Procedures For Use; Checks Before Use; Controls; Safety Equipment - Ransomes diabline Operation & Service Manual

A.5 PROCEDURES FOR USE
A.5.1 Checks before use
Carry out a complete systematic inspection of the vehicle before use:
Look for possible non-operational equipment, leaks or other defects, which necessitate immediate action to
make the vehicle safe to use. The non-exhaustive list of checks that follows has been provided in order that
the user can carry out all the checks before taking the vehicle into use.
Check the state of charge of the battery, ensure that the connections and cables are correctly fastened and
show no signs of corrosion.
A.5.1.1 CONTROLS
Check the functioning of all the vehicle controls. Carry out a detailed check of the brake system.
A.5.1.2 SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Make sure that all the safety equipment functions correctly
A.5.1.3 LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING
Ensure that all the lights function correctly, especially if you are working at night.
Equally, check indicators and the fl ashing light if you are to go on a public road.
A.5.2 Advice on use
A.5.2.1 DRIVING
• Slow down when you approach a crossing or a traffi c zone
• Do not drive in a dangerous or carefree manner
• Do not drive in a dangerous area unless the vehicle has been authorised for that area
• In the case of any accident or problem, contact your superior
A.5.2.2 LOADING AND UNLOADING
• Do not load an object if there is a risk that it can fall from the vehicle
• Do not exceed the maximum load stated by the manufacturer
• Be extremely careful when the load exceeds the height, length or width of the vehicle
• Make sure that the load is correctly distributed and fastened during transportation
• Do not carry more than the authorised number of persons in the vehicle
A.5.2.3 STARTING PROCEDURE
• Check that the emergency stop is out
• Place the starter key in position I
• Put the Forward/Reverse button in the required position
• Release the parking brake
• Push gently on the accelerator pedal
A.5.2.4 STOP PROCEDURE
• Pull on the parking brake
• Place the start key in position 0
• Put the Forward/Reverse button in neutral position
• Remove the start key
• If necessary, place chocks under the wheels
RANSOMES DIABLINE
SAFETY AND OPERATORS MANUAL
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