Transporting; Towing/Retrieving - Terex PT-50 Operation And Maintenance Manual

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6.1 Transporting

At times, you will most likely need to transport the machine to distant locations
with a transport vehicle. To do this safely, there are some precautions that must
be observed.
When transporting:
1. Always make sure the transport vehicle (trailer or truck) being used to haul
the machine is capable of bearing the weight and size of the machine over
the distance and terrain that will be covered.
2. Secure the machine to the transport vehicle bed, facing the direction of
travel, with heavy chains rated for use with a machine of this nature (size
and weight).
3. Attach the chains to the machine at four points (D-rings), one on each
corner of the chassis and secure to suitable locations on the transport
vehicle (Items A, see photo). Tighten as needed to eliminate possible load
shift during transport.
Note: If your machine is not equipped with D-rings, use the metal loops found
similarly in the front and rear (center) of the machine in place of the D-rings for
tie down purposes.
Note: Close and latch doors and windows, secure any loose items prior to trans-
porting.

6.2 Towing/Retrieving

In the event that the PT-50/60 needs to be towed or retrieved, it will not roll
freely. You must drag it to safety. Use only chains that are rated for pulling a
machine of this size and weight. Attach these chains to at least two of the D-
rings in the front or rear of the machine. If possible, drag the machine onto a
trailer, then secure and transport.
If your machine is not equipped with D-rings, the machine may not be
towed or retrieved by pulling or dragging the machine. It must instead be lift-
ed from above through the use of the optional lift kit, or from underneath, sup-
porting the center portion of both of the torsion axles as the machine is placed on
a trailer for transport.
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