Rayco RG74T-R Operator, Service, Maintenance Manual page 16

RG74T-R Operator · Service · Maintenance
Safety
Before Operation
Safety information is available in English for this machine.
A list of some of the material is available in the Operation
and Maintenance Manual, "Reference Material". Consult
your Rayco dealer in order to obtain copies of the material.
The information should be reviewed by every person that
operates the machine.
Clear all personnel from the machine and from the area.
Clear all obstacles from the path of the machine. Beware
of hazards such as wires, ditches, etc.
Make sure that all windows are clean. Secure all doors in the
closed position. Secure the windows in the open position
or in the shut position.
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Guards (Operator Protection)
There are different types of guards that are used to protect
the operator. The machine and the machine application
determines the type of guard that should be used.
A daily inspection of the guards is required in order to check
for structures that are bent, cracked or loose. Never operate
a machine with a damaged structure.
The operator becomes exposed to a hazardous situation if the
machine is used improperly or if poor operating techniques
are used. This situation can occur even though a machine is
equipment with an appropriate protective guard.
Other Guards (If Equipped)
Protection from flying object and/or falling objects is required
for special applications. Logging applications and demolition
applications are two examples that require special protection.
A front guard needs to be installed when a work tool that
creates flying objects is used. Mesh front guards that are
approved by Rayco or polycarbonate front guards that are
approved by Rayco are available for machines with a cab or
an open canopy. On machines that are equipped with cabs,
the windshield should also be closed. Safety glasses are
recommended when flying hazards exist for machines with
cabs and machines with open canopies.
If the work material extends above the cab, top guards and
front guards should be used.
Additional guards may be required for specific applications
or work tools. The Operation and Maintenance Manual
for your machine or your work tool will provide specific
requirements for the guards. Consult your Rayco dealer for
additional information.
Precautions for Welding on FRAME with
ENGINE/MACHINE Electronic Control
Unit (ECU)
Important: ALWAYS disconnect Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
connectors, battery and engine control system-to-machine
ground before welding on engine or machine.
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High currents or electrostatic discharge in electronic
components from welding may cause permanent damage
Safety Decals
The safety decals located on this machine contain useful
and important information which will help you to operate
your machine safely. The complete decal kit and location of
each decal is given in the "Parts" manual. For your protection,
familiarize yourself with each label until you completely
understand the warning intended. Do not violate any such
warnings!
Keep all decals in place and in good condition:
• Use soap and water to keep decals clean. DO NOT
use mineral spirits, abrasive cleaners or other similar
cleaners which will damage the decals.
• Replace any damaged or missing decals. Before
attaching decals, the surface temperature of the metal
must be at least 40 degrees. The metal should also be
clean and dry before attaching the decal.
• If a machine component to which a decal is attached is
replaced, be sure to replace the decal as well.
• Replacement decals may be purchased from Rayco Mfg
or your Rayco dealer.
Visibility Information
Before you start the machine, perform a walk-around
inspection in order to ensure that there are no hazards
around the machine.
While the machine is in operation, constantly survey the area
around the machine in order to identify potential hazards as
hazards become visible around the machine.
It may not be possible to provide direct visibility on large
machines to all areas around the machine. Appropriate job
site organization is required in order to minimize hazards that
are caused by restricted visibility. Job site organization is a
collection of rules and procedures that coordinates machines
and people that work together in the same area. Examples
of job site organization include the following:
• Safety instructions
• Controlled patterns of machine movement and vehicle
movement
• Workers that direct traffic to move when it is safe
• Restricted areas
• Operator training
• Warning symbols or warning signs on machines or
on vehicles
• A system of communication
• Communication between workers and operators prior
to approaching the machine
Modifications of the machine configuration by the user that
result in a restriction of visibility shall be evaluated.