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F. STARTING and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS;
GAUGES and METERS; continued ...
b.
3. Tachometer; Shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). It is recommended that the engine
run in the green area of the gauge.
4. Engine Hour Meter; Shows the time lapse (hours and tenths) the engine has run.
5. Voltmeter; Indicates the condition of the electrical system. The electrical system voltage is normal when
the gauge needle is in the green area of the gauge. When the gauge needle is in the lower red area,
the charge of the battery is low Damage to the battery can result if this condition continues.
6. Fuel Level; Indicates the level of fuel in the machine.
7. Run an operating check. It is the operator's responsibility to check the condition of the systems, prior to use.
G. SAFE SHUTDOWN;
1. Park the machine on a "level surface". Stop the machine - using the service brakes.
2. Lower the loader bucket to the ground.
3. Apply the parking brake and place the direction control lever in the neutral position.
4. Run engine at idle speed for two minutes (more if engine has been working at full load) to cool engine parts evenly.
5. Move into transport position, lower backhoe bucket to ground. Move hand throttle to idle position, stop engine.
6. Turn the key switch to the "OFF position" to shut down the engine. Remove the ignition key.
7. While the engine is off, cycle hydraulic control to loader bucket one last time, to release any pressure in the line.
This will help eliminate any movement of the bucket, if it has not been positioned squarely on the ground.
8. Operator may safely dismount the machine.
H. ROAD TRAVEL;
We ask you to please refrain from road travel if possible but if the machine is to be driven over roads,
DRIVING;
streets, highways, etc., please refer to the manufacturer's manual for instructions. The Loader / Backhoe should be
prepared for road travel; Make sure the dual brake pedals are locked together. Place the loader bucket and outriggers
in the transport position and the backhoe in the transport lock position. Approach intersections with caution, observe
speed and traffic control signs. Don't speed. Know your stopping distance at a given speed. Avoid panic stops and
sharp turns. If travel backs up, pull over and allow other vehicles to pass. Make sure clearance flags, all lights,
flashers and warning signs (SMV - Slow Moving Sign) are displayed, in place or turned on. We require "any TRC
machinery" being driven on roads, streets or highways to be followed by an escort vehicle. The escort driver should
be alert and aware of potential hazards when traveling. The escort vehicle should make use of their headlights and
flashers when following the loader / backhoe. Use as many back roads or less traveled roads as possible. Avoid
peak traffic times; 7-8 am, 12-1 pm and 5-6 pm. Do not travel during low visibility (early morning, dust dark, fog, rain,
smoke, etc.) or at night. Use great care when turning, always use hand signals and turn signals. We ask that the
"maximum drive length" be limited to less than 1 ½ -2 miles. Longer drives pose an increased safety risk and increase
wear/tear on machine. Longer drives may negate contract, voiding refunds and result in possible damage charges.
TRANSPORTING ON A TRAILER;
to cover weight of the backhoe (approximately 15,132 lbs.). Add the weight of the trailer to get your GVWR needed for
the tow vehicle. Follow all city, state and federal rules, regulations and laws pertaining to the safe transport of this
equipment on streets, roads and highways. Never tow in doubt. Loading instructions; Select a level site. Put a block
at the front and rear of the trailer wheels. Put the backhoe in transport position. Fasten the seat belt, shift the
st
transmission to 1
gear and slowly drive the machine onto the trailer. Lower the loader bucket onto the trailer, shift
the direction control lever to neutral and apply the parking brake. Release the backhoe from the transport position.
Lower the backhoe bucket or attachment to the floor of the trailer. Place the transmission in neutral. Shut down the
engine and remove the key. Put a block at the front and rear of each tire of the loader / backhoe. Bind both the front
and rear axle sections of the loader / backhoe to the tow trailer. Use chains and binders to fasten the machine
to the trailer. Make sure the chains and binders are capable of handling the weight load of the machine. Check the
manufacturer's "operator's manual", for tie down points. (See page 5-4, under Transport Operations). Know your
transport route (underpass heights, limbs, wires, etc.) plus the loader / backhoe and trailer transport heights.
Do not assume that a cargo / transport trailer can necessarily tow this equipment, simple because
WARNING;
it has towed similar type equipment. Check the truck, trailer and tow connection manufacturer's specifications
and do the math... Never use in doubt. We require TRC inspection of any "Tow Trailer and Vehicle" being
used with this "Loader / Backhoe". This must be done prior to transporting. Use care, failure to carry out
these and other instructions above can lead to serious injury, death and / or damages. If you have any
questions, please stop and contact TRC immediately at (662) 335-3535, 662 822-1907 or (662) 822-1909.
I. MACHINE CHARGES & TIME OUT PERIODS;
TRC "rate charges" and "time out definitions" for this equipment ...
4-hours from the time you rent the item till the time you return it. Available week days, no overnights.
MINIMUM;
; (1-day charge) 24-hours, during weekday period or 8.0-engine hours. Rental rate charges will increase if
DAILY
machine hours exceed 8.0-hours. Rates will be pro-rated.
(1-day charge) Saturday pickup; (between 7:00 -11:00 am) return Monday; (7:00 - 8:30 am) morning.
WEEKENDS;
Rental rate charges will increase if machine hours exceed 8.0-hours. Rates will be pro-rated.
(3-day charge) 7-days out, return the equipment at the time you picked it up but exactly a week later.
WEEK RATES;
Rental rate charges will increase if machine hours exceed 40.0-hours. Rates will be pro-rated.
(7.5-day charge) 4-weeks out, return the equipment at the time you picked it up but exactly 4-weeks
MONTH RATE;
later. Rental rate charges will increase if machine hours exceed 120.0-hours. Rates will be pro-rated.
If you see you are going to be using the equipment longer than your "schedule rental period", please contact us!
2015 - KUBOTA #L45 "TRACTOR / LOADER / BACKHOE" - OPERATIONAL and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure that the towing capacity of the truck, trailer, ball/hitch, tires, etc., are enough
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