CHAPTER 11 TRANSPORTING

SAFETY CHAIN (Fig. 25)

NOTE: Refer to the Optional Features & Accessories chapter for the Safety Chain and Transport Lighting Kit ordering information.

Caution

ALWAYS follow state and local regulation regarding use of a safety chain and transport lighting when towing farm equipment on public highways. ONLY a safety chain (NOT an elastic or nylon/plastic tow strap) should be used to retain the connection between the towing and towed machines, in the event of separation of the primary attaching system. BE SURE to check with local law enforcement agencies for your own particular regulations. Unless otherwise prohibited, use a Slowmoving Vehicle Emblem.

Accessories chapter for ordering information. The Safety Chain should be attached to the tractor and Mixer Feeder as shown. When attached in this manner, the safety chain should have the following characteristics:

1.Chain is sufficiently slack to allow turns and movements of either the tractor or the farm implement, without placing tension on chain.

2.Chain is of sufficient strength to hold the decoupled implement (and its load) and tow it to the shoulder.

SMV EMBLEM & REFLECTORS (Figs. 26 & 27)

The GEHL MF7000 Series Trailer-type Mixer Feeders are provided with a Slow-moving Vehicle Emblem on the back of the Box. Red Reflector Strips are also provided on the back corners of both Fenders and the rear corner of the Discharge Conveyor. An Amber Reflector Strip is provided on the front corner of the Discharge Conveyor.

As required or when desired, the Trailer-type Mixer Feeder can be equipped with a Safety Chain for travel on public highways. Refer to the Optional Features &

Towing On Highway

To view beyond the back of the larger trailer-mounted Mixer Feeders when transporting the unit on a public highway, consider obtaining and installing a rear view mirror on your tractor with a wide load mounting bracket.

Warning

Good safety practice dictates that you NEVER tow an implement (without brakes) unless the towing vehicle weighs at least one-and-one half (1-1/2) times the weight of the towed implement and its load. For any public highway travel and to be in compliance with this rule, BE SURE that your tractor is heavy enough to counterbalance the weight of the Mixer Feeder.

Transport Lighting

NOTE: If the Mixer Feeder is going to be transported on a public highway, a Transport Lighting Kit should be obtained and installed per details provided with the Kit.

An accessory Highway Transport Lighting Kit is available for all Mixer Feeder trailer-type models. The Kit includes Lights, Wiring Harness and installation instructions.