Great Plains DTX350 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 16)

16 Simba DTX
604-107M-ENG
2013-01-28
2.4 Hitching Up / Preparing
for Transport
When hitching-up the machine,
ensure that no-one is between
the tractor and the machine.
1. Connect the tractor to the machine
using the hydraulics to raise or lower
the the height of the tractor lower link
arms.
2. When the lower link arms are aligned
fit the lower link pins and the lynch
pins.
3. Fit the tractor toplink between the
tractor and the machine.
4. Raise the machine using the tractor
link arms.
Fig. 2A: Parking Position
Fig. 2B: Parking Stand Stowage
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2. Transportation / Installation
2.5 When driving on the
road
When driving on the road the machine must
be converted to the transportation position.
When driving on the road, raise
the machine completely to
prevent the working elements
dragging on the ground.
Ensure that the tractor rear lights
are visible from behind during
transport.
2.6 Parking the machine
In order to avoid damage as a result of
moisture, the machine should be parked, if
possible, indoors or under cover.
When manoeuvring the
machine, pay attention to your
surroundings. Ensure that
nobody is in the manoeuvring
area (watch for children!).
 Park the machine on level and solid
ground.
 Lower the machine onto the parking
stands / tines ensuring that it is stable.
 Remove the toplink and lower the link
arms so that pins can be removed.
 Switch off the tractor.