5-50 BA ET18, 20, 24 en* 1.5 * et18_20_24b510.fm
5 Operation
Working with the falling force by lowering the machine
• Never use the dead weight of the machine for work.
• Use only the hydraulic force of the cylinders.
Fully lowering the stabilizer blade
• Apply the full weight of the machine over the entire width of the stabi-
lizer blade when using it for stabilization.
Protecting the stabilizer blade against shocks
• The stabilizer blade or stabilizer blade cylinder can be damaged when
hitting it against rocks, etc.
Fig. 204Working with the falling force
Fig. 205Working with the falling force
Fig. 206Lowering the stabilizer blade