Operation Safety - Xtreme Manufacturing XR5919-A Operation And Safety Manual

Clearly define responsibilities and procedures for operat-
ing the telehandler and all attachments. DO NOT proceed
until seeking expert assistance from a qualified person
if any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe
methods for operating the telehandler.
Danger
To avoid death or serious injury, carefully read and
understand all instructions before operating the tele-
handler. DO NOT operate, modify, repair, or maintain
the telehandler without reading and understanding
the instructions and warnings in this and all other
applicable manuals and technical publications. Fol-
low all State and Federal health and safety laws and/
or local regulations.
Consult Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for chemical hazards
and first aid instructions. SDS should be available from
the manufacturer or supplier of the fluid.
Warning
Perform a pre-operation inspection and functional
tests at the beginning of each work shift. Perform
the pre-operation inspection first. DO NOT perform
the pre-operation inspection with the engine running
or hot. Allow the engine and associated components
to cool before performing an inspection. Contact
with moving or heated parts could cause death or
serious injury.
Perform the pre-operation inspection and functional
tests in an open area and away from any other obsta-
cles or equipment. Inspections and functional tests
may require assistance. Keep the assistant visible
and a safe distance from the telehandler to prevent
death or serious injury.
Become familiar with all safety and hazard labels, reg-
ulations, and procedures. Make sure all proper safety
and hazard labels are attached to the telehandler and
remain legible.
Danger
A brief description of controls, indicators, and
instruments is provided as a convenience for the
operator. These descriptions DO NOT provide com-
plete operation instructions. Read and understand
the entire manual to prevent death, serious injury,
or equipment damage.
Warning
Keep fingers and feet away from moving parts or
pinch points to prevent pinching or crushing. DO NOT
allow anyone between the tires and the telehandler
frame while operating the telehandler. Doing so can
result in death or serious injury.
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Danger
Always check the condition of the seat belt and
mounting hardware before operating the telehandler.
If the seat belt or mounting hardware is defective, it
may not properly restrain the operator, resulting in
death or serious injury.
DO NOT operate the telehandler until the seat belt or
mounting hardware is replaced, if worn or damaged.
Warning
The seat belt MUST be worn while operating the tele-
handler. Failure to wear the seat belt could result in
death or serious injury.
Operators must be properly trained and qualified to
operate this specific telehandler. Know the location,
learn the specific purpose, and demonstrate safe
and proper use of all controls, instruments, indicator
lights, and safety and instruction labels. Safety is
your responsibility. Failure to follow these guidelines
could result in death or serious injury.
Danger
To prevent death or serious injury, the operator must
be seated with seat belt fastened, the travel select
lever set to NEUTRAL, the Parking Brake switch ON
(engaged), the service brake applied, and the area
free of people and obstructions BEFORE starting
the telehandler.

Operation Safety

Danger
Death or serious injury by electrocution will result
from contact with or inadequate clearance with en-
ergized power lines or apparatus.
• Never operate the telehandler in an area where ac-
tive overhead power lines, overhead or underground
cables, or other power sources exist.
• Contact the appropriate power or utility company
to de-energize power lines or take other suitable
precautions.
• Keep the telehandler, attachments, and loads a safe
distance from electrical power lines.
• Remain at least 10 feet, plus an additional 0.4 inches
for each 1,000 volts over 50,000 volts, from active
power lines and other power sources.
• Work site operating directives and/or local or state
codes might require a greater distance.
• Know the maximum height and reach of this tele-
handler.
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