Loading/Unloading On Trailer; Loading - Hitachi ZW 550-6 Operator's Manual

Loading / Unloading on Trailer
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WARNING:
 Keep machine straight while moving up or down
a ramp since turning on a ramp may cause the
machine to turn over. Never attempt to steer the
machine on a ramp. If the travel direction must
be changed on a slope, move the machine back to
the flat surface on flatbed. Then, after changing
the travel direction, begin to move again.
 Select AUTO 2 for auto-shifting, or select 2nd
speed for manual shifting.

Loading

1. Load the machine so that the center line of the
machine aligns with the center line of the trailer
flatbed.
2. Slowly move the machine on the ramp.
3. Lower the bucket onto the trailer deck.
4. Stop the engine. Remove the key from the key switch.
5. Operate the control lever several strokes to relieve
pressure in the cylinders.
6. Move the control lever lock switch in the lock ( )
position.
7. Securely close the windows and cab doors to protect
the cab from rain. Cover the exhaust outlet. Failure to
do this will damage the engine.
8. Install the articulation stopper (lock bar) (1) to
prevent the machine from articulating.
TRANSPORTING
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