Operating Instructions - Volvo A35E Operator's Manual

Operating instructions

This chapter contains rules which must be followed to make
working with the machine safe. However, these rules do not relieve
the operator from following laws or other national regulations for
traffic safety, industrial safety and labour welfare.
To avoid the risk of accidents, alertness, judgement and respect for
applicable safety regulations is a condition.
Running-in instructions
During the first 100 hours, the machine should be operated with a
certain amount of care. During the running-in period it is important
to check oil and fluid levels often.
After eight hours operation, the wheel nuts should be check-
tightened. This applies also after changing a wheel, see page 143.
Warranty inspections
In addition to the ordinary maintenance intervals, service actions
shall be done at the 100 and 1000 hour warranty inspection,
respectively.
These service actions, such as changing oil and other fluids, must
carried out by an authorised workshop, if the warranty is to apply.
See under "Service and maintenance" regarding which oil and
fluid changes must be carried out during the running-in period and
what else applies according to the Service Programme and the
Warranty Inspections.
Visibility
WARNING!
Some attachments and equipment may affect the operator's
visibility. Pay attention to dead angles, where there is no
visibility, when operating on work sites and on public
roads. When needed, use a signal man.
It may be impossible to obtain visibility all around the machine. To
achieve acceptable visibility, optional devices can be used, e.g.,
warning systems, mirrors, and surveillance cameras (CCTV).
To minimise risks caused by limited visibility, rules and procedures
shall be established by the management on the work site. For
example:
Make sure that operators and workers on the site have
received thorough safety instructions.
Control the traffic flow of machines and other vehicles. If
possible, avoid reversing.
Limit the machine's operating area.
Use a signal man to help the operator.
Make available equipment for two-way communication as
needed.
Make sure that workers on the site communicate with the
operator before approaching the machine.
Use warning signs.
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