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PERSONNEL
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Be prepared for emergencies. Always have a first
aid kit and a working fire extinguisher with you
and know how to use each.
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Avoid loose fitting clothing, loose or uncovered
long hair, jewelry and loose personal articles.
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Know and use the protective equipment that is to
be worn when operating this machine. Hard hats,
protective glasses, protective shoes, gloves,
reflector type vests, respirators and ear protection
are examples of the type of equipment that may
be required.
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Certain protective equipment should be replaced
and renewed upon age and wear. Old or damaged
hard hats may not provide the same level of
protection as a new hard hat. Faded and soiled
vests are no longer as highly visible as new vests.
See the manufacturer's recommendation.
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Do not rush. Walk, do not run.
•
Know and use the hand signals required for
particular
jobs
and
responsibility for signaling.
GENERAL
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It is the responsibility of the operator to read and
understand the Operator's Manual and other
information
provided
operating
procedure.
operated only by qualified operators.
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DO NOT OPERATE this machine or perform
maintenance work if you have not had appropriate
training and read and fully understand the
instructions and warnings in this manual.
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Wear the seat belt to maximize the protection
capability of a ROPS (Roll Over Protective
Structure) when the machine is so equipped.
•
Inspect the ROPS and seat belt mounting bolts on
a daily basis to ensure their integrity.
•
Do not permit riders on the machine if there is no
manufacturer's designated place for a rider.
•
DO NOT use the bucket or attachment to lift
persons or carry riders on the machine.
•
Make sure that all protective guards, canopies,
doors, etc. are in place and secure.
•
Remove all loose object stored in the machine.
Remove all objects which do not belong in or on
the machine and its equipment.
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CHAPTER 2 - SAFETY, DECALS, AND HAND SIGNALS
OPERATOR PRECAUTIONS
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Issued 01-08 Bur
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING PRECAUTIONS
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Use the hand holds and steps with at least three
points of support when getting on and off the
machine. Keep steps and platform clean. Face the
machine when climbing up and down.
•
Do not jump off the machine.
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Do not dismount while the machine is in motion.
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Foreign material or grease on the steps and hand
rails can cause an accident. Keep the steps and
hand rails clean.
STARTING AND STOPPING PRECAUTIONS
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Walk around the machine and warn all personnel
who may be servicing the machine or are in the
machine path prior to starting. Do not start until all
personnel are clearly away from the machine.
Sound the horn, if equipped, before starting.
•
Walk around the machine's tool, attachment, or
furthermost contact point to view operation danger
area from the work site personnel view and angle.
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Check that the parking device is applied, place the
the
transmission in neutral or park as specified by the
manufacturer before starting the machine.
•
Adjust, secure and latch the seat and fasten the
seat belt before starting the machine.
•
Start and operate the machine only from the
operator's seat.
be
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Do not bypass the machine's neutral-start system.
The neutral-start system must be repaired if it
malfunctions.
•
Use booster cables only in the recommended
manner. Improper use can result in battery
explosion
Ventilate the battery area before using booster
cables. Make sure that using booster cables will
not interfere or harm electronic processing or
computer devices.
•
DO NOT OPERATE the engine in an enclosed
area without adequate ventilation.
•
Park the machine on level ground whenever
possible and apply the parking brake. On grades,
park the machine with the wheels or track
securely blocked.
•
Before leaving the operator's station, lower the
equipment to the ground, shut off the engine and
place the function cancellation lever into the
locked or up position.
•
Remove the starter key or disconnect switch when
leaving the machine parked or unattended.
or
unexpected
machine
motion.
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