SAFETY 2.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS l Always keep at a distance from the edges of building pits and slopes. l Avoid any operation that might be a risk to machine stability. l Never travel across slopes; always keep the working equip- ment and the load close to the ground, especially when trav- elling downhill. l On sloping terrain always adapt your travelling speed to the prevailing ground conditions. Never change to a lower gear on a slope but always before reaching it. l Before leaving the driver’s seat always secure the machine against inadvertent movement and unauthorized use.
SPECIAL WORK IN CONJUNCTION WITH UTILIZA- TION OF THE MACHINE AND MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS DURING OPERATION; DISPOSAL OF PARTS AND CONSUMABLES l Observe the adjusting, maintenance and inspection activities and intervals set out in the Operation,- Lubrication and Main- tenance Manual, including information on the replacement of parts and equipment. These activities may be executed by skilled personnel only. l Brief operating personnel before beginning special operations and maintenance work, and appoint a person to supervise the activities.
l In any work concerning the operation, conversion or adjust- ment of the machine and its safety-oriented devices or any work related to maintenance, inspection and repair, always observe the start-up and shut-down procedures set out in the Operation,- Lubrication and Maintenance Manual and the information on maintenance work. l Ensure that the maintenance area is adequately secured. l If the machine is completely shut down for maintenance and repair work, it must be secured against inadvertent starting by:
m locking the principal control elements and removing the ignition key and/or m attaching a warning sign to the main switch l Carry out maintenance and repair work only if the machine is positioned on stable and level ground and has been secured against inadvertent movement and buckling. l To avoid the risk of accidents, individual parts and large assemblies being moved for replacement purposes should be carefully attached to lifting tackle and secured. Use only suit- able and technically perfect lifting gear and suspension sys- tems with adequate lifting capacity. Never work or stand under suspended loads. 21