Operating instructions
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Towing method
Towing method
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WARNING!
Use a wire rope of sufficient strength for the towing.
Towing for heavy objects
In the event of slipping into swampy ground or towing heavy ob-
jects, attach a wire rope to tow the machine as shown in the illus-
tration.
Put wood blocks between the wire rope and the machine to protect
the machine and wire rope from damage.
NOTE:
Do not use shackle holes to tow the machine. The holes are
only for anchoring when transporting the machine. See
Transporting the machine
on page 100.
Manual release of negative brake
In case of towing the machine due to travel components trouble
(motors and reduction gear):
1 Turn the hose (A) counterclockwise slowly until the oil flow
evenly and free from air bubbles.
2 Apply hydraulic pressure of 40 kg/cm
2
at D port of the travel
motor.
3 Loop a hydraulic hose between B and C port to release the
parking brake.