SAFETY Equipment of OPG In case the machine is operated in areas where the possibility of falling stones or debris exists, equip genuine Hitachi OPG guard. Contact your nearest Hitachi dealer for installation method of the OPG guard. Depending on the specifications applied to your machine, modification of the machine to meet ROPS standards will be possible. To maintain unimpaired operator protection and manufacture's protective structure. Damaged ROPS, OPG guard must be replaced, not repaired or revised. Any alternation to the ROPS or OPG guard must be approved by the manufacturer. ROPS : Roll Over Protective Structure OPG :
Operator Protective Guard Provide Signals for Jobs Involving Multiple Machines In case more than one machine is operated in the same job site, accidental collision between machines may cause serious injury or death. For jobs involving multiple machines, provide signals commonly known by all personnel involved. Also, appoint a signal person to coordinate the job site. Make sure that all personnel obey the signal person’s directions. SA-481 Confirm Direction of Machine to be Driven Incorrect travel pedal/lever operation may result in serious injury death. Before driving the machine, confirm the position of the undercarriage in relation to the operator’s position.
If the travel motors are located towards the front of the cab, the machine will move in the reverse direction when travel pedals/levers are operated. SA-1294 S-10