TM 5-3805-294-10
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
MOVING UP/DOWN STEEP OR SLIPPERY SLOPES
INITIAL SETUP:
Not Applicable
PULLING MACHINE UP
WARNING
This procedure should only be used on a short slope of no more than 35 degrees to prevent
machine rollover. The machine depends on support of the boom, arm, and bucket during
entire procedure until the machine reaches the top or bottom of the slope. Do not attempt to
reposition the bucket or swing upperstructure during the procedure because the machine will
become unstable. Failure to comply may result in injury or death to personnel.
1.
Buckle seat belt (Figure 1, Item 1).
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Figure 1.
Buckle Seat Belt.
2.
Position undercarriage so travel motors (Figure 2, Item 2) will be on the uphill end of machine (Figure 2, Item
3).