Driving In Water Or On Soft Ground - Hitachi ZX27U-2 Operator's Manual

DRIVING IN WATER OR ON SOFT GROUND

1. If the footing is even and the water slow running, the
machine can drive in water up to the upper track shoe
surface (A) at the top of the front idler. In case the
footing is uneven and the water is flowing fast, be
careful not to submerge the swing bearing, swing
pinion gears, and/or center joint in water or mud.
2. The machine may enter deeper areas gradually.
Check the machine's position often. Reposition the
machine if necessary.
IMPORTANT: If the swing bearing, swing gears and
center joint are submerged in water or
mud by mistake, premature wearing on
parts such as the swing bearing may
result. Grease must be changed or
overhauling will be required immediately.
Stop operating the machine as soon as
possible, and contact your authorized
dealer.
DRIVING THE MACHINE
4-6
Machine Model Operable Water Depth (A)
ZX27U
-2
ZX30U , ZX35U
-2 -2
ZX40U , ZX50U
-2 -2
A
M1M7-04-004
480 mm (19 in)
485 mm (19 in)
545 mm (21 in)