Working in water and on boggy ground
Operate the machine carefully when crossing a stream or body of
water if the water is cloudy or dark. There may be hidden
underwater obstacles or dangerous deep holes in the bottom. Do
not operate the machine in water if you are not sure that it is safe
to do so.
The machine can be continuously driven or parked in water that
reaches the centre of the wheel hub. Distance A in the image.
For shorter wading periods, the machine can handle deeper
water that reaches 10 cm (4 in) below the top edge of the
overrider/frame member on the tractor. Distance B in the image
NOTE!
Remember to keep the speed low to prevent swell waves or
flowing water from entering the engine compartment and
exceeding the permitted level.
After working in water, all grease points that have been under
water must be greased so that the water is forced out.
When working in water/clay, dirt and clay can accumulate in the
belly plates and increase their weight significantly. Open the
belly plates and clean after working in water/clay, see page
274
,
318
.
Water may collect in the fender when working in water and
swampy areas. Drain the space in the right fender as needed,
see page
369
.
Large logs laid next to each other can be used to support the
machine when operating in swampy ground conditions. The log
matting should be kept as smooth and clean as possible.
Working in cold weather
WARNING
Risk of crushing injury.
The hydraulic system could respond slowly at low temperatures
and could cause unexpected machine movements.
Operate carefully until the hydraulic system has reached
operating temperature.
Read the advice for start, see page
182
.
The windows should be free from ice and snow before starting to
use the machine.
Watch out for slippery parts on the machine. Only step on slip-
protected areas.
Use an ice scraper to remove ice from the windows. If needed,
use a scraper with a long handle or a ladder.
1 Overrider/frame member top edge
A Maximum depth, continuous driving
B Maximum depth, non-continuous driving
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