Operation; Pre-Operation Inspection - Xtreme XRM1145 Operation And Safety Manual

Operation
Pre-Operation Inspection
To perform the pre-operation inspection make sure
the vehicle is NOT running, the engine is cool, the
vehicle is parked on level ground, the boom is com-
pletely retracted, and the frame is level.
NOTE: Copy and use the Pre-Operation Inspection
Checklist in this section.
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Wear appropriate protective clothing,
Personal protective equipment can
include, but is not limited to hardhat,
gloves, footwear, safety glasses or
goggles, and hearing protection.
Make sure clothing is snug and properly belted.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry, watches,
or anything that can catch on the vehicle, such
as controls and moving parts.
INSPECTION
Perform a pre-operation inspection
:::: and functional tests at the beginning
:::: of each work shift. Perform the
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pre-operation inspection first.
DO NOT perform the pre-operation
inspection with the engine running or hot.
Contact with moving or heated parts can cause
injury or death.
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Perform the pre-operation inspection
:::: and functional tests in an open area.
:::: Inspections and functional tests may
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require assistance. Keep the assis-
tant visible and a safe distance from
the vehicle to prevent injury or death.
Become familiar with all safety and
hazard decals, regulations, and pro-
cedures, Make sure all proper safety
and hazard decals are attached to the
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vehicle and remain legible.
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place "Do Not Operate" tags on the
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starter switch and steering wheel if
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anything is found to be in need of
repair or maintenance, defective, or
unsafe in any way.
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ACAUTION
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Contact with hot surfaces and the
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exhaust pipe after the vehicle has
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can result in serious
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• Always check the condition of the
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before operating the vehicle. If the
seat belt or mounting hardware is
defective, it may not properly restrain
the operator, resulting in injury or death.
• DO NOT operate the vehicle until the seat belt
or mounting hardware is replaced, if worn or
damaged.
• The seat belt MUST be worn while operating
the vehicle. Failure to wear the seat belt could
result in injury or death.
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Check hydraulic oil lines,
tubes, and hoses carefully.
DO NOT use your bare
hand to check for potential
leaks. Always use a board
or cardboard when checking for a hydraulic leak.
Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure, even a
pinhole size leak, can penetrate body tissue,
causing serious injury, and possible death. If
hydraulic is injected into your skin, a doctor
familiar with this type of injUry must treat it
immediately.
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Personal injUry can result
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from hydraulic oil pressure
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or hot oil. DO NOT remove
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a hydraulic tank filler cap
unless it is cool enough to
touch with bare hands. Remove the hydraulic
tank filler cap slowly to relieve pressure, Relieve
all pressure in a hydraulic system before any
caps, lines, fittings, or related items are discon-
nected or removed,
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine
is hot. The cooling system is under pressure.
Hot coolant can cause severe burns or eye
injUry. Wear protective clothing and safety
glasses.
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