jcb JS200 Service Manual page 16

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All construction and agricultural equipment can be
hazardous. When JCB Excavator is correctly operated and
properly maintained, it is a safe machine to work with. But
when it is carelessly operated or poorly maintained it can
become a danger to you (the operator) and others.
Do not work with the machine until you are sure that you can
control it.
Do not start any job until you are sure that you and those
around you will be safe.
If you are unsure of anything, about the machine or the job,
ask someone who knows. Do not assume anything.
Remember
BE CAREFUL
BE ALERT
GEN-1-6
As well as the warnings in the following pages, specific
warnings are given throughout the book. This section is
designed to give a safety code for use of the machine
generally and for operation and maintenance practices.
General Safety
WARNING
Lifting Equipment
You can be injured if you use faulty lifting equipment. Make
sure that lifting equipment is in good condition. Make sure
that lifting tackle complies with all local regulations and is
suitable for the job. Make sure that lifting equipment is
strong enough for the job.
INT-1-3-7
! WARNING !
You can be injured if you do not wear the proper clothing.
Loose clothing can get caught in the machinery. Wear
protective clothing to suit the job. Examples of protective
clothing are: a hard hat, safety shoes, safety glasses, a well
fitting overall, ear-protectors and industrial gloves. Keep
cuffs fastened. Do not wear a necktie or scarf. Keep long
hair restrained.
INT-1-3-6
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BE SAFE
! !
Clothing
Care & Safety
Note: This section includes a certain amount of operating
safety information. But remember that whenever you drive
the machine or operate its controls, you are in effect a
machine operator.
understand the information given in the Operator Handbook
before driving the machine or operating its controls.
All the time you are working with or on the machine, take
care and stay alert. Always be careful. Always be alert for
hazards.
INT-1-3-5
Raised equipment can fall and injure you. Do not walk or
work under raised equipment unless safely supported.
13-1-1-6
Before removing the boom from the machine, ensure that the
counterweight is adequately supported as in certain ground
conditions the machine could tip backwards. Never travel or
transport the machine with the boom removed.
BF6-3
Therefore you should read and
! !
WARNING
Care and Alertness
! WARNING !
Raised Equipment
! DANGER !
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