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5. Use extreme caution when operating close to the edge
of a ditch, a canal or a steep bank.
6. Never attempt to carry out any adjustments on the
machine while it is in motion or while the engine is
running.
7. Danger of death by electrocution!
Pay special attention to the overhead power lines.
Make sure the machine has sufficient clearance to
pass in all directions (also with raised or opened ma-
chine components). Also think of the radio aerial(s)
or any other accessory or parts which may have been
added afterwards.
High voltage lines may require significant clearance for
safety. Contact local authorities or utilities to obtain
safe clearance distances from high voltage power lines.
Should a contact between the machine and an electric
power line occur, then the following precautions must
be taken: Stop the machine movement immediately,
stop the engine and apply the parking brake.
Check if you can safely leave the cab or your actual po-
sition without direct contact with electric wires. If not,
stay in your position and call for help. If you can leave
your position without touching the lines, jump off the last
step or support position to ensure that there is NO con-
tact between any part of your body, the machine and
the ground at the same time. Never touch the machine
afterwards until power to the lines has been shut off.
2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
When people approach the machine, warn them not to
touch the machine but to ask the electric power supply
company to shut off the power to the lines.
8.
Never apply the differential lock when turning. When
engaged, the differential lock will prevent the ma-
chine from turning.
9.
Ensure the engine is shut off and wait until the ma-
chine has completely stopped before opening any of
the guards.
THERE ARE ROTATING PARTS UNDER THE
GUARDS WHICH MAY CONTINUE ROTATING
AFTER THE MACHINE HAS BEEN STOPPED.
Look and listen for evidence of rotating parts before
opening any of the guards.
10. Do not operate machine during a thunderstorm.
If you are on the ground during a thunderstorm, stay
away from machinery and equipment. Seek shelter
in a permanent, protected structure.
If a lightning from a thunderstorm should strike during
operation, remain in the cab. Do not leave the cab or
operator's platform. Do not make contact with the
ground or objects outside the machine.
11. Dust can cause ''farmer's lung'' disease. It may also
contain harmful spraying residues. Keep the cab
door and window closed during operation. Wear a
dust mask when cleaning the air filters or accumu-
lated dust in the machine.
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