MACHINE OPERATION
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SY60C Excavator OMM
• When traveling up a grade greater than 15°, the
work equipment should be positioned in front of the
cab. Keep the boom-arm angle between 90° and
110° (5) and the bucket 8 in.–12 in. (20 cm–30 cm)
(6) above the ground.
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Figure 4-59
NOTICE!
When traveling up a grade, make sure the
directional arrows are in the uphill direction. If
not, the tracks may loosen and slip, resulting in
damage or misalignment. Use the arm to help the
machine travel uphill as necessary.
• Extend the boom and arm uphill and keep the bucket
8 in.–12 in. (20 cm–30 cm) (7) off the ground. Travel
at a low speed.
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Figure 4-60
• When traveling downhill, keep the bucket in the
traveling direction and 8 in.–12 in. (20 cm–30 cm)
(8) above the ground. Lower the bucket immediately
if the machine slips or loses balance.
Engine Stalls on an Incline
If the engine stalls when the machine is on an incline,
lower the bucket to the ground immediately, move all
control levers to the neutral position, and restart the
engine.
If the engine stalls on an incline, do not use the joystick to
swing the machine. The upper structure will swing due to
its weight.
Before traveling up a steep incline, allow the machine to
warm to operating temperatures.
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