OM EZ17 us 1.0 * ez17t600.fm 6-7
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6.3 Transporting the machine
Always secure the upper carriage before any transport.
Only use OSHA-approved lifting devices.
Use edge protectors to avoid damage both to the machine and the OSHA-
approved lifting devices.
Tying down
1. Ensure that the authorized maximum height is not exceeded.
2. Secure the machine at lashing points A.
3. Position the boom straight ahead at the center of the machine.
4. Lower the boom and the stabilizer blade.
5. Lock the upper carriage.
6. Firmly fasten the machine on the loading area with lashing points A
with slings of adequate size (observe the legal regulations).
7. Before transporting the machine through heavy rain:
close the outlet of the exhaust pipe with a cap or adhesive tape.
8. Ensure that the operator of the transport vehicle knows the overall
height, width and weight of his transport vehicle (including the
hydraulic excavator) before starting machine travel, and the legal
transport regulations of the countries where transport is taking place.