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4. Transport
Before continuing, ensure you have completely read and understood this manual’s
Safety section, in addition to the safety information in the section(s) below.
4.1. Transport Safety
• Check with local authorities regarding transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws
and regulations.
• Always travel at a safe speed, never exceeding 20 mph (32 km/h). Reduce speed on rough
surfaces. Use caution when turning corners or meeting traffic.
• Yield to other drivers and allow faster traffic to pass.
• Make sure the SMV (slow moving vehicle) emblem and all the lights and reflectors that are
required by local authorities are in place, are clean, and can be seen by all over-taking and
oncoming traffic. Always use hazard-warning flashers on tractor/towing vehicle when
transporting unless prohibited by law.
• Do not transport during times of limited visibility such as fog, snow, or heavy rain. Take extra
precautions at night and at dusk.
• Keep others away from the transport vehicle and conveyor.
• Do not allow riders on the conveyor or towing vehicle during transport.
• Stay away from overhead obstructions and power lines when operating and transporting.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Fully lower the conveyor before transporting, and only raise when next to storage facility.
• Attach to a proper towing vehicle with a pin and retainer. Always attach safety chain(s).
• Do not raise the intake end above drawbar, upending may occur.
• Empty conveyor of all grain or seed before transporting. Transporting a full conveyor will
place excessive loads on the tube, frame, axle, hitch, and tow vehicle.
• Do not transport on slopes greater than 20°.
• Do not transport with an under-inflated tire(s).
• If the conveyor wheels are partially or fully buried in snow or grain, failure to clear area
around the wheels before transporting may cause damage to the conveyor or result in
serious injury.
4.2. Transport Preparation
1. It is not recommended that the conveyor be transported faster than 20 mph (32 km/h).
references
the acceptable transport speed as per the ratio of tractor weight versus conveyor weight. See Specifications
(
Section 9. – Specifications on page 51
) for conveyor weights.
A weight imbalance between the and the towing vehicle could result in a collision from
reduced stability, handling, and braking ability.
2. Ensure the conveyor will clear any overhead obstructions or electrical wires prior to transporting. Refer to
Section 9. – Specifications on page 51
for the transport height of your conveyor.
PTO TOP-DRIVE FIELD LOADER – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
