3-52 BA 1404 en – Edition 2.7 * * 1404b330.fm
Operation
Loading and transporting the machine
Safety instructions
• The transport vehicle must be of adequate size – refer to Chapter 6 “Technical data”
for the machine’s dimensions and weights!
• Remove dirt (mud, snow, ice, for example) from the tracks so that the machine can be
safely driven onto the ramps.
• Secure the machine against unintentional movement
– see Parking the machine on page 3-28!
The machine must be loaded and transported properly –
Accident hazard!
☞ 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!
☞ Load as follows:
• Secure the transport vehicle with chocks to prevent it from rolling
• Place the access ramps at the smallest possible angle. Ensure that the grade does
not exceed 15° (27 %). Use access ramps with an antiskid surface only.
• Ensure that the loading area is clear and access to it is not obstructed – for example
by superstructures
• Ensure that the ramps and the tracks of the excavator are free of oil, grease and ice
• Start the engine of the excavator
• Raise the bucket sufficiently so that it will not touch the ramps
• Carefully drive the excavator onto the middle of the transport vehicle
• Lower the bucket to the loading area
• Stop the engine
• Raise the control lever base
• Remove the starting key
• Do not allow anyone to stay in the cab, and close the doors and the engine cover
The manufacturer’s warranty shall not apply to accidents or damage caused by
loading or transporting.
• Secure the machine against unintentional movement!
Abb. 121: Access ramp
< 15°
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