Towing Machine - Hitachi Zaxis 17U-5A Operator's Manual

Towing Machine

In case it is difficult for the machine to evacuate from a
soft terrain by own propelling power, attach wire ropes
as illustrated to the right. Tow the machine using another
machine. Be sure to attach the wire ropes around the track
frames. To prevent the wire ropes from being damaged, place
pieces of soft protective material between the wire ropes and
the edge corners if the frame.
IMPORTANT: A bracket is provided on the track frame
to install a shackle for towing a lightweight object on
some machines. Never attempt to tow the machine
using this lightweight object-towing bracket.
Breaking the towing bracket may result. Refer to the
descriptions on Shackle Bracket Usage on page 5-15
in "Operating the Machine" section for usages of the
shackle bracket. In addition, do not tow the machine
with the complete machine lifting holes prepared on
the blade. The lifting holes may be damaged.
DRIVING THE MACHINE
4-10
Wire Ropes
M1MS-04-003
Wire Ropes
MZX5-04-006