TUG MZ User manual

OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
& PARTS MANUAL
MODEL MZ
TOW TRACTOR
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MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Record of Revisions............................................................................................................... INTRO-iii
List of Effective Pages............................................................................................................INTRO-iv
Manual Table of Contents ..................................................................................................... INTRO-viii
CopyrightNotice................................................................................................................... INTRO-xvi
Introduction.......................................................................................................................... INTRO-xvii
UnitIdentification ................................................................................................................. INTRO-xvii
Technical Assistance...........................................................................................................INTRO-xviii
Warranty Policy Statement................................................................................................... INTRO-xix
How to Use This Manual..................................................................................................... INTRO-xxix
SAFETY ............................................................................................................................... SAFETY-I
A. General .......................................................................................................... SAFETY-i
B. Safety Features ............................................................................................. SAFETY-i
C. General Responsibilities ............................................................................... SAFETY-ii
D. Operator Responsibilities ............................................................................. SAFETY-ii
E. Mechanic Responsibilites ............................................................................ SAFETY-iv
F. Warning Statements ....................................................................................SAFETY-vii
G. Cautionary Statements ...............................................................................SAFETY-viii
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL INFORMATION &
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 1: DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................... 1-1-1
A. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1-1-1
B. System Description .............................................................................................. 1-1-2
1. Components ............................................................................................. 1-1-2
2. Axle Drive System .................................................................................... 1-1-3
3. Battery ...................................................................................................... 1-1-3
4. Lighting and Horn Systems....................................................................... 1-1-3

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5. Hydraulic Steering System........................................................................ 1-1-3
6. Brakes ...................................................................................................... 1-1-3
7. Chassis .................................................................................................... 1-1-3
SECTION 2: OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 1-2-1
A. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1-2-1
B. Controls and Indicators......................................................................................... 1-2-2
1. MultifunctionDisplay ................................................................................. 1-2-2
2. Master (“Ignition”) Switch .......................................................................... 1-2-3
3. Headlight Switch ....................................................................................... 1-2-3
C. Maneuvering Controls ........................................................................................... 1-2-4
1. Steering Wheel ......................................................................................... 1-2-4
2. Service Brakes ......................................................................................... 1-2-4
3. Accelerator / Foot Throttle ........................................................................ 1-2-4
4. Turn Signal (Optional) ............................................................................... 1-2-4
5. Drive Direction Selector ............................................................................ 1-2-5
6. Inching Controls (Optional) ....................................................................... 1-2-5
7. Parking Brake ........................................................................................... 1-2-6
D. 12 VDC Electrical Supply Panel ........................................................................... 1-2-6
E. Preoperational Checks ......................................................................................... 1-2-6
1. Battery ...................................................................................................... 1-2-6
2. Brakes ...................................................................................................... 1-2-7
3. Tires.......................................................................................................... 1-2-7
4. Power Steering ......................................................................................... 1-2-7
F. Starting Procedure................................................................................................ 1-2-8
G. Operating Characteristics .................................................................................... 1-2-8
1. Parking Brake ........................................................................................... 1-2-8
2. Power Steering Pump............................................................................... 1-2-8
3. Seat Safety Switch.................................................................................... 1-2-9
H. Shutdown Procedure............................................................................................ 1-2-9
I. MaintenanceTowing ............................................................................................. 1-2-9
SECTION 3: SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................ 1-3-1
A. General ................................................................................................................. 1-3-1
1. Dimensions............................................................................................... 1-3-1
2. Weight ...................................................................................................... 1-3-1
3. Performance............................................................................................. 1-3-1
4. Electrical Components ............................................................................. 1-3-1

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5. Brakes ...................................................................................................... 1-3-1
6. DriveAxle .................................................................................................. 1-3-1
7. Steering..................................................................................................... 1-3-2
8. Gear Ratio................................................................................................. 1-3-2
B. Safety Features .................................................................................................... 1-3-2
SECTION 4: SHIPPING............................................................................................................. 1-4-1
A. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1-4-1
B. Preparation for Shipment...................................................................................... 1-4-1
C. Receiving.............................................................................................................. 1-4-1
SECTION 5: STORAGE ............................................................................................................ 1-5-1
A. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 1-5-1
B. Short Term Storage............................................................................................... 1-5-1
C. ExtendedStorage ................................................................................................. 1-5-1
SECTION 6: BATTERY CHARGING......................................................................................... 1-6-1
A. Battery Charging Cycles....................................................................................... 1-6-1
1. Guidelines for Your Charging Regimen..................................................... 1-6-3
2. Equalize Charging Procedure................................................................... 1-6-3
B. Storage and Cold Weather Considerations .......................................................... 1-6-4
CHAPTER 2: MAINTENANCE
SECTION 1: MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................... 2-1-1
A. Introduction ........................................................................................................... 2-1-1
B. General Preparations for Use ............................................................................... 2-1-1
1. Battery ...................................................................................................... 2-1-1
2. Brakes ...................................................................................................... 2-1-1
3. Tires.......................................................................................................... 2-1-2
4. Power Steering ......................................................................................... 2-1-2