SAFETY SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION OPERATIONS ON SLOPES G When working on slopes, there is a hazard that the machine may lose its balance and turn over when the swing or work equipment are operated. This may lead to serious injury or property damage, so always provide a stable place when carrying out these operations, and operate carefully. G Do not swing the work equipment from the uphill side to the downhill side when the bucket is loaded. This operation is dangerous, and may cause the machine to tip over. G If the machine has to be used on a slope, pile the soil to make a platform that will keep the machine as horizontal as possible.
PROHIBITED OPERATIONS G Never dig the work face under an overhang. There is a hazard that rocks may fall or that the overhang may col- lapse and fall on top of the machine. G Do not excavate too deeply under the front of the machine. The ground under the machine may collapse and cause the machine to fall. G To make it easier to escape if there is any problem, set the trackes at right angles to the road shoulder or cliff with the sprocket at the rear when carrying out digging operations. 2-25