OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LOADING THE MACHINE ON A TRAILER Observe the following when loading the machine on a trailer.
NOTE: In cold weather, the machine should be properly warmed up before loading.
• Loading procedure may vary depending on whether the front attachment is installed or not.
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• Drive slowly forward until the wheels are correctly positioned on the flatbed. • Slightly raise the bucket from the flatbed, retract the dipper and keeping it tucked under the boom, slowly swing the upperstructure by 180°. • Close the bucket and rest it on blocks of suitable matter and strength (for ex. wooden blocks). • Stop the engine and remove key from the starter switch. • Cycle the control levers to relieve any residual hydraulic pressure from the boom and dipper cylinders. • Move the safety lever to end of travel to the vertical lock position. • Close all windows, front windscreens, roof window, and cab door. Cover the exhaust pipe to prevent ingress of water or dirt.
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• Adequately secure the machine to the trailer to prevent dangerous movements. Proceed as follows: - Lock machine frame to the trailer flatbed by means of chains or metal cables of suitable size, on the points indicated by safety signs (S39S40). - Block the wheels using wedges. - Lock the front attachment (if fitted) to the flatbed using chains or metal cables of suitable size.
Study SAFETY RULES in the front of this manual thoroughly for the protection of machine and safety of personnel
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