Clutch Cut Position Switch - Hitachi ZW180 Operator's Manual

CLUTCH CUT POSITION SWITCH

When performing excavation and scooping work or loading
work, operate clutch cut-off switch (1) to the desired position (S,
N, or D). Use this switch to concentrate the engine power for
excavation or to increase lift arm-raising speed.
• S, N, or D Position (with clutch disengaged)
When either the right (3) or left brake pedal (2) is pressed,
the transmission is moved to neutral so that the braking
force is applied without transmitting driving force to the
wheels.
S: The clutch is cut-off at a small stroke of the brake
pedal. (Suitable to loading operation on flat ground)
N: The clutch is cut-off at a medium stroke of the brake
pedal. (Suitable to operation on gentle slopes)
D: The clutch is cut-off at a large stroke of the brake
pedal. (Suitable to operation on steep slopes)
• OFF position (with clutch engaged)
When either right (3) or left brake pedal (2) is pressed, the
braking force is transmitted to the wheels without discon-
necting the driving force.
NOTE: When starting to drive the machine on a slope, set the
clutch cut position switch (1) to the OFF position (with
clutch engaged). While pressing either right (3) or left
brake pedal (2), depress the accelerator pedal (4). Then,
slowly release either right (3) or left brake pedal (2),
so that the machine can smoothly begin moving on a
slope.
OPERATING THE MACIHINE
5-5
1
3
2
M4GB-01-046
M4GB-01-004
4
1
M4GB-01-051