Pre Start Inspection; Safety Instructions; Starting - Sakai RS45 Manual

• Observe all safety instructions and warnings attached to the machine.
• Make sure all safety instructions and warnings on the machine are complete and perfectly
legible.
• Stop the machine immediately in the event of any malfunction. Report any malfunction
immediately to the supervisor or other person of authority.
• Never make any modifications to the machine which might affect safety without the
manufacturer's approval.
• Always perform the recommended routine inspections and adjustments according to the
prescribed intervals.

1-5. Pre Start Inspection

• Inspect your machine daily. Ensure that the routine maintenance and lubrication are
properly performed. Repair or replace any malfunctioning, broken or missing parts before
using the machine. Refer to the inspection and maintenance or maintenance schedule in
the Operator's Manual.
• Check that all instructions and safety stickers are in place and readable.
• Never fi ll the fuel tank with the engine running or while near an open fl ame or while smoking.
• Always clean up any spilled fuel.
• Check for any warning tags placed on the machine, do not operate the machine until all
repairs have been made and warning tags have been removed by authorized personnel.
• Know how to shut-down or stop the machine immediately in case of emergency.
• Know the capabilities and limitations of the machine such as speed and gradeability.
• Be aware of the dimensions of the machine such as height, weight especially for
transporting.

1-6. Safety Instructions

• Take all necessary precautions to ensure that the machine is used only when in a safe and
reliable condition.
• Avoid any operational mode that might compromise safety.
• Operate the machine only if all protective and safety devices are in place and fully
functional.

1-7. Starting

• Watch that the warning lights and indicators during start-up and shutdown are working in
accordance with operating instructions.
• Watch that no one is in danger before starting and when moving the machine.
• When the engine is started, the rammer may hop around suddenly. Hold on to the handle
fi rmly and then start the engine. If you do not know the correct way to go about this, get help
from more experienced personnel before starting the engine.
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