20RTK – 23RTK OPERATOR’S MANUAL 8/31/18 Page 15 of 20
ROAD TRANSPORT OF THE TRENCHER (continued)
WARNING: Navigating on the inclined trailer bed increases the danger of the trencher tracks
losing traction, especially if the bed surface is wet. If you lose control, get out of the way to
avoid personal injury.
Move the trailer tilt bed latch pin handle so that the spring-loaded action will engage the pin with the
latch when the bed is leveled.
Loading of the trencher onto a truck bed using ramps IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
LOADING PROCEDURE of the trencher onto a truck bed using a hoist:
Never attempt to hoist the trencher unless suitable equipment is available to
lift and lower machine onto the truck. If using a sling, the minimum required
working load limit per sling leg is 1000 lbs. (450 kg). Minimum sling leg
length is 6 ft. (2 m).
1. Position the truck and trencher on level ground.
2. Follow the trencher SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE.
3. Attach lifting sling legs around both rear tie down loops and around the
chain motor housing. Ensure machine weight is evenly distributed, then hoist onto the truck bed.
Never lift trencher over any person at any time.
WARNING: If trencher should fall it would crush anybody under it.
4. Chain or strap the trencher to the truck using the two chain loops at the rear of the trencher lower
body and D-ring on front of trencher.
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