A
TS–2068
TRAVELING DOWN
OR BACKING UP SLOPES
12 in.
(304mm)
Maximum
25° Maximum
• Fasten seat belt, start and operate only from
the operator seat.
• Never wear loose clothing when working
near machine.
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
W–2135–1188
331/331E/334 Excavator
Operation & Maintenance Manual
27
OPERATING PROCEDURE (Cont’d)
Operating On Slopes
When going down a slope, control the speed with the
steering levers and the speed control lever.
When going down grades that exceed 15 degrees, put the
machine in the position shown, and run the engine slowly
[A].
Operate as slow as possible and avoid sudden changes in
lever direction.
Avoid traveling over objects such as rocks, trees, stumps,
etc.
Stop the machine before moving the upper equipment
controls. Never allow the blade to strike a solid object.
Damage to the blade or hydraulic cylinder can result.
When traveling up slopes or on side slopes that are 15
degrees or less, position the machine as shown and run the
engine slow [B].
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
• Do not travel across or up slopes which are
over 15 degrees to the side, or to the back of
machine or 25 degrees to the front. Keep
boom centered while traveling.
• Keep attachments as low as possible when
traveling on slopes or in rough conditions.
W–2199–0595
B
TS–2067
TRAVELING ON
SIDE SLOPES
TRAVELING
°
15 Maximum
°
15 Maximum
UP SLOPES
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