Parking
WARNING
Park the machine on firm, level ground
and apply the parking brake. If you
must park on a slope or incline, park
across the slope and block the machine
securely to prevent movement.
When parking on streets, use barriers,
caution signs, lights, etc., so that the
machine can easily be seen even at
night to avoid collision with other
vehicles.
Before leaving the operator’s seat, set
the safety bar to the lock position and
stop the engine.
Never leave the machine with the
engine running or the lift arms raised,
unattended. If arms are left in raised
position, they MUST be restrained by
the lift arm stop.
Before leaving the machine, do the
following:
1. Set the control levers and pedal to the
neutral position.
2. Return the throttle lever to idle position
and idle the engine at low speed.
3. Lower the bucket to the ground.
4. Set the safety bar to the lock position.
5. Stop the engine and remove the key.
Refer to page 73, “Stopping the Engine.”
Inspection and Checks After
Stopping the Engine
1. Check for oil and water leakage and
inspect the working equipment, covers
and chassis. If any irregularities are found,
repair.
2. Fill the fuel tank.
Refer to page 118, “Inspecting the Fuel
Level.”
3. Remove any debris and dirt from the
engine compartment.
4. Remove any mud from the chassis.
Locking
Be sure to lock the following places:
Fuel filler cap
Engine hood
Manual storage
Cab door
Parking the Machine