Operation 3.3 Operation Changing direction z When changing direction between FORWARD and REVERSE, check that the new direction of travel is safe. There is a blind spot behind the machine, so be particu- larly careful when changing direction to travel in reverse. 1 z Do not switch between FORWARD and REVERSE when traveling at high speed. When switching between FORWARD and REVERSE, depress the brake to reduce the travel speed suffi- ciently, then change the direction of travel. (Max.speed for changing direction: 13 km/h (8.1 MPH)) GK020014 There is no need to stop the machine even when switching between FORWARD and REVERSE. Place directional lever (1) in the desired position. a Position (a):
FORWARD Position N: NEUTRAL N Position (b): REVERSE b Check that the backup alarm sounds when the directional lever is set to REVERSE. If the backup alarm does not sound, please contact your KOMATSU distributor for repairs. GK032139 WA150-5H – VEAM934100 3-77 WARNING WARNING