Permaquip Kubota RRV, User Manual

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Excessive Ground to Rail Height
Always check that there are no signalling installation components before
using the ramps.
Always drive slowly. Use 4 wheel drive if the rail/ramps are wet (2 wheel
drive is usually acceptable in dry conditions). Apply the handbrake whilst
the ramps are being repositioned.
In the event that the ground to rail height is too great, utilise the on/off tracking
ramps (optional).
Referring to the following sequence, the process for on-tracking is as follows:
Layout the ramps as shown
Drive the vehicle slowly forward at
approx. 30° to the track
Continue to cross the 4-foot Start positioning the front tyres onto
the rail heads, moving the ramps
into position according to the tyre
positions. Use the handbrake when
repositioning the ramps.