Pre Start Inspection and Operation
3.12
Transportation
1. Move the throttle control lever to the mid-range engine speed and set the transport
speed to the LOW range. Raise the attachment so that it will clear the ramp of the
transport trailer.
NOTE: The longer the attachment, like the trencher, the more the attachment
needs to either be tilted or raised. It is recommended to back the machine onto
the transport trailer and position the machine so that the heaviest weight (center of
balance) is towards the front (hitch end) of the trailer. See Figure 3–13.
The Boxer is designed for maximum working balance. When traveling on an incline,
always have the heaviest portion of the machine pointing uphill.
2. Follow general load carrying safety. Always carry the heaviest load pointing uphill.
NOTE: When operating without an attachment, the operator becomes the load.
Figure 3-13 Transport Position on Trailer
3. When the machine is positioned on the trailer properly, lower the attachment to the
trailer deck.
4. Shut the engine off and remove the key.
5. Secure the unit to the transport vehicle with DOT (Department of Transportation)
approved chains, binders, in accordance to DOT guidelines. Make sure to use the
appropriate tie-down locations on the machine and trailer.
NOTE:
• Never tow or pull the machine. Damage to the hydraulic motors could result.
• If the machine is totally in-operable, use lifting straps or cables and a machine that can
safely lift 4,000 lbs (1820 Kg), to lift the machine and place on a trailer. Refer to “Lifting
Procedures” on page 3-13.
When transporting the machine, make sure to use DOT approved chains and binders
(Item 1, Figure 3–14) to secure the machine to the “D” rings on the trailer.
NOTE: It is recommended to secure the machine through the lifting holes located at the
lift cylinder end of the boom assembly (Item 2, Figure 3–14)
CAUTION
WARNING
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