Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever - Hitachi ZAXIS 17U-5N Owner's Manual

Pilot Control Shut-Off Lever

Pilot control shut-off lever (1) functions to prevent
misoperation of the machine from occurring if the control
levers are accidentally moved when leaving the operator's seat
or when entering the cab.
Pilot control shut-off lever (1) is linked to console (2) latch
mechanism so that console (2) is raised in the LOCK position
to aid in entering and exiting the operator's station and for
maintenance.
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WARNING:
 To deactivate control lever (3) and pedal functions,
be sure to pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) and
raise console (2) to the fully locked position. To
reactivate control lever (3) function, always hold
and push pilot control shut-off lever (1) down. Never
attempt to lower raised console (2) or control lever
(3) to reactivate all control lever function without
holding pilot control shut-off lever (1).
 Be sure not to touch control lever (3) when operating
pilot control shut-off lever (1). Failure to do so may
allow the machine to unexpectedly move when a
body part unintentionally comes in contact with the
control lever, possibly resulting in serious personal
injury or death.
 When leaving the machine, always stop the engine.
Then, pull the pilot control shut-off lever (1) up to
the LOCK position.
 Always check to be sure that the pilot control shut-
off lever (1) is pulled up to the LOCK position before
transporting the machine or leaving the machine at
the end of the shift.
Before Leaving the Machine
1. Park the machine on a firm and level surface. Lower the
bucket and the blade to the ground. Return all control
levers to neutral. Properly shut down the engine.
2. Pull pilot control shut-off lever (1) and raise console (2) to
the full LOCK position.
OPERATING THE MACHINE
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1 2
Lock Position
3
1 2
Unlock Position
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