3-122 BA 348-01 * 2.0 * 34801b340.fm
3 Operation
3.63 Putting the machine out of operation permanently
Notice on decommissioning
If the wheel loader is no longer used according to its designated use, ensure that it is
decommissioned or taken out of service and disposed of according to applicable regulations.
The final decommissioning of the machine must be performed by an
authorized service centre or an approved recycling company!
Preparing disposal
• Follow all applicable safety regulations regarding decommissioning of the wheel loader!
• Ensure that the wheel loader cannot be operated between putting it out of operation
and disposing of it!
• Ensure that there is no leakage of environmentally hazardous consumables, and that
the machine presents no other hazards at its storage place!
• Ensure that the loader unit is fully lowered and that the standard bucket is placed
horizontally on the ground! Install all protective devices!
• Ensure that the parking brake is used for parking the machine safely and for preventing
it from rolling away and that the machine is secured in addition by placing chocks under
the downhill sides of the wheels!
• Secure the wheel loader against unauthorized use!
Safely lock all openings(doors, windows, engine cover) of the machine!
• Repair all leaks on the engine, reservoirs, gearbox and hydraulic system!
• Park the wheel loader in a place that is secured against access by unauthorized persons!
• Remove the battery!
Disposal
Further recycling of the wheel loader must be made in accordance with state-of-the-art
standards applicable at the time of recycling, and in compliance with the safety regulations
regarding accident prevention!
• All parts must be disposed of in the correct waste disposal sites for the different materials.
• Separate the material as you recycle parts!
• Ensure environmentally compatible disposal of consumables as well!
➥For example oil, grease, coolant, antifreeze, etc.