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GROUND FORCE TowHaul Manual

Cab, lowboy operation
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Ground Force Manufacturing, LLC dba TowHaul
PO Box 3487 • Bozeman, MT 59772
Tel. (406) 388-3424 • Fax (406) 388-1925 • E-mail: TowHaul@TowHaul.com • Web: http://www.TowHaul.com
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© Copyright 2024, by Ground Force Manufacturing LLC dba TowHaul. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means
(including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign language) without prior agreement and written consent from Ground Force Worldwide as gov-
erned by the United States and International Copyright Laws.
CAB GUIDE
LOWBOY OPERATION

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  • Page 1 VERSION 1 © Copyright 2024, by Ground Force Manufacturing LLC dba TowHaul. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means (including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign language) without prior agreement and written consent from Ground Force Worldwide as gov-...
  • Page 2 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST 1: PRIOR TO OPERATION ► Perform the mine’s daily truck inspection. ► Clear all obstacles from the path of the machine. Beware of hazards such as ► Inspect the Trunnion Pin for damage. overhead wires, ditches, other vehicles, etc.
  • Page 3 TowHaul Unit, always maintain a speed that is safe and prudent for the conditions. • Do not move the TowHaul Unit into or out of a building without a ground signal person present. • When navigating grades, maintain a speed that will ensure safe control and allow effective retarding and braking under current conditions.
  • Page 4 WARNING WARNING Do not operate the TowHaul unit until all brake systems are fully operational. 4 • THIS GUIDE MUST REMAIN IN THE CAB AT ALL TIMES.
  • Page 5 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - OVERVIEW 1. Gooseneck TOWHAUL PRIME MOVER & GOOSENECK 2. Bayonet Pin 3. Gooseneck Pick-Up Hooks 4. Grab Hook 5. Toe Assembly 6. Trunnion Pin 7. Counterweight 8. Subframe 9. Apron DETAIL C DETAIL C 10.
  • Page 6 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - OVERVIEW 12. Load Ramp TOWHAUL LOWBOY 13. Center Section 14. Load Wing 15. Axle 16. Fender 17. Upper Load DETAIL D DETAIL D Wing Pin 18. Pick-Up Shaft 19. D-Ring 20. Lower Load Wing Pin 21. Bearing Pad...
  • Page 7 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN The Plus+1 control screen provides access to TowHaul functions. It is not a touch screen. Press a white button on the left side of the screen to operate any function or view information. The control screen has a one-minute timer;...
  • Page 8 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN ► APRON ► GRAB HOOK Select Apron in the Main Screen and use ▲ and ▼ on Select Grab Hook in the Main Menu screen and use ▲ and ▼ on the directional pad to operate the Grab Hook.
  • Page 9 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN ► MAIN LIFT Select Main Lift on the Main Menu screen and use ◄ and ► on the directional pad to choose Towing or Lowboy. ► MAIN LIFT - LOWBOY ► MAIN LIFT - TOWING...
  • Page 10 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN ► SLIDE - TOWING POSITION ► SLIDE - LOWBOY POSITION To move the slide to Towing position, physically pull the To move the slide to Lowboy position, physically pull pins on the subframe. the pins on the subframe.
  • Page 11 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN ► AUXILIARY DUMP Connect the appropriate hoses to the disabled haul truck according to instructions in the TowHaul Operations Manual, and mine procedures. Press Auxiliary Dump on the Main Menu screen, and Verify each step has use ▲...
  • Page 12 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PLUS+1 SCREEN ► PARK BRAKE RELEASE Connect the appropriate hose to the towed truck according to instructions in the TowHaul Operations Manual and mine procedures. To release and set the towed truck park brake, select Park Brake Release on the Main Menu and use ▲ and ▼ on the directional pad to apply or release the brakes.
  • Page 13 TowHaul has developed an easy and clear set of hand signals that can be used during daytime with good visibility. When visibility is reduced, or if operating at night, use two-way radio communication.
  • Page 14 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - HAND SIGNALS Close Grab Hook: Release Lowboy two fingers up, circle brakes: indicate downward inward Set Lowboy Lower Lowboy: three brakes: indicate fingers up, circle outward downward 14 • THIS GUIDE MUST REMAIN IN THE CAB AT ALL TIMES.
  • Page 15 1. Park on a flat and level surface. If it is necessary to park • The Lowboy brakes apply with the prime mover service on a grade, use wheel chocks to block the TowHaul unit. brakes when the service brake pedal is actuated.
  • Page 16 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - GOOSENECK POSITIONING ► GOOSENECK POSITIONING - LOWBOY TO TOWING WARNING WARNING 3. Use the Slide function to move the Gooseneck fully Visually confirm that the Gooseneck is in the correct forward into the Towing position. position and that the subframe Bayonet Pins are inserted in the correct position before operating.
  • Page 17 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - GOOSENECK POSITIONING ► GOOSENECK POSITIONING - TOWING TO LOWBOY 1. Remove the Counterweight, 4. Use the Slide if equipped. function to move the 2. Remove the Bayonet Pins. Gooseneck fully rearward into the Lowboy 3.
  • Page 18 ► PRIME MOVER OPERATION WITHOUT LOWBOY CAUTION CAUTION TowHaul does not recommend speeds greater than 5 MPH (8 KPH) when fully loaded and 22 MPH (34 KPH) when empty. NOTE NOTE TowHaul recommends transporting the empty Gooseneck in the forward (towing) position. The Gooseneck can be transported at up to 22 MPH (34 KHP) in the towing position.
  • Page 19 1. Park on a flat and level surface. If it is necessary to park 3. Lower the Apron until the Gooseneck is resting on the on a grade, use wheel chocks to block the TowHaul Unit. ground and a gap is present between the Apron rollers and the Gooseneck.
  • Page 20 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - CONNECTING TO LOWBOY ► CONNECTING TO LOWBOY 1. Before connecting the Gooseneck to the Lowboy, ensure 4. Use the Main all dirt, rocks and debris are cleared from the Gooseneck Lift - Lowboy - Pick-Up Hooks and Pick-Up Shaft area on the Lowboy.
  • Page 21 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - CONNECTING TO LOWBOY 6. Back the prime mover up until both Gooseneck Pick-Up 7. Close the Grab Hook to properly align the Gooseneck Hooks are positioned under the Lowboy Pick-Up Shaft. Pick-Up Hooks with the pick-up shaft.
  • Page 22 CAUTION CAUTION Gooseneck. Use slow speeds when pulling the TowHaul Lowboy. TowHaul does not recommend speeds greater than 5 MPH (8 KPH) 12. Release the Lowboy park brake before raising the Lowboy. when fully loaded and 22 MPH (34 KPH) when empty.
  • Page 23 ► DISCONNECTING THE LOWBOY 1. Park on a flat and level surface. If it is necessary to park 4. Disconnect the air on a grade, use wheel chocks to block the TowHaul Unit. hoses, if equipped, and electrical cables. Ensure 2.
  • Page 24 CAUTION CAUTION GOOSENECK Use slow speeds when pulling the TowHaul Lowboy. TowHaul PICK-UP HOOKS does not recommend speeds greater than 5 MPH (8 KPH) when fully loaded and 22 MPH (34 KPH) when empty. 24 • THIS GUIDE MUST REMAIN IN THE CAB AT ALL TIMES.
  • Page 25 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - PARKING LOWBOY ► PARKING PROCEDURE WITH LOWBOY 1. Park on a flat and level surface. If it is necessary to park 4. Apply the Lowboy park brake once the on a grade, follow all mine policies.
  • Page 26 • The prime mover coupled to a Lowboy is a specialized combination unit with a gross weight that can exceed • Always operate the TowHaul Unit in accordance with the what the loaded prime mover would weigh when in use as mine’s equipment operations and safety procedures.
  • Page 27 Lowboy must have completed a basic lifting course con- • A trained TowHaul operator must supervise all loading ducted by an approved training organization, or as per mine policies.
  • Page 28 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - LOADING ► RECOMMENDED LOADING DIRECTION Shovels, excavators and wheel loaders: engines Dozers: engines off, park brake applied, with blade and off, park brake applied and bucket lowered to the main ripper lowered. The ripper should be curled all the way in Lowboy deck or resting on top of the bucket platform.
  • Page 29 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - LOADING ► LOADING BLOCKS 3. Mark the ground at the leading edge of each track near the Lowboy ramps. Loading blocks are used for equipment — usually drills — that interfere with the pick-up area and/or Load Ramps.
  • Page 30 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - LOADING ► LOADING PROCEDURE 1. Use loading blocks, if provided, for additional clearance. 4. Load the machine slowly onto the Lowboy with the aid of a qualified TowHaul operator/signal person. 2. Center the machine with the Lowboy before loading.
  • Page 31 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - TOWING ► TOWING DISABLED HAUL TRUCKS WARNING WARNING Do not tow disabled haul trucks without the required Counterweight installed. Do not tow disabled haul trucks that have any remaining payload in the body. See Auxiliary Dump section for instructions.
  • Page 32 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALL ► COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION 1. Lift the 2. Install the Counterweight Counterweight into place with a on the prime forklift or a crane. mover’s Make sure the Counterweight lifting device is brackets. rated to handle...
  • Page 33 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALL ► COUNTERWEIGHT INSTALLATION – STACKED 1. Remove the Counterweight lock pins (qty. 2). 4. Insert Counterweight lock pins (qty. 2). 2. Raise the Counterweight into place with a forklift or a crane.
  • Page 34 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - CONNECTING TO DISABLED TRUCK ► CONNECTING TO DISABLED HAUL TRUCK 1. Ensure the Gooseneck is in the Towing position before 4. Using the Apron - Lower function, lower the attempting to tow a disabled truck. Gooseneck until the Gooseneck is approximately 3” (8 cm) off the ground.
  • Page 35 Watch for clearance issues between the Toe and the front of the disabled haul truck. 10. Connect the park brake release hose from the TowHaul 7. Stop the prime mover once the Trunnion Pin is directly prime mover to the disabled haul truck (if equipped).
  • Page 36 2. Use the function Main CAUTION CAUTION Lift - Towing - Raise to TowHaul does not recommend speeds greater than 5 MPH lift the disabled haul truck (8 KPH) when towing a disabled haul truck. until the top of the Toe is The turning radius of the prime mover is limited when horizontal.
  • Page 37 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - TOWING ► LOWERING DISABLED HAUL TRUCK 1. Stop on a flat, level surface. 4. Place wheel chocks in front of and behind the rear tires of the disabled haul truck, leaving 4” to 6” (10-15 cm) 2.
  • Page 38 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - DISCONNECTING DISABLED TRUCK ► DISCONNECTING DISABLED HAUL TRUCK 6. Apply the park brake on the disabled haul truck. 1. Stop on a flat, level surface. 7. Position wheel chocks properly on disabled truck. 2. Apply the park brake on the prime mover only.
  • Page 39 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - AUXILIARY DUMP ► AUXILIARY DUMP WARNING WARNING 2. Select Function Auxiliary Dump on the main screen of Prior to emptying the dump body of the disabled haul truck, the PLUS+1 system. ensure all personnel and vehicles are clear of the dump 3.
  • Page 40 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - RELEASING PARK BRAKE ► RELEASING THE PARK BRAKE ON A DISABLED HAUL TRUCK WARNING WARNING CAUTION CAUTION Always visually confirm that the disabled vehicle is properly Prior to utilizing the Park Brake Release option, the disabled...
  • Page 41 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - APPLYING PARK BRAKE ► APPLYING THE PARK BRAKE ON A DISABLED HAUL TRUCK WARNING WARNING 2. Use the down arrow to apply the park brake on the Do not apply the park brake prior to lowering the disabled disabled haul truck.
  • Page 42 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE - WIRELESS REMOTE ► WIRELESS REMOTE ACTIVATION NOTE NOTE 3. Press the up arrow When the PLUS+1 screen is set to remote, only the functions available on the wireless remote are available. to activate the wireless 1. Select remote.
  • Page 43 TOWHAUL CAB GUIDE TOWHAUL 340 Andrea Dr Belgrade, MT 59714 Phone: +1 (406) 388-3424 Support E-mail: support@TowHaul.com Web: www.TOWHAUL.com 43 • THIS GUIDE MUST REMAIN IN THE CAB AT ALL TIMES.