BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE

CAUTION:Quickly respond to initial problems requiring maintenance and downtime will be reduced. Check the machine each morning before beginning work make a walk around inspection.

1.Check if the tires are worn, cut or not properly inflated. 2.Check if the blade, cutting edges and bits are worn or damaged. 3.Check circle adjustment. 4.Check for damaged or failed instruments and other operator’s compartment components. 5.Check leakage on tandem case. 6.Check any leakage or damage to cooling system hoses. 7.Check engine oil and hydraulic lines and hoses for leaks.

IT’S ALSO RECOMMENDED TO CHECK

Electrical system Check insulation parts, worn cables and terminals loose

Bolts Check for loose or missing parts Hydraulic system Check leakages, twisted hoses, hoses rubbing against other components Lubrication Check all grease points related on periodic maintenance table

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1.Fill the fuel tank only with the specified fuel, with the engine off. Take care to avoid entrance of dirt or foreign matter while filling tank.

WARNING: Extinguish all smoking materials or open flames before checking and/or filling the fuel tank.

2.Check the fluid levels of the following: a)Engine crankcase b)Engine cooling system c)Transmission system d)Hydraulic system e)Axle housing and rear tandem housings 3. Lubricate all points where lube fittings are provided.

Refer to lubrication and service guide for instructions and location. 4.Check tire inflation pressure.

WARNING: Do not inflate tires with flammable gases or air from systems utilizing alcohol injectors. Explosion and personal injury may be resulted.

5.The cooling system of the unit is filled at the factory with a 50/50 mixture of water and AGRIFLU antifreeze for protection to -37°C (-34°F). It is not necessary to drain this solution before placing the machine in service. IMPORTANT: Do not run the engine in closed areas without proper ventilation to remove poison exhaust gases. Warn all people who may be working around your machine before starting the engine. Sound horn before starting or operating the machine. Never leave the machine unattended with the engine running.

6.Start engine. Check all instruments and gauges for normal indication. Operate controls and check for normal operation.

WARNING: Do not use hands to search for pressure leaks. Fluid escaping under high pressure can penetrate skin causing serious injury.

WARNING: Remove front wheel lean shipping bolt before operating machine.

Before unloading the machine from the truck, remove the wheel lean lock bolt and store it in the block provided on the front axle. Whenever the machine is to be transported by truck, install the lock bolt with spacer after loading. Operating the machine with the lock bolt installed will result in reduced maneuverability. NOTE: The lock bolt may be used to maintain the front wheels in a vertical position in the event of a damaged wheel lean hydraulic hose.