Towing The Telehandler - Skyjack SJ643 TH Operating Manual

Section 6 – Additional Procedures

6.4 Towing the Telehandler

IMPORTANT
Use this procedure only to remove telehandler
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from mud or other places where it cannot
move under its own power. When possible,
repair telehandler on site.
Always chock wheels of the disabled
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telehandler to prevent accidental movement
while preparing for towing. This is especially
important if the failure occurs on an incline.
Before towing, ensure there are no
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obstructions around or between telehandler
and towing vehicle.
The spotter must maintain a safe distance and
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must always be visible to the operator inside
telehandler's cab.
Ensure the towing vehicle, chains, tow bar,
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etc., are suitable for the job. The telehandler
weight is stamped on the serial number
nameplate (see Section
1. Lower or raise boom enough so that front tie-
down points are fully accessible.
2. Carefully fasten tow chains to tie-down points on
either front or rear of telehandler frame.
3. Remove chocks from wheels.
4. Enter cab and fasten seat belt.
Rear tie-down
point
216201ADA
80
1.5).
Figure 58 Front and rear tie-down point locations
Figure 59 Towing the telehandler from front tie-down points
5. Ensure transmission gear selector is in neutral
and the transmission lever neutral lock switch is
in the "N" neutral position.
6. Start the engine.
7. Release park brake.
8. Start towing the telehandler while operating the
steering and brakes.
9. Move telehandler to a compact level surface.
10. Apply park brake.
11. Turn off engine and remove key from ignition
switch.
WARNING
Ensure that you maintain three points of contact to
mount/dismount the cab.
12. Exit the telehandler.
13. Chock or block wheels to prevent telehandler
from rolling.
WARNING
Poor traction can cause telehandler or towing
vehicle to slide. Grades can require additional
distance to stop the telehandler. Be careful if
traction conditions are poor or the machine is on
an incline.
Front tie-
down point
Towing the Telehandler
SJ643 TH & SJ843 TH