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Connecting the Safety Chains to
the Tow Vehicle
Connect the safety chain to the machine and the tow
vehicle as follows:
1.
Pull the safety chain through the slots in the
keyholes located in the front post of the machine,
so that there is just enough slack on each side
for turning around corners when towing the
machine
Figure
18).
Note:
Stow the excess chain inside the bottom
of the front post by pushing it into the keyholes
and latching the appropriate links into the
keyhole slots.
2.
Cross both lengths of chain under the tow pole.
Note:
Crossing the chains decreases the
chances of the front of the machine dropping
to the ground if the hitch does not hold the
connection.
Figure 18
1. Connecting links
2. Keyholes in front post
3.
Connect each length of chain to the safety
chain mounting point on the tow vehicle with the
connecting links
3. Chain crossed under tow
pole
(Figure
19).
1. Connecting link
2. Safety chain mounting
point on tow vehicle
Towing the Machine
WARNING
Towing the machine at high speed increases
the risk of a hitch malfunction and tire failure.
Higher speeds also increase the momentum
of the machine and braking distance. If the
machine becomes detached from the tow
vehicle at high speed, it could cause damage
to property, or injury or death to bystanders.
Do not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing
the machine. For poor road conditions or
inclement weather, reduce speed accordingly.
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WARNING
Towing the machine with material in the drum
increases the risk of a hitch malfunction and
tire failure. In addition, material could bounce
out of the drum and hit other vehicles and/or
people. Material in the drum increases the
weight, which affects momentum and braking
distance.
Do not tow the machine with material in the
drum.
•
Review and understand
(page
4).
•
Test the brakes of the tow vehicle before towing.
•
Avoid sudden starts and stops while towing the
machine.
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Figure 19
3. Chain link
Safe Operating Practices
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