Transport; Lifting - Fort MECH 35 Bedienungs- Und Wartungsanleitung

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3.1 TRANSPORT

In case it is necessary to transport the machine on a long
route, this may be loaded onto trucks or other suitable
means of transport.
In order to load the machine onto the means of transport,
it is necessary to have two special loading ramps. These
ramps shall have a capacity of at least Kg. 250 each, a
width of at least cm 30, the edges about cm 5 high and
such a length so that the inclination does not exceed
the 15°/20° with respect to the horizon line; they must
be also equipped with a hooking system to the means
of transport.
WARNING
The loading operations may be very dangerous if they
are not performed with the utmost care.
Before loading, therefore, send away the unauthor-
ized personnel; clear and limit the transfer area and
check the integrity and the suitability of the means
of transport.
Besides, check the correct positioning of the ramps (ex-
ternal width mm 750x800).
You must make sure that this area is clear and that there
is a sufficient "escape area", that is a free and safe area
where it is possible to move quickly in case the load falls.
Before loading, make sure that the body of the means of
transport is large enough to transport the machine
WARNING
The area where you intend to load the machine shall
be a firm level surface to avoid load shift, if any.
- The means of transport shall have the engine shut
off, the gear and the parking brake on.
- The loading and the unloading shall be always
performed with an empty machine (with no load).
- Load the machine by walking at a low travel speed (1
speed and reverse), by being careful to correctly
enter the ramps and to walk on the ramps safely.
Once the machine is loaded onto the means of trans-
port, make sure it is well locked in its position.
Tighten securely the machine onto the platform with ropes
or well-tightened chains to prevent it from moving,
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Transport
After transporting it and before untying the machine,
check that the shape and the position of the machine are
not a hazard.
Then remove all ropes and chains and unload it with the
same means and procedures used for loading.

3.2 LIFTING

In case it is necessary to lift the machine with cranes or
similar devices, use suitable ropes or chains and harness
the machine as shown in fig. 4. We suggest removing the
implement before lifting the machine, in order to avoid
crushing the side plates.
When lifting the machine, the engine shall be shut
off.
During the lifting/setting down operations, make
sure that the area near the machine, which may be
dangerous in case of an unexpected fall, is clear.
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WARNING