MK Diamond Canoga 193 Gas - Manual (Page 19)

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TOWING GUIDELINES
193 SERIES CONCRETE MIXER OPERATION
The following safety should be used when towing the mixer
If the mixer tow bar is deformed or damaged replace entire tow bar. NEVER tow the mixer with
a defective tow bar. There exists the possibility of the trailer separating from the towing vehicle.
Make sure that the hitch and coupling of the towing vehicle are rated equal to, or greater than
the trailer “gross vehicle weight rating” (GVWR).
ALWAYS inspect the hitch and coupling for wear. NEVER tow the mixer with defective hitches, cou-
plings, chains etc.
CHECK the tire air pressure on both the towing vehicle and the trailer. Also check the tire tread wear
on both vehicles.
ALWAYS make sure the mixer is equipped with a “Safety Chain”.
ALWAYS attach trailer’s safety chain to the frame of towing vehicle.
ALWAYS make sure that the towing vehicle’s directional, backup, and brake lights are working
properly.
Remember in most cases the maximum speed unless otherwise posted for highway towing is
45 MPH, however before towing your mixer, check your local state, and county vehicle towing
requirements. Recommended off-road towing is not to exceed 10 MPH or less depending on
type of terrain.
When towing of the mixer is required, place the drum in the DOWN position (mouth facing
DOWN).
ALWAYS make sure that the fuel valve lever is in the OFF position.
Check wheel mounting lug nuts with a torque wrench. Torque wheel lug nuts as described in
the maintenance section of this manual.
Avoid sudden stops and starts. This can cause skidding, or jackknifing.
Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Check with your county or state safety towing regulations department before
towing your mixer.
To reduce the possibility of an accident while transporting the mixer on public roads, always make sure that
the mixer towing components and the towing vehicle are in good operating condition and both units are
mechanically sound.