Bandit ZT1844 Operating & Parts Manual Download

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Bandit

MODEL ZT1844

TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES

1. The trailer must have a cargo weight rating capacity for the weight of the stump grinder. The combined

weight of the trailer and the stump grinder can not exceed the load capacity of the tires, axles, hitch

coupler system or the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of the trailer.

2. The towing vehicle must be rated for and have the towing capabilities to haul the stump grinder package

( includes the stump grinder and a trailer). The towing vehicle must be mechanically sound and capable

of handling the towing job.

3. The hitch on the towing vehicle and the coupler on the trailer must match in size, type, and needed

capacity.

4. Make sure both the towing hitch and the coupler are in good mechanical and wear condition, that they

are joined together securely, and the coupler/hitch is locked in place.

5. The safety chains must have the correct capacity for the equipment being towed.
6. The safety chains are crossed under the coupler/hitch then securely attached to the towing vehicle.

The safety chains are long enough to not restrict the turning movement, but short enough to not drag

on the road.

7. The electrical plug-in on the towing vehicle and the trailer must be wired for the same functions and

theyfitsecurelytogether.Theplug-inwireislongenoughtonotrestricttheturningmovement,butshort

enough to not drag on the road. The trailer must have a lighting system and braking system to match

andperformcorrectlyoffthetowingvehiclessystem.YoumustmeettheFederalandyourStates’

Department of Transportation Code of Regulations concerning lights, brakes, and highway transit.

8. The break-away actuator (if equipped) that is installed on the trailer correctly works and is appropriately

attached to the towing vehicle.

9. All lights and brakes on the trailer must correctly function when activated by the systems in the towing

vehicle.

10. The tires must be checked for cuts or damaged rims, air pressure is correct, and the axle lug nuts have

been checked for correct torque (refer to trailer manual).

11. When the stump grinder is on the trailer, the trailer must have the right load capacity, with the stump

grinder positioned on the trailer for the correct weight distribution (follow the trailer manufacturer’s

recommendations for the amount of weight on the tongue or hitch according to the total stump grinder

packageweight),thestumpgrinderbrakes,ifequipped,arelocked,thecutterwheelisraisedoffthe

trailer bed with the lock pin installed, and the stump grinder is securely bound down to the trailer bed

per your States binding requirements.

12.

Anyloosedebris,toolsorpartsmustbeclearedofforareputaway.

13. Make sure to close and secure any of the following if equipped: tool box, battery box, engine cowl doors

and side panels, radiator debris screens, inspection doors, cabinet doors, housing covers, tank caps

and covers, vise, etc.

14. Make sure the load ramps are securely stored for transport.
15. Make sure the stump grinder’s engine is not running, the ignition key is in your possession, and all

controls are stored correctly and locked in place for transport.

16. The stump grinder 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.

17. The stump grinder package is now ready for transport. Make sure to obey all local regulation and laws

regarding the transporting of this type of stump grinder.

18. Do not drive too fast for road conditions or exceed speed regulations for equipment towing.

BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE, INSPECT AND CONFIRM THE FOLLOWING STEPS:

WARNING

TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES