OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL STE35SR
Transport
Loading and Unloading
When loading or unloading the machine, mistaken operation may bring the hazard of the machine
tipping over or falling, so particular care is necessary. Always do as follows.
①Stoppers ②Ramp ③Spacing of ramp ④The ramp angle is under 15° ⑤Blocks
Choose a solid and flat ground and keep a safe distance from the shoulders and edges of the
road. Never use working devices to load and unload machines. Otherwise, there is a danger
of the machine tipping or falling.
Always use ramps of adequate strength. Be sure that the ramps are wide, long, and thick
enough to provide a safe loading slope. Take suitable steps to prevent the ramps from moving
out of position or coming off. Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice and
loose materials. Remove dirt from machine-tracks. On a rainy day, in particular, be extremely
careful since the ramp surface is slippery.
Run the engine at low speed and travel slowly.
Never correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary, drive off the ramps, correct the
direction, then enter the ramps again.
When on the ramps, do not operate any lever except for the travel lever.
The center of gravity of the machine will change suddenly at the joint between the ramps and
the track or trailer, and there is danger of the machine losing its balance. Travel slowly over
this point.
When loading or unloading to an embankment or platform, make sure that it has suitable
width, strength, and grade.
When swinging the upper structure on the trailer, the trailer is unstable, so pull in the work
equipment and swing slowly.
Refer to “Transportation”.
Shipping the Machine
When shipping the machine on a trailer, do as follows.
The weight, transportation height, and overall length of the machine differ according to the
work equipment, so be sure to confirm the dimensions.
When passing over bridges or structures on private land, check first that the structure is
strong enough to support the weight of the machine. When traveling on public roads, check
first with the relevant authorities and follow their instructions.
For details of the procedure when transporting the machine, see “Transportation”.
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