Connect positive cable first when installing cables and disconnect the negative cable first when removing them. The final cable connection, at the metal frame of the machine being charged or boost-started, should be as far away from the batteries as possible. Parking the Machine Avoid making sudden stops, or parking the machine wherever it happens to be at the end of the work day. Plan ahead so that the wheel loader will be on a firm, level surface away from traffic and away from high walls, cliff edges and any area of poten- tial water accumulation or runoff. If parking on inclines is unavoidable, block the wheels to prevent movement.
Lower the bucket or other working attachment completely to the ground, or to an overnight support saddle. There should be no possibility of unintended or accidental movement. Keep “Pinch Point” Areas Clear – Use Caution in Reverse Use a signal person in high traffic areas and when- ever the operator’s view is not clear, such as when traveling in reverse. Anyone standing near the wheels, or working assemblies of the attachment, is at risk of being caught between moving parts of the machine. Shutdown Control Functions After the bucket has been lowered to the overnight storage position, move all the switches and controls to the OFF position. Move the parking brake switch to the locked position.
This will apply the parking brake. Move the pilot cut-off switch to the locked position. This will disable the bucket control lever. Move the key in the ignition switch to the OFF posi- tion, and remove the key from the switch. Never allow anyone to ride on any part of the machine or attachment, including any part of the operator’s cab. Travel Precautions Engage frame lock for long-distance travel. When traveling the wheel loader always keep lights on; make sure that you are in compliance with all state and local regulations concerning warning flags and signs. Engage all lock-down security equipment that may have been installed on the machine.
IMPORTANT Attachment control levers should not be operated while traveling. Fold in work equipment so that the outer end of the boom is as close to the machine as possible, and is low – 203 mm – 304 mm (8" – 12") above ground. When hydraulic system maintenance or service work must be performed, be aware that accumulators in the system store fluid under pressure after the system has been shut down. To release the hydraulic pres- sure in the accumulators, operate the control with the engine off until accumulator pressure is completely dissipated. Never travel over obstacles or slopes that will cause the machine to tilt severely.
Travel around any slope or obstacle that causes 10 degrees tilt, or more. Operate Carefully on Snow and Ice and in Very Cold Temperatures In icy cold weather avoid sudden travel movements and stay away from even very slight slopes. The machine could skid off to one side very easily. Snow accumulation could hide or obscure potential hazards. Use care while operating or while using the machine to clear snow. Warming up the engine for a short period may be necessary, to avoid operating with sluggish or reduced working capacity. The jolting shocks and impact loads caused by bumping or bottoming the boom or attachment are more likely to cause severe stress in very cold temperatures.
Reducing work cycle rate and work load may be necessary. Mega 300-III Shop Manual SAFETY 1-9