NOTE
Before towing, check with local and state laws for proper compliance.
The tow bar and chain must be properly attached to the mixer and towing vehicle prior to towing. Refer to the following installation instruction:
Step 1.
Insert the Draw Bar into the main frame. Secure, utilizing the 3/4" bolt (grade 5) and nylock nut. Tighten to 100 foot pounds.
STEP 1
DRAW BAR
BOLT & NUT
Step 2.
Install the chain through the hole located between the frame gusset and frame angle. Loop the chain together and place under the Draw Bar. Secure with connector link.
INSERT CHAIN THROUGH | STEP 2 |
THE HOLE |
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| DRAW BAR |
FRAME ANGLE |
|
FRAME GUSSET
CONNECTOR LINK
Step 3.
Extend the chain along the length of the Draw Bar, remove excess chain (slack) and secure to bottom connector link. Secure the chain to the towing vehicle, using the connector link.
MS-40M — TOWING
STEP 3
VEHICLE
CONNECTOR LINK
DRAW BAR
REMOVE EXCESS
CHAIN (SLACK)
BOTTOM CONNECTOR LINK
NOTE
It is critical that the length of the chain be properly adjusted, to prevent the Draw Bar and the front mixer stand from dropping to the ground (contact) in the event the Draw Bar becomes disconnected from the towing vehicle.
If a new safety chain is required use P/N 13363. For a new connector link use P/N 01004.
CAUTION:
■Check the following before towing:
BALL HITCH COUPLER
1.Check vehicle hitch, ball, and coupler for signs of wear or damage. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged before towing.
2.Use only the 2" ball diameter as indicated on your coupler. Use of any other ball diameter will create an extremely dangerous condition which can result in separation of the coupler and ball or ball failure.
3.Be sure the coupler is secured to the hitch ball and the lock lever is down tight and locked.
Recheck tightness again after towing about 50 miles.
4.Check that trailer safety chains are properly connected.
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