Safety Warning Read this manual in its entirety before putting your Eagle tow tractor into service. This manual contains important safety instructions. Improper usage or a failure to follow the safety require- ments listed in this manual could result in severe injury or death.
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Table of Contents Safety Warning Table of Contents Revision Sheet Introduction Welcome Contact Info Warranty Registration Proper Use Tractor Specifications Putting the Tow Tractor Into Service Unpacking/Setting Up Instructions for Safe Use General Safety Guidelines Operator Requirements Operator Workstation Pre-Operation Inspection Operating Instructions Instrumentation Controls...
Introduction W elcome Welcome to the growing family of EAGLE tractor operators. This tractor was built with the operator's safety, comfort and ease of operation in mind. We hope you agree and enjoy your EAGLE experience. Purpose & Use of Manual This manual is designed as a quick guide to familiarize you with the correct and safe operation of your Eagle vehicle as well as to inform you of the preventative mainte- nance and servicing recommendations of the manufacturer.
Introduction Contact Information Corporate Offices Sales, Support, Customer Service Eagle Industrial Truck 26111 Northline Rd Taylor, MI 48180 (734) 442-1000 — (800) 671-0431 Website www.eagletugs.com contains useful sales and service information. Please refer to this website for the latest revision of this and all other manuals. Email Addresses Customer Service customerservice@eagletugs.com...
Warranty Warranty Registration Please take the time to completely fill out the warranty registration information found at our website www.eagletugs.com. It allows Eagle Tugs to contact the appropriate per- son(s) for future documentation updates, warranty notices, and safety bulletins. Note: Eagle tugs cannot start a warranty claim without a completed registration card. Warranty Please read the Eagle Tugs warranty statement (available on our website) carefully.
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Proper Use Proper Use of eTT Series Tow Tractors The eTT line of tow tractors is designed to be an aircraft tow tractor. When used prop- erly in this application, the eTT line of tow tractors will provide years of safe operation. The following activities fall within the approved and anticipated usage: Aircraft Towing ...
Putting the Tow Tractor Into Service Unpacking and Setting Up The following directions specify the correct steps that should be taken once you receive delivery of your eTT series tow tractor. These steps will ensure that the tow tractor will operate safely. 1.
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General Usage eTT Tie-Down Ring Location General Safety The following safety recommendations are not intended to address every possible safety aspect of operating this vehicle, but rather serve as a guide. Eagle has taken extensive measures to make sure that ALL vehicles are designed and tested to be safe when they leave the factory.
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General Usage Your tractor's seats are equipped with retractable seat belts for your safety. Fasten your seat belt and adjust the seat before moving or operating the trac- tor. Be sure the seat belt is fitted snugly around the hips, not around the waist as failure to do so may cause injury in the event of a collision.
General Usage Operator Requirements The eTT series tow tractor is a piece of industrial equipment and has inherent safety risks. As such, the operator of the tow tractor is expected to have a fork truck or similar license, or be otherwise trained in the usage of material handling equip- ment.
General Usage Pre-Operation Inspection Checklist The following inspections should be conducted each day prior to the first operation of the tractor. Additional inspections may be required due to unusual operating condi- tions. Walk-A-Round Inspection - Look for evidence around and under tractor for gear oil, hydraulic fluid or battery acid leaks.
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General Usage Operating the Unit - With feet firmly on floormat, adjust seat and steering wheel to a comfortable posi- tion. - Sit in operator seat and buckle seat belt. - Select direction FWD (forward) or REV (reverse) located on dash panel. - Set parking brake by pulling lever located under the dash.
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General Usage eTT Digital Display: The eTT line of tow tractors features an OPT10 digital display. The OPT10 panel provides many useful features and benefits to the operator. Below, you will find standard operating instructions for the OPT10. Error Indicator: Light on display which illuminates indicating an error with tractor operation.
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General Usage Parking Brake Indicator: When the parking brake indicator is illuminated the parking brake is activated. Note that the accelerator pedal will not function with the parking brake en- gaged. Up Button: By depressing 1 you will be able to scroll Up through the display menu Down Button: By depressing 2 you will be able to scroll Down through the display menu Display Menu:...
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General Usage Key Switch: ON position-The electrical system, accessories and display are activated. Never leave the tractor unattended with the switch in the “ON” position, this can be unsafe, as well as result in discharging the traction battery. OFF position-This is used to shut off all electrical power (including accessories). Note, there is still some power being drawn by the tractor.
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General Usage Inching Switches: Rocker switch located on front and rear of tractor. In order for the inching switches to function, the tractor needs to be in LOW GEAR and INCH MODE. Note, shifting is not possible while in INCH MODE. Note: As a safety feature, the vehicle drive is not enabled at key-on until the trac- tor is switched to DRIVE MODE.
Instructions for Safe Towing/Pushing Load Moving Loads Maximum capacity towing or pushing of loads must be done with the transmission selector lever in “LOW GEAR” Load Towing and Pushing Safety If towing or pushing a load, check to see that: The towed load is securely connected to the hitch of the tractor.
Handling Emergency Towing If it should be necessary to tow the tractor to a location for maintenance service, be sure that one of the following procedures are followed: Four Wheel Flat Towing: If possible, align the rear wheels using the steering wheel. ...
Handling Tie Down Procedure For long distance travel, the eTT-series tow tractor can be transported by trailer. When transporting the tow tractor, please use the following tie-down procedure. This will ensure that the tractor is securely fastened and will prevent damage to the tractor. 1) Position tractor on trailer and set Parking Brake.
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Safety Procedure Review Signature Sheet By signing below you are verifying that you have read and understand the contents of this manual. Date: Printed Name: Signature: QA041 REV03 06.07.2016...
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