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ables are the steepness of the slopes, size of the obstacle
causing the drop, the shape of the last point of support,
the load on the Tracked Vehicle, initial speed, tightness of
the track, traction, symmetry of the obstacle to the
Tracked Vehicle and operator skill and judgment.
SIDEHILL OPERATION
The illustrations show how driving over an obstacle
withe the uphill track or into a hole with the downhill track
will cause the vehicle to tip over sideways.
A slippery surface, like snow, ice, frozen sand, and
loose gravel can also be dangerous. It is possible to slide
into a tree or rock or to slide off the edge of a cliff.
SAFETY WARNING: REGARD ALL OPERA-
TIONS ON SLOPING TERRAIN AS HAZ-
ARDOUS.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
When a Tracked Vehicle is parked on a sufficient
slope, failure to engage the parking brake, or failure of the
parking brake to function properly-can result in the vehicle
rolling down the slope, out of control.
OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Keep hands and feet inside vehicle.
2. Never attempt to operate the vehicle from anywhere
other than the driver's seat.
3. Avoid unnecessary quick stops.
4. Avoid quick turns.
5. Shut off engine and engage parking brake when leav-
ing vehicle.
6. Park sideways on slopes.
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