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M140 Tow Tractor Manual No. 46054
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CHAPTER 1 GENERAL INFORMATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2 OPERATION
3. Release the foot brake and depress the accelerator pedal slowly and evenly.
As the tractor starts to move and increase speed, the transmission will up shift
automatically, unless you are in “1” or ”R”.
NOTICE! Do not shift from a forward gear (D, 2, or 1) to reverse (R) or from
reverse to a forward gear unless the tractor is at a complete stop. Failure to do this
will damage the transmission and void the warranty.
4. When towing, allow tractor to decelerate by releasing accelerator pedal before
applying foot brake. The transmission will downshift automatically.
Secure all hitch pins and pintle hitches with a safety retainer pin to
prevent accidental unhooking, which can result in a run away load.
5. When driving or towing, avoid the tendency to oversteer and turn too sharply.
Allow enough clearance for the towed load.
Limit travel speed. Ground conditions, congestion, slope, location
of personnel and other factors increase risk of collision or injury to personnel
Always approach turns slowly and carefully. When approaching
blind corners or steering around obstructions, reduce speed and proceed
cautiously.
Be extremely alert during hazardous operating conditions.
Operating conditions can change as work progresses and as weather changes.
2.5 SHUTTING DOWN THE TRACTOR
1. Bring tractor to a safe and complete stop and set parking brake.
2. Place gear shift lever in neutral (N).
Be sure that the shift control lever is secure in the neutral detent
and the parking brake is applied to prevent unintended movement that could result
in serious injury or death.
3. Turn off all lights.
4. Turn off ignition switch.
AUGUST 31, 2008
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