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Pre-Start Inspection and Operation
3. When the machine is positioned on the trailer properly, lower the boom to the trailer deck.
4. Shut the engine off and remove the key.
5. Secure the unit to the transport vehicle with DOT (Department of Transportation) approved
chains, binders (Items 1 and 2, Figure 3–6), and DOT guidelines. Make sure to use the
appropriate tie-down locations on the machine and trailer.
• Never tow or pull the machine. Damage to the hydraulic motors could result.
• If the machine is totally in-operable, using lifting straps or cables and a machine that can
safely lift 3,000 lbs. (1,361 kg), lift the machine and place on a trailer.
When transporting the machine, make sure to use DOT approved chains and binders
(Items 1 and 2, Figure 3–6) to secure the machine to the “D” rings on the trailer.
It is recommended to secure the machine through the tie downs (Item 3, Figure 3–7)
located on each side of the machine framework.
Lifting Procedures
When it becomes necessary to lift the machine:
1. Start the engine and fully raise the trencher boom, then shut off the engine.
2. Use a lifting device that can safely lift 3,000 lbs (1,361 Kg).
3. Use appropriate lifting chains (Item 1, Figure 3–7) that can safely lift 3,000 lbs (1,361 Kg).
4. Route the chains through the lifting eyes (Item 2, Figure 3–7) located on the sides of the
machine.
5. Route another lifting chain (Item 3, Figure 3–7) through the center hole in the boom
assembly (Item 4, Figure 3–7).
6. Connect all three lifting chains with the central lifting chain (Item 1, Figure 3–7).
• Lift the machine approximately 12" to make sure that the machine is balanced
before completing the lift.
7. Do a short test lift to make sure that the machine is lifted evenly. Adjust the lifting chains
(Items 2 and 3, Figure 3–7) as needed to lift the machine evenly.
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