Loading and Unloading Machine on a Trailer

2. Use a ramp or loading dock. Ramps must be strong enough, have a low angle, and correct height. Load and unload machine on a level surface.

3. Fasten seat belt before starting engine. Allow engine to run for several minutes.

4. Install the extendible dipperstick locking pin, if equipped, and engage the backhoe swing lock. (See Operating the Machine chapter for lock operation instructions.)

5. Drive the machine up ramps slowly with centerline of machine over centerline of trailer. (See Driving the Machine chapter for driving instructions.)

6. Lower loader bucket onto blocks or trailer bed.

7. Lower backhoe boom until bucket rests on trailer bed.

8. Move FNR/range lever to NEUTRAL.

CAUTION: Prevent possible injury from unexpected machine movement. NEVER rely on FNR/range lever to keep machine from moving. Machine can unexpectedly roll or move under power, resulting in death or serious injury. Always engage park brake to hold machine.

9. Engage the park brake.

IMPORTANT: Turbocharger may be damaged if engine is not properly shut down.

10. Run engine at 1/2 speed without load for two minutes.

11. Move engine speed control lever to SLOW IDLE.

12. Turn key switch to OFF and remove key from switch.

A-Wheel Chock (6 used)

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IMPORTANT: Prevent possible hydraulic system damage. Fasten chains or cables to machine at proper locations.

14. Fasten chains or cables from trailer to frame tie-downs (A). DO NOT route chains or cables over or against hydraulic lines or hoses.

15. Fasten backhoe bucket to trailer with chains or cables to prevent movement during transport.

16. Cover engine exhaust pipe opening with tape to keep dust and rain out of pipe.

2. Put wheel chocks against all trailer wheels.

3. Clean the trailer bed. Remove chains from the trailer bed. Uncover engine exhaust pipe.

4. Use long ramps to unload the machine.

5. Lock the brake pedals together with the pedal lock device.

6. Fasten seat belt and face the front of the machine.

7. Start the machine and run the engine at SLOW IDLE for several minutes.

8. Raise the front bucket approximately 30 cm (1 ft). Engage the backhoe boom lock and fully curl the backhoe bucket.

9. Disengage the park brake.

10. Shift transmission to 1st and drive slowly off the trailer.

A-Frame Tie-Down (3 used)

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