MAINTENANCE
6-32 / Towing
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Additional considerations when towing a Custom Chassis tractor/aerial tiller combination:
• Ensure the rear tiller steering is locked out by inserting the steering column lock pin in the steering lockout hole.
• To minimize the possibility of damage to the tractor, the front tires should be lifted only as high as necessary to
facilitate towing.
6-25.3 Rear Towing
1. Position the front tires straight ahead and secure the steering wheel in this position.
2. Remove any water pipes or accessories that may be damaged during the towing hook up procedure or during
transit.
3. Attach the towing device.
6-25.4 Tow Hooks and Tow Eyes
Tow hooks and tow eyes may be found on the front or rear of many Pierce apparatus. The specific location will vary
based on the options selected. These tow eyes and tow hooks may be used for towing disabled vehicles for short
distances on flat and level surfaces in an emergency. They are not meant for long distance towing on public
highways.
Tow hooks are designed to assist in pulling vehicles for short distance on flat and level surfaces. The
hooks and mounting structures are designed based on the GVW of the vehicle and its rolling resistance
on level ground. Vehicles stuck in off road conditions, on down-slopes, or in ditches can exert much
higher forces on the tow hooks than they are designed to withstand. Towing or pulling in these
conditions must be accomplished by experienced towing personnel with attachments to main
structural members of the vehicle such as axles or frame rails. Towing safety is the sole responsibility
of the towing-vehicle operator who must be familiar with standard towing industry safety measures.
Use of tow hooks beyond their safe design limits as stated above may cause serious property damage,
personal injury, or death.
Tow hooks are provided to assist in pulling the vehicle from directly in front of, or directly behind the
vehicle; with all wheels in contact with the ground. Do not lift and tow vehicle from the tow hooks, front
bumper extension, or rear platform. Failure to observe these cautions may cause serious property
damage.
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