SAFETY Towing When using a chain or cable, be sure that it is strong enough for the expected load and that it is properly secured to the drawbar pins or tow hooks (if equipped). When pulling with a chain or cable, take up the slack slowly to avoid jerking. A chain or cable which fails under load can whip and cause serious injury or death. Stand clear. Attach only to the machine tow hook or drawbar. Failure to follow these instructions could cause serious injury or death. Do not pull or tow unless the operator’s compartment is guarded against, or out of reach of, a whipping chain or cable. Always respect the following precautions when towing the machine:
Always use the correct towing equipment and towing method. Any mistake in the selection of the wire rope or towing bar or in the method of towing a disabled machine may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always confirm that the wire rope or drawbar used for towing has ample strength for the weight of the machine being towed. Never use a wire rope which has cut strands (A), reduced diameter (B), or kinks (C). There is danger that the rope may break during the towing operation. Always wear leather gloves when handling wire rope. Never tow a machine on a slope. During the towing operation, never stand between the towing machine and the machine being towed.
For details about towing, see the “Towing the Machine” on page 2- 176. 1-22 WA430-6