Precautions For Operating Machine - Hitachi ZAXIS 450LC-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 machine, 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
operating 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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