Wallenstein BX52S Operator's Manual

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Z9424231TRANSPORT SAFETY• Do not exceed a safe travel speed.• Always follow and obey applicable highwayrules and regulations.• Be sure all lights, markers and SMV signrequired by the traffic regulations are in place,clean and working.• Check 3 point hitch connections and ensurethey are safely pinned with retainers.• Never allow riders on the machine.• Do not drink and drive.• Avoid rough terrain. Slow down whenencountering rough conditions or cornering.• Stow and secure feed table before movingor transporting.5�1 PREPARE FOR TRANSPORT:When transporting the machine, review and followthese instructions:1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially smallchildren.2. Insure that the machine is securely attached tothe tractor with a mechanical retainer throughthe 3 point hitch mechanism.3. Check that the SMV sign is in place, and all thelights and reflectors required by the highwayauthorities are in place, clean and working.4. Check that the tractor is in safe working order.5. Plan your route, choose the most direct andsafest path.6. Turn the discharge hood and point toward thetractor to reduce the width of the machine.7. Secure chipper components including:• access covers, and shields: bolted• rotor housing: bolted• stow the feed table: secure lock pin5 TRANSPORTING5�2 STOW THE FEED TABLE:All models except the BX32 Series: The feed chutefolds up when not in use for transportation andstorage.1. Release the feed chute lock pin.2. Carefully grasp the front edge of the feed chuteand fold it up to its vertical position.3. Secure the feed table by engaging the latch pininto the pin tab.Note: When lowering thefeed hopper, be aware ofa pinch point between thehopper and the sub chute.Feed HopperStowedFeed Chute LockPin