Lifting Procedures - Compact Power BOXER 999-823 Operator's Manual

3. When the machine is positioned on the trailer properly, lower the boom to the trailer deck.
4. Shut the engine off and remove the key.
5. Secure the unit to the transport vehicle with DOT (Department of Transportation) approved
chains, binders (Items 1 and 2,
appropriate tie-down locations on the machine and trailer.
• Never tow or pull the machine. Damage to the hydraulic motors could result.
• If the machine is totally in-operable, using lifting straps or cables and a machine that can
safely lift 3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg), lift the machine and place on a trailer.
When transporting the machine, make sure to use DOT approved chains and binders
(Items 1 and 2, Figure
It is recommended to secure the machine through the tie downs (Item 3,

Lifting Procedures

When it becomes necessary to lift the machine:
1. Start the engine and fully raise the trencher boom, then shut off the engine.
2. Use a lifting device that can safely lift 3,000 lbs (1,361 Kg).
3. Use appropriate lifting chains (Item 1,
4. Route the chains through the lifting eyes (Item 2,
machine.
5. Route another lifting chain (Item 3,
assembly (Item 4,
6. Connect all three lifting chains with the central lifting chain (Item 1,
• Lift the machine approximately 12" to make sure that the machine is balanced
before completing the lift.
7. Do a short test lift to make sure that the machine is lifted evenly. Adjust the lifting chains
(Items 2 and 3, Figure
Figure 3–6), and DOT guidelines. Make sure to use the
NOTICE
WARNING
3–6) to secure the machine to the "D" rings on the trailer.
NOTICE
located on each side of the machine framework.
Figure
Figure
Figure 3–7).
CAUTION
3–7) as needed to lift the machine evenly.
Pre-Start Inspection and Operation
3–7) that can safely lift 3,000 lbs (1,361 Kg).
Figure 3–7) located on the sides of the
3–7) through the center hole in the boom
Figure 3–7)
Figure 3–7).
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