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Mobile Generator Lifting and Transporting
4.4 Preparing the Machine for Transport on a Truck or Trailer
Requirements
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Machine stopped
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Flatbed truck or trailer capable of supporting the machine’s weight
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Chains, hooks, or straps capable of supporting the machine’s weight
Checklist Before transporting the machine, check the following items:
Machine
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Check that all accessories are securely stored within the machine.
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Check that all doors and access panels of the machine are closed.
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Check that all electrical supplies are disconnected from the machine.
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For machines with external fuel supplies, check that all fuel supplies are
disconnected from the machine.
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For machines with generators, check that the generator is shut down.
Loading and transporting equipment
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Check that the transport vehicle or trailer can support the weight of the machine.
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Check that the transport vehicle or trailer is wide enough to support the
machine.
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Check that the wheels of the transport vehicle or trailer are chocked during the
loading process.
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Check that the transport vehicle or trailer is clean and free of grease, oil, ice,
and other loose material.
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If the machine is mounted to a trailer, check that the jackstand or other transport
block (piece of wood or other similar material) is available to support the trailer
tongue during transporting. Do not use the machine’s trailer jack to support the
trailer tongue during transporting.
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Check that any ramps used in the loading process:
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Can support the weight of the machine.
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Are clean and free of grease, oil, ice, and other loose material.
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Are securely connected to the transport vehicle or trailer.
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Are of sufficient length to keep the loading angle 15° or less.
In addition:
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Check that the loading area is flat and the ground is stable.
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Check the overall height of the machine once it is loaded on the truck or trailer.
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Plan your travel route so there will be adequate clearance for overpasses, road
signs, buildings, etc.
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Check local regulations regarding transporting and obey these regulations.
WARNING
Crushing hazard. Improperly securing the machine can lead to a crushing hazard.
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Use only the designated tie-down points to secure the machine to a truck or
trailer.