Driving The Excavator - Kubota K008-3 Operating Instructions Manual

Driving the excavator

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Adhere to the general safety rules (page 12) and the safety rules for operation (page 45).
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Carry out pre-operational services (page 47).
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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 blade 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 22).
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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Approach overhangs and edges of ditches carefully as they
could cave in.
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Drive slowly downhill, do not allow the vehicle speed to
increase uncontrollably.
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When driving, the bucket should be approx. 200 to 400 mm
(A) above the ground (see figure).
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→ 18 % resp. 10°
Operation