Work Safely - Wacker Neuson RD 12A Operator's Manual

COLD WEATHER OPERATION
Consult the engine manufacturer's operation manual
for proper cold weather starting procedure.
When using cold weather starting aids, be sure to
follow the engine manufacturer's instructions.
(FIG. 16)
After starting, operate all systems slowly and gently
until properly warmed up.
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WORK SAFELY

REMEMBER THESE RULES
When roading or operating a machine, always stay
in the operator's station. NEVER mount or dismount
a machine that is moving. Maintain control of your
machine at all times.
ALWAYS operate your machine slowly until fully
familiarized with it's operation.
Constantly check your total work area for
potential hazards.
Never JUMP on or off your machine. Use the steps
and handholds provided to mount or dismount
safely. Maintain three point contact when mounting
or dismounting.(FIG. 17)
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Never use controls or levers as hand holds.
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Never jump off the machine.
Look, listen and smell for possible malfunctions. If
malfunctioning controls or erratic operation are
detected, correct or report them immediately.
DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE UNTIL
CORRECTED.
Prevent asphyxiation. If you must operate in a
building or other enclosed area, or if your
machine is equipped with an enclosed cab, be cer-
tain there is adequate ventilation.
Use extra care when refueling. (See page 34 for
special precautions.)
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BOOSTER CABLE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Connect positive (+) cable to positive post of
discharged battery.
2. Connect other end of same cable to same marked
post of booster battery.
3. Connect negative (-) cable to other post of
booster battery.
4. Make final connection on stalled vehicle away from
battery, either on vehicle frame or engine block.
5. Start vehicle and remove cables in reverse order
of connection.
START SAFELY
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