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Lifting and Transporting RT / RTx
3.2 Lifting the Machine
Requirements
■ Lifting equipment (crane or hoist) capable of supporting the machine’s weight
■ Lifting hooks and chains capable of supporting the machine’s weight
■ Engine stopped
Procedure
A lifting eye is used for lifting the machine.
Perform the procedure below to lift the machine.
1. Lock the front and rear halves of the machine using the articulated joint locking
bar (a).
2. Attach the lifting devices and equipment to the lifting eye. Do not attach lifting
devices to any other part of the machine.
3. Lift the machine a small distance.
4. Check for stability. If the machine is not stable, lower it, reposition the lifting
devices, and lift the machine a small distance again.
5. Continue lifting the machine as necessary.
WARNING
Crushing hazard. An unstable machine may cause the lifting devices and
equipment to fail. You may be crushed if the lifting devices and equipment fail.
► Check for stability before continuing.