Front Control Lever Lock - Hitachi ZW180 Operator's Manual

FRONT CONTROL LEVER LOCK

WARNING: When locking the front control lever, se-
curely push front control lever lock (1) to the LOCK
position (3). Unless front control lever lock (1) is fully
moved to the LOCK position, the front control lever is
not locked, possibly creating a hazardous situation.
Before leaving the operator's seat, be sure to stop the
engine. Then, move front control lever lock (1) to the
LOCK position (3).
After completing operation of the machine or trans-
porting the machine, be sure to move front control
lever lock (1) to the LOCK position (3).
Front control lever lock (1) is provided to prevent the machine
is unexpectedly operated even if the operator mistakenly
comes in contact with the bucket and/or lift arm control lever
when getting on or off the machine. When the lever lock is
placed to position (2), the front control lever becomes oper-
able.
Front Control Lever Lock Operation
• When leaving the operator's seat:
1. Park the machine on solid level ground. Lower the bucket
to the ground. Return all levers to neutral. Stop the en-
gine.
2. Pull lock side (3) of front control lever lock (1) downward
to move the front control lever lock to the LOCK position.
• When starting operation:
• Before starting operation:
Before starting operation, check that front control lever
lock (1) is in the UNLOCK position (2).
OPERATING THE MACIHINE
5-4
2
UNLOCK
1
3
LOCK
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