MACHINE TRANSPORT AND STORAGE SECTION 3 Page 3 3.1. MACHINE TRANSPORT TRUCK When shipping this machine by truck learn obligatory regulations. Contact local authorities for the proper shipping and loading regulations. When preparing to transport the machine by truck, have truck and trailer level. WARNING! Use caution when loading and unloading machine. 1. Use ramps or loading dock to maintain stability 2. Drive the machine in its lower gear 3. Use the lowest engine speed that will move the machine and not stall the engine 4. The machine can be "inched" into place by holding the steering hand levers back and slowly moving them forward into the drive position.
(Be careful and move the levers simultaneously otherwise the machine will turn). 5. Pulling the steering hand levers back will disconnect the drive. Pulled back part way will permit the machine to roll freely. 6. When the machine is properly located, stop the engine, place transmission controls in Neutral, apply the Neutral Safety Lever and apply and lock the brakes. 7. Tie the machine down securely by ropes or wires and by wooden blocks to prevent unintentional movement. WARNING! Failure to secure the machine to the truck during transporting can result in property damage, personal injury or death.
RAILROAD FLATCAR Respective railroad loading rules and specifications must be followed when shipping this machine on open top railroad cars. 3.2. LIFTING MACHINE ON SLINGS Fig. 3.1. Lifting Machine on Slings DRESSTA TD-20H