mecalac TA3SH - Towing and Pump Freewheel Procedure

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8. Emergency Operating Procedures
Figure 8.1. - Battery “Jump” Starting
1. Positive (+) Jump Lead.
2. Discharged Battery on Machine.
3. Machine Chassis.
4. Jump Lead Connection on Chassis.
5. Negative (-) Jump Lead.
6. Slave Battery.
8.4 Towing the Machine
In the event of a breakdown it is possible to tow the machine but before doing so it is necessary
to set the transmission pump to “freewheel” mode.
The machine should be towed at a maximum speed of 2km/h (1.2 m.p.h.) for a maximum
distance of 2 km (0.6 miles).
PROCEDURE
1. Connect the positive jump lead from the positive terminal on the slave battery to the
positive terminal on the machine battery.
2. Connect the negative cable from the negative terminal on the slave battery to a suitable
point on the machine chassis.
3. Start the engine using the machines start key.
4. Allow engine speed to fall to idle.
5. Carefully remove the negative jump lead from the machine chassis. Do not let the cable
touch any part of the machine.
6. Remove the negative jump lead from the slave battery.
7. Carefully remove the positive jump lead from the machines battery.
8. Remove the positive jump lead from the slave battery.
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