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Packing Kit
A packing kit is fitted to secure the machine in a stable condition during shipping; this must
be removed prior to attaching the machine to the tractor. The packing kit comprises of a
steel strap securing the lower dipper arm to the mounting frame. Removal of the strap is
by releasing the 2 fixing nuts and bolts and a linkage pin on the mounting frame. Refit the
linkage pin to the mounting frame after removal of the strap.
The nuts, bolts and packing strap can be discarded or saved for future shipping use.
Packing Kit Location & Removal
Shipping / Storage Lock
Machines are fitted with a security lock
tap located on the control valve's reach
gland port; this is to prevent the risk of
arm movement during shipping of the
machine.
Ensure this lock tap is fully opened before
attempting to operate the machine. The
tap should be kept open and only closed
for any future shipping or as an added
safety
precaution
when
storing
the
machine if it is not attached to the tractor.
Transport Locks
Machines are equipped with 2 transport lock taps located on the lift ram; these must be
fully opened prior to machine operation and always closed for machine transportation,
The status of all lock taps is a vital aspect of pre-operational checks.
parking and storage.
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