SAFETY Drive Machine Safely (Work Site) Before driving the machine, always confirm that the steering wheel and/or joystick steering and forward/reverse lever (switch) direction corresponds to the direction you wish to drive. Be sure to detour around any obstructions. Driving on a slope may cause the machine to slip or overturn, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. SA-449 When driving up or down a slope, keep the bucket facing the direction of travel, approximately 545 mm (21.5 in) (A) above the ground. If the machine starts to skid or becomes unstable, immediately lower the bucket to the ground and stop.
Driving across the face of a slope or steering on a slope may cause the machine to skid or overturn. If the direction must be changed, move the machine to level ground, then, change the direction to ensure safe operation. SA-450 WRONG SA-451 S-13