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Transport
7. Transport
IMPORTANT! Equipment that is transported on a public
roadway must comply with the local laws that govern the
safety and transport of machinery.
LXT95 log loader trailers are not intended for use or
transport on public roadways. Therefore, they do not include
the necessary lights, reflectors, and markings.
Before taking a machine on a public roadway, make sure
that it has the necessary lighting, reflectors, and markings,
and that they are in working condition. For specific
requirements, contact your local transportation authority.
7.1
Transport Safety
• Make sure that the machine is securely attached to the tow
vehicle with a retainer through the hitch.
• Always attach the safety chains between the machine and
the tow vehicle.
• Never let people ride on the machine.
• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
• Do not transport or move the machine with the engine on.
• Examine the wheel rims for dents or damage and tighten
the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque.
For more information, see Lug Nut Torque on page 77.
• Examine the tires for cuts or damage.
• Make sure that the tires are filled to the specified pressure.
For correct tire pressure, see the tire sidewall.
• Make sure that the tow vehicle is fitted with the correct size
ball-mount hitch.
For information about the ball-mount size, see
Specifications on page 75.
• Make sure that all the machine guards, shields, and covers
are installed and closed.
• Make sure that the engine fuel tank and oil caps, and
hydraulic fluid reservoir cap are installed correctly (to
prevent spills during transport).
• Remove all debris from the machine.
• Lower the boom above the trailer and prevent the log
grapple from moving.
For more information, see Figure 43 on page 51 and
Figure 44 on page 51.
• Make sure that the load weight is not more than the
maximum load capacity.
For the load capacity, see Machine Specifications on page
75.
For model LXT95:
• Make sure that the surge brake lock is in the Engaged
position.
For more information, see LXT95 Surge Brake Control on
page 30.
• Do not go more than the maximum speed of 30 mph
(50 km/h). Slow down for rough terrain and cornering.
For model LXT115:
• Make sure that the electric brakes function correctly.
• Make sure that all the reflectors, turn signal lights, and
brake lights are installed and in good working condition.
• Do not go more than the maximum speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h).
7.2
Prepare the Machine for
Transport
1. If the winch accessory is installed:
a. Remove the winch rope and strap from the log.
b. Wind the winch rope into the winch.
c. Attach the winch hook to the machine to keep it from
moving.
2. Move the log grapple to one of the following positions:
- If there are logs in the machine, grip the end of a log
at the rear of the machine. For more information, see
Figure 43.
- If the machine is empty, grip the main frame at the rear
of the machine. For more information, see Figure 44 on
page 51.
3. Install the boom lock pin.
4. For each of the two stabilizers:
a. Use the LH or RH stabilizer control lever to retract the
stabilizer.
b. Engage the latch bar to hold the stabilizer in position.
For instructions, see Stabilizer Latch on page 27.
5. Stop the machine.
For instructions, see Stop the Machine on page 41.
6. Operate each hydraulic control to relieve the pressure.
7. Attach the machine to a tow vehicle.
For instructions, see Attach to a Tow Vehicle on page 52.
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LXT95 / LXT115
Log Loader Trailer
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