Preparatory Work; Important Information Before Putting The Machine Into Operation; Requirements And Information For The Operating Personnel - Wacker Neuson ET16 Operator's Manual

4 Putting into operation
4.4

Preparatory work

Important information before putting the machine into operation

Requirements and information for the operating personnel

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Perform a visual check before starting work:
- There must be no leaks.
- There must be no damaged or loose parts.
- Do not allow anyone to stay in the danger zone.
Before putting the machine into operation, the operator must familiarize
himself with the position of the controls and instruments.
Only operate the machine from the seat with the seat belt fastened.
Before using the machine in work operation for the first time, Wacker
Neuson recommends trying out the machine on open ground without any
obstacles.
When using the machine, check the surroundings constantly in order to
identify potential hazards in time.
Before starting work, ensure that all visual aids are clean, functional and
adjusted in accordance with the instructions in this Operator's Manual.
The operator must follow the national and regional regulations.
Perform a functional check of the control lever base.
Perform a functional check of the safe load indicator.
Do not make any modifications that impair visibility. The machine does not
meet the requirements for conformity and registration.
Follow the safety instructions in chapter Safety 2.4.
Read, understand and follow this Operator's Manual and all other
Operator's Manuals supplied with the machine.
The machine may only be put into operation by authorized personnel that
has been instructed. See chapter "Safety 2.3".
The operator must know and bear in mind the requirements and risks at
the work place.
Perform daily maintenance according to the Lubrication and maintenance
plan (see chapter "Maintenance 7.2")
Face the machine as you enter and exit it and only use the mandatory
climbing aids for entering and exiting.
Keep the footholds and the handholds clean to ensure a safe hold at all
times. Immediately remove contamination, oil, snow, etc.
Do not get on a moving machine, or jump off it.
Do not operate the machine if the standard protective equipment (for
example the cabin) has been removed.
No clothes or parts of the body may protrude outside the machine during
operation.
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