Transporting; Preparing For Transport - Allmand MAXI-POWER MP15XR Manuel D'utilisation

j. Engine
• Check for leaks or other signs of wear or
damage. Repair as needed.
• Check the air cleaner to be sure it is firmly
attached, and that the air cleaner seals and
hose clamps are properly secured. Check the air
cleaner element. Replace if necessary.
4. Check and adjust fluid levels.
a. Engine Oil
• Refer to the engine operator's manual for oil
recommendations, capacity, and procedures.
NOTICE
Operating engine without oil will cause engine damage.
b. Engine Coolant
• Refer to the engine operator's manual for coolant
recommendations, capacity, and procedures.
NOTICE
Operating engine without coolant will cause engine
damage.
c. Fuel
• See Operation - Fueling The Unit for fuel tank
location, capacity, and fueling procedures.

Transporting

WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
• Operating the equipment without proper training could
result in death or serious injury. Never allow anyone to
operate the equipment without proper training.
Before transporting, read Safety.
Preparing For Work Site Delivery
Prepare the unit for delivery to the work site, especially if it
has been stored or idle for a period of time.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
• Operating or transporting a machine with worn,
damaged or missing parts can result in death or serious
injury. Always replace worn, damaged or missing parts
promptly. Do not operate or transport this machine
until all worn, damaged or missing parts have been
replaced, and proper operation of the machine has
been verified.
1. Perform all pre-operation checks. See Pre-Operation
Checklist.
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2. Run the engine through a startup and shutdown cycle
to verify operation. See Operation - Operating The
Engine. Also refer to the engine operator's manual.

Preparing For Transport

1. Shut down the engine. See Operation - Operating The
Engine. Also refer to the engine operator's manual
2. Close and lock all access doors.
Towing
Maximum highway speed is 65 mph (105 km/h). Maximum
off-highway speed is 20 mph (32 km/h). Do not exceed these
speed limits.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
• Towing the trailer at highway speeds in excess of 65
mph (105 km/h) could result in death or serious injury.
Do not tow the trailer at highway speeds in excess of 65
mph (105 km/h).
Tow vehicle / hitch requirements
1. Check the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the
trailer. See Specifications.
2. Check the rated towing capacity of the tow vehicle and
hitch. Both must meet or exceed the GVWR of the trailer.
Note: Check the vehicle owner's manual and hitch owner's
manual for rated towing capacities.
WARNING
Towing Hazard
• Using a tow vehicle or hitch with a rated towing capacity
less than the GVWR of the trailer could result in death
or serious injury. Use only a tow vehicle and hitch with a
rated towing capacity that meets or exceeds the GVWR
of the trailer.
Check the tow vehicle hitch type
The trailer is designed for the following types of available tow
vehicle hitches:
• 2" ball hitch
• Pintle hitch
• 2-5/16" ball hitch
• 2" Bulldog hitch
Be sure the tow vehicle is equipped with either of these hitch
types. Install if needed.
WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
• Failure to use a tow vehicle hitch that mates with the
trailer hitch assembly could result in death or serious
injury. Use only a tow vehicle hitch that mates with the
trailer hitch assembly.