12.2.3 Transporting with a crane
Additional precautions for conditions of snow and ice
Considerable snow or ice may build up on the machine under low temperature conditions.
This may adversely effect the machine's centre of gravity.
It is possible that the permissible loading on the crane or lifting eye is exceeded.
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Additional measures should be taken under conditions of snow or ice.
■ Remove any snow and ice from the machine before lifting by a crane.
■ Make sure the lifting eye cover plate is freely accessible and can be opened.
Carry out the following tasks before transporting the machine
A lifting eye is provided for transporting with a crane. The lifting eye is located beneath a lift-up cov‐
er in the center of the canopy.
1. Unlock the cover from inside and lift up.
2. Position the crane hook vertically over the lifting eye.
3. Engage the hook in the eye.
4. Close and lock the access doors.
5. Lift the machine carefully.
Take care when setting down the machine
1.
Incorrect setting down can damage the machine.
Machine components, particularly the chassis, can be damaged by incorrectly setting down.
➤ Set the machine down carefully.
➤ Do not set down unevenly.
2. Set the machine down slowly and carefully.
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Transporting with a forklift truck
Precondition The machine is shut down.
All connecting lines and hoses disconnected and removed.
Damage to the machine by incorrect lifting with a fork truck.
The machine may fall or be damaged by the forks.
➤ Do not use a fork truck to lift towable machines.
➤ Only stationary machines with skids may be transported with a fork truck.
➤ Pick up the machine only from the side with the forks through the lifting lugs.
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