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SAFETY
q Travel on grass or fallen leaves with low speed. Even with slight slopes there is a hazard that the machine may
slip.
q If the engine stops when the machine is traveling on a slope, move the control levers immediately to the neu-
tral position and start the engine again.
OPERATING ON SLOPES
q When working on slopes, there is a hazard that the machine may lose its balance and turn over when the
swing or work equipment are operated. This may lead to serious injury or property damage, so always provide
a stable place when carrying out these operations, and operate carefully.
q Do not swing the work equipment from the uphill side to the
downhill side when the bucket is loaded. This operation is
dangerous, and may cause the machine to tip over.
q If the machine has to be used on a slope, pile the soil to
make a platform (A) that will keep the machine as horizon-
tal as possible.
q Do not work on a slope covered with the steel plates. Even
with slight slopes there is a hazard that the machine may
slip.
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS
If the machine rolls over or falls, or the ground at the working point collapses, or a structure being demolished col-
lapses, it may lead to serious personal injury or death. Always observe the following.
q Never dig the work face under an overhang. There is a
hazard that rocks may fall or that the overhang may col-
lapse and fall on top of the machine.
q Do not excavate too deeply under the front of the machine.
The ground under the machine may collapse and cause
the machine to fall.
PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION
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