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3...OPERATION
3. 8 TOWING
1. When winching or towing a stuck loader from the rear,
always lower the lift arms until the attachment is
resting on the ground and then follow the shut-off
procedure (See 3.1C).
2. When winching or towing a stuck loader from the
front, lower the attachment so that the front attachment
points are accessible and have an assistant block the
attachment, then follow the shut-off procedure (See
3.1C).
3. Attach a properly rated chain, cable or towing strap to
the towing point provided (Fig. 3.8). The point was
designed to accommodate a chain, but a cable or strap
with a sufficiently large hook to prevent jamming in
the chain slot may be used.
4. If towing from the front, remove the blocks supporting
the attachment prior to engaging tow equipment.
5. The attachment point on the towing or winching
equipment should be kept as low as possible and in as
direct a line as possible with the stuck loader. A steep
tow line angle or side pull could result in upsetting the
stuck loader.
3. 9 SECURING AND TRANSPORTING
There are three tie down points provided for securing the
skid steer while transporting. One at the lower front and
two at the rear (fig. 3. 9).
Be sure the trailer and/or truck is of adequate size and
capacity to safely transport your skid steer.
Measure the clearance height of the machine and trailer or
truck, and post it in the cab of the truck.
Before loading the skid steer make sure the ramps and
parking surface are free of all oil, grease, ice, etc. and of
sufficient strength to support the load.
Know the local rules and regulations, and make sure your
truck and trailer is equipped with the correct safety
equipment.
When loading a skid steer with an attachment, always load
the heavy end of the skid steer first.
Once the skid steer has been loaded, lower the attachment
to the floor, stop the engine and engage the park brake.
Install chains at the front and rear tie down locations, and
securely attach to the transport vehicle.
NOTE: Minimum 3/8 in. grade 40 chain is required
IMPORTANT
Never install tie down
chains across the bucket
cylinders. Damage to the
cylinders may occur.
IMPORTANT
When moving your skid
steer on or off a transport
vehicle, drive slowly and
keep the machine
centered.
C - 727
fig. 3.9
To avoid personal injury,
lower the lift arms, shut off
the engine, raise the seat bar
and cycle the hydraulics to
ensure they are locked. Then,
unlatch the seat belt and exit
the loader. Do not enter or
exit with the engine running
unless as specified in this
manual or under specific
service and backhoe operating
procedures.
WARNING
C - 726
FIG. 3. 8
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