Loading/Unloading On A Truck - Hitachi Zaxis 17U-5A Operator's Manual

Loading/Unloading on a Truck

Always load and unload the machine on a firm, level
surface.
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WARNING:
 Be sure to use a loading dock or a ramp for
loading/unloading. Never load or unload the
machine onto or off a truck or trailer using the
front attachment functions when driving up or
down the ramp.
 The machine may meander when the front
attachment is operated during travel on a slope.
Do not operate the front attachment when
traveling on a slope.
Ramp/Loading Dock:
1. Before loading, thoroughly clean the ramps, loading
dock and flatbed. Dirty ramps, loading docks, and
flatbeds with oil, mud, or ice on them are slippery
and dangerous.
2. Place blocks against the truck wheels while using a
ramp or loading dock.
3. Ramps must be sufficient in width, length, and
strength. Be sure that the incline of the ramp is less
than 15 degrees.
4. Loading docks must be sufficient in width and
strength to support the machine and have an incline
of less than 15 degrees.
5. When transporting the machine equipped with a
blade, take care not to hit the blade.
TRANSPORTING
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