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Towing Traction Unit
IMPORTANT: If towing limits are exceeded, severe
damage to the piston pump may occur.
If it becomes necessary to tow (or push) the machine,
tow (or push) in a forward direction only and at a
speed below 3 mph. The piston (traction) pump is
equipped with a by--pass valve that needs to be turned
90
o
for towing. See Operator’s Manual for Towing Pro-
cedures.
See Operator’s Manual for towing instructions in re-
verse.
1. By--pass valve location
Figure 6
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Check Hydraulic Fluid
The Groundsmaster 4000--D hydraulic system is de-
signed to operate on anti--wear hydraulic fluid. The res-
ervoir holds about 8 gallons (30.3 liters) of hydraulic
fluid. Check level of hydraulic fluid daily. See Opera-
tor’s Manual for fluid level checking procedure and oil
recommendations.
1. Hydraulic reservoir cap
Figure 7
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Hydraulic
System