Operation 5
BA TH412 * 06/2017 * 4512_5-4_Fahren_en.fm
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Changing the travel direction
Accident hazard when changing travel direction
during machine travel!
Changing the travel direction during machine travel can
cause serious injury or death.
► Press the accelerator pedal carefully.
► Do not operate the travel switch during machine travel,
otherwise the machine moves in the opposite direction
immediately.
► Only select the other travel direction when the
machine is at a standstill.
1. Reduce the travel speed until the machine comes to a
standstill.
2. Operate the forward-reverse control in the other
direction.
3. Press the accelerator pedal.
➥ The machine travels in the opposite direction.
It is not necessary to fully press the inching pedal every
time you change direction.
Reverse warning system (option)
Accident hazard! Do not rely on the backup warning
system when reversing with the machine!
Can cause serious injury or death.
► Ensure that nobody is within the danger zone of the
machine when changing the travel direction.
If the machine is equipped with an optional “Reverse
warning system”, a warning tone sounds whenever
reverse gear is selected. During reverse travel, this tone
warns persons near the machine.