Jacobsen 672256G01, Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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5 OPERATION
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5.10 TOWING THE MOWER _____________________________________________________
If the mower has a problem and can not drive to the service area, open the bypass valve and load the mower on a
trailer. If a trailer is not available, tow the mower at a slow speed for short distances. See Section 4.8 and 4.9.
Be careful when you load or unload the mower on the trailer. Fasten the mower to the trailer to prevent mower
movement on the trailer.
Always follow any recommendations for maximum trailer weights given in your towing vehicle’s handbook.
Do Not exceed the maximum gross weight shown on the trailer plate.
Always read the trailer manufacturer’s and towing vehicle manufacturer’s handbooks before towing.
If the trailer is moved on the highway, inflate the tires to the maximum pressure recorded on the tire before you fasten
the mower to the trailer. Decrease the tire pressure after the mower is removed from the trailer.
Open the tow valve before you tow the mower. The bypass valve lets the mower be moved without the engine started
and to prevent possible damage to hydraulic components. See Section 4.9
Release the brakes to allow the mower to be moved. See Section 4.8
Before towing, make sure the cutting units are lifted. If the cutting units can not be lifted, remove the cutting units from
the mower.
When the mower gets to the service area, close the tow valve completely and set the brake valve for normal operation.
See Section 4.8 and 4.9.
IMPORTANT
Use the chart in the specification section 12.2 to calculate the total weight of your machine configuration.
NOTICE
When you tow the mower, do not drive more than 2 mph (3.2 km/hr). Jacobsen recommends that you do not tow the
mower for long distances.