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E4 - TRANSPORTING THE PLATFORM ON A FLATBED
TRUCK
Check that the safety instructions associated with the flatbed are being
observed before loading the platform, and make sure that the truck driver is
informed about the dimensional characteristics and the weight of the platform
(see the "Characteristics" section).
Make sure that the dimensions and load capacity of the flatbed are adequate
for transporting the platform. Also check the permissible ground contact
pressure of the flatbed in relation to the platform.
When loading and loading the platform, take care to keep the counterweight
in the up position in order to prevent it from tipping.
LOADING THE PLATFORM
- Chock the wheels of the flatbed (Fig. E4/2).
- Secure the loading ramps to the flatbed so as to make the smallest possible
angle for loading the platform.
- Drive the platform fully square onto the flatbed - parallel with the sides. (See
Fig. E 4/2 for the load and unload directions).
- Stop the platform (See "COMMAND AND CONTROL INSTRUMENTS"
section, "GENERAL ISOLATING SWITCH").
ANCHORING THE PLATFORM
- Place wheel chocks on the flatbed in front of and behind each tyre of the
platform (Fig. E 4/2).
- Also place chocks on the inside and outside of each tyre (Fig. E4/3).
- Anchor the platform to the flatbed using ropes of suitable strength. Tie the
ropes at the front and rear, passing them through the lifting eyes on the
platform (Ref.A Fig. E4/4).
- Tension the ropes (Fig. E4/4).
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