Equipter RB4000, Operator'S Manual

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Always use a tow vehicle with a GVWR capacity greater than that of the combined Equipter and tow
vehicle weight. The hitch must also be of a rating greater than that of the Equipter.
Always connect the break-away brake cable to the tow vehicle. Do not connect to the safety chains or
slide-in.
Always disconnect and park Equipter on level ground. If disconnecting or parking on level ground is not
possible, use blocking in front and behind rear wheels to prevent the machine from rolling.
Always use a snap pin or lock to secure the latch in the locked position over the ball.
Ensure that the dump box is down against the frame and fully retracted in “transport position” before
transporting.
Ensure that the outriggers are fully raised before transporting.
Ensure that the front steering assembly is raised and securely latched before transporting.
Do not transport the unit with the dump bed “lids” open. This would cause the unit to be over-width.
Do not overload the unit. Be aware of the maximum load capacity of the Equipter.
Check all lights before transporting the equipment on public roads. Have an assistant verify brake light
operation.
Confirm trailer brakes work.
Being sure wheel mounting nuts (lug nuts) on trailer rear wheels are tight and properly torqued.
Lug nuts are prone to loosen right after a wheel is mounted to a hub. When driving on a new or
remounted wheel, check the lug nut tightness often during the first few hundred miles of the trailer’s
use, especially after the first 10, 25 and 50 miles of driving, before each tow, and at least twice per year
thereafter.
T R A N S P O R T P R E C A U T I O N S
Replace all safety shields and guards when finished performing maintenance. Do not operate the
equipment with protective equipment removed.
Never perform maintenance or adjustments while the equipment is operating. Turn off the engine when
performing maintenance to prevent accidental movement.
M A I N T E N A N C E P R E C A U T I O N S
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Use blocking or cribbing underneath the outriggers to assist in securely leveling the machine.
Never allow riders or passengers in the dump box when raising or lowering.