1.1 Training
◆Read the instructions carefully. You should be familiar
with all controls, switches etc. and with how to use the
equipment correctly.
◆To use the motor barrow, the operator must be over 18
years of age and have normal mental condition and
mobility. Relevant legislation may mandate a different
age limit for operators of the motor barrow in specific
situations.
◆Remember that the operator is responsible for any
accidents or hazardous situations that may occur
involving other people or their property.
◆The operator should be given adequate instructions for
using the motor barrow. These instructions should focus
on:
1) The need to be careful and focused when working
with self-propelled machines.
2) The fact that the operator must have a good
overview of what is happening in front of/behind the
vehicle - especially where other people may be
present.
The most common causes of accidents are:
1) Lack of overview;
2) The operator's knowledge of the vehicle is
insufficient;
3) Overly steep terrain conditions;
4) Insufficiently stable terrain;
5) The vehicle being used in conditions with insufficient
space.
1.2 Preparation
◆Be sure not to wear loose clothing when driving.
◆Ensure that he machine is adequately charged. HG does
not recommend driving with less than 15% battery
capacity
◆Ensure that the machine holds sufficient hydraulic oil for
the tipping function.
◆Top up hydraulic oil if required, before activating the
main switch and ignition key to ON position. Never
remove the hydraulic tank cap or top up the hydraulic oil
while the motor is running or hot.
◆In case of spilling hydraulic oil, do not attempt to turn on
the machine until the hydraulic oil spilled on the machine
has been removed. Hydraulic oil can create very slippery
surfaces and can thus increase the risk of accidents while
driving.
◆If you get hydraulic oil on your skin, you should wash your
skin thoroughly with soap. If irritation persists, consult a
physician
◆Ingestion of hydraulic oil is potentially fatal.
1.3 Noise and vibration levels
1.3.1 Noise level
According to ISO 6396, the highest energy equivalent sound
pressure level is 87 dB (A) at the operator location, measured
during simulated operating conditions between driving and
tipping.
The uncertainty of the above measurements is ± 2 dB.
HG recommends the use of hearing protection, even if the noise
is below the statutory limit.
1.3.2 Vibration level
According to ISO 1032, the maximum weighted arm/hand
vibration level at the operator location, measured at empty skip
tipping and maximum motor speed, is:
ahv = 5.0 m/s2.
