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5.8 Transporting
5.8.1 Prepare for Transport:
Follow these instructions:
1.
Stow feed table and secure the latch.
2.
Ensure that the machine is securely attached to the tow
vehicle and the ball coupler hand wheel is snug. Insert
mechanical retainer through the ball hitch.
3.
Always use safety chains crossed underneath the trailer
tongue.
4.
Raise jack stand and secure it to the transport socket on
the side of the trailer.
5.
Connect the light harness cable. Check that all the lights
and reflectors required by the highway authorities are in
place, clean and working.
6.
Turn the discharge hood and point toward the feed table to
reduce the width of the machine.
7.
Check tire air pressure. Check for cuts or damaged rims.
8.
Check lug nuts and re-torque if necessary. New chippers
check after 20–25 miles (32–40 kilometres) and regularly
check weekly.
9.
Inspect and replace any axle dust caps that are damaged or
leaking.
10.
Check and secure chipper components including:
• Tool and tank doors latched
• Belt access covers, and shields secured
• Rotor housing secured
• Feed table latched.
11.
Do not allow riders. Do not drink and drive.
12.
Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Slow down when
encountering rough road conditions and cornering.
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