Operation Using Joystick Lever And Operation Using Steering Wheel - Komatsu ecot3 WA430-6 Operation & Maintenance Manual

HANDLING JOYSTICK STEERING SYSTEM

OPERATION USING JOYSTICK LEVER AND OPERATION USING STEERING WHEEL

Set the joystick lever to the Neutral position when starting the engine.
If the directional lever and joystick directional selector switch are not at the neutral position, the neutral interlock circuit makes
it impossible to switch the transmission directional control (when the joystick ON/OFF switch is ON, it is switched from the
directional lever to the joystick directional selector swicth; when the joystick ON/OFF switch is OFF, it is switched from the
joystick directional selector switch to the directional lever.)
Do not use the joystick when traveling on public roads.
When traveling on public roads, turn the joystick ON/OFF switch to the OFF position, then tilt the joystick console lever portion
to the rear.
When the engine is running, if the joystick lever is touched by accident, there is danger that it may cause the machine to
articulate unexpectedly. To avoid this, if the machine is not being operated, always move the joystick ON/OFF switch to the
OFF position and tilt the joystick console lever portion to the rear.
Select joystick operation or steering wheel operation according to the work.
Steering using joystick
This is suited for continuous loading operations on jobsites with ample space where the loading operation can be
carried out with a comparatively relaxed cycle time.
Because operations can be carried out with a small movements and light operating effort, this is also suitable for
reducing operator fatigue when operating continuously.
When the joystick is being actuated, the transmission will not enter 4th.
Steering using steering wheel
This provides excellent fine control and ability to travel straight, so it is suitable for travel between jobsites and for
load and carry operations. In addition, it is also suitable for short cycle loading operations because the upper part
of the operator's body is supported by the steering wheel when frequently switching between FORWARD and
REVERSE. Always use the steering wheel when driving the machine on public roads.
Use the joystick only when carrying out continuous loading operations. Never use the joystick when traveling on public roads
or when carrying out load and carry operations.
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