T415 Operation & Service Manual
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Safety
Video tapes and safety information are available in English for
this machine. A list of some of the material is available in the
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Reference Material”.
Consult your Rayco dealer in order to obtain copies of the
material. The information should be reviewed by every person
that operates the machine.
Clear all personnel from the machine and from the area.
Clear all obstacles from the path of the machine. Beware
of hazards such as wires, ditches, etc.
Make sure that all windows are clean. Secure all doors in the
closed position. Secure the windows in the open position
or in the shut position.
Make sure that the machine horn, the backup alarm and all
other warning devices are working properly.
Fasten the seat belt securely (if equipped). Lower the armrest.
Operation
Only operate the machine controls when the engine is running.
Do not leave the operators station while machine is running.
Before you move the machine, you must be certain that no
one will be endangered.
While you operate the machine and the work tool slowly in
an open area, check for proper operation of all controls and
all protective devices.
Do not allow riders on the machine.
Note any needed repairs during machine operation. Report
any needed repairs.
Use only Rayco Approved Work Tools on this machine. Obey
all the lift restrictions. Refer to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Rayco Approved Work Tools” for the approved work
tools and the lift restriction information.
If equipped, carry work tools low. Lower the lift arms fully.
Tilt back the work tool in order to keep the work tool off
of the ground. Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an
excavation, or an overhang.
If the machine begins to sideslip downward on a grade,
immediately remove the load and turn the machine downhill.
Avoid any conditions that can lead to tipping the machine.
The machine can tip when you work on hills, on banks and on
slopes. Also, the machine can tip when you cross ditches,
ridges or other unexpected obstacles.
Avoid operating the machine across the slope. When possible,
operate the machine up the slopes and down the slopes.
Maintain control of the machine. Do not overload the machine
beyond the machine capacity.
Never straddle a wire cable. Never allow personnel to
straddle a wire cable.
Know the maximum dimensions of your machine.
If equipped with a Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS),
always keep the ROPS installed during machine operation.
Observe all applicable local government regulations when
you use this machine.
Parking
Park on a level surface. If you must park on a grade, chock
the machine.
• Move the joystick control slowly to the NEUTRAL
position in order to stop the machine.
• Move the throttle control to the LOW IDLE position.
• Lower all implements (if equipped) so that the work
tool implement rests firmly on the ground.
• Move the hydraulic controls to the NEUTRAL position.
• Turn the engine start switch key to OFF position and
remove the key.
• Disconnect the operator restraint devices (if
equipped) and exit the machine.
• Block the wheels (if equipped), and set manual brake
(if equipped) to prevent movement.
Slope Operation
The crawler should not be operated on slopes that are steeper
than 30°. While this may not cause a loss of oil pressure,
loss of traction could occur thus creating a rollover condition.
NOTE: A 30° slope is equivalent to a 58% grade. A constant
grade of 58% represents a 58’ change in elevation across a
horizontal distance of 100’.