Machine Recovery And Towing - Case WX145 Operator's Manual

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OPERATING THE MACHINE

MACHINE RECOVERY AND TOWING

Tow the machine only with a tow rod.
The tow-rod must be free from damage. It must be
dimensioned in such a way that the calculated
breaking load is equal to three times the tractive
power of the towing machine.
The towing vehicle must have adequate tractive and
braking power.
Drive slowly, carefully and smoothly.
All persons must keep clear of the tow-rod.
Tow only if the brakes and the steering of the
machine are functioning properly and if the machine
cannot be transported otherwise.
Tow defective machines only as far as necessary to
recover the machine from hazardous areas.
After the recovery, the machine must be secured
against inadvertent movements and unauthorized
starting.
Have the machine repaired before transporting it
over greater distances or load it onto a transport
vehicle.
The machine is not suitable for towing trailers or
other vehicles; this would result in damage to the
axles and gearbox. The tow coupling is designed
solely for towing or recovering vehicles from hazard-
ous areas or for lashing purposes on transport vehi-
cles.
GEARBOX DISENGAGEMENT
Disengage the drive in the travel gearbox by turning
the hex-head bolt (2) off about 180° to the right or
the left until the index ball is felt to engage.
The connection between travel gearbox and the
axles is now interrupted.
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