Transport On Vehicle - PRONAR VMP-5ST Manual

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1.5.1 TRANSPORT ON VEHICLE

Loading and unloading of mixer feeder from vehicle shall be conducted using loading ramp
with the aid of agricultural tractor, overhead crane or hoisting crane. During work, adhere to
the general principles of occupational health and safety (OHS) applicable to reloading work.
Persons operating reloading equipment must have the qualifications required to operate
these machines.
Lifting equipment used for transporting the mixer feeder must be attached only to the fixed
structural elements of the machine. These elements are, first of all: frame, drawbar and axle.
ATTENTION
Do not secure or attach the mixer feeder by drawbar eye, tank, auger and other structural
elements that are not sufficiently strong to withstand operations of this type.
The mixer feeder should be attached firmly to the platform of the transport vehicle using
straps, chains, stays or other securing measures fitted with a tightening mechanism. In order
to attach the machine in a proper manner, fasten axles, frame longitudinal members and
possibly drawbar. Additionally, support the drawbar with a wooden block of such a height that
the mixer feeder frame is positioned parallel to the load platform. Chocks, wooden blocks or
other objects without sharp edges should be placed under the wheels of the mixer feeder to
prevent it from rolling. Wheel blocks must be nailed to the vehicle load platform planks or
secured in another manner preventing their movement.
Use certified and technically reliable securing measures. Worn straps, cracked securing
catches, bent or corroded hooks as well as elements damaged in a different way may be
unsuitable for use. Carefully read the information stated in the Operator's Manual for the
given securing measure. The number of securing elements (cables, straps, chains and stays
etc.) and the force necessary for their tensioning depend on such factors as the machine
weight, the carrying vehicle design, speed of travel and other conditions. For this reason it is
impossible to define the securing plan precisely.
A correctly secured machine does not change its position with regard to the transporting
vehicle. The securing elements must be selected according to the guidelines of the
Manufacturer of these elements. In case of doubt apply a greater number of securing straps
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