Page 49 65-J Diesel - Operator’s Manual
September 2022
Transport and Lifting Instructions
Safety Information
This section is provided for reference and does not supersede any
government or company policy regarding the loading, transport or lifting
of MEC machinery.
Truck drivers are responsible for loading and securing machines, and
should be properly trained and authorized to operate MEC machinery.
Drivers are also responsible for selecting the correct and appropriate
trailer according to government regulations and company policy. Drivers
must ensure that the vehicle and chains are strong enough to hold the
weight of the machine (see the serial number plate for machine weight).
ONLY properly trained and qualied operators shall load and unload this
machine.
Free-wheel conguration for Winching or Towing.
RUNAWAY HAZARD!
After releasing the brakes there is nothing to stop machine travel.
Machine will roll freely on slopes.
ALWAYS chock the wheels before manually releasing the brakes.
The machine can be winched or towed short distances at speeds not to exceed 5 MPH (8 km/h).
Before towing or winching the machine, it is necessary to release the brakes. Reset the brakes after
towing or winching.
DISENGAGED
ENGAGED
Disengage Brakes before Towing or Winching
• Chock the wheels.
• Remove the Torque Engage Cap and reinstall with the bump facing
inward on all four (4) hubs.
Engage Brakes before Driving
• Remove the Torque Engage Cap and reinstall with the bump facing
outward on all four (4) hubs.
Section 11 - Transport and Lifting Instructions
Transport and Lifting Instructions