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MODEL 490
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES (cont.)
LOADING & UNLOADING MACHINES
WARNING
BEFORE LOADING OR UNLOADING THE MACHINE INSPECT AND CONFIRM THE FOLLOWING
STEPS:
When loading or unloading the machine on the trailer, use care and caution. The maneuvering of the
equipment must be slow, smooth, and intentional, not fast and jerky.
1) Make sure the trailer and towing vehicle are parked on a flat surface. They must be stable on the
surface with the brakes locked and/or the wheels chocked to avoid unwanted movement.
) Position the loading ramps or loading gate securely between the trailer and the ground level. Have them
located so that they are in line with the tires or tracks of the machine when it moves.
) Remove and store the chains and binders used for transporting.
4) Confirm that there are not any obstacles on the trailer bed, around the trailer that may cause restricted
movement of the machine or the operator.
5) If you are on streets, roads or public areas, position the warning cones etc, per your company’s safety policy.
6) Align the machine with the trailer bed, and the loading ramps. The only equipment movement should be
slowly, straight on or straight off the trailer.
7) With the machine at as slow of a speed as possible, move the machine toward the
ramp system. Make sure the alignment is correct throughout the travel.
8) Properly secure the equipment and the area to avoid any possible accidents or dangers.
Continued from the previous page.
23) If using a trailer, make sure the load ramps or gate are securely stored for transport.
24) Make sure the machine’s engine is not running, the ignition key is in your possession, and all
controls are stored correctly and locked in place for transport.
25) The machine or machine package must be hauled level and the towing vehicle must be sized to handle
hitch weight and towing weight. The towing vehicle or the combination of towing vehicle and towing
package must have enough braking capacity to meet the Federal and your State Department of
Transportation requirements.
26) The machine or machine package is now ready for transport. Make sure to obey all local regulation and
laws regarding the transporting of this type of machine.
27) Do not drive too fast for road conditions or exceed speed regulations for equipment towing.
WARNING
!
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Use EXTREME CAUTION when towing.
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DO NOT tow at high speeds.
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Use caution when transporting to avoid a
roll over because of narrow wheel base.
