. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION OPERATION 2 - 22 CHECKS BEFORE STARTING OPER ATION move the machine to a wide area where there are no obstructions, and operate r the machine. eering, travel, and brake systems. When carrying out the checks, slowly. Do not allow anyone nea Always fasten your seat belt. Check the operation of the st eering, travel, and brake systems. Check for any problem in the sound of the machine, vibration, heat, smell, or gauges; check also that there is no leakage of oil or fuel. If any problem is found, carry Before traveling or carryin PRECAUTIONS WHEN TRAVELING I N FORWARD OR REVERSE ain that there is no one in the ere are no obstacles.
orn to warn people in the area. only when seated. Before travelling, check ag surrounding area, and that th Before travelling, sound the h Always operate the machine If another person is allowed o n the machine, that person may sit only in the assistant's seat. (backup warning buzzer) works the window of the operator's Check that the backup alarm properly. Always close the door and compartment and check that the door lock is applied. of the machine which cannot be If there is an area to the rear seen, position a signal person . Take special care not to hit other machines or people when tur ning or swinging the machine.
Always be sure to carry out the above precautions even when the machine is equipped with mirror s.