SPADE OPERATION
INITIAL SETUP:
References
Operator troubleshooting index (WP 0081)
Prepare auxiliary hydraulic system for operation
(WP 0074)
References (cont.)
Prepare main hydraulic system for operation
(WP 0073)
Transmission shift selection (WP 0012)
NOTE
•
Spade is controlled by main or auxiliary hydraulic system. Controls are located in
operator area.
•
Auxiliary hydraulic system is only used for spade operations in no-load or
emergency conditions. Refer to troubleshooting (WP 0081) if spade cannot be
raised to locked position.
•
Spade is used to stabilize the vehicle when hoisting loads over 20 tons
(18.29 metric tons). It will always be used for winching operations.
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