S-11
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Before driving the machine, always confirm that the steer-
ing wheel/F-N-R lever direction corresponds to the direction
you wish to drive.
• Be sure to detour around any obstructions.
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Driving on a slope may cause the machine to slip or over
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turn, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
• When driving up or down a slope, keep the bucket facing
the direction of travel, approximately 200 to 300 mm (ap
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proximately 8 to 12 in) (A) above the ground.
• If the machine starts to skid or becomes unstable, imme
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diately lower the bucket to the ground and stop.
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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.
019-E05B-0515
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If the machine is incorrectly operated while driving with the
bucket loaded, turning over of the machine may result. Be
sure to follow all the instructions indicated below.
• When driving the machine on a job site with the bucket
loaded, hold the bucket as low as possible to keep the
machine balanced and to have good visibility.
• Do not exceed the rated load capacity. Always operate the
machine within the rated load capacity.
• Avoid fast starts, stops, and quick turns. Failure to do so
may result in personal injury and/or death.
• Avoid rapid drive direction changes which could possibly
cause personal injury and/or death.
051-E02A-0400
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