Equipment Controls

Blade Controls Blade control lever (1) is located on the control console, to the right of the operator. Float (2)—Push the lever all the way forward into the detent position. The blade moves up and down, following the contour of the ground. Angle Left (3)—Rotate the blade control lever counterclockwise to angle the blade to the left. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Lower (4)—Move the blade control lever forward to lower the blade. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Tilt Left (5)—Move the blade control lever to the left to tilt the left corner of the blade down. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Hold (6)—Return the lever to the center position to stop the blade from moving in any direction. NOTE: The lever is spring-centered to the HOLD position, when released from all positions except FLOAT. Tilt Right (7)—Move the blade control lever to the right to tilt the right corner of the blade down. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Lift (8)—Move the blade control lever to the rear, to lift the blade. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Angle Right (9)—Rotate the blade control lever clockwise to angle the blade to the right. The lever returns to HOLD when released. Back Rippers There are four back rippers (10) mounted on the blade and the blade C-frame. Use the blade control lever to position the rippers while ripping. 10 3 4 8 5 2 7 6 9 1 Equipment Controls 50 Operation Section Equipment Controls TM5-2430-200-10