OPERATING YOUR MACHINE If the engine is abruptly stopped before it has cooled down, engine life may be greatly shortened. Consequently, do not abruptly stop the engine apart from an emergency. In particular, if the engine has overheated, do not abruptly stop it but run it at medium speed to allow it to cool gradually, then stop it. MAXIMUM DEPTH OF WATER When working in water or on PRECAUTIONS WHEN DRIVING UP OR DOWN SLOPES swampy ground, do not let the water come above the bottom of the axle housing. * After finishing the operation, wash and check the lubricating Lower the center of gravity when turning.
When turning on slopes, lower the work equipment to lower the center of gravity before turning. It is dangerous to turn the machine with the work equipment raised. points. Axle housinq IF WHEEL BRAKE DOES NOT WORK If the machine is not stopped by depressing brake pedal, use the parking brake to stop the machine. - 52 - w-01297