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Mobile Generator
Lifting and Transporting
4.2 Before Towing Checklist
Before towing the machine, check the licensing requirements for trailers in your
area. Also check the following items:
Towing vehicle
Check that the towing vehicle is rated to tow the load.
Check that the towing vehicle is in serviceable condition.
Do any necessary service/maintenance on the towing vehicle.
Hitch and coupler
Check that the towing vehicle and hitch have a rating equal to or greater than
the GVWR of the machine. See Technical Data.
Check that the hitch of the towing vehicle and coupler of the trailer are compatible.
Check the condition of both the coupler and the hitch.
Check that all fasteners on the coupler are tight.
Check that the coupler has fresh grease applied to it.
Wheels
Check that wheel chocks are available at the work site.
Check that all lug nuts are in place and are properly torqued.
Check the tread wear of the tires.
Check that the tires are inflated to the proper pressure.
Trailer preparation
Check that all doors and access panels are closed and latched.
Check that outriggers (if applicable) are retracted.
Check local regulations regarding hazardous materials placards. If applicable,
install the appropriate placards.
Trailer operation
Check that the trailer jacks are in the traveling (horizontal) position.
Check that the directional and running lights on the trailer function correctly.
Check that the safety chains of the trailer are connected to the towing vehicle
using a crisscross pattern.
Check the operation of the trailer brakes by braking the towing vehicle at a slow
speed. Both the vehicle and the trailer must brake smoothly. If the trailer pushes,
check the fluid level in the surge brakes or the operation of the electric brakes.
Check that the trailer’s breakaway cable (if applicable) is attached to the towing
vehicle.
Test the function of the breakaway system (if applicable).
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