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• Make certain that you are in compliance with
local, state/provincial , and federal regulations
regarding transporting agricultural equipment
on public roadways.
• Make certain that all wheels and tires are in
good repair and that tires are inflated to proper
pressure. Do not under-inflate or overinflate.
• Make certain that all wheel lug bolts are tight -
ened to proper torque specifications.
• Install the transport cylinder locks on the input
conveyor and secure.
• Add extra lights and use pilot vehicle(s) when
transporting during times of limited visibility.
• Wrap up and bind all electrical wires to the
frame.
• Be sure that any necessary SMV (slow moving
vehicle) signs, reflectors, and lights required by
law are in proper place and are clearly visible to
all traffic.
• Be sure the tow vehicle has adequate capacity
and weight to safely tow the Clod Hopper.
• Be sure to positively hitch to the towing vehicle.
Use a retainer on the pin and a safety chain to
assure a safe hitch hook-up when transporting.
• Adhere to local regulations regarding maximum
weight, width, and length.
• Do not exceed 20 MPH (32 kph). Reduce speed
on rough roads and surfaces.
• Do not allow anyone to ride on the Clod Hopper
or towing vehicle during transport.
• Always use hazard flashers on the towing ve -
hicle when transporting.
TRANSPORT SAFETY
4.10 TRANSPORT
Harriston Clod Hoppers are designed to be easily and
conveniently transported from location to location. To
transport the Clod Hopper, follow this procedure:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Disconnect and remove all auxiliary equipment
from the Clod Hopper.
3. Disconnect and remove the power lines. Wrap and
secure excess power lines on the frame of the
machine.
4. Raise the input conveyor and install the transport
cylinder locks. Secure each with its retainer. Raise
and secure folding conveyor with transport lock.
5. Fully raise each of the stabilizer jacks, lowering the
machine onto the tires.
6. Fully raise the discharge conveyors.
7. Install and secure hitch.
8. Be sure to select an appropriately sized tow vehi-
cle. Do not use an undersized/underpowered tow
vehicle.
9. Be sure there is adequate room to back the tow
vehicle up to the Clod Hopper. Back the tow ve-
hicle slowly to the hitch. Stop the tow vehicle, set
the park brake and turn off ignition.
10. Hitch the Clod Hopper to the tow vehicle. Check to
be sure it is positively hitched and be sure to install
a retainer.
11. Connect safety chains to tow vehicle to prevent
unexpected vehicle separation.
12. Be sure all lights, reflectors, signs and SMV (slow
moving vehicle) are clean, operational and clearly
visible.
NOTE
Install optional lighting bar and con-
nect the wiring harness to the tow
vehicle.