17OperationTraction Unit OverviewFigure 11 contains a front and back view of the traction unit. Familiarize yourself with all of the traction unitcomponents listed in Figure 11.61427911121314 151448365101617Figure 111. Mount plate2. Tilt cylinder3. Auxiliary hydraulic couplers4. Loader arms5. Front access cover6. Fuel tank7. Wheel8. Lift cylinder9. Operator platform10. Rear access cover (open)11. Engine12. Air filter13. Control panel14. Lift points15. Handle16. Battery17. Indicator lightsPOTENTIAL HAZARD• The operator could fall off of the platform.WHAT CAN HAPPEN• The operator could be seriously injured.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD• Do not move any of the control leversunless standing with both feet on theplatform and with hands holding thehandles.POTENTIAL HAZARD• If the traction unit is operated withoutcovers or guards in place, the operatorcould be injured by moving parts.WHAT CAN HAPPEN• The operator could be seriously injured.HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD• Do not operate the traction unit with any ofthe covers or guards removed.