7. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. 1-8 WHEN STARTING ENGINE ‡ Walk around your machine again just before mounting it, and check for people and objects that might be in the way. ‡ Never start the engine if a warning tag has been attached to control lever 1. ‡ When starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert. ‡ Start and operate the machine only while seated. ‡ An additional worker may ride in the machine only when sitting in the passenger seat. Do not allow anyone to ride on the machine body. ‡ Do not short circuit the starting motor to start the engine. This is not only dangerous, but may also damage the machine.
‡ For machines equipped with the backup alarm, check that the alarm works properly. DO NOT operate When this plate is not being used keep it in the storage compartment. 09963-03000 IN OPERATOR’S CAB ‡ Do not leave tools or spare parts lying around in the operator’s compartment. They may damage or break the control levers or switches. Always put them in the tool box on the right side of the machine. ‡ Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handrails free of oil, grease, snow, and excess dirt. ‡ Check the seat belt, buckle and hardware for damage or wear. Replace any worn or damaged parts. Always use seat belts when operating your machine. Seat belt © See “12.1.3 ADJUSTMENT BEFORE OPERATION”.