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Operation

Moving a Disabled Machine

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Moving a Disabled Machine

General

WARNING

Use a rigid drawbar. If a towing chain must be used, then use two towing vehicles. One towing

vehicle should be coupled to the front of the disabled machine. The other towing vehicle should be coupled

to the rear of the disabled machine, to provide braking power. The towing vehicle must have enough pulling

and braking power to move and stop the machine.

WARNING

Always make sure the articulation lock has been removed before attempting to drive the

machine. The machine cannot be steered with the articulation lock installed.

CAUTION

The machine must be securely tied down to the transport vehicle to prevent lateral movement,

fore-and-aft movement, and slewing of the superstructure. Failure to do so could cause injury to yourself

or others.

Notice:

Towing a machine too far or too fast can damage the transmission. Do not tow the machine further

than 200 m. Use a trailer for greater distances. When towing do not travel faster than 3 km/h ( 2 mph).

Use a rigid draw-bar. If a towing chain must be used, then use two towing vehicles. One towing vehicle

should be coupled to the front of the disabled machine. The other towing vehicle should be coupled to the

rear of the disabled machine, to provide braking power. The towing vehicle(s) must have enough pulling

and braking power to move and stop the machine.

Notice:

It is not recommended to tow a disabled machine. Permanent damage to the track motors of the

disabled machine may occur if the machine is towed.

If the machine becomes disabled, the machine must be made safe, lifted onto a transporter and moved to a

location where it can be repaired.

You must contact your nearest JCB dealer before you try to tow, winch or push the machine.

Towing, winching or pushing the machine without following the correct procedure will damage parts of the

hydraulic system. If possible, repair the disabled machine where it stands.

In the event that towing the machine to a safe location is unavoidable follow the procedure given.

Apply the minimum force to move the machine slowly smoothly and without shocks. Tow the machine the

minimum distance to a safe location for recovery by lifting.

Following this procedure the machine should be inspected by a qualified person for damage to the drive motors.

The machine must have the mechanical brake deactivated before towing. After the machine has been towed

the brake must be reactivated.

Jump-Starting the Engine

WARNING

In temperatures below freezing, the battery electrolyte may freeze if the battery is discharged

or poorly charged. Do not use a battery if its electrolyte is frozen. To prevent the battery electrolyte from

freezing, keep the battery at full charge.
If you try to charge a frozen battery or jump-start and run the engine, the battery could explode.
Batteries produce a flammable gas, which is explosive. Do not smoke when checking the electrolyte levels.
When jump-starting from another vehicle, make sure that the two vehicles do not touch each other. This

prevents any chance of sparks near the battery.
Switch off all circuits which are not controlled by the ignition key.
Do not connect the booster (slave) supply directly across the starter motor.
Use only sound jump leads with securely attached connectors. Connect one jump lead at a time.
The machine has a negative earth electrical system. Check which battery terminal is positive (+) before

making any connections. Keep metal watch straps and jewellery away from the jump lead connectors and

the battery terminals - an accidental short could cause serious burns and damage equipment. Make sure you

know the voltage of the machine. The booster (slave) supply must not be higher than that of the machine.

Using a higher voltage supply will damage your machine's electrical system. If you do not know the voltage

of your booster (slave) supply, then contact your JCB dealer for advice. Do not attempt to jump-start the