Transport Safely - Hitachi ZW 550-6 Operator's Manual

Transport Safely

 Be careful because the machine may turn over when
loading or unloading the machine on or off of a truck or
trailer.
 Observe the related regulations and rules for safe
transportation.
 Select an appropriate truck or trailer for the machine to
be transported.
 Be sure to use a signal person.
 Always follow the following precautions for loading or
unloading:
1. Select solid and level ground.
2. Always use a ramp or deck strong enough to support the
machine weight.
3. Use a low speed gear.
4. Never steer the machine while being on the ramp. If the
traveling direction must be changed while being on the
ramp, unload the machine from the ramp, reposition the
machine on the ground, then try loading again.
5. After loading, install the lock bar (articulation stopper) to
securely hold the articulation mechanism.
6. Chock the front and rear of tires. Securely hold the
machine to the truck or trailer deck with heavy chains of
wire cables.
Be sure to further follow the details described in the
TRANSPORTING chapter.
SAFETY
S-22
Less than 15 °
SA-454