Operations Manual United Kingdom 1-October-2013
TA9 & 10 Tier 4 Page 11 - 1
Recovery 11
11. Recovery
11.1 In the Event of a Breakdown
In the event of engine failure or other breakdown it is possible to tow the machine for a maximum
distance of 1 mile (1.6 km) at speeds not exceeding 15 m.p.h. (25 kph). For distances exceeding
this the machine must be transported on a lorry or trailer.
Before towing it is essential that the drive shaft between the gearbox and transfer box is
disconnected to prevent damage to the gearbox. Failure to do this may cause oil starvation in the
gearbox and possible seizure.
It is also necessary to disconnect the drive shaft if winching the machine onto a lorry or trailer.
Make sure the wheels are chocked before removing the drive shaft as once removed the parking
brake is inoperative.
Only use the rear towing eye to tow the machine. DO NOT use the front tie down points..
bCAUTION
With the engine dead the hydraulic system will not function, the steering will still operate but
under these circumstances steering wheel loads are high and the dumper must only be towed at
very slow speeds. The parking brake will not work once the drive shaft is connected make sure
that the wheels are chocked to prevent movement.
NOTICE
Failure to disconnect the top drive shaft before towing will result in oil starvation and possible
seizure of the transmission resulting in extensive damage.
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