Komatsu A63001, Shop Manual

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GENERAL LIFTING THE MACHINE
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WB156-5
LIFTING PROCEDURE
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Machine must be on firm, level ground.
1. Start the engine. Make sure the machine is horizontal; then set the
work equipment to the travel posture (A).
(A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in)
2. The telescopic arm is equipped with a safety element (6) that locks
the sliding arm (2) when it is completely retracted and prevents
any accidental extension. The safety element (6), held in its seat by
the retainer (7), must be inserted to prevent the extension of the
arm as shown in Figure A. For more details, see "Safety Devices"
in the "OPTIONS, ATTACHMENTS" section.
3. Raise and center the backhoe boom and engage the safety cou-
pling.
4. Press the work equipment control switch until the light on the
switch is illuminated indicating the front and rear work equipment
controls are locked.