Start-Up Procedure - Fayat Group BOMAG BM 500/15 Service Manual

General – Concerning your safety

1.2.6 Start-up procedure

1.2.6.1 Prior to starting up
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Loading ramps and transport vehicle must be free of grease, oil,
snow and ice.
For a 3-wheel machine use an additional middle loading ramp.
Make sure that persons are not endangered by the machine tipping
or sliding off. The instructing person must stand within the view of
the operator, but outside the danger area.
Do not use damaged or in any other way impaired lashing points.
Always use appropriate lifting and lashing means on the lifting and
lashing points.
Use lifting and lashing gear only in the prescribed direction of load
application.
Lifting tackle must not be damaged by machine components.
Secure the machine on the transport vehicle against rolling, slip-
ping and turning over.
Loads must only be attached and hoisted by an expert / capable
person.
Use only lifting gear and lifting tackle with sufficient load bearing
capacity for the weight to be loaded.
Fasten the lifting gear only at the specified lifting points.
Danger to the life of persons if they step or stand under a sus-
pended load.
When lifting the machine avoid uncontrolled movements of the
load. If necessary hold the load with guide ropes.
Use only machines which are serviced at regular intervals.
Become acquainted with the equipment, the control elements, the
working principle of the machine and the working area.
Use your personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety boots, if
necessary also goggles and ear protection).
Make sure that the machine is equipped with the required lighting
according to the requirements of the application.
Check the condition and correct fit of safety ropes, bolts, spring
plugs and other safety elements.
Do not take any loose objects with you or fasten them to the
machine.
Before mounting the machine check whether:
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persons or obstructions are beside or under the machine,
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that the machine is free of oily and combustible materials,
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that all grips, steps and platforms are free of obstacles, grease,
oils, fuel, dirt, snow and ice,
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that engine compartment door and all safety covers are closed
and locked.
BM 500/15