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Tilting the upper carriage (Vertical Digging System) (option)
Crushing hazard due to tipping over of the machine!
Severe crushing hazard causing death or severe injury.
► On a slope, position the machine so that the upper carriage is
tilted toward the slope.
► Tilt the machine only on firm ground.
► Perform smooth and slow movements with the machine.
► Tilt the machine only if it is at a standstill and if the attachment
is empty.
► Never turn, lower, or set down the attachments abruptly.
► Do not extend or retract the boom abruptly.
► Do not exceed a maximum lateral angle of inclination of 10°.
► Do not exceed a maximum sloping angle of 15°.
Crushing hazard. Due to tilting the machine in the
immediate vicinity of walls or parts of buildings.
Severe crushing hazard that can cause death or severe injury.
► Ensure that no parts of the body protrude outside the
machine.
► All persons must stay clear of the hazard zone when tilting the
machine.
► Neither access nor leave the machine when it is tilted.