WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. SAFETY 7.3 TRANSPORTATION ! Loading and unloading the machine always involves potential hazards. EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE USED. When loading or unloading the machine, run the engine at low idle and travel at low speed. ! Perform loading and unloading on firm, level ground only. Maintain a safe distance from the edge of a road. ! ALWAYS block the wheels of the hauling vehicle and place blocks under both ramps before loading and unloading. ! ALWAYS use ramps of adequate strength. Be sure the ramps are wide and long enough to provide a safe loading slope. !
Be sure that the ramps are securely positioned and fastened, and that the two sides are at the same level as one another. ! Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice and loose materials. Remove dirt from the machine tracks. ! NEVER correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary, drive away from the ramps and climb again. ! After loading, block the machine tires and secure the machine with tie-downs. Loading and unloading ц See "13. TRANSPORTATION" on page 2-59. ! When shipping the machine on a hauling vehicle, obey all state and local laws governing the weight, width, and length of a load. Also obey all applicable traffic regulations. !
Take into account the width, height,'and weight of the load when determining the shipping route. Height, width, load of machine ц See “13 TRANSPORTATION” on page 2-59. ! When passing over bridges or structures on private land, check first that the structure is strong enough to support the mass of the machine. When traveling on public roads, check first with the relevant authorities and follow their instructions. ! The machine can be divided into parts for transportation, so when transporting the machine, please contact your Komatsu distributor to have the work carried out. 1-20 LOADING AND UN LOADING SHIPPING