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Document 57.0008.7200 - 05/2007
Handler with telescopic boom
GTH-3512
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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C-4.6
STOPPING AND PARKING THE
MACHINE
When possible, stop the machine on a dry, level and
solid ground. Then:
•
Bring the machine to a smooth stop by easing up
the gas pedal and stepping down on the brake
pedal.
•
Set the forward/reverse selector to neutral position.
•
Engage the parking brake and ensure its indicator
light switches on.
•
Release the service brake pedal.
•
Rest the attachment coupled to the boom flat on
the ground.
•
Rotate the ignition key to “
0
” and remove the key.
•
Leave the driving cab and lock the cab door.
•
Set the battery cut-out switch to
OFF
position.
DANGER
Always face the machine when getting off the
driving cab; make sure that your hands and shoe
soles are clean and dry, and hold to the handholds
to prevent falls or slips.
DANGER
Always engage the parking brake after stopping
the machine to prevent possible accidental motions
of the vehicle.
ATTENTION
Leaving the battery connected can cause a short-
circuit posing a fire hazard.
C-5 USING THE HANDLER
This chapter describes some techniques and provides
instructions for a safe use of the machine fitted with
standard forks. Before using different attachments,
thoroughly read the chapter “Optional attachments".
CAUTION
Before using the machine, inspect the job site and
check for possible hazardous conditions. Make sure
that there are no holes, soft banks or debris that
may cause you to lose the control of the machine.
ELECTRICAL
DANGER
Pay the greatest attention when working close to
electric lines. Check their position and ensure that
no part of the machine operates at less than 6.4
meters from distribution power lines.
CAUTION
Always check the weight of the loads going to be
handled.
Always refer to the load charts applied on the cab
windscreen.
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