Self-Deploy Mode
Put the machine into SELF-DEPLOY mode to travel at
high speeds. When the machine is in SELF-DEPLOY
mode:
• the suspension is active.
• the transmission will automatically shift between six
speeds in forward.
• the blade can be raised, angled or tilted, but not
lowered.
The blade can be lowered when the machine is in
SELF-DEPLOY mode if the electrical power to the
machine is off. Always keep clear of the blade
when the blade is off the ground. Personal injury
can occur.
• the engine operates at the high horsepower setting
in transmission speeds three through six.
• the SELF-DEPLOY indicator is lit.
To Place the Machine in SELF-DEPLOY
Mode
1. Stop the machine and place transmission control
lever (1) into NEUTRAL.
2. Move blade control lever (2) to LIFT, and raise the
blade all the way up.
3. Move self-deploy/earthmoving switch (5) into SELF-
DEPLOY position. Self-deploy indicator (4) will turn
on. If the self-deploy indicator does not come on,
raise the blade further until blade down indicator (3)
and blade down alarm (6) turn off.
NOTE: Self-deploy indicator (4) will only function if the
blackout light switch is in the SERVICE DRIVE or
STOP LIGHT position.
NOTE: Blade down indicator (3) and blade down
alarm (6) will only function if the blackout light switch is
in the SERVICE DRIVE or STOP LIGHT position.
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Operation Section
Machine Operation
TM5-2430-200-10
