Tying down the machine
Fig. 105: Tying down the excavator
A
B
Fig. 106: Tying down the excavator
OM 803 us – Edition 3.7 * 803b330.fm
WARNING
Warning!
Accident hazard due to incorrect loading or transportation!
Can cause serious injury or death.
• It is essential that you read the safety instructions at the beginning of this
chapter and follow any other safety instructions relevant in your country!
• Ensure that the authorized maximum height is not exceeded
• Lock the upper carriage
– see chapter
• Lower the stabilizer blade and the boom
• Firmly tie down the excavator at the swiveling console onto the platform, with belts or
chains A of adequate size
• Firmly tie down the excavator at the eye hooks B onto the platform, with belts or
chains of adequate size
• Ensure that the operator of the transport vehicle knows the overall height, width and
weight of his vehicle (incl. excavator) before departure, as well as the legal transport
regulations of the country or countries where transport is to take place!
Information!
Only use OSHA-approved lifting devices.
Use edge protectors to avoid damage both to the machine and to the belts,
ropes or chains.
Upper carriage lock on page 3-25
Operation
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