Operation
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When driving with the excavator, always observe
the following safety instructions.
When working on slopes, observe the tilt of the excavator (see
figure).
Max. lateral sway
→
27 % resp. 15°
Climbing performance
→
36 % resp. 20°
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Keep the bucket as low as possible when driving.
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Check the ground for stability, and verify if there are holes
or other potential obstacles.
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Approach overhangs and edges of ditches carefully as they
could cave in.
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Drive slowly downhill, do not allow the vehicle speed to
increase uncontrollably.
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Close the cab door.
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When driving, the bucket should be approx. 200 to 400 mm
(A) above the ground (see figure).
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Raise the dozer to the top position by pulling the dozer
control lever (1) back.
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Select an appropriate engine speed.
Driving
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Push both drive levers simultaneously forward to drive the excavator straight. Releasing the drive levers
stops the excavator immediately.
To reverse the excavator, pull both drive levers back simultaneously.
