Precautions For Operating Machine - Hitachi Zaxis 850LC-3 Operator's Manual

PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATING MACHINE

• General Precautions for Operating Machine
• Always be seated in the operator's station when operating
the machine.
• Before starting the engine, or driving or swinging the ma-
chine, check that there are no bystanders or obstructions
around the machine. Use the horn or other signals to
warn the bystanders.
• If visual sight is obstructed, be sure to use a signal/guide
person. Always keep the signal/guide person in view.
• Thoroughly learn and coordinate the meanings of all signs
and signals. Appoint one qualified signal/guide person.
• Keep bystanders or obstructions away from the operating
area of the machine.
• Driving the Machine Safely
• Always be alert for the safety of bystanders.
• Before driving the machine, find out which way to move
the travel levers for the direction you want to drive the
machine.
• Avoid Injury from Back-Over and Swing Accident
During swing or backing up operation, operator's visual
sight is obstructed, leading to a potential accident. If visual
sight is obstructed, used a signal/guide person.
• Always check that everyone is kept away from the operat-
ing area of the machine before swinging or backing up
the machine.
• Use the horn or signals to warn bystanders not to enter
into the operating area of the machine.
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