NorAM 65E Turbo, Service Manual

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65E Turbo Motor Grader
Service Manual
Service 1.00_2006.03
Section 2
Operator’s Platform and Controls
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33. Remember that the vehicle, if abused or incorrectly used, can be dangerous and
become a hazard to the operator and bystanders.
34. Noise levels can exceed recommended levels when working between buildings or in
confined areas on canopy equipped machines or cab equipped machines with doors
and windows open. Use ear protection when warranted.
35. Always look in the direction of travel when moving machine. Be sure personnel in the
area are clear before moving machine or implements. If someone arrives in operating
area, stop machine immediately.
36. When transporting or travelling on roads, position moldboard within width of machine.
37. When driving on roads have consideration for other road users. Pull to the side of the
road so following traffic may pass. Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles. Yield
right of way to loaded machines.
38. Obey federal, state and local laws concerning slow-moving emblems, flashers, rotating
beacons and licensing requirements.
39. Obey flagmen, safety signals and signs.
40. Dim vehicle lights when meeting a vehicle at night. Make sure lights are adjusted to
prevent blinding oncoming drivers.
41. Reduce speed before turning or applying brakes.
42. Always check overhead clearance, especially when transporting. Be aware of low,
overhanging obstacles, such as trees and bridges.
43. Know the exact location of gas lines, utility lines, sewers, overhead and buried power
lines and other obstructions before operating in an area.
44. Use a signal person in congested areas or when people are around.
45. Use extreme caution when operating on slopes. Avoid traveling across slopes. Drive up
and down slopes whenever possible.
46. If slopes cannot be avoided, keep moldboard low and close to the machine. If machine
starts to slip, lower moldboard to the ground.
47. To avoid overturns, drive the vehicle with care and at speeds compatible with safety,
especially when operating over rough ground, when crossing ditches or slopes and
when turning.
48. Select the same gear when going downhill as you would going uphill. Select the gear
before starting down the slope.
49. Do not coast or freewheel machine down hills or slopes.