Transporting - Wallenstein LXT95 Operator's Manual

LXT95 / LXT115
Log Trailer & Grapple

6.13 Transporting

IMPORTANT! LXT95 Log Loader / Trailer is not intended for
use or transport on public roadways. Therefore, it does not
include the required lights, reflectors and markings.
Equipment that is transported on a public roadway must
comply with local laws that govern the safety and transport
of machinery.
Before taking this machine on a public roadway, make sure
it has the lighting, reflectors and markings required by your
local transportation authority. Make sure they are in good
working order.
Transporting Safety
• Comply with Provincial / state and local laws governing
safety and transporting of machinery on public roads.
• Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down for rough
terrain and cornering.
• Retract and fully lower boom and grapple in line with the
frame before moving or transporting.
• Do not transport or move the grapple with the power pack
engine on.
• Be sure the trailer is hitched positively to the towing vehicle
and a retainer is used through the hitch mechanism.
• Always attach safety chain between the hitch and the
towing vehicle.
• Inspect rims for dents or damage, check wheel lugs and
tighten if required.
• Inspect tires for cuts or damage, check tire pressure and
top up if required.
• Ensure your tow vehicle is fitted with the correct sized
towing ball.
• Clean off all debris from the machine.
• Check that all the lights, reflectors and other lighting
requirements are installed and in good working condition.
• Never allow riders on the machine.
• Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming
traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges,
intersections, and so on.
• Watch for traffic when near or crossing roadways.
• Do not drink and drive.
• Just before transport, perform a circle check to ensure
everything is safe.
• Do not exceed a safe travel speed when transporting.
LXT95 Off-road Trailers
1. Be sure the trailer is hitched positively to the vehicle and a
retainer is used through the drawbar.
2. Make sure the
Surge Brake Lockout is latched (axle is locked).
See page 31.
3. Do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h) safe travel speed. Slow
down for rough terrain and cornering.
4. Do not exceed maximum load capacity of 5,000 lb
(2 268 kg).
LXT115 Highway Trailers
1. Check that trailer brakes are functioning properly.
2. Make sure your tow vehicle has the correct sized towing
ball (2–5/16") and a retainer is used through the ball hitch
latch. Articulating drawbar must be straight and drawbar
pin installed.
3. Check that all reflectors and signal lights are installed and in
good working condition.
4. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) maximum highway travel
speed.
5. Do not exceed maximum load capacity of 11,500 lb
(5 216 kg).
Fig. 48 – Grapple Safe Position
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Operating Instructions
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