Removing Foreign Material Remove dirt and other foreign matter from the following areas daily before operating the machine: •Around the lift cylinders. •
At the front of the machine.
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On the attachment hitch, especially around the tilt cylinder.
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Around hydraulic oil reservoir breather.
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In the engine compartment.
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In the operator’s compartment.
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Around the tracks and undercarriage.
Important: Build-up of foreign materials in these areas can interfere with machine operation, cause component damage or become a fire hazard.
Tilting the ROPS/FOPS Never operate the machine with the ROPS/FOPS in the raised position or removed. Be sure to reinstall the anchor bolts, washers and locknuts before using the machine. Torque to 43 Nm (32 lb-ft).
WARNING
Always close the cab door before tilting the ROPS/FOPS. Stay clear from underneath the ROPS/FOPS as it is tilted. Be sure the lock is securely engaged when the ROPS/FOPS is raised. Properly support the ROPS/FOPS when unlatching the lock mechanism and lowering the ROPS/FOPS.
Raising the ROPS/FOPS 1. Perform the “Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure” on page 14. 2. Remove hardware (A, Figure 85) at the front of the ROPS/FOPS.
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Figure 85 – ROPS/FOPS Anchor Hardware
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