Komatsu — 2.4.12 PARKING THE MACHINE

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN DURING WORK 2.4.12 PARKING THE MACHINE q Park the machine on firm and level ground. If this is not possible and it is necessary to park on a slope, position the machine with the front bucket directed downwards and carry out the following operations: 1 - While keeping the machine stopped with the brakes, apply the parking brake. 2 - Dump the front bucket to the unloading position and lower the arms until the teeth are driven into the ground. 3 - Carry out the same operations with the backhoe bucket. 4 - Stop the engine. RKA16800 5 - Position wedges or safety blocks under the front and rear wheels.

q Always rest the work equipment on the ground; if it is necessary to park with lifted arms, make sure that the safety locks are engaged. q Always engage the control lever safety locks. NOTE q The servo control locking button inhibits also the movements of the backhoe when this is equipped with servo controls. q When leaving the machine, apply the parking brake, make sure that the cab windows are closed, remove the ignition key and finally lock the doors. q If it is necessary to park on public roads, provide for signalling the presence of the machine according to the local regulations in force (signalling fires, fences, road works ahead, alternated direction and direction signs, etc.). 48