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OPERATION
FLX-1510 06/18 Operation Section 4-43
© 2018 Alamo Group Inc.
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15. Hauling the Tractor, Flex-Arm and Mower
The Flex-Arm and the mower must be disconnected and separated before loading onto a trailer. Follow the
instructions and safety precautions listed in this manual to disconnect and separate the mower from the Flex-
Arm.
Do not attempt to transport an oversized load without obtaining proper licenses and permits from your state
transportation offices.
Before transporting a loaded tractor, Flex-Arm, and mower, measure the height and width dimensions and
gross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for
the areas that will be traveled through.
Use adequately sized and rated trailers and equipment to transport the tractor, Flex-Arm, and mower. Consult
an authorized dealer to determine the proper equipment required. Using adequately sized chains, heavy duty
straps, cables and/or binders, securely tie down both the front and rear of the tractor utilizing the proper tie
down locations as specified by the tractor manufacturer.
Arrange the chains so that when tightened, the chains are pulling downward and against themselves. Carefully
tighten the securing chains or other fasteners used as much as possible using boomers or binders to apply
maximum tension. Use extreme care when attaching and removing the securing devices as the extreme
tension involved when released has the potential to inflict serious injury.
While hauling the tractor, Flex-Arm, and mower, make occasional stops to check that the tractor, Flex-Arm and
mower have not moved or shifted and that the securing chains have maintained tension. If during transport a
hard braking, sharp turning, or swerving action was performed, stop at the next safe location to inspect the
security of the load.