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MACHINE OPERATION
SY95C Excavator OMM
Avoid Dozer Blade Impact
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Figure 4-48
Do not strike rocks or other hard objects with the dozer
blade. This can shorten the service life of the dozer blade
or the hydraulic cylinder.
Avoid Shifting Travel Directions
Suddenly
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Figure 4-49
Never shift the control levers suddenly; this can lead to
sudden starting.
Avoid moving the control levers quickly from forward
travel to reverse travel.
Never move the control levers quickly from high speed to
neutral.
Excavating Hard or Rocky Ground
Use alternate work equipment to break up hard ground
before excavation to prevent machine damage.
Support the Dozer Blade
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Figure 4-50
When the dozer blade is used as a stabilizer, never use
just one end of the blade to support the machine.
Travel
General Travel Instructions
Use a signalman when driving or operating the
machine in confined areas. Use standard hand
signals before starting the machine. Failure to
follow this precaution could result in injury.
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Figure 4-51
The machine’s travel direction is controlled by the travel
control levers/pedals and the location of the travel motors
relative to the cab.
When the travel motors (1) are positioned behind the
cab, press the top of the travel control pedals or push the
travel control levers to move the machine forward.
Select a flat travel surface and travel in a straight line. If
possible, turn the machine slowly and gradually.