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Copyright 3/20
Bandit
MODEL 1425
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES
BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED.
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES
WARNING
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1. Idle engine, disengage clutch.
2.
Turn the discharge off at the control panel or key pad controls.
3. Make sure the feedwheel is in the lowered position.
4.
Turn off engine, wait for the cutterhead to come to a complete stop and you must have the ignition key
in your possession.
5.
Remove all excess debris. Remove any wood or debris which may have collected.
6. Raise the rear stabilizer legs to the transport position if equipped.
7. Raise the front of the machine with the tongue jack and remove the stabilization blocks used.
8. Couple machine to the transport vehicle by lowering the machine onto the hitch. Make sure the hitch
matches the coupling size. Then secure hitch and lock it.
9. Attach the safety chains by crossing them under hitch, make sure to allow the proper amount of slack in
chains to avoid binding or dragging the ground when making turns.
10. Connect the brake breakaway cable and plug in the electrical connection for the lights on the machine
or transport trailer.
11. Check running lights, turn signals, and brake lights. All must be operating properly before transporting
the machine. Also check brakes to make sure they are operating correctly.
12. Check tires for correct pressure, cuts or damaged rims.
13. Check lug nuts and retorque if necessary. Check new units before operation, check again after 20-25
miles (32-40 km) and regularly check at least weekly.
14.
Inspect and replace any axle dust caps that are damaged or leaking.
15.
Check wheel bearings and grease or oil axles per axle manufacturer’s manual.
16.
Walk around the machine to confirm that everything is secure and that there is not anything loose that
could fall off during transport. Look under machine to ensure nothing is dragging. Look down both sides
of the machine for anything sticking out that may become damaged during transport.
17.
Close and secure any of the following, if equipped: engine cowl doors and side panels, radiator debris
screens, inspection doors, housing covers, tanks caps and covers, etc.
18. The machine is now ready for transport. Make sure to obey all local regulations and laws regarding the
transporting of this type of machine.
19.
Do not drive too fast for road conditions or exceed speed regulations for equipment towing. Machine
must be hauled level and the towing vehicle must be sized to handle hitch weight, towing weight, and
braking requirements.
