iii Safety Notes
June 2004 - 9507ES/5
WARNING
Observe the Following Points for Your Safety and Protection
Operatorsandmaintenance personnelmustalwayscomplywith thefollowingsafetyprecautions.These precautionsaregiven
hereforyoursafety.Reviewthemcarefullybeforeoperatingthemachineandbeforeperforminggeneralmaintenanceorrepairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional precautions relating to the specific work area and local safety regulations.
zBefore operating the machine ensure you have had proper training and are fully conversant with the machine and
itsoperation-IfinDoubtASK!
zReadthisinstructionmanualcarefullybeforeoperatingthemachine.Ensurethisinstructionmanualiskeptwiththe
machineatall times and is in good condition - replace themanualimmediatelyif it becomes dirty, damaged or lost.
zDecals are fitted to the machine for safety purposes and MUST be replaced immediately if they are unreadable or
lost.Ifthemachine isrepairedandpartshave beenreplaced onwhichdecals werefixed ensurenewdecals arefitted
before the machine is put into service.
zAlwaysmakesurethereisadequateventilationaroundthemachine.Neverruntheengineinanenclosedareawithout
good ventilation or next to combustible materials.
zStop the engine before refuelling, if there is a spillage mop it up and do not start the engine until it is safe again.
zTheexhaustgetsextremelyhot.Donotplaceanythingontopofitandkeepallcombustiblematerialsclear.Donot
attempt any maintenance on a hot engine.
zBe familiar with all prohibited work areas such as excessive slopes and dangerous terrain conditions.
zCheck your local laws and regulations, the engine may require a spark arrester etc.
zDo not inspect or clean the machine with the engine running.
zBefore carrying out maintenance on the hydraulic system ensure the hydraulic fluid is cool and there is no residual
pressurein the hydraulic circuit-hydraulicfluidleakingunderpressurecanpenetratetheskin.
zMake sure you, and anyone else who uses the machine, have been trained to operate it safely.
zA hard hat, safety boots, safety glasses and reflective clothing must be worn at all times.
zEstablish a training programme for all operators to ensure safe operation.
zDo not operate the machine unless thoroughly trained and are physically and mentally fit.
zDo not operate the machine if it is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely and correctly assembled.
zDo not operate the machine if you are unfit to do so because of alcohol or drugs etc.
zBefore performing any maintenance on the machine, place a warning tag on the machine to prevent accidental start-up.
Put the locking bar into position to prevent the front and rear chassis moving and creating a crushing zone.
zThe air taken in by the oil cooler fan, if fitted, must be free of dust and debris.
zEnsure the ROPS/FOPS is not damaged.
zWhen loading a dumper skip, no person should be on the machine.
zDo not carry passengers.
zKeep footplates and steps free from dirt, oil, snow, ice etc.
zCheck seat belts daily.
zDo not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Do not add coolant to a hot engine.
zAlways park the machine safely on firm, level ground where it will not cause an obstruction or danger - chock the
wheelsifnecessary.DONOTLEAVETHEENGINERUNNINGorthestartkeyinthestartswitch.
zBefore taking the machine on public roads ensure the machine complies with all road traffic regulations and obey
alldrivinglaws.
zTyreChangesandrepairstoPuncturedTyresMUSTonlybecarriedoutbyfullytrainedOperativesusingthecorrect
equipment. The manufacturer of this machine recommends a competent firm is employed to carry out these tasks.
zIfthemachineshouldrollover,theOperatormustgripthesteeringwheelfirmlyallowingtheseatbelttorestrain
themintheseatuntilthemachinecomestorest.
General Safety Notes
