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TRANSPORT SAFETY
• Comply with state and local laws govern-
ing safety and transporting of machinery on
public roads.
• Check that all the lights, reflectors and other
lighting requirements are installed and in
good working condition.
• Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow
down for rough terrain and cornering.
• Be sure the Wood Processor is hitched posi-
tively to the tow unit with retainers installed
through the drawbar pin or hitch jaw mecha-
nism.
• Always install transport locks, pins or brack-
ets before transporting.
• Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
• Do not drink and drive.
• Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield
to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch
for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
• Never allow riders on the machine.
Fig. 25 TRANSPORTING
When transporting the machine, review and fol-
low these instructions:
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially
small children.
2. Check that all the lights and reflectors
required by the highway authorities are in
place, clean and working.
3. Insure that the machine is securely attached
to the tow unit with a retainer through the
hitch latch.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Never exceed a safe travel speed. Slow
down when encountering rough road condi-
tions and cornering.
6. Do not drink and drive.
7. Reconnect the lead in chute lock arm and
latch pin, check that all components of the
Wood Processor are secure for travel.
4.9 TRANSPORTING
Highway Lights
Lead In Chute Lock Arm