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11-2. Precautions as to operation on a steep slope
Be sure to observe the following matters when using the machine on a steep slope
of 20 degrees and above.
Do not operate the machine when there is a risk of falling or slipping.
Before starting operation on a steep slope, check for holes, rocks, tree roots,
illegal throwaways, etc. Remove them, if any, and then carefully operate the
machine.
On a steep slope, operate the machine along the contour line, and turn the
machine in a place with a small angle of inclination as much as possible.
Do not operate the machine on a slope of 35 degrees and above, because the
machine is very likely to fall down sideways.
Exercise care sufficiently also when working on a slope of less than 35 degrees,
because the machine may slip down depending on the condition of the work site.
When ropes are used on a steep slope while working together with an assistant
worker, the machine may move to a very steep slope with an angle of inclination
that exceeds the allowable angle and the risk of falling down sideways will
increase, preventing safe operation. As a maker of the machine, we will prohibit
such operation.
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11-1. Operation on slope
When operating the machine on a slope, move the machine upward gradually from the
bottom of the slope along the contour line.
Release the traveling lever, and the lever will be set in the neutral position, stopping the
machine. For safety, stop the machine so that it will be positioned along the contour line.
When stopping the machine vertically on a slope, the machine may not be able to stop
immediately because of the inertia of the traveling machine. The machine is provided with a
hydraulic traveling system, and the step is provided with an automatic level control sensor.
When the machine is therefore turned toward the bottom of the slope, the machine will turn
smoothly because the center of gravity of the machine changes favorably, also ensuring the
operator since this way can avoid his position just below the machine during turn.
11. Operation on slope
Adjust the height of protection cover with the attached rings and shackles. If you
operate the machine without adjusting the height of cover, the chains are dragged
with the lowered cover and it may cause the damage of chains and cover.
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Knife guard is omitted in the drawing.
In regard to the anti-scattering chains
Protection cover
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Hook
Chain
Shackle
The angle meter on the operation panel shows rough indication. If you feel it is
dangerous, stop the operation immediately.
On the border between slope and flat field, machine is rolling roughly. And so grip
the handle tightly and maintain your position.
CAUTION
CAUTION
