Wacker Neuson RD 12A Operator's Manual page 93

TOWING
ALWAYS use EXTRA care when towing a trailer or
machine... when maneuvering in tight places, when backing
(visibility is reduced, and jackknifing must be avoided), and
when towing on steep grades.
Know and obey all local, state and federal laws and
regulations.
NEVER travel at speeds above those recommended by
the manufacturer.
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PERFORM MAINTENANCE SAFELY
GENERAL
Maintenance work can be hazardous if not done in
a careful manner. All personnel should realize the
hazards and strictly follow safe practices.
NEVER perform any work on the equipment unless
authorized to do so. (FIG. 29) Before performing any
maintenance or repair work, consult the Instruction
Manual. Follow the manufacturer's recommended
procedures.
BEFORE any maintenance work is begun, review
LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures. LOCKOUT
controls and/or energy source and place a warning
label to alert workers of shutdown.
PRIOR to removal of LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, the
equipment must be fully operational and all personnel
accounted for. Except in cases of emergency, the
removal of the LOCKOUT/ TAGOUT should be done
by the initiating person prior to the return to start-up.
BEFORE doing any major work, or work on the
electrical system, disconnect the batteries.
REPLACE all missing or broken guards and panels.
USE proper nonflammable cleaning solvents. Follow
solvent manufacturer's instructions.
ALWAYS remove all flammable materials in the
vicinity of welding and/or burning operations.
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TRANSPORTING SAFELY
NEVER allow anyone to ride on a trailer or towed
machine. (FIG. 28)
When necessary to disconnect and park a trailer or
towed machine, ALWAYS select a location that is level
and, if possible, one where children are unlikely to be
present. BEFORE disconnecting a trailer, chock the front
AND rear of the wheels, and block under the tongue.
See pages 23 through 24 for parking, shut-down
procedures and roading machine for transport.
BURNING OR WELDING in the vicinity of acoustical
material may release hazardous fumes.
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