Takeuchi TCR50, Operator'S Manual

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SAFETY
Operating Precautions
Cautions on traveling on slopes
When traveling on slopes or grades, be
careful that the machine does not tip (roll)
over or slide.
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Never exceed the machine’s stability
(maximum gradeability – 30°, lateral
tipping angle – 10°). Also note that when
actual working area conditions are poor
the machine’s stability may be lower.
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When going up or down slopes having a
gradient of 15 degrees or more, travel up
and down the slope with the heavy end of
the dump carrier pointed uphill.
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Travel at slow speed on slopes. Especially
when going down slopes, reduce the
engine (r.p.m.) speed and set the stroke of
the travel lever to half or less before going
down. Going down a slope too fast will
lead to loss of control.
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Sudden stopping on slopes may lead to
loss of balance of the vehicle and it could
tip over.
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Traveling across an inclined surface at
an angle or traveling straight across an
inclined surface could result in slipping
sideways or tipping over. Travel straight
up and down the slope.
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Do not change directions or cross slopes
sideways. First return to a flat surface then
redirect the machine.
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On grass, dead leaves, wet metal or frozen
surfaces, the machine may slide sideways
even on very gentle slopes. Make sure
the machine never faces sideways with
respect to the slope.
Travel in narrow or congested
places
To avoid contact accidents, pay attention to
the surroundings at narrow sites, indoors,
and congested places and operate at a
speed at which the machine can be safely
operated.
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