Hydraulic Quick-Hitch; Replacing The Bucket Or Attachment - Takeuchi TL230 Operator's Manual

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HYDRAULIC QUICK-HITCH

HYDRAULIC QUICK-HITCH
REPLACING THE BUCKET OR
ATTACHMENT
WARNING
• Use only the attachments
recommended by us. Using the
attachments not approved by us may
cause safety problems. Also, it may
adversely affect the machine's operation
or service life.
• Before performing maintenance or
repairs under the machine, lower all
moveable working equipment to the
ground or in the lowermost position.
For the installation and removal of the
standard bucket provided by us, follow the
procedure below. For the other attachments,
consult Takeuchi or one of our service
agents.
Installation
Before installing a bucket, clean the
connecting sections of the bucket (1) and the
quick-hitch (3) and their surrounding area.
1. Open the cover and press the
the switch (5) to unlock the quick-hitch.
2. Sit in the operator's seat, lower the safety
bar, and then start the engine.
3. Tilt the quick-hitch (3) forward.
4. Slowly move the machine forward and
raise the lift arms. Engage the wedge-
shaped top edge of the quick-hitch (3)
onto the bucket (1) upper part (quick-hitch
mount).
side of
5. Tilt the quick-hitch (3) backward while
lifting the bucket (1) off the ground. The
quick-hitch (3) will slide into position.
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