Komatsu WA100M-7, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Operation 3.3 Operation
WA80M-7, WA100M-7 – VENAM03001
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3.3.5 Turning and steering
WARNING
 Carelessly changing direction may cause severe accidents!
 Suddenly turning at high speeds may cause the machine to
tip over.
 If the engine stops while driving, the power steering becomes
inactive. Steering the machine requires a significantly higher
effort in this case.
Turning on slopes, ridges, or embankments
Keep sufficient distance to ridges or steep slopes. The machine
may fall over or slip when operated too close to steep slopes,
ridges or embankments. The limit values are listed in chapter
“Limit values for slopes (6-6)”.
Do not turn or traverse on slopes. Only execute these manoeu-
vres on level ground. If it is necessary to drive on slopes, avoid
driving on grass, fallen leaves, or steel plates. The machine may
slip on these surfaces when traversing across the slope. Drive
very slowly and carefully.
To keep the centre of gravity low, keep the bucket close to the
ground (approx. 20 – 30 cm) when driving on slopes, ridges or
embankments. In case of an emergency, quickly lower the bucket
on the floor to stabilise the machine.