3-116 BA 348-01 * 2.0 * 34801b340.fm
3 Operation
Towing the machine
In order to avoid risk of accidents, the towing vehicle must have enough
tractive power and be fitted with a safe braking system.
☞Always use a towing bar for towing
➥Pay attention to the machine’s dimensions and weights
– see chapter 6 “Technical data” on page 6-1.
➥Eye hooks for towing the machine
– see chapter 1 “Machine overview” on page 1-7
☞Tow the machine out of the danger zone only at walking pace and only
over short distances (about 300 metres)!
➥If possible, run the diesel engine at idling speed.
➥Caution! Turning the steering wheel requires greater effort if the diesel
engine breaks down
Once towing is over
Enabling the high pressure lines of the drive (variable displacement pump)
☞Stop the engine
☞Secure the machine to prevent it from rolling away (wheel chocks)
☞Switch off ignition and remove the ignition key
☞Remove the hose on test ports F and R and close the test ports with screw plugs
Enabling the wheel motor brake discs
☞Remove the flat bar and the set screw B + C
☞Close the threaded bore with a new plastic plug A
☞Check the service and parking brake for correct function
☞Have a breakdown of the engine and/or drive repaired by an authorized service centre
Fig. 156 : Enabling the variable displacement pump
V
R
D
A
B C
Fig. 157 : Enabling the parking brake