
In the event of slipping into swampy ground or
towing heavy objects, proceed as follows:
1 Attach a wire rope to the machine to be retrieved
or towed as shown in the illustration.
Ensure that the towing linkage is properly
connected, adequate for the purposes.
NOTE!
Put wood blocks between the wire rope and the
machine to protect the machine and wire rope from
damage.
2 Towing speed for short distance is maximum 2
km/h.
Use other transportation for long distance.
NOTE!
Select the slow travel mode. Slowly drive the
machine when towing.
3 Keep the tow line angle as small as possible
Angle for pulling should not exceed 20° from the
horizontal line of tow lope and longitudinal axis
of the machine. Be careful there should not be
also interference with parts of the machine.
NOTE!
Keep the cable horizontal, straight, and parallel to
the tracks.
In case of towing light object:
Put a shackle in the tie-down hole (A) on the
undercarriage.
Do not use the hole (A) to another purpose.
Permissible force of the hole (A) : 3000 kgf (6613
lbf)
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Operating instructions
Retrieving and towing
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