Emergency Towing Procedures - JLG 450A Operation And Safety Manual

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EMERGENCY TOWING PROCEDURES

Towing this machine is prohibited. However, provisions for moving
the machine have been incorporated. The following procedures are
to be used ONLY for emergency movement to a suitable mainte-
nance area.
THE ALLOWABLE TOWING SPEED IS 1.9 MPH (3 KPH). THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
TOWING DISTANCE IS 0.6 MILES (1 KM).
1. Chock wheels securely.
2. Engage the mechanical release on both drive hubs by loos-
ening, completely reversing, and tightening the two bolts on
each hub.
3. Connect suitable equipment, remove chocks, and move
machine.
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SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
After moving machine, complete the following procedure:
1. Position machine on a firm level surface.
2. Chock wheels securely.
3. Disengage the mechanical release on both drive hubs by
loosening, completely reversing, and tightening the two
bolts on each hub.
4. Remove chocks from wheels as desired.
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