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Before operating the machine
WARNING
Equipment failure could cause accident or injury!
Before operating the machine, check for correct operation of steering, brakes, hydraulic controls,
instruments, and safety equipment. Make sure the transmission control lever is in the neutral position.
Make all adjustments before operating the machine.
Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Check the instrument panel
Turn the key switch to the on position and verify that warning/indicator lights illuminate and turn off as designed.
Test the parking and service brakes
NOTE: Review the procedures in their entirety before proceeding. Ensure you allow surplus room for machine travel.
1. To test the parking brake:
A.
Make sure that the backhoe is in the stowed position with the backhoe swing lock pin in the LOCK position.
B.
Lock the brake pedals together with the brake pedal lock.
C.
Move the operator's seat is into the loader operation position and fasten the seat belt.
D.
Place the direction control lever in NEUTRAL and the transmission in second gear.
E.
Ensure all hydraulic controls are in the NEUTRAL position.
F.
Start the engine.
G.
Disengage Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), if equipped.
H.
Make sure that the loader bucket and stabilizers are raised in preparation of forward travel.
I.
Press and hold the service brakes and release the parking brake.
J.
Place the direction control lever in FORWARD.
K.
Release the service brakes.
L.
Increase the engine speed to full throttle.
M.
Travel forward approximately 8 m (26 ft).
N.
Engage the parking brake. The machine should come to a stop within 2 m (6.5 ft) of engaging the parking
brake and the transmission should de-clutch. Contact your dealer for service as needed.
2. To test the service brakes:
A.
Make sure that the backhoe is in the stowed position with the backhoe swing lock pin in the LOCK position.
B.
Lock the brake pedals together with the brake pedal lock.
C.
Move the operator's seat is into the loader operation position and fasten the seat belt.
D.
Place the direction control lever in NEUTRAL and the transmission in second gear.
E.
Ensure all hydraulic controls are in the NEUTRAL position.
F.
Start the engine.
G.
Disengage Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), if equipped.
H.
Make sure that the loader bucket and stabilizers are raised in preparation of forward travel.
I.
Press and hold the service brakes and release the parking brake.
J.
Place the direction control lever in FORWARD.
K.
Release the service brakes.
L.
Increase the engine speed to full throttle.
M.
When the machine is moving at full speed in second gear, push the brake pedals and stop the machine. The
machine must stop smoothly and the brake pedal effort must feel firm. Contact your dealer for service as
needed.
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