OPERATION 13. TRANSPORTATION 13.1 LOADING, UNLOADING WORK WARNING Make sure the ramp has sufficient width, length, and thickness to enable the machine to be safely loaded and unloaded. When loading and unloading the machine, park the trailer on a flat, firm roadbed. Keep a fairly long distance between the road shoulder and the machine. Remove the mud from the undercarriage to prevent the machine from slipping to the side on the slopes. Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice, and loose materials. Never change the direction of travel when on the ramps.
If it is necessary to change direction, drive off the ramp and correct the direction, then drive onto the ramp again When transporting the machine, observe all the related laws and regulations, and always assure safety. When loading or unloading, always use the ramps or a platform and perform the operation as follows. 1. Properly apply the brakes on the trailer and insert the blocks beneath the tires to ensure that it does not move. Then align the ramps with the centers of the trailer and the machine. Be sure that the two sides are level with one another. If the ramp sags appreciably, reinforce it with blocks, etc. 2. Determine the ramp direction, then slowly load or unload the machine.
REMARKS When the transmission cut-off switch is set to the off position, the left brake pedal and accelerator pedal are operated at the same time. 3. Correctly load the machine onto the specified part of the trailer. WA450-3MC 2-77