22
BXT Series
ALIGNED
ATTACHED
5.5 Ball and coupler
The Wood Chipper should always be parked on a level, dry area
that is free of debris and other foreign objects. When attaching
the machine to a tow unit, follow this procedure:
1.
Make sure that all bystanders, especially children, are clear
of the working area.
2.
Make sure there is enough room and clearance to safely
back up to the machine.
3.
Slowly back the tow vehicle until the coupler on the hitch
and ball are aligned.
4.
Attach the ball hitch:
- Lift the hitch and place the coupler over the ball on the
hitch.
- Flip the latch to lock the coupler around the ball and
install .
- Install the snapper pin to secure the latch
- Crank the swivel jack up, pull out the snapper pin and
swivel the stand into its stowed position. Replace
snapper pin.
5.
Attach the safety chain securely to the tow frame to prevent
unexpected separation. Cross the chains when attaching to
the toe vehicle
6.
Ensure light wiring harness is connected to the tow vehicle.
7.
Route the harness and cables across the hitch to prevent
snagging. Be sure to provide slack for turning.
8.
Reverse the above procedure when unhooking.
Install snapper pin
on coupler latch
Coupler
Ball
Fig. 12 –
PIN / STAND / SAFETY
CHAIN / WIRING HARNESS
Raise stand
