Emergency Stop And Restart Of Operation - Hitachi ZW 550-6 Operator's Manual

Emergency Stop and Restart of Operation

Follow the tips described below when required to stop or
restart operation when an emergency has occurred.
1. Slowly release the accelerator pedal. Depress the
service brake pedal to stop the machine.
2. Slowly depress the accelerator pedal while releasing
service brake pedal to move the machine again.
3. In case the machine is required to park the machine
for a long period of time, return the forward/reverse
switch to neutral (N), turn the parking brake switch
ON, and apply the parking brake to ensure safety.
4. During long load and carry applications, the lift
arm position may lower due to inner hydraulic oil
leaks. When required to adjust the lift arm position,
temporarily stop machine, return the forward/
reverse switch to neutral, apply the parking brake
by turning the parking brake switch ON. Then, after
repositioning the position of lift arm and bucket,
begin moving the machine again. Always allow the
machine to maintain correct drive position.
MOVING THE MACHINE
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