Operation
Transporting the Machine
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Transporting the Machine
General
WARNING The safe transit of the load is the responsibility of the transport contractor and driver. Any
machine, attachments or parts that may move during transit must be adequately secured.
WARNING Make sure that the ramp incline does not exceed the machine's operational limits.
CAUTION Before moving the machine onto the trailer, make sure that the trailer and ramp are free from
oil, grease and ice. Remove oil, grease and ice from the machine tracks. Make sure the machine will not
foul on the ramp angle.
Before transporting the machine make sure you will be obeying the local rules and laws regarding machine
transportation of all the areas that the machine will be carried through.
Check the condition of the transporting vehicle before loading the machine on to its trailer:
Check the Condition of the Transporting Vehicle
1. Make sure that the transporting vehicle is suitable for the dimensions and weight of your machine. Measure
the clearance height. Make sure that the truck driver knows the clearance height before he drives away.
Figure 69.
A Clearance height
2. Remove all loose dirt that may otherwise come off and obstruct the highway and damage other vehicles.
3. Check the operation of the park brake.
4. Check the trailer bodywork for signs of damage.
5. Check the tyre pressures are correct (consult the manufacturer's manual).
6. Check the trailer lights are working and are the correct voltage for the towing vehicle (consult the
manufacturer's manual).
7. Check the breakaway cable is serviceable.
Loading the Machine onto the Transporting Vehicle/Trailer
CAUTION The machine must be securely tied down to the transport vehicle to prevent lateral movement,
fore-and-aft movement, and slewing of the superstructure. Failure to do so could cause injury to yourself
or others.
1. Position the transporting vehicle on solid, level ground.
2. Apply the park brakes and lower any stability jacks.
3. Attach the loading ramps on to the transporter correctly.
4. Align the machine with the loading ramps, position the dozer blade to the front and fully raised.
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