Operating The Machine - New Holland B95C Original Instructions Manual

Operating the machine

WARNING
Driving hazard!
Check all controls and safety devices in a safe,
open area before starting work.
Failure to comply could result in death or se-
rious injury.
When using the machine, follow the safety precautions
mentioned in this manual.
Start the engine taking into account weather conditions.
Regularly check the hourmeter on the side instrument dis-
play to ensure servicing intervals are observed.
If you use the machine under particularly severe condi-
tions (dusty or corrosive atmosphere, etc.), reduce the
service intervals.
Make sure that the operator's seat is correctly adjusted
and positioned.
Never operate any control or driving component unless
you are seated correctly in the operator's seat with the
seat belt adjusted and attached correctly.
WARNING
Inhalation hazard! Risk to operators and by-
standers.
Avoid running the engine in confined areas.
Make sure there is adequate ventilation at all
times.
Failure to comply could result in death or se-
rious injury.
NOTICE: Dust, smoke or fog can reduce visibility and
may cause an accident. Stop or slow down the machine
until normal visibility is restored.
If there is any operating problem, immediately lower the
loader equipment to the ground, engage the parking
brake and stop the engine.
Find the cause or inform responsible persons and take the
necessary measures to forbid the use of the machine.
When stopping the engine take account of weather con-
ditions. See page 4-15.
When parking the machine, see page 4-26.
When loading the machine onto the trailer, see page 5-7.
When towing the machine, see page 5-10.
Road operation
NOTICE: Road speed is subject to restrictions according
to the country. It is the operator's responsibility to follow
the road speed limitations.
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Before carrying out any road travel, lock the attachments
and install the safety systems required by regulations.
The machine must be within the maximum dimensions
permitted on the road in accordance with local road traffic
regulations.
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Completely raise the stabilizers.
Check that the lighting and signaling systems operate cor-
rectly.
Check that the brakes and steering operate correctly.
Check the condition of the tires and the tire pressure.
Never leave the operator's compartment when the engine
is running.
Never use the differential lock.
Job site operation
On job sites on the public highway, use regulation signals,
taking into account the working range of the machine.
Local regulations define the number, type and location of
reflective strips.
Be vigilant, be aware of places where other persons are
working close to your working area.
NOTICE: Keep other persons away from the machine.
Serious physical injury can result if these instructions are
not observed.
Adapt your driving style to suit the conditions of work
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(sloping ground or rough ground), the state of the road
and weather conditions.
Operate all controls consistently so the machine works
smoothly.
When traveling at right angles to the slope keep the loader
bucket at ground level.
When traveling in the same direction as the slope, move
onto the slope in low gear (first gear). Never travel down-
hill with the gearshift lever in neutral position.
When working on a slope, engage the front drive axle
(4WD) if equipped.
NOTICE: Holes, obstacles, debris and other hazards in
the working area can cause serious physical injury. Al-
ways walk around and identify all possible hazards before
operating the machine in a new working area.
Make sure you know the location of underground pipes or
cables before beginning work.
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