5-8 BA ET18, 20, 24 en* 1.5 * et18_20_24b500.fm
5 Operation
Parking the machine
Accident hazard if machine tips over or rolls away after parking it!
Can cause serious injury or death.
► Lower the boom and the stabilizer blade to the ground.
► Secure the machine accordingly (for example with chocks).
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and horizontal ground.
2. Position the boom straight ahead at the center of the machine.
3. Lower the boom and the stabilizer blade to the ground.
4. Stop the engine.
5. Operate the control lever repeatedly to release the pressure in the
hydraulic system.
6. Remove the starting key and carry it with you.
7. Raise the control lever base.
8. Close the windows and doors.
9. Close and lock all covers and doors.
10.Secure the tracks accordingly (for example with chocks, blocks) as
shown in Fig. 124.
Fill up the tank with the correct fuel type at the end of each working day to
prevent the formation of condensation water in the fuel tank. Do not fill the
tank completey so the fuel can expand.
Parking the machine on slopes
If parking the machine on a slope cannot be avoided, observe the
following in addition:
• Position the boom on the downhill side of the machine and firmly press
the attachment into the ground.
• Press the stabilizer blade against the ground.
• Secure the tracks accordingly (for example with chocks, blocks) as
shown in Fig. 125.
Fig. 124Parking the machine
Fig. 125Parking the machine on slopes
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