SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SECTION 2 Page 3 2.1. GENERAL WORK SAFELY – FOLLOW THESE RULES This symbol and text with bold letters is used throughout this manual to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety. Observe and follow these instructions. Be certain anyone operating and servicing this machine is aware of these rules. Failure to follow these rules may result in injury or death. WARNING!: The machine can only be operated by a person who is familiar with this manual, knows operation of the machine and its mechanisms, experienced and properly licensed to operate such machines. Carefully observe and follow all instructions provided in this manual.
The instructions and information given in this section do not cover all you ought to know to operate the machine safely. Detailed instructions regarding operational safety appear in the following sections of this manual. Human error is a contributing factor in most equipment-related injuries. Haste, carelessness and lack of training are the primary causes of injuries. Most operating injuries occur because of excessive speed, loss of control, failure to observe warning signs, slipping or falling while entering or dismounting, a lack of bars on roadways or piles, lack of a ROPS or seat belt, or not watching in the direction of travel.
Most maintenance injuries occur during welding or when using hammers or wrenches. The most common faults are improper work position, a slipped tool, missed aim, a broken tool, flying chips and no welding hood. Think before you act. A careful operator or maintenance man is the best insurance against an accident. Always wear proper safety equipment. Avoid wearing jewelry and loose fitting clothing; they could catch on moving parts, which could result in serious injury or death. Hard hat, sturdy rough-soled work shoes or safety shoes, ear protectors, reflective clothing, safety glasses and heavy gloves may be required. Consult your employer for specific safety equipment requirements.
Each job site and application may have personal safety requirements. Carefully evaluate your particular application and machine for equipment such as heater and defroster, all windshield wipers, warning lights, side view and rearview mirrors, back-up alarms, fire extinguisher, rotating beacons and additional lights. If in doubt, contact your distributor. The machine should be equipped with a fully charged fire extinguisher. All personnel should be instructed in proper usage. Recharge immediately after use. A dry powder fire extinguisher is placed in the cab on the right hand side of the operator’s seat (Grammer seat, Fig. 2.1).
It is placed in a holder preventing uncontrolled movement during machine operation. In case of a fire the extinguisher can be easily removed from the holder. The extinguisher is provided with a label containing the instructions of its use and application. The operator should be familiar with these instructions. DRESSTA TD-25H