WARNING: Failure to follow these safety precautions may lead to a serious accident. SAFETY ! Do not leave tools, spare parts or personal items lying around in the operator's compartment. They may damage, break or jam the control levers or switches. Always put them in their proper place. ! 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. NEVER use bleach, dye or solvents on the seat belt because this may weaken the webbing and result in personal injury. Clean the seat belt with warm water and a mild detergent.
ALWAYS use seat belts when operating your machine. Adjust the operator’s seat to a position where it is easy to carry out operations. Seat belts ц See "12.3.2 ADJUSTMENT BEFORE OPERATION" on page 2-34. ! Check that the safety lock is at the LOCK position and the control levers are at the PARKING position. ! Check that the gauges work properly, For method of checking operation of gauges ц see “12.2 OPERATION AND CHECKS BEFORE START- ING” on page 2-27 ! Know the alternate exit routes from the operator's compartment for use in an emergency. ! If it is necessary to start the engine within an enclosed area, then provide adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes from the engine can be FATAL . !
If you handle fuel or flushing of oil or paint within an enclosed area, then provide adequate ventilation to prevent gas poisoning. ! Remove all dirt from the surface of the windows and lights to ensure good visibility. ! Adjust all mirrors to give the best view from the operator’s seat and clean the surface of the mirrors. If the mirror glass is damaged, replace it. ! Check that the head lamps and working lamps are installed to match the operating conditions. Check also that they light up properly. Correct and repair any abnormalities. 1-9 IN OPERATOR’S CAB VENTILATION FOR ENCLOSED AREAS PRECAUTIONS FOR MIRRORS, WINDOWS, AND LIGHTS