H&S 5226 Operator's Manual page 26

CONTROLS & SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Top Shots are provided with several features for operator safety and convenience.
GUARDS & SHIELDS
Whenever possible and without affecting the operation of the Top Shot, guards, shields and/or hinged
shields have been used on this equipment to protect potentially hazardous areas. In many places, decals
are also provided to warn of potential dangers as well as to display special operation procedures.
AUGER CONTROL
Top Shots have a hydraulically controlled raise/lower main auger to overcome material bridging when
unloading hard-packed waste material. The auger can be hydraulically raised from the tractor seat
as necessary. An auger height indicator, visible from the tractor seat, allows the operator to monitor
the auger height. When the unit is parked overnight in freezing temperatures, raise the main auger to
prevent the auger from freezing against the bottom of the tank.
DISCHARGE GATE CONTROL
The Top Shot has a hydraulically controlled discharge gate with indicator to regulate the amount of
material being discharged. In freezing temperatures, leave the discharge gate partially opened when the
unit is parked overnight to prevent the gate from freezing against the bottom of the opening. A discharge
gate height indicator visible from the tractor seat allows the operator to monitor the gate opening.
OPERATION
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