Crown 4S - Transporting

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20. Volumes and weights of materials:
1 Bag of Cement 88 lb 1 Bag of Cement 40 Kg
1 Cu. ft. Sand/Gravel 85-100 lb 1 Cu. metre Sand/Gravel 1360-1600 Kg
1Cu. ft. Plain Concrete 140-150 lb 1Cu. metre Plain Concrete 2240-260 Kg
1 Cu. ft. Water 62-65 lb 1 litre Water 1 kg
1 Imperial Gallon of Water 10 lb 1 Cu. metre Water 1000 kg
1 Cu. Yard 27 cu. ft. = 7646 cu. metre
21. Operating hints:
a. Keep the working area as clean and dry as pos-
sible to prevent slipping and tripping.
b. Provide sucient space around the machine for
adding material to the drum and removing the
mixture.
c. Always add the materials in the same ratio to give
a uniform mixture for mortar.
d. Provide sucient time to thoroughly combine
the mixture to a uniform consistency before dis-
charging from the drum.
e. The water requirements for the mixture can vary
depending on moisture content of the sand. Vary
the amount of water in the mixture to give the
consistency of the mortar desired.
1. Read and understand ALL the information in
the Operator’s Manual regarding procedures
and SAFETY when operating the Mixer in the
workplace and/or on the road.
2. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution
when making corners or on a rough surface.
3. Make sure all the lights and reectors that are
required by the local highway and transport
authorities are in place, are clean and can be
seen clearly by all overtaking and oncoming
trac.
4. Do not allow riders on any part of the ma-
chine during either road or highway travel.
5. Always use a safety chain between the Mixer
and the towing vehicle when transporting.
6. Use a mechanical retainer through the ball
hitch or clevis pin before transporting.
7. Ensure wheel nuts and axle hardware are
tight.
4.8 TRANSPORTING
TRANSPORT SAFETY
Crown Construction Mixers are designed to be easily and
conveniently moved from place to place.
When moving the machine, follow this procedure:
1. On the larger Models, extend the pole to its full
length.
2. Secure with the lock pin and retainer.
3. Use 2 men to lift the hitch and pull the Mixer to the
new location.
4. Retract and lock the pole.
When transporting the machine, follow this procedure:
1. On the electric motor powered units, unplug the
power cord.
Fig. 15 MOVING
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