Summary of Contents for Challenger TERRA-GATOR 3244
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AG617715 January 2011 Operator Manual TERRA-GATOR 3244 Chassis S/N: MY 2011...
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TO OUR CUSTOMER: ® Congratulations on your selection of a Challenger Product. We believe you have exercised excellent judgment in the purchase of ® your Challenger machine. We are most appreciative of your patronage. Your Dealer has performed the pre-delivery service on your new machine.
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CONTENTS CHALLENGER ® TERRA-GATOR 3244 AG617715 CONTENTS SAFETY ................................ 1-1 Follow Safety Instructions .......................... 1-1 Prepare for Emergencies ........................... 1-1 Emergency Exit From Cab ......................... 1-1 Operating the Vehicle Safely ........................1-2 Prevent Vehicle Runaway .......................... 1-3 Use Safety Lights and Devices ........................1-3 Operating on Slopes ..........................
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CONTENTS Fuel In-line Strainer ..........................2-3 Chassis / Cab Modification ........................2-3 Towing ............................... 2-4 Parking Brake Information ......................... 2-4 Parking Brake Emergency Release ......................2-4 Transporting ............................... 2-5 Component Locations ..........................2-6 Left View and Right View ........................2-6 Front View, Rear View and Top View ....................
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CONTENTS Lower the Cabin ..........................4-11 Fuel ................................4-13 Fuel Tank ............................4-13 Extra Fuel Tank ..........................4-13 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ......................5-1 Maintenance Introduction .......................... 5-1 Maintenance Schedule ..........................5-1 Lubricants and Fluids ..........................5-5 Lubricant Filling Reminders ........................5-5 Daily maintenance or every 8 - 10 hours ....................
SAFETY SAFETY IMPORTANT: Any Modifications to the vehicle or systems not authorized by Challenger will void the Challenger Warranty. This includes, but is not limited to hitches. FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FIG. 1: Carefully read, learn and understand all safety messages and information in this manual and on the vehicle's safety signs.
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SAFETY OPERATING THE VEHICLE SAFELY FIG. 4: Wear a seat belt at all times. FIG. 4 FIG. 5: Make sure the operator and ladder areas are clean and dry to help prevent personal injuries. • Make sure all wheel bolts are torqued to the proper specifications before operating the vehicle.
SAFETY PREVENT VEHICLE RUNAWAY FIG. 7: Avoid possible injury or death from vehicle runaway. Never start the engine by shorting across the starter terminals. The engine will start, and the vehicle will move if normal circuitry is bypassed. Never start the vehicle's engine while standing on the ground.
SAFETY TRAVELING ON PUBLIC ROADS CAUTION: This vehicle was designed for applying chemicals and fertilizers in off-road use. Do not use the vehicle for transporting product over public roads. Chemical spills may occur resulting in environmental damage. A loaded vehicle driven on public roads also runs the high risk of tire failure.
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SAFETY SYSTEM BOOM SAFETY FIG. 9: If you have a system with booms, make sure no personnel or objects are ever in the path of the booms before operating them. Especially, when retracting or extending the booms. Be aware of the location of the booms at all times. Before driving on public roads, retract and lock the booms if applicable.
SAFETY EXHAUST FUMES FIG. 12: Always work in a Properly Ventilated Area. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, use the proper equipment to safely remove the exhaust fumes from the working area.
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Welding or altering the chassis in any way (such as adding implement towing hitches) can cause damage or failure of components and create a safety hazard. Modifications not approved by Challenger can also void the vehicle or system warranty. AG617715...
Only trained and qualified personnel should perform any maintenance procedures or repairs. Never modify any equipment or add attachments not approved by Challenger. FIG. 18 PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE FIG. 19: Never lubricate, service, or adjust the vehicle, any of its systems or components while they are moving.
SAFETY CHEMICAL SAFETY Operator Cabs FIG. 21: Some cabs use filters that MAY NOT filter out dangerous chemicals. Follow instructions given by the chemical manufacturer. Cabs labeled as "Enclosed Cabs for Pesticide Application Incorporating Respiratory Protection" or "ECPAR" comply with ASAE S525 and EPA Worker Protection Standards for operating in a pesticide environment.
Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals can cause serious injury death. Potentially hazardous chemicals used with Challenger equipment include such items as fuel, lubricants, coolants, hydraulic fluid, paints and adhesives. FIG. 24 FIG. 25: The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details on hazardous chemical...
SAFETY UNDERSTAND CORRECT SERVICE FIG. 28: Light your working area properly, adequately and safely. Use proper safety lights with wire safety cages. Exposed bulbs can ignite fluids. Catch draining fluids in proper containers. Never use beverage containers that could mislead personnel to drink from them.
SAFETY HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS FIG. 32: AVOID HIGH-PRESSURE FLUIDS Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. The vehicle must be stopped and cooled before checking fluids. Use caution when removing radiator caps, plugs, grease fittings or pressure taps. Never open pressure lines when they are under pressure.
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