Identifying the Tie-Down
Points
Figure 37
1. Front tie-down point
Hauling the Machine
•
Use full-width ramps for loading the machine onto
a trailer or truck.
•
Tie the machine down securely.
Locating the Jacking Points
Note:
Use jack stands to support the machine when
required.
WARNING
Mechanical or hydraulic jacks may fail to
support the machine and cause serious injury.
Use jack stands when supporting the
machine.
•
Front—under the front arm mount
•
Rear—axle tube on the rear axle
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2. Rear tie-down point
1. Front left lifting point
2. Front right lifting point
Towing the Machine
Ensure that the towing vehicle specification is suited
to braking the combined vehicle weight and able to
remain in complete control at all times. Ensure that
the parking brake of the towing vehicle is engaged.
Chock the front wheels of the machine to prevent the
machine from rolling away.
Important:
Do not tow the machine faster than
3 to 5 km/h (2 to 3 mph), otherwise internal
transmission damage may occur.
Decommission the front wheel motor disc brakes
as follows:
1.
Connect a rigid tow bar between the towing eye
on the front of the mower and a suitable towing
vehicle.
2.
Identify the right front wheel motor disc brake
assembly and remove the hex plug
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Figure 38
3. Rear lifting point
(Figure
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