Volvo EW160E - Working within Dangerous Areas

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Boom Suspension System (BSS)
Boom Suspension System (BSS)
(Suspension of digging equipment / option
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The boom suspension system absorbs shocks when travelling
across uneven ground. This increases the operator comfort and
the stability of the machine.
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Press the upper end of the BSS switch down to engage the
system.
The BSS symbol appears in the display.
- BSS symbol yellow: BSS preparation
- BSS symbol green: BSS is active
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The boom can move slightly up or down when engaging the
system.
The BSS activating speed value in W- and C- mode is by default
5 km/h (3,11 mph), below that speed the system is deactivated.
In T-mode the activation is not speed related.
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The activation speed for W- and C-mode is adjustable by a
parameter, this can only be done by a service technician.
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A maximum machine height of 4 m (13 ft 1,5 in) must not be
exceeded when travelling on public roads.
The travel position with the boom suspension varies from the
normal travel position: The boom cylinder must not be fully
extended, it should remain slightly below the end stop position.
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With the boom suspension system the attachment can swing up
or down. The operator must take care for the maximum machine
height.
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BSS switch
BSS symbol in the display
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Travel position with BSS (two-piece boom)
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