Modern AG 20' Predator - Manual (Page 60)

60 - 20’ Predatorrr
oPERation
Hauling the tractor and
implement
Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement,
measure the height and width dimensions and
gross weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure
that the load will be in compliance with the
legal limits set for the areas that will be traveled
through.
use adequately sized and rated trailers and
equipment to transport the tractor and implement.
consult an authorized dealer to determine the
proper
equipment required. using adequately sized
chains, heavy duty straps, cables and/or binders,
securely tie down both the front and rear of the
tractor utilizing the proper tie down locations as
specified by the tractor manufacturer.
arrange the chains so that when tightened,
the chains are pulling downward and against
themselves.
carefully tighten the securing chains or other
fasteners using boomers or binders to apply
maximum tension. use extreme care when
attaching and removing the securing devices as
the extreme tension involved when released has
the potential to inflict serious injury.
While hauling the tractor and implement, make
occasional stops to check that the tractor and
implement have not moved or shifted and that
the securing chains have maintained tension. If
during transport a hard braking, sharp turning, or swerving action was performed, stop at the next safe
location to inspect the security of the load.
OPERATION
FL15M 02/07 Operation Section 4-46
© 2007 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERA
TION
14.3 Hauling the Tractor and Implement
Before transporting a loaded tractor and implement,
measure the height and width dimensions and gross
weight of the complete loaded unit. Ensure that the
load will be in compliance with the legal limits set for
the areas that will be traveled through. OPS-U- 0024
Use adequately sized and rated trailers and
equipment to transport the tractor and implement.
Consult an authorized dealer to determine the proper
equipment required. Using adequately sized chains,
heavy duty straps, cables and/or binders, securely tie
down both the front and rear of the tractor utilizing the
proper tie down locations as specified by the tractor
manufacturer. OPS-U- 0025
Arrange the chains so that when tightened, the
chains are pulling downward and against
themselves. Carefully tighten the securing chains or
other fasteners using boomers or binders to apply
maximum tension. Use extreme care when
attaching and removing the securing devices as the
extreme tension involved when released has the
potential to inflict serious injury.
While hauling the tractor and implement, make
occasional stops to check that the tractor and
implement have not moved or shifted and that the
securing chains have maintained tension. If during
transport a hard braking, sharp turning, or swerving
action was performed, stop at the next safe location
to inspect the security of the load. OPS-U- 0026