Liebherr R 996 B - Manual (Page 13)

13 R 996 B
Machine Improved Visibility
The machine is easily visible even by night or in
extremely dusty working environments thanks to:
• Ten long-range working xenon lights located
on attachment, uppercarriage and counter-
weight
• Six additional long-range working xenon lights
on the top of the cab, fuel tank’s bottom part
and hydraulic tank’s bottom part (option)
• LED lights in option
• Travel alarm system with light and buzzer
Rear and Side Vision System
The machine ergonomically
integrates a rear and side vision
system composed of:
• One camera on counterweight
• One camera on right-hand side of
uppercarriage
• One LCD color screen to display
cameras view
Safety
The Liebherr R 996 B provides uncompromising safety for operators and mainte-
nance crews. Equipped with the service fl ap accessible from the ground level and
integrating wide open accesses, the R 996 B allows quick and safe maintenance.
The R 996 B’s cab provides numerous features for operator safety.
Service-Friendly Machine Design
Safe Service Access The R 996 B is fi tted with ergonomic access for fast
and safe maintenance. The R 996 B’s top structure
is accessible via a powered 45° stairway with hand-
rails. The robust service fl ap provides easy ground
level access to the main service points.
Easy Inspection
and Components
Replacement All components have been located in areas that allow
for effortless inspection and replacement. The R 996 B
is equipped with robust hinged louvers for easy
cleaning and maintenance. Numerous service lights
are strategically located in the main service areas to
sustain suitable maintenance conditions, day or night.
Secure Maintenance The R 996 B eliminates hazards ensuring a safe en-
vironment for the service staff during maintenance.
Emergency stops are strategically located at ground
level, in the cab, in hydraulic and engine compartments.
The battery switches are manually operated to safely
isolate the battery power. The attachment can safely be
lowered to the ground even if the machine if off.
Safety First Working Conditions
Safety-First Cab Design In addition to its ergonomic design, the R 996 B’s cab
provides maximum protection for the operator. The
structure is composed of strong, low stress tubing
and safety glass. The Falling Object Protection
System (FOPS) and the armored front and attach-
ment side windows enable to create a safe working
environment for the operator.
Powerpacks Provision
of Security Safety standards are achieved by heat insulation on
turbochargers and on the exhaust system as well
as by the use of heavy duty high resistant hydraulic
hoses.