Transporting By Road; Transporting The Machine By Trailer; Loading/Unloading On A Trailer - Hitachi ZAXIS 450LC-3 Operator's Manual

TRANSPORTING BY ROAD

When transporting the machine on public roads, be
sure to first understand and follow all local regulations.
• When transporting using a trailer, check the width,
height, length and weight of the trailer with the machine
loaded.
• Investigate beforehand the conditions of the route to be
traveled, such as dimensional limits, weight limits, and
traffic regulations.
In some cases, disassemble the machine to bring it within
dimensional limits or weight limits of local regulations.

TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE BY TRAILER

When using a trailer, the machine can be transported as one
unit. Provide an appropriate trailer, referring to the dimensions
of the machine in the transport position, as shown in the
Transporting section.
Be sure to retract the side frame before loading the machine
onto trailer bed for transportation. (Refer to the section for
"Extension and contraction of track frame" in this section.)

LOADING/UNLOADING ON A TRAILER

Always load and unload the machine on a firm, level surface.
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WARNING: Be sure to use a loading dock or a ramp
for loading/unloading.
Ramp/Loading Dock:
1. Before loading, thoroughly clean the ramp and flatbed.
Dirty ramps or flatbeds with oil, mud, or ice on them are
slippery and dangerous.
2. Place blocks against the truck and trailer wheels while
using a ramp or loading dock.
3. Ramps must be sufficient in width, length, and strength.
Be sure that the incline of the ramp is less than 15
degrees.
4. Loading docks must be sufficient in width and strength
to support the machine and have an incline of less than
15 degrees.
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