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4. Lower the restraint bar to activate the brake system.
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.
5. 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.
3. 9 SECURING
There are 4 points provided for securing the loader while
trailering (Fig. 3. 9). These attachment points will
accommodate a 5/16” through 5/8” diameter chain for use
with accompanying load binders.
3. 10 BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND
BOOSTING:
Inspect the battery on a regular basis for damage such as a
cracked or broken case or cover which would allow
electrolyte loss.
Check the battery cables for tightness and that they are
corrosion free. Remove any acid corrosion from the battery
and cables with a baking soda and water solution. Coat the
terminal connections with di - electric grease.
If it is necessary to use a booster battery to start the engine,
BE CAREFUL! There must be one person in the operator’s
seat and one person to connect and disconnect the battery
cables. The ignition must be in the “OFF” position. The
booster battery to be used must be 12 volt. Connect the end
of the first cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster
battery. Connect the other end of the same cable to the
optional boosting lug. (See Fig. 3. 10).
WARNING
3 OPERATION
To prevent personal injury
DO NOT charge a frozen
battery because it can
explode and cause
personal injury. Let the
battery warm to 60ÞF.
(15.5ÞC.) before putting
on a charger.
Lead-acid batteries contain
sulfuric acid which will
damage the eyes or skin on
contact. Always wear
goggles to avoid acid in the
eyes. If acid contacts the
eyes, wash immediately
with large quantities of
clean water and get medical
attention. Wear rubber
gloves and protective
clothing to keep acid off the
skin. If acid contacts the
skin, wash off immediately
with clean water.
WARNING
To avoid personal injury,
lower the boom arms, shut
off the engine, raise the
seat bar and cycle the
hydraulics to ensure they
are locked. Then, unlatch
the seat belt and exit the
loader. Do not enter or exit
with the engine running
unless as specified in this
manual or under specific
service and backhoe
operating procedures.
WARNING
Fig. 3.9
C-727
C-944
Fig. 3. 10
Boosting Lug