Safe Transportation - IHI 15VX Operation Manual

SAFETY

1-9 SAFE TRANSPORTATION

CAREFULLY LOAD AND UNLOAD THE
MACHINE.
ALWAYS load and unload the machine on
the level ground.
Use a ramp that has sufficient strength, width,
length, and thickness.
Remove ice, snow, or slippery material from
the ramp and truck deck before loading.
NEVER make a turn on a ramp.
Do not raise the boom excessively at loading
and unloading.
NEVER LOAD AND UNLOAD THE
MACHINE WITHOUT RAMPS TO
PREVENT TURNOVER.
NEVER lift up the machine using the boom to
load and unload the machine on and out of
the truck. This is very dangerous.
ALWAYS ensure that a ramp has sufficient
strength and length to accommodate the size
and weight of the machine.
OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS ON
TRANSPORTATION.
Be sure to engage the swing lock.
Block tracks and secure the machine to the
truck before transporting.
Prior to transportation, check the travel route
for clearances around the truck and the
machine.
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