Wacker Neuson EZ17, Operator'S Manual

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OM EZ17 us 1.0 * ez17b500.fm
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Traveling on slopes
WARNING
Crushing hazard due to tipping over of machine!
A tipping machine can cause serious injuries or death.
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Set the machine to traveling position. In an emergency, lower the
boom immediately to increase stability.
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Travel on slopes only on firm and level ground.
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Adapt the travel speed to the prevailing conditions.
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Pay attention to persons and obstacles.
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Pay attention to the stability limits of the machine (maximum gradient
angle 15°, maximum lateral angle of inclination 10°).
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Do not actuate high speed when traveling uphill or downhill.
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Do not travel downhill in reverse travel speed.
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Ensure that no parts of the body protrude outside the machine.
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Do not exceed the admissible payloads.
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Do not turn or swivel the upper carriage and the boom when traveling
downhill or uphill with a full attachment.
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Traveling diagonally on slopes is prohibited.
Stones and the humidity in the upper layer of the ground can drastically
affect machine traction and stability.
The machine can slip sideways on gravel or loose, rocky soil. The stability
of the machine can be reduced on rough terrain.
Newly filled or muddy ground can give away under the weight of the
machine, or the tracks can dig into the ground and increase the angle of
the machine (maximum gradient angle and maximum lateral angle of
inclination).
If the engine dies as you travel uphill or downhill, immediately put the
control levers to neutral position and start the engine again.
Observe under all circumstances when traveling uphill or downhill:
• Keep the travel levers near the neutral position.
• Perform slow and smooth travel movements.
• Avoid sudden travel movements.
• Reduce the engine speed.
The machine can slip even on gentle slopes if it travels across grass,
leaves, humid metal surfaces, frozen ground or ice.