Brush Bandit 2900T, Operating & Parts Manual

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Copyright 1/07 PAGE 21
MODEL 2900T TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES
BEFORE TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE INSPECT AND CONFIRM THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
Transportation Procedures
1) The trailer has a cargo weight rating capacity for the weight of the stump grinder. The combined weight
of the trailer and the stump grinder can not exceed the load capacity of the tires, axles, hitch coupler
system or the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of the trailer.
2) The towing vehicle is rated for and has the towing capabilities to haul the stump grinder package
(includes the stump grinder and a trailer). The towing vehicle must be mechanically sound and capable
of handling the towing job.
3) The hitch on the towing vehicle and the coupler on the trailer is a perfect match in size, type, and needed
capacity.
4) Both the towing hitch and the coupler are in good mechanical and wear condition, that they are joined
together securely, and the coupler/hitch is locked in place.
5) The safety chains have the correct capacity for the equipment being towed.
6) The safety chains are crossed under the coupler/hitch then securely attached to the towing vehicle. The safety
chains are long enough to not restrict the turning movement, but short enough to not drag on the road.
7) The electrical plug-in on the towing vehicle and the trailer are wired for the same functions and they
fit securely together. The plug-in wire is long enough to not restrict the turning movement, but
short enough to not drag on the road. The trailer must have a lighting system and braking system to
match and perform correctly off the towing vehicles system. You must meet the Federal and your States’
Department of Transportation Code of Regulations concerning lights, brakes, and highway transit.
8) The break-away actuator (if equipped) that is installed on the trailer correctly works and is appropriately
attached to the towing vehicle.
9) All lights and brakes on the trailer correctly functions when activated by the systems in the towing vehicle.
10) The tires have been checked for cuts or damaged rims, air pressure is correct, and the axle lug nuts
have been checked for correct torque (refer to trailer manual).
11) When the stump grinder is on the trailer, the trailer has the right load capacity, the stump grinder is
positioned on the trailer for the correct weight distribution (there should be about 15% of the total stump
grinder package weight on the tongue or hitch), the stump grinder brakes are locked, the cutterwheel is
resting on the trailer bed, and the stump grinder is securely bound down to the trailer bed per your
States binding requirements.
12) Any loose debris, tools or parts have been cleared off or are put away.
13) Close and secure any of the following if equipped: tool box, battery box, engine cowl doors and side panels,
radiator debris screens, inspection doors, cabinet doors, housing covers, tank caps and covers, vise, and etc.
14) Make sure the load ramps are securely stored for transport.
15) Make sure the stump grinder’s engine is not running, the ignition key is in your possession, and all
controls are stored correctly and locked in place for transport.
16) The stump grinder package must be hauled level and the towing vehicle must be sized to handle hitch
weight and towing weight. The towing vehicle or the combination of towing vehicle and towing package
must have enough braking capacity to meet the Federal and your State Department of Transportation
requirements.
17) The stump grinder package is now ready for transport. Make sure to obey all local regulation and laws
regarding the transporting of this type of machine.
18) Do not drive too fast for road conditions or exceed speed regulations for equipment towing.
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