Driving The Excavator - Kubota U17-3a Operating Instructions Manual

Also stop the engine immediately if
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the engine speed rises or drops suddenly,
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abnormal noises are heard,
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the excavating devices do not respond to the control lever as expected or
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the exhaust fumes are black or white. When the engine is still cold, white smoke for a short time is normal.

Driving the excavator

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Adhere to the general safety rules (page 12) and the safety rules for operation (page 43).
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Carry out pre-operational services (page 46).
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Start the engine (page 53).
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Check the displays and indicators (page 55).
Ensure that the boom and the dozer are in the
direction of travel as shown in the figure.
When driving with the excavator, always observe
the following safety instructions.
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Lock the swivel frame (page 23).
When working on slopes, observe the tilt of the excavator (see
figure).
Max. lateral sway
Climbing performance → 27 % resp. 15°
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Keep the bucket as low as possible when driving.
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Check the ground for stability, and verify if there are holes
or other potential obstacles.
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→ 18 % resp. 10°
Operation