Altec DRM 12, Руководство пользователя

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20 • Section 4 — Before You Operate…
• Make sure the chip curtain is properly fastened and
in good condition.
• Make sure the folding feed table is in place and
secure for both operation and travel.
• Verify that there are no loose tools or materials on
the chipper or on the infeed chute.
• Make sure the tires are properly inflated and wheel
lug nuts torqued to the proper value in the Fastener
Specific Torque Application Chart in the Appendix.
• Verify proper operation of the panic bar.
• Inspect the hydraulic system and look for signs of
leaks or wear. Leaks shall be corrected, worn com-
ponents replaced and the hydraulic level checked.
Danger
Death, serious injury, or property damage can result
when attempting to access moving components.
Make sure components have come to a complete
stop before performing inspection or maintenance.
Never open the drum hood while the drum is in motion.
Hitching to Tow Vehicle
Warning
Death, serious, or property damage can result from
uncontrolled movement of the chipper and/or tow
vehicle. Properly hitch chipper to tow vehicle, verify
the road-worthiness of the chipper and tow vehicle,
and verify all equipment is properly stowed. Check
the tow vehicle’s operating manual for rated towing
capacity.
Caution
Injury can result from being pinched or trapped be-
tween moving components. Keep hands clear.
The chipper and tow vehicle, as well as the hitch and
receiver create pinch points. Stay clear of these points
during all operations and be aware as they change during
movement of vehicles.
Caution
Injury can result when attempting to lift the chipper.
The chipper tongue weight is too great for one person
to lift safely.
Warning
Death or serious injury can result from being trapped
between moving components. Maintain a safe dis-
tance from the tow vehicle and the chipper.
Never stand between the tow vehicle and the chipper
while the tow vehicle is backing. Make sure the tow
vehicle is securely parked and the driver notified before
approaching the area between the chipper unit and the
tow vehicle.
Do not tow the chipper unless all the important checks
listed are satisfactorily completed.
• Chipper secured to tow vehicle and safety pin/latch
or hitch locking devices secured.
• Secure jack stand in the travel position.
Warning
Death, serious injury, and/or property damage can
result from uncontrolled movement. Check and
adjust for proper weight distribution when towing
the chipper.
• Chipper frame must be level or the tongue slightly
lower than the rear of the chipper while towing to
make sure proper weight distribution. The hitch height
may have to be adjusted when towing with vehicles
of varying hitch height.
• For proper towing weight distribution make sure the
discharge chute is properly secured in the forward
pointing position, if applicable.
• Make sure the folding feed table is secured in its
closed position.
• Safety chains installed properly.
a. Route chains under trailer tongue in an X pattern
between tow vehicle and trailer.
b. Adjust slack in chain to permit turning but not
dragging on the ground.
c. Make sure that the chains and connection points
are secure and undamaged.
• Connect trailer wiring to the tow vehicle and make
sure all trailer lighting is operating properly.
• Make sure that the safety breakaway switch is func -
tioning properly and attached securely to the tow