Great Plains P18028E Operator Manual - Manual (Page 15)

15 DTX
Operating Instructions
2.0 Transportation
and Installation
Transportation and initial installation of the
machine are described in this chapter.
2.1 Delivery
The machine is normally delivered fully
assembled.
• The machine can be lifted off with a
crane or other suitable lifting equipment.
• The machine should be hitched to a
tractor and driven off a low-loader.
2.2 Transportation
The DTX can be transported on public
roads by hitching it up to a tractor or on a
low-loader.
• It is important to observe the permitted
dimensions and weights when
transporting the machine.
• If the machine is transported on a trailer
or a low-loader, it must be secured
using straps or other devices.
• Before transporting the machine on
public roads, it must be adjusted
to its transportation position and
the stipulations relating to road
transportation fulfilled.
• The maximum permissible speed is
25km/h.
On machines fitted with a
TurboJet seeder unit the hopper
should be emptied before road
transport.
2. Transportation / Installation
2.3 Installation
When carrying out installation and
maintenance work there is a higher risk of
injury. It is important that you familiarise
yourself with the machine and read the
Operating Instructions beforehand.
Operator instruction and initial installation of
the machine are carried out by our service
technicians or authorised distributors.
The machine must not be used in any way
beforehand! The machine can only be
released for operation after instructions
have been provided by our service
technicians or authorised distributors.
• If any modules or parts have been
removed for transportation, these shall
be mounted by our service technicians/
authorised dealers before the instruction
takes place.
• Check all important screw connections!
• Lubricate all nipples and joints!
• Check all hydraulic connections and
lines for damage.