Driving Machine; Driving The Machine - Hitachi ZW140-6 Operator's Manual

Driving the Machine

Correct operation will result in extending the service life of
each part and component as well as saving fuel and oil. Always
be sure to safely and efficiently operate the machine while
paying attention to the following points.
Precautions for starting to move
1. While checking the tires for abnormal air pressure
and any obvious damage, make sure that there are no
hazards and/or obstacles in and around the vicinity of
the machine.
2. After raising the lift arm, set the machine to the driving
position, fully tilt the bucket backward.
3. Before driving on public roads, set the machine to the
driving position as illustrated to the right. Be sure to
press LOCK ( ) side of control lever lock switch (1) so
that the linkage will not move even if the control levers
are accidentally moved.
4. After starting the engine, be sure to run the engine at
slow idle speed to warm up the machine before starting
to move. Do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine and idling operation.
Refer to pages 3-11 and 3-12 for the warm-up operation.

DRIVING MACHINE

4-1
A Driving Position (A)
ZW140-6: 350~400 mm (13.8~15.7 in)
ZW150-6/150PL-6: 420~470 mm (16.5~18.5 in)
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MPD8-04-002
MNDB-01-005