TRANSPORTING MACHINE
QUICK 98560 09/20/99
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TOWING OR PUSHING MACHINE
The
QUICK©
may be towed for short distances at
speeds not to exceed 5 mph. Be careful to avoid
damaging machine. Attach towing device at tie
down point. The machine may be pushed by hand
from the rear.
NOTE: To avoid damage caused by regenerative
voltage, unplug traction motor before towing or
pushing machine.
MACHINE TIE-DOWNS
There are two tie points located at the rear, side of
the machine frame and one on the steering fork
above front tires. Tie-down devices must be of the
proper type and strength. The combined strength of
all tie-downs must be strong enough to lift tow times
the weight of the machine. Tie-downs must be
positioned to prevent the machine from moving
forward, backward, or either side to side. Use all
four corners of the machine with the tie-downs
running out opposite directions. Tie-downs must be
attached to the transporting vehicle securely.
PREPARATION FOR TRANSPORTING
Remove squeegee tool to eliminate interference with
tie-downs.
Scrub head must be in the up position before
loading.
NOTE: When transporting the machine on a trailer or
in a truck, in addition to using tie-downs, be sure to
set the parking brake, and block the tires to prevent
the machine from rolling.
MACHINE JACKING
The machine may be jacked up for service or
inspection by using the specified jack locations.
Always block the tires when jacking up the machine.
FOR SAFETY: Before leaving or servicing
machine; Stop on level surface, set parking
brake, turn off machine and remove key.
The rear jack points are the frame just behind the
rear wheels. Remove the squeegee tool before
jacking.
NOTE: See Squeegee Tool Removal in
Maintenance Section.
The front jacking point is the steering fork just above
the front tires.
