Steering The Machine Using Levers - Hitachi 120-3 class Operator's Manual

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STEERING THE MACHINE USING LEVERS

WARNING: In the standard travel position, the front
idlers are positioned at the front of the machine and
the travel motors at the rear. If the travel motors are
positioned at the front of the machine, the control
actions of the travel levers will be reversed. Be sure
to confirm the position of the travel motors before
traveling.
• FORWARD TRAVEL
Push both levers forward (A).
• REVERSE TRAVEL
Pull both levers rearward (B).
• NEUTRAL POSITION (C)
When the travel levers are placed in neutral, travel brakes
automatically will stop and/or hold the machine.
• RIGHT TURN
Push left lever forward.
• LEFT TURN
Push right lever forward.
• SHORT TURN (Spin turn)
Push one lever forward and pull the other rearward.
NOTE: For long-term traveling, push down on pedal tabs (D)
and rest feet on footrests.
DRIVING THE MACHINE
D
4-3
Cab
A
A
C
C
B
B
D
Forward and Reverse
Pivot Turn
Spin Turn
Front Idler
Travel Motor
M104-01-038
M104-04-009
M104-04-003
M104-04-010
M104-04-005
M104-04-011
M104-04-007

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