OM2033 Safety - Section 20 General Safety Page 20-5 CHECK WHEN TRAVELING IN REVERSE ENSURE GOOD VISIBILITY When working in dark places, install working lamps and head lamps, and set up lighting in the work area if necessary. Before operating the machine or work equipment, do as follows: Stop operations if the visibility is poor, such as in mist, snow, or rain, and wait for the weather to improve to a condition that allows the operation to be carried out safely. Sound the horn to warn people in the area.
OPERATE CAREFULLY ON SNOW When working on snowy or icy roads, there is danger that the machine may slip to the side on even the slightest slope, so always travel slowly and avoid sudden starting, turning, or stopping. Check that there is no one near the machine. Be particularly careful to check behind the machine. If necessary, designate a person to check the safety. This is particularly necessary when traveling in reverse. Be extremely careful when carrying out snow- clearing operations. The road shoulder and other objects are buried in the snow and cannot be seen. When operating in areas that may be hazardous or have poor visibility, designate a person to direct work site traffic.
When traveling on snow-covered roads, always install tire chains. Do not allow any one to enter the line of travel of the machine. This rule must be strictly observed even on machines equipped with a backup alarm or rear view mirror. AVOID DAMAGE TO DUMP BODY When working in tunnels, on bridges, under electric cables, or when entering a parking place or any other place where there are height limits, always drive extremely carefully and lower the dump body completely before driving the machine. TRAVELING When traveling on rough ground, travel at low speed. When changing direction, avoid turning suddenly. Lower the dump body and set the dump lever to the FLOAT position when traveling.
DO NOT GO CLOSE TO HIGH-VOLTAGE CABLES Going close to high-voltage cables can cause electric shock. Always maintain the safe distance given below between the machine and the electric cable. If the engine should stop when the machine is traveling, the steering wheel will not work, and it will be dangerous to drive the machine. Apply the brakes immediately and stop the machine. TRAVELING ON SLOPES Traveling on slopes could result in the machine tipping over or slipping. Do not change direction on slopes. To ensure safety, go down to level ground before turning. Do not travel up and down on grass, fallen leaves, or wet steel plates.
These materials may make the machine slip on even the slightest slope. Take all possible steps to avoid traveling sideways, and always keep the travel speed low. The following actions are effective in preventing accidents: When traveling downhill, use the retarder to reduce speed. Do not turn the steering wheel suddenly. Do not use the foot brake except in an emergency. 1) Wear shoes with rubber or leather soles. 2) Use a signalman to give warning if the machine approaches too close to the electric cable. If the engine should stop on a slope, apply the brakes fully and apply the parking brake, also, to stop the machine.
If the work equipment should touch the electric cable, the operator should not leave the operator's compartment. Voltage Minimum Safety Distance 6.6 kV 3 m 10 ft. 33.0 kV 4 m 14 ft. 66.0 kV 5 m 17 ft. 154.0 kV 8 m 27 ft. 275.0 kV 10 m 33 ft.