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SECTION 1
FOREWORD, SAFETY, PLATES AND DECALS
FOREWORD
The wheeled excavators WX145 - WX165 - WX185
are operation hydraulic machines.
They essentially consist in a wheeled undercarriage
on which a slewing bearing is mounted, which is
coupled to the upper frame.
The upper frame supports the front attachment, the
engine, the hydraulic components, the cab, the fuel
tank and the counterweight.
When the operator activates the controls (hydraulic
control levers and pedals), the hydraulic pumps
rotated by the engine suck oil from the tank and con-
vey it to the control valve; the control valve, in turn,
sends it to the relevant users.
A cooling system keeps the hydraulic fluid at a nor-
mal operating temperature.
DESIGNATED USE
The machine has been built in accordance with
state-of-the-art standards and the recognized safety
rules.
The machine must be used in accordance with its
designated use, by observing the safety and pre-
cautionary rules and by strictly following the operat-
ing instructions. Any functional disorders, especially
those affecting the safety of the machine, should
therefore be rectified immediately.
The Excavator is intended to be used in digging and
loading operation (with bucket or grab or clamshell
bucket), ground levelling (with blade when installed)
and use of hydraulic hammer to break concrete or
other solid material.
The manufacturer/supplier cannot be held responsi-
ble for any damage resulting from other than the
designated use. The risk involved in such misuse
lies entirely with the user.
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A different use of the excavator or of its working
equipment:
- for lifting or transporting persons;
- as a working platform;
- for lifting loads without the attachment being
approved for this purpose;
- for pulling slung loads;
- for driving in posts, supports, sheet-piles, without
the attachment being approved for this purpose;
is considered contrary to the designated use.
Improper use may cause injury or life-threatening
risks for the operator and for other persons.
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For clarity purposes, some figures in this Manual
show the machine with protection panels or covers
removed. Never operate the machine with any pro-
tection panels or covers removed.
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It is absolutely forbidden to tamper and/or change
the setting of any of the hydraulic system valves to
avoid damaging machine components with conse-
quent risks to personal safety.
