Preparing to Attach Loader

causym CAUTION: To help prevent personal injury from tractor instability, be sure to prepare tractor for loader operation as outlined in Preparing the Tractor section. Be sure to attach ballast box before attempting to attach loader.

1. Attach ballast box (A) and be sure tractor is prepared for loader operation.


A-Ballast Box

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2. Check loader for any damaged or missing parts.

3. Be sure all hydraulic fittings on loader and tractor are free of dirt.

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IMPORTANT: Make sure all latches are in correct position.

4. Make sure latches (A and B), if equipped, are UP, as shown.


A-Latch Plate Retainer
B-Latch

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Latch Plate Retainer

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NOTE: Latch (A) on 990, 970 and 1070 Tractors is by right-hand mast. 4000 Series tractor shown.

5. Loader latch (A) should be unlatched and pushed forward.


A-Latch

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