Hitachi ZAXIS 450LC-3 Operator's Manual page 237

Unloading
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WARNING: The rear end of the flatbed where it meets
the ramp is a sudden bump. Take care when traveling
over it.
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to the front
attachment. Always position the arm at 90°
to the boom when unloading the machine.
Unloading the machine with the arm
tucked in may cause machine damage.
1. To move the machine over end of the trailer onto the
ramp, rest the flat surface of the tip of arm on the
ground. Angle of the arm to the boom should be 90 to
110°.
IMPORTANT: Prevent possible damage to the hydraulic
cylinders. Do not allow the machine to hit
the ground hard with the arm.
2. The tip of arm must be on the ground before the
machine begins to tip forward.
3. As the machine moves forward, raise the boom and
extend the arm until the machine is completely off the
ramp.
TRANSPORTING
6-45
90 to 110°
M111-06-034
M111-06-035