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BXTR6438
3.7 Ball and Coupler
3.7.1 Coupling for transport
Review the transport safety section (2.7) before proceeding.
The Wood Chipper should always be located on a level, dry area that is free of debris and other foreign
objects. When attaching the machine to a tow vehicle, follow this procedure:
Harness
Connector
and Cable
Jack Leg Up
Trailer Jack
Coupler
1. Make sure that all bystanders, especially
small children, are clear of the working area.
2. Make sure there is enough room and clear
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ance to safely back up to the machine.
3. Use the trailer jack to raise the tongue above
the height of the tow vehicle ball hitch.
4. Slowly back the tow vehicle until the coupler
on the hitch and ball are aligned.
5. Attach the ball hitch:
a. Place the coupler over the ball on the
hitch.
b. Turn the hand wheel clockwise until it is
snug and the hitch ball is secure.
c. Crank the jack up.
6. Attach the safety chain securely to the tow ve
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hicle to prevent unexpected separation. Cross
the chains when attaching to the tow vehicle.
7.
Ensure light harness cable is firmly connected
to the tow vehicle, and the signal lights are
working.
8. Route the harness and cables across the
hitch to prevent snagging. Be sure to provide
slack for turning.
9. Reverse the above procedure when unhook
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ing.
3.7.2 Adjustable Height
An additional feature of the hitch coupler is adjustable height. Handy when using a different tow vehicle to haul the
chipper.
Ensure the chipper is located on a level, dry area that is free of debris and other foreign objects, and chocks are
applied to the wheels to prevent unexpected movement of the chipper.
1. Remove the 2 bolts and nuts that fasten the
coupler to the hitch ladder.
2. Move the coupler to the desired position
3. Reinstall the bolts and nuts, torque each pair
to 160 ft•lb.
Safety
Chain
Turn clockwise to
snug up coupler
