Transporting; Driving To The Job-Site; Trailer Transporting - Kubota BX25DLB Operator's Manual

70 OPERATING THE BACKHOE
A Always lower stabilizers slightly when changing from
one position to another to avoid soil splash.

TRANSPORTING

To avoid personal injury:
A Before transporting the machine, raise and center
the boom, close the dipperstick, curl the bucket
and engage the boom and swing locks.
A Always securely fasten the tractor / loader
backhoe, with chains and chain binders, to
transport vehicle.
Determine and note the load height of the
backhoe, for underpass
transporting.
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clearance, before
BDriving to the Job-site
When driving or transporting from one job-site to another,
or when using the loader such as stockpiling and
backfilling, always engage the boom and swing locks.
(1) Boom lock pin
(2) Swing lock pin
BTrailer Transporting
When loading or off-loading the machine on or from trailer
/ truck, use strong, secure ramps long enough to provide
a low angle to the transport vehicle.
After loading the machine, release the boom lock, lower
the backhoe bucket to the bed of the transport vehicle,
lower the loader bucket, set the parking brake of the
tractor, shut the engine off and then remove the key.
Check the hood for proper securement, and remove SMV
sign from holder driving transport to avoid damage,
reinstall after transport.
Check the local codes or regulations that may apply to
tractor / loader / backhoe operation on public streets or
highways, before transporting or traveling. Use SMV
emblem and warning flashers as required.
(SMV: Slow Moving Vehicle)