MMD Equipment 400S-6B1 - Manual (Page 17)

3. Installation
3-1
3.1 Transportation
Transportation
When loading and unloading unit, be sure to use the lifting bail provided on the center of the unit top.
Never get under the unit which is lifted up, because it is very dangerous.
When unit is transferred or moved from working site, be sure to place it on truck bed, and fasten it by
ropes at the front eye and rear stand. Also be sure to put a set of chocks to fix its wheels firmly on the
truck bed.
Never lift unit which is still in operation, or it could cause critical damage to each component or lead to
serious accident.
When lifting unit up, make sure that all the fixing bolts on the bonnet are surely tightened because it is
feared that the unit may fall.
If towing unit : Make sure machine is towed level.
Check tire pressure and tire condition before towing.
Attach safety chains and use correct tow hitch.
Check operation of lights and brakes before towing.
Check wheel lug nuts for proper torque.
Lifting up
① Before lifting the unit up, make sure to check the lifting
bail “２”for any crack and loosened bolts.
② Connect the hook“1”of the crane or shackle with lifting bail
“ 2”eye fitted at the top center of the unit, and make sure
that there is no person standing around the unit. Then
perform hoisting operation.
③ Use an auxiliary rope“3”and communicate with the other
personnel using signs and signals while lifting operation,
so that no swinging motion or twisting happens to the
lifted unit.
④ Select a truck or a crane with capacity sufficient for weight
and size of the unit by referring to the values shown in
Chapter 8 “Specifications“ of the manual.
Lowering the unit from the truck bed pulling down
Lower the unit down onto a level place which can sustain the weight of the unit.
After placing the unit down, put chocks to lock the wheels before unfastening the crane’s shackles.
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