Transporting the machine

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE

When moving the machine on vehicles requiring the removal of the blade, secure the cylinders to the blocking plate inserting the appropriate welded pin on the plate shown into the holes of cylinders, then lock with a retaining nut.

Loading

Before proceeding with the loading operation, make sure the ramps and carrier platform are lined with suitable non-skid material (wood, rubber etc.) securely fixed to the above parts (avoid using wood planks, old tyres etc.). Proceed as follows: -apply the trailer and tractor parking brakes; -lower the rear stabilisers of the trailer; -align the machine tracks properly with the ramps for a correct climbing; -seek the help of a flagman standing in a position from which he can easily keep in sight the ramps, loading platform, machine and operator; -raise the equipment from the ground only as high as will not interfere with the loading operation, -climb up very slowly keeping the blade or frame close to the trailer platform; do not steer or change direction on the ramps; -position the machine on the platform so as to ensure an optimised load distribution with soft manoeuvres, avoiding sudden starts or stops; -lower the equipment, apply the parking brake and follow the entire procedure recommended for stopping and leaving the machine.

Transportation

Before moving off, it is necessary to perform the following operations: -apply and bolt, wooden chocks to platform, at the ends of the track chains; safety links or chains on the sides and along the machine to avoid movements during the transport; -check that cab door panels and other mobile port are correctly closed; -apply the signals prescribed by road traffic regulations in the event the dimensions of the machine exceed admissible values.

Unloading

The operations and precautions to be followed during the unloading phase are practically similar to those applicable for the loading phase. During the descent it is necessary to keep the equipment as near the ground as practical to prevent slipping or wavering of the machin.

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