6.2 Carrying
In order to carry the machine to the various working sites, follow the instructions given below.
Considering the large dimensions of some models, before carrying, it is recommended to inquire about the overall dimension limits
for road transport in force in your country.
Before carrying the machine, turn it off and remove the keys from the control panels. No people are allowed
in proximity to or on the machine to avoid any risks deriving from sudden movements.
For safety reasons never lift or tow the machine by means of its booms or platform.
Loading operations are to be carried out on a flat surface with a suitable capacity, after setting the platform
to rest position.
To carry the machine the operator shall load it onto a vehicle either:
▪ By means of loading ramps and translation controls located on the platform he can load it directly onto the vehicle (if
ramp slope is within the gradeability described in paragraph “TECHNICAL FEATURES” and ramp capacity is adequate to
weight) according to the instructions given in paragraph “GENERAL USE RULES” under paragraph “Drive and steering” for
correct operation of drive controls. If the slope exceeds the gradeability, the machine is to be towed by means of a windlass
only if the operator on the platform simultaneously activates the drive control to release the parking brakes or the machine is
in towing mode (see par. Emergency towing).
The gradient can be determined using an electronic level or empirically as described below: position a wood board of known
length on the gradient to be measured. Position a spirit level on the wood board and lift the downstream extremity of the
latter until it is level. Now measure the distance between the board and the ground (A), divide this by the length of the board
(B) and multiply by 100. The following image sums up the method.
▪ Through the 4 fastening holes located on the 4 angles of the machine, it can be lifted by means of hooks and steel ropes
(with safety factor = 5, see machine weight in Technical Features) connected to the provided holes as indicated in the figure
6-1.
▪ Through a lift truck of a suitable capacity (see machine weight in table “Technical features” at the beginning of this
manual) equipped with forks having at least the same length as the machine width. Insert the forks as indicated by the
stickers on the machine (see figure 6-2). Should these stickers be not available, DO NOT lift the machine by means of a lift
truck. Lifting the machine by means of a lift truck is a dangerous operation, which must be carried out by qualified operators
only.
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