Approved Use; Unapproved Use - Kubota U17-3a Operating Instructions Manual

Approved use

The excavators specified in these operating instructions may only be used for loosening, excavating, lifting, trans-
porting and dumping soils, rocks and other materials, as well as for work with the dozer or with a breaker. The load
may be transported largely without driving the excavator. Do not exceed the maximum lifting capacity.
Approved use also includes:
Observation of all notes in these operating instructions
Regular servicing
Regular safety inspections

Unapproved use

Any improper use – i.e. any deviation from the information in the "Approved use" section (page 16) of the excava-
tors documented in these operating instructions – is considered unapproved use. This also applies to the failure
to observe the standards and guidelines listed in these operating instructions.
Hazards can occur as a result of improper use. Such improper uses include:
Using the excavator to lift loads without suitable load lifting equipment
Using the excavator in contaminated environments
Using the excavator in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation
Using the excavator under conditions of extreme temperatures (extreme heat or cold)
Using the excavator for underground work
Using the excavator to transport persons in the bucket
Using the excavator for demolition without the appropriate equipment
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Safety rules
W9232-8135-6
12/2015