Dynapac CC1250, Instruction Manual

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6.5 Towing the Roller
Towing Information
Towing
The roller can be moved up to 300 meters
(1,000 ft) using the instructions below.
Inspections and Operations 40
Proper equipment must be used to prevent
damage to the vehicle and the roller during any
tow. Follow the state and local laws applying to
vehicles.
If the vehicle is to be towed by a wrecker, use only
equipment designed for this purpose following the
instructions of the wrecker manufacturer. A safety
chain system must be used.
Personal injury or death could result
when towing a disabled roller incorrectly.
Block the drums of the roller to prevent
movement before releasing the
emergency brake system or the disc brake
in each drive motor must be disengaged
mechanically, before the roller can be
towed. The roller can roll free if drum is not
blocked.
N o t e
Chock the drum to prevent the roller
from moving when the brakes are
hydraulically disengaged.
Release the Brakes
The disc brake in each drive motor must be
disengaged mechanically, according to the
following instructions, before the roller can be
towed.
1. Remove the center plug using a screwdriver.
2. Screw off the brake tool from its threaded
fixing hole. Then fix the brake tool in the center
hole by tightening the screw until it bottoms in
the hole.
Follow the recommendations below to
properly perform the towing procedure.
Make sure to block the drums of the roller
and reapply the emergency brake system
before disconnecting from the towing
vehicle.
Note
Maximum towing speed is 2 mph (3
Kmph).
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