Parking - Volvo A35E Operator's Manual

Operating instructions
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Parking

A Battery disconnect switch
Parking
1 If possible, place the machine on level ground. If this is not
possible, block the wheels so that the machine cannot start
rolling.
2 Make sure that the dump body is lowered or made safe. Avoid
parking a loaded machine.
3 Check that switches and controls are in the "off" position or in
neutral.
4 Apply the parking brake.
5 Close windows, remove the ignition key and lock the door to the
cab.
6 Turn off the battery disconnect switch (A), which is
positioned on the left side of the cab under the entry step.
Long-term parking
1 Carry out the measures as described above. Remember that
the ground on which the machine is to stand may shift
depending on the weather. Therefore take suitable action.
2 Lower the FS-system right down, if the machine is equipped
with an FS-system.
3 Wash the machine and touch up the paint finish to avoid
rusting.
4 Rustproof exposed components, lubricate the machine
thoroughly, grease all unpainted surfaces (tipping cylinders,
steering cylinders).
5 Check the tyre pressure.
6 Fill the fuel and hydraulic oil tanks to the max. marks.
7 Cover the exhaust pipe (applies when parking out-of-doors)
8 Drain water from the compressed-air reservoirs
9 Remove the fuse for the voltage converter (fuse 41).
Otherwise there is a risk that the batteries will be discharged.
Remember that the risk of theft and break-in can be minimised if one:
– removes the ignition key when the machine is left unattended
– locks doors and covers after the end of the working shift
– turns off the current with the battery disconnect switch and
removes the handle for the switch
– avoids parking the machine in places with high risk of theft,
break-ins and malicious damage
– chains the machine to an immobile object.
It is easier to identify stolen machines if PIN number or registration
number is etched onto the windows.
After the long-term parking check
– all oil and fluid levels
– all belt tensions
– tyre pressure
– air cleaner.
– battery status.