Safety instructions

Weareyeprotectionandsafetyclothing Full eye protection, a hard hat, safety shoes and gloves may be required at the job site.

Breathingmasks,earprotectionmay berequired

Transporting

Do not forget that some risks to your health may not be immediately apparent. Exhaust gases and noise pollution may not be visible, but these hazards can cause permanent injuries.

Obey state and local over-the-road regulations. Check state and local restrictions regarding weight, width and length of a load. The hauling machine, trailer and load must all be in compliance with local regulations.

• Only tow, load, and transport the machine in accordance with the Operator’s Manual.

• Safely secure the machine to the transport vehicle. Use suitable mounting points and load-securing devices.

Towing the machine

• The machine may only be towed using a towing bar or a cable and towing facilities (for example, a towing coupling, hooks, and eyes).

• Tow slowly. Make sure no one is near the towing bar.

• Only tow the machine with a cable if the service brakes and steering are fully operational.

WARNING!

Turning the steering wheel requires greater effort if the diesel engine is off. Remember this when towing the machine.

☞ Use a tow bar if the diesel engine breaks down.

IMPORTANT!

The hydrostatic drive can be damaged when towing the machine.

☞ Turn off the engine.

☞ Short-circuit the hydraulic circuit before towing (see next page).

☞ Do not tow the machine for more than 328 ft. (100 m), and do not tow it faster than 1 – 2 mph (3 – 4 km/h).

Follow these procedures to tow the machine:

☞ Apply the parking brake –see Parking the machine on page61.

☞ Turn off the engine.

☞ Attach an adequately sized tow bar to the towing facilities.

Moving the machine with a crane

Safety instructions

Crane handling