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.
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 tyres. Make sure the machine will not
foul on the ramp angle.
Check the condition of the transport vehicle before the machine is loaded on to its trailer.
Make sure that the transport trailer is suitable for the dimensions and weight of your machine. Refer to: Static
Dimensions (Page 84).
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.
Loading the Machine onto the Transporting Vehicle/Trailer
Make sure that platform controller is correctly secured. Secure the platform controller to the guardrail at the
mounting position provided in the front right corner of the platform. Insert a bolt through the controller cradle
into the threaded hole provided.
Lifting the Machine onto the Transporting Vehicle/Trailer
1. Turn the machine off and remove the key.
2. Remove any loose items from the machine.
3. Place the blocks at the front and rear of the trailer wheels.
4. Lift the machine on to the trailer.
5. Put blocks at the front and rear of all four wheels. Make sure they are securely in place.
6. Measure the maximum height of the machine from the ground. Make sure the truck driver knows the
clearance height before he drives away.
7. If required remove the lock pins from all four corners of the platform and fold the guardrails.
8. Secure the machine to the trailer bed with suitable chains. Use the tie down points indicated by the safety
decals.
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