Wacker Neuson RD 12A, Operator'S Manual

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Lifting and Transporting RD 12A
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3.2 Tying Down and Transporting the Machine
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Lock the articulated joint lockarm . Refer to section Articulation Joint
Lockarm for information.
When transporting the machine, place blocks in front of and behind
each drum and use the front and rear tie-down points
(a) provided to
securely fasten the machine to the trailer (two places). Secure the
machine by attaching steel ropes or chains to the tie down points
(a) .
Note: The transmission is normally braked when the engine is off, or
when the hydraulic system is not functioning, unless there is a fault
and/or the parking brakes have been manually disabled.
NOTICE : Do not position ropes or chains across the machine frame or
the articulated joint when tying down the machine. Damage to the
machine may occur.
NOTICE : Do not use complete deflection of shock mounts when tying
down the machine. Damage to the shock mounts may occur.
NOTICE : Do not leave the machine tied down for extended periods of
time (except when transporting the machine). Damage to the shock
mounts may occur.
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