Working With The Machine; General Safety Instructions - Wacker Neuson Dumper 5001 Operator's Manual

3.18 Working with the machine

General safety instructions

BA 5001-6001 US – Edition 1.2 * 6001b330.fm
• Avoid traveling near the edge of an excavation.
• Do not drive underneath projecting earth. Stones or the projecting earth can fall onto
the machine.
• When working on roofs or similar structures, check the resistance and the structure
itself before starting work. The building can collapse, causing severe injury and
damage.
• Do not place the machine directly underneath the workplace during demolition,
otherwise demolished parts can fall onto the machine or the building can collapse,
causing severe injury or damage.
• Operation of the machine by unqualified operators is prohibited!
• The hydraulic system of the machine is still pressurized even when the engine is not
running! Release the pressure in the sections of the system and hydraulic lines which
are to be opened before starting setup or repair work.
• Before dumping out the dump bucket next to an excavation, secure the machine with
suitable wheel chocks or other auxiliary means.
• Always watch the material as you dump out the dump bucket: make sure the material is
dumped out evenly and does not remain stuck in the dump bucket, otherwise the
machine could tip over
• Do not dump the load when working on sloping ground.
• No transporting of persons, animals, etc. in the dump bucket.
• Always make precise and smooth control movements, not abrupt movements.
• Do not get on or off the machine when it is moving.
• Avoid dangerous work conditions on the work site, do not work in severe weather and
make sure no-one is at risk.
• Always fasten your seat belt when working with machines with rollover protection
structures.
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