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Towing the Machine
Before towing the machine, read all the information
and perform all the applicable procedures to in this
section to ensure safe and proper towing.
WARNING
Towing the machine at high speed increases
the risk of a hitch malfunction and tire failure.
Higher speeds also increase the momentum
of the machine and braking distance. If the
machine detaches from the tow vehicle at high
speed, it could cause damage to property, or
injury or death to bystanders.
Do not exceed 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing
the machine. For poor road conditions or
inclement weather, reduce speed accordingly.
WARNING
Towing the machine with material in the drum
increases the risk of a hitch malfunction and
tire failure. In addition, material could bounce
out of the drum and hit other vehicles and/or
people. Material in the drum increases the
weight, which affects momentum and braking
distance.
Do not tow the machine with material in the
drum.
•
Review and understand the
Practices (page
4).
•
Test the brakes of the tow vehicle before towing.
•
Avoid sudden starts and stops while towing the
machine.
Tow Vehicle Requirements
Before connecting the machine to your tow vehicle,
ensure that your vehicle is prepared as follows:
•
Ensure that your tow vehicle has towing
capacity for the weight of the machine; refer to
Specifications (page
•
Use a Class 2 or larger receiver.
•
Ensure that your tow vehicle has the appropriate
hitch to tow the machine; options include a 50 mm
(2 inch) ball hitch or a pintle hitch.
•
If the machine is equipped with a trailer-light kit,
ensure that the electrical connector of the tow
vehicle is compatible with the electrical connector
of the machine. The machine uses a standard
4-pin, flat plug. If your tow vehicle has a different
type of plug, obtain an adapter from an automotive
parts store before towing.
Safe Operating
15).
Preparing the Machine for Towing
1.
Shut-off the engine and fuel valve.
2.
Empty the drum.
3.
Using the handwheel, position the drum so that it
is pointing down toward the ground
1. Drum pointing down
2. Drum-tilt brake engaged
4.
Lock the drum into position by pushing down the
drum-tilt-brake handle
1. Unlocked position
5.
Close the engine cowl and secure the cowl
latches
(Figure
16
(Figure
Figure 16
3. Tow pole bolted in place
(Figure
17).
Figure 17
Drum-Tilt Brake
2. Locked position
18).
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