Maeda CC423S-1, Operation Manual

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5.1 LOADING/UNLOADING
• For the dimensions and mass of this machine, refer to “Specifications 1. Principal
Specifications List”.
• Ramps to be used must satisfy the following conditions:
• Length must be such that the setting angle onto a trailer is 15 degrees or less.
• The width must be such that the crawler does not protrude from the ramp boards.
• Must have a thickness to provide sufficient strength to withstand the weight of the
machine.
• Set the ramp boards at right angles to the trailer bed.
Align the centre of the right and left crawlers with the
centre of the respective ramp boards. If the ramp
boards are bent or the centre of the crawler is off, the
machine may fall from the ramp boards, causing
serious physical injury.
• Always put the machine in the “travelling posture”
when loading/unloading the machine. For details
about the machine travelling posture, refer to the
descriptions under “Operation 3.6 Machine Travelling
Posture”.
• For the travelling speed settings, use low engine speed for loading and unloading the
machine.
• Be sure to load the machine on to the truck by driving in reverse. Loading by driving forward
may cause the machine to overturn.
• Be sure to unload the machine from the truck by driving the machine forward. Unloading by
driving in reverse may cause the machine to overturn.
• Be especially careful when loading or unloading the Machine because the risks intervene.
• Select a location that is level and has firm road surface when loading or unloading the
Machine.
In addition, keep enough distance from the roadside.
• Remove the mud and other substances from the footing to prevent the Machine from
skidding over the ramps.
Remove the substances stuck on the ramp boards such as grease, oil, snow or ice, and keep
clean.
• Never change direction over the ramp boards. Temporarily leave the ramp before correcting
the direction.
• As the centre of gravity position of the machine suddenly shifts at a boundary between the
ramp and trailer, balance is lost, causing danger. Pass the ramp slowly.
Put the machine in the “travelling posture” and always use ramp boards or forwarding blocks when
loading/unloading the machine. Follow the procedure below.