Hydraulic Hitch and Hydraulic Services

Retrieval Hitch

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In order to connect the attachment for towing, remove pin (12). Align the machine and the tow eye of the attachment. Reverse the machine with assistance in order to ensure an easy connection. Secure pin (12) with spring pin (13). Note: The retrieval hitch is only suitable for offhighway use.

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Hydraulic services are included with the hydraulic hitch. Hydraulic services can be purchased as an option with some of the other hitches. For the functionality of the switch for the towing hitch, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Operator Controls (Side Console)" for more information on the towing hitch control.

Hydraulic Hitch

To connect the hydraulic hitch to the machine, connect fitting (15) to hose end (17). Then, connect fitting (16) to hose end (18).

Trailer Brakes

Connect the hydraulic coupling for the trailer brake to fitting (14). This connection must conform to ISO 5676. Trailer brakes are integrated with the service brakes for the machine. The trailer brakes work immediately when the brakes have been connected properly.

Using the Hydraulic Services to Tip a Trailer

If the machine is equipped with the hydraulic hitch, ensure that the hitch is in the UP position. The hitch must be held with the safety hooks. Disconnect hose fittings (17) and (18) from the valve. For a single acting trailer, connect the trailer hose to fitting (15). For a double acting trailer, connect the tip trailer hose to fitting (15) and connect the lower trailer hose fitting to fitting (16). The tip function is operated with the switch for the towing hitch.