Great Plains Simba DTX AR Operator Manual - Manual (Page 16)

16 Simba DTX AR
604-108M-ENG
2013-02-08
2. Transportation / Installation
2.4 Hitching up / Preparing
for Transport
When hitching-up the machine,
ensure that no-one is between the
tractor and the machine.
Tractor Oil Flow
Adjustment: As a general rule
the tractor oil flow rate should
be set in the lowest setting
before starting. This can then
be increased to allow the desired
rate of operation as applicable.
This will minimise excessive
oil flow and consequent power
usage and heat generation.
1. Ensure the tractor hydraulics are
depressurised and in the locked or
closed (not float) setting.
2. Couple the hydraulic hoses to the
tractor ensuring the two tine circuit
hoses are inserted into the same
service. The tank return line can be
identified by the one-way check valve
on the connector and can be inserted
into any other service.
3. Connect the tractor to the machine
using the hydraulics to raise or lower
the height of the tractor lower link arms.
4. When the lower link arms are aligned fit
the lower link pins and the lynch pins.
5. Fit the tractor toplink between the
tractor and the machine.
6. Raise the machine using the tractor
link arms.
Fig. 2: Parking Position
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.