PARKING THE MACHINE
- Always park on at, solid and level ground, where there
is no risk of rock falls, landslides or ooding.
- Lower the stabilizers on the ground (if the machine has
stabilisers).
- Completely retract the boom and lower to ground level.
- Engage the parking brake.
- Place the gear lever in "N".
- Allow the engine to idle for some 60 seconds before
switching off to allow the engine to cool.
- Turn the ignition key to the engine off position.
- Remove the key from the ignition.
- Block the hydraulic controls using the appropriate devi-
ces (if present).
- Close the windows and lock using the handles.
- Close and lock the door of the cab.
- Place the wedges under the wheels.
- Ensure that the machine is parked so that it does not hinder
circulation and is at least 3 metres from any railway tracks.
TEMPORARY HALT
Slowly release the accelerator pedal.
Stop the machine on a level surface.
Engage the parking brake.
Place the gear lever in "N".
While the machine is being run in (50 h) do not allow the
diesel engine to idle for long periods.
- CAUTION -
IF YOU HAVE TO ABANDON THE DRIVER’S SEAT, CAR-
RY OUT THE PROCEDURE DESCRIBED IN THE PARA-
GRAPH "PARKING THE MACHINE".