BA 50Z3/6003 en – Edition 4.3 * 5003b330.fm 3-71
Operation
Required lengths L1 and L2 of the lifting gear:
3.44 Loading and transporting the machine
Safety instructions
• The transport vehicle must be of adequate size – refer to Chapter 6 “Specifications” for
the machine’s dimensions and weights.
• Remove dirt (for example mud, snow, ice, etc.) from the tracks so that the machine can
be safely driven onto the ramp.
• Secure the machine against unintentional movement
– see chapter 3.18 Parking the machine on page 3-29.
The machine must be loaded and transported properly –
Risk of accidents!
☞ It is essential that you read the safety instructions at the beginning of this
chapter and follow any other safety instructions relevant in your country!
• Remove the shatter protection if the machine is transported on an open platform.
• Secure the transport vehicle with chocks to prevent it from rolling.
• Place the access ramps at the smallest possible angle. Do not exceed a slope of 15°.
Use access ramps with an antiskid surface only.
• Ensure that the loading area is clear and access to it is not obstructed – by superstruc-
tures, for example
• Ensure that the access ramps and the tracks of the machine are free of dirt (oil, grease,
ice, etc.).
• Start the engine of the machine.
• Raise the boom enough so that it will not touch the access ramps.
• Carefully drive the machine onto the middle of the transport vehicle.
• Move the machine to transport position.
• Lower the attachment to the loading area.
• Stop the engine.
• Raise the control lever base.
• Remove the ignition key.
• Leave the cab.
• All covers must be closed.
• Secure the machine against unintentional movement.
The manufacturer’s warranty shall not apply to accidents or damage caused by
loading or transporting the machine.
Machine Length Dimension
50Z3
L1 1700 mm (66.93 in)
L2 3930 mm (154.74 in)
6003
L1 2000 mm (78.74 in)
L2 4600 mm (181.10 in)