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TOWING 2.6
Towing Procedure
In an event the loader has malfunctioned or failed, the
loader may be moved a short distance by following the
procedure below.
1 Park the loader on level ground. If it is necessary to
park on a slope, position the machine at right angles to
the slope.
2 Lower the lift arms and ground the attachment.
3 Return the throttle control to idle position. If the
engine is hot, allow it to idle until cool, at least 2 minutes.
4 When the engine is cool, turnn the ignition key to the
OFF position and remove the key.
5 Place the auxiliary foot pedal in neutral position. If
the auxiliary foot pedal is left in detent, restarting the
machine may be impossible. If equipped with electro
solenoid, make sure the switch is in the OFF position.
6 Raise the seat bar to apply the park brake. Turn the
ignition switch to the OFF position, unfasten the seat belt,
and ensure the pedals are locked by rocking them and
ensure the steering levers are locked in neutral.
7 Attach a properly rated chain, cable or towing strap
to the towing point provided. The point was designed to
accommodate a chain, but a cable or strap with sufficient-
ly large hook to prevent jamming in the chain slot may be
used.
8 Lower the restraint bar to unlock the brake system.
(Fig. 5296) Towing with the restraint bar up could result
in damage to the braking system. If towing from the
front, remove the blocks supporting the attachment prior
to engaging tow equipment.
9 The attachment point on the towing or winching
equipment should be kept as low as possible and in as
direct a line as possible with the stuck loader. A steep tow
line angle or side pull could result in upsetting the stuck
loader.
10 When done towing, raise the restraint bar to activate
the brakes before dis connecting tow chain.
WARNING
Failure to follow the proper towing procedure may
cause damage to the hydrostatic drive system.
WARNING
Use chains or cables rated a minimum of 1 and 1/2
times the gross vehicle weight.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the drive motors, do not
exceed speed of 1 MPH.
C726
C1697
C5296
Lower restraint bar
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