Use and Care Manual

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Rear Frame Access
Overview
The operator’s platform is hinged and can be tilted to provide access to the water pump, the
water filter, the battery, the hydraulic hoses, and the fuel tank. The platform has lifting
cylinders and a prop rod that hold the platform in the open position.
WARNING
Pinching/crushing hazard. The lifting cylinders do not have enough force to
lift and hold the platform in the open position when the tank is filled with
water.
 Drain the water tank before tilting the platform. See Water Spray System
for instructions.
Raising the platform
Follow the procedure below to tilt the platform and engage the prop rod.
1. Drain the water tank.
2. Remove the two bolts (a) locking the operator’s platform to each side of the rear frame.
3. Stand on the left side of the machine, facing the rear.
4. Grasp the steering column handle (b) and push firmly up and rearward to tilt the
platform.
5. The prop rod (c) will automatically drop into the detent (d) when the platform reaches its
highest position. The platform is now supported.
6. Perform necessary maintenance work.
Lowering the platform
Follow the procedure below to disengage the prop rod and lower the platform.
1. Stand on the left side of the machine, facing the rear.
2. Grasp the steering column handle and push firmly up and rearward. At the same time,
lift the prop rod out of the detent and pull it slightly forward into the guide slot (e).