Komatsu PC14R-3, Operation & Maintence Manual

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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING
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2.4.6 MOVING ON SLOPES
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Operations on slopes and on river or lake banks with damp
ground may cause the machine to tip over or slip.
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On hills, banks or slopes, keep the bucket very close to the
ground (20-30 cm from the ground), and in case of emergency
quickly lower it to the ground to help the machine stop.
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When travelling up a steep slope, extend the work equipment
forward to improve the balance of the machine, keep the work
equipment approximately 20-30 cm above the ground, and
travel at low speed.
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When travelling downhill, lower the engine speed, keep the
travel lever close to the neutral position, and travel at low
speed.
When travelling downhill, position the machine with the turret
rotated by 180°, so that the sprocket (1) and the boom are in
travelling direction, as shown in the figure, and proceed at low
speed.
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Do not change direction on slopes; side movements must be
carried out on level ground, or with inclination not exceeding
10°.
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Do not move on slopes whose inclination exceeds 15°, since
the machine may overturn.
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When the fuel level indicator reaches the red reserve area
during work on a slope, immediately provide for refuelling; due
to the inclination of the machine, the engine may suck in air and
stop suddenly, which represents a grave risk for the safety of
the operator and of the persons standing before the machine.
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If the engine stops suddenly, immediately lower the bucket to
the ground.
RKA17480
20-30 cm
15˚max.
20-30 cm
15˚ max.
RKA17490
RKA17470
20-30 cm
15˚max.
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