Drive Machine Safely (Work Site - Hitachi ZW 550-6 Operator's Manual

Drive Machine Safely (Work Site)

 Before driving the machine, always confirm that the
steering wheel and/or joystick steering and forward/reverse
lever (switch) direction corresponds to the direction you
wish to drive.
 Be sure to detour around any obstructions.
 Driving on a slope may cause the machine to slip or
overturn, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
 When driving up or down a slope, keep the bucket facing
the direction of travel, approximately 545 mm (21.5 in) (A)
above the ground.
 If the machine starts to skid or becomes unstable,
immediately lower the bucket to the ground and stop.
 Driving across the face of a slope or steering on a slope
may cause the machine to skid or overturn. If the direction
must be changed, move the machine to level ground, then,
change the direction to ensure safe operation.
SAFETY
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S-13
SA-449
SA-450
SA-451