Snorkel AB46RT-sn1000+CE - Manual (Page 9)

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Transportation
BY CRANE
Stand clear of machine when lifting.
Check specifications on back page, insure that
crane and slings are of correct capacity to lift
weight of unit.
1. Insure that boom is fully lowered and retracted.
2. Attach straps to chassis lifting lugs only. Insure that
straps are adjusted properly to keep unit level when
lifting.
BY TRUCK OR TRAILER
1. Insure that boom is fully lowered and retracted.
2. Maneuver the machine onto bed of truck / trailer.
3. When winching, follow instructions for emergency
towing on page 8. Attach winch cable to front tie
down lugs.
Do not winch machine faster than 3 mph.
4. After winching, insure that brakes are set.
5. Secure the machine to the transport vehicle using
chains / straps of adequate load capacity (refer to
specifications, back page) attached to chassis tie
down lugs (see figure 7).
6. Place a wooden block (10.5" x 6" x 35"
[27 cm x 15 cm x 89 cm]) under platform support
braces as shown (see figure 7).
7. Attach ratchet strap; under platform floor grating, over
support braces (see figure 7). Tighten securely, do
not overtighten.
NEVER elevate the machine while on a truck or
trailer.
Figure 7: Securing the Machine for Transportation
Wooden Block
10.5" x 6" x 35"
[27 cm x 15 cm x 89 cm]
Chassis Tie Down
Lifting Lug (typ.)