SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION SAFETY LIFTING OBJECTS WITH BUCKET 2 As a basic rule it is prohibited to carry out operations lifting objects with this standard specification machine. LIFTING WORK USING BUCKET WITH HOOK As a basic rule, it is prohibited to carry out lifting operations. However, if the work fulfils the specified conditions and only if it fulfils the specified conditions, it is permitted to carry out lifting operations using a bucket with a hook. SAFETY RULES FOR LIFTING OBJECTS q Do not carry out lifting work on slopes, soft ground, or other places where the machine is not stable. q Use wire rope that conforms to the specified standard. q Do not exceed the specified lifting load.
For details of the maximum lifting load permitted for this machine, see “BUCKET WITH HOOK (6-7)“. q It is dangerous if a raised load hits any person or structure. When operating the swing or work equipment, always check carefully that the surrounding area is safe. q Do not operate the swing or work equipment suddenly. There is danger that it will cause the load to sway. q Do not use 2 machines to cooperate to lift the same load. This is dangerous. q Do not leave the operator's seat when there is a raised load. q With lifting operations, the machine is unstable and there is high risk of the machine tipping over, so avoid carrying out lifting operations as far as possible.
Lifting operations are particularly dangerous on slopes or in places where the ground surface is uneven. If it is necessary to travel with a raised load, always obey the following precautions to completely ensure safety in the surrounding area. q The ground surface must be flat. Never travel with a raised load on an uneven surface. If the travel path is not flat and horizontal, level the ground surface to make it flat. q Never travel with a raised load on soft ground. The track will sink into the ground surface and there is dan- ger that the machine may become unstable and tip over.
q Make the length of the rope as short as possible, make the working radius also as small as possible, and travel with the load carried at a maximum of 10 cm above the ground. To prevent the machine from tipping over, always be prepared to lower the load to the ground at any moment. q Travel slowly, and avoid starting or stopping suddenly or carrying out any action that will cause the load to swing. Use a guide rope or carry out other measures to prevent the load from swinging, and travel at slow speed. q Never operate the swing or work equipment when trav- eling with a raised load. 2-36