SUNWARD SWE18UF - Tying down the Machine

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE18UF
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Loading operation
 Operate the control lever to set engine at low speed.
 Set travel speed selector to low speed position.
 Machine direction: When loading, if machine is
equipped with working device, keep the working device
at the front of the machine and travel forward. If no
working device, travel in reverse to load the machine.
 Align the direction of the machine with the ramp： be
sure the center line of the machine track matches that of
the ramp and travel slowly.
 Lower the working equipment as much as possible
without causing any interference on the machine. When
traveling on slope, operate only the travel lever; never
operate the other lever or pedal.
 When the machine travels over the rear wheels of trailer,
travel the machine slowly so that the smooth change of
machine position (from grading to level) is possible.
pay attention not to make working equipment hit trailer.
 When the machine travels to the middle of the trailer,
slew the upper-structure 180°making the working
equipment face backside of the machine.
2.1.5 Tying Down the Machine
Note
 Secure the chains or slings to the machine frame.
Do not place the chains and slings across or press
on the hydraulic piping or hoses.
 When placing the machine on the specified position of
the trailer, fold working equipment to transportation
configuration, lower the boom, place an wooden block
under bucket cylinder to prevent damages to it during
transportation.
 Pull the pilot safety lever to LOCK position, stop the
engine, remove engine starting key, and lock the cab
door securely.
 Chock the front and rear position of the track to prevent
machine movement during transportation.
 Fix the four corners of the machine and front
accessories to the trailer with chains or wire ropes.
 Raise the ramp located on the rear part of the trailer
then fix it.
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