TRANSPORTATION
TRA
VEL ON ROAD
When traveling on paved roads, use flat shoes to protect their surface.
If the flat track shoes cannot be prepared, always place boards to protect the road surface even when traveling
a short distance.
Note that the asphalt road becomes soft in summer.
PRECAUTIONS FOR TRANSPORTING MACHINE
When transporting the machine, observe all related laws and regulations, and be careful to assure safety.
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURE
When transporting the machine, choose the transportation method in reference to the weight and dimensions of
machine.
Note that the machine “SPECIFICATIONS” (weight and dimensions) vary depending on the kind of track shoes,
blade, or other equipment.
REMOVE CAB
Operator's seat and control levers are made in one unit with the cab. If cab is removed, machine cannot be op-
erated.
If you have any trouble in transportation, consult your Komatsu distributor.
METHOD FOR REMOVING WORK EQUIPMENT
Overall width can be shortened by angling the blade fully. Re-
ferring to the figure, decide whether the blade should be re-
moved for transportation.
Normal Angling maximum angle
A ( mm ) B ( mm ) C (deg.)
D51EX
Narrow 3045 2725
29
Wide 3350 2990
D51PX
Wide
3350
2990
High ca-
pacity
2995
1.
Lower the blade to the ground and set it in parallel with the
ground surface.
2.
Remove the work equipment assembly.
When
removing the work equipment, ask your Komatsu
distributor to perform the work.
TRANSPORTATION OPERATION
3-196