CanyCom CM1802 Operator's Manual page 13

• Do not operate the machine near the edge of a cliff, an overhang or a slide area. Pay
special attention after heavy rain or earthquake.
• Do not make sudden maneuvers. A sudden start, stop, or turn can make the machine
lose control and could cause a tip over. Be especially cautious when traveling on soft or
wet ground.
• Drive at a safe speed, taking into account the surface gradient, surface conditions and
load.
Driving on a Slope
• Never use on a slope steeper than 15 degrees.
• Driving on a slope can be dangerous. It can result in a tip
over and cause serious injury or death. Take the following
precautions.
• Always follow proper procedures for driving on a slope as described in this manual.
• Driving on a slope in a wrong manner can cause a loss of control or a vehicle tip over.
Check the terrain carefully before attempting to drive on a slope.
• Never drive on a slope that you are not comfortable with. Avoid a slope that is so rough,
slippery, or loose that you feel like you could tip over.
• When driving up a slope, proceed at a steady rate of speed and throttle position.
• Never move the throttle lever, the drive lever, the drive pedal or the steering wheel sud-
denly.
• If the engine stalls or loses traction during a climb and cannot make it to the top of the
slope, do not try to turn the machine around. Carefully back down slowly, straight down
the slope.
• Drive straight up or down slopes. Avoid turning on a slope.
• When going over the top of a slope, go slow; an obstacle, a sharp drop, or another vehi-
cle or person could be on the other side of the crest.
• Avoid driving the machine across a slope.
• Before driving down a slope, stop and shift auxiliary transmission to [LOW] position.
Drive slowly. Use the engine speed to help keep the machine speed low.
Safety
WARNING
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