Transportation - Komatsu WA500-6H Operation & Maintenance Manual

2.3 Precautions for operation
2.3.3

Transportation

The machine can be divided into parts for transportation, so
when transportating the machine, please contact your
KOMATSU distributor to have the work carried out.
Loading and unloading
When loading or unloading the machine, mistaken operation
may bring the hazard of the machine tipping over or falling,
so particular care is necessary. Always do as follows.
Perform loading and unloading on firm, level ground only.
Maintain a safe distance from the edge of the road or cliff.
Always use ramps of adequate strength. Be sure that the
ramps are wide, long, and thick enough to provide a safe
loading slope. Take suitable steps to prevent the ramps from
moving out of position or coming off.
Be sure the ramp surface is clean and free of grease, oil, ice
and loose materials. Remove dirt from machine-tracks. On
a rainy day, in particular, be extremely careful since the ramp
surface is slippery.
Run the engine at low idling and operate sololy at low speed.
Never correct your steering on the ramps. If necessary,
drive off the ramps, correct the direction, then enter the
ramps again.
When loading or unloading to an embankment or platform,
make sure that it has suitable width, strength, and grade.
For machines equipped with a cab, always lock the door
after boarding the machine. If this is not done, the door may
suddenly open during transportation.
Refer to "Transportation procedure (3-159)".
2-26
Ramp
max 15°
Distance
between ramps
Safety
Blocks
Block
GK032066
WA500-6H – VEAM430100