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Contender Front Loader
Operation
3.2 Pack/Eject Functions
The Pack/Eject Functions are controlled by two buttons
located on the in-cab control panel. Automatic cycling of the
Pack/Eject Functions is controlled by the AUTOPACK button.
Manual cycling of the Pack/Eject Functions is controlled by the
EXTEND button or the RETRACT button.
Be sure all non-operator personnel are at
least 20 feet (6 meters) away from all areas
of the Packer.
Serious personal injury or death may occur.
WARNING
3.2.1 Automatic Cycling of Pack/Eject
Conditions
• Tailgate CLOSED indicator light must be green
• Side door indicator light must be off
• Top Door OPEN indicator light must be green
• Engine speed must be below 1600 rpm
Press the AUTOPACK button to activate automatic cycling
of the Pack/Eject Functions. When activated, the pack/eject
extends from the HOME position (Figure 26, Item 1) into the
hopper until it reaches the EXTEND position (Figure 26, Item
2). The pack/eject then reverses direction and retracts until it
returns to the HOME position.
NOTE
The automatic packing cycle can be
interrupted by pressing any of the E-STOP
buttons.