01 - Machine 03 - Safety 18 - Operating Safety Regulations clearly. Modification of the machine's configuration by the user (e.g. the fitting of large and non- approved attachments) may result in a restriction of the machine visibility. Obey all laws, worksite and local regulations which affect you and your machine. Electrical Power Cables Hands and Feet You could be electrocuted or badly burned if you get the machine or its attachments too close to electrical power cables. You are strongly advised to make sure that the safety arrangements on site comply with the local laws and regulations concerning work near electric power lines.
Before you start using the machine, check with your electricity supplier if there are any buried power cables on the site. There is a minimum clearance required for working beneath overhead power cables. You must obtain details from your local electricity supplier. Keep your hands and feet inside the machine. When using the machine, keep your hands and feet clear of moving parts. Keep your hands and feet within the operator compartment while the vehicle is in motion. Controls You or others can be killed or seriously injured if you operate the control levers from outside the machine. Operate the control levers only when you are correctly seated.
Working Platform Passengers Using the machine as a working platform is hazardous. You can fall off and be killed or injured. Never use the machine as a working platform unless with approved man-basket or man-crate (if applicable). Passengers in or on the machine can cause accidents. Do not carry passengers. Fires Machine Safety If your machine is equipped with a fire extinguisher, make sure it is checked regularly. Keep it in the correct machine location until you need to use it. Do not use water to put out a machine fire, you could spread an oil fire or get a shock from an electrical fire. Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam extinguishers.
Contact your nearest fire department as quickly as possible. Stop work at once if a fault develops. Abnormal sounds and smells can be signs of trouble. Examine and repair before resuming work. Hot Components Touching hot surfaces can burn skin. The engine and machine components will be hot after the unit has been running. Allow the engine and components to cool before servicing the unit. Roll Over Protection If the machine starts to roll over, you can be crushed if you try to leave the cab. If the machine starts to roll over, do not try and jump from the cab. Stay in the cab, with your seat belt fastened. Travelling at High Speeds Travelling at high speeds can cause accidents.
Always travel at a safe speed to suit working conditions. Confined Areas Pay extra attention to proximity hazards when operating in confined areas. Proximity hazards include buildings, traffic and bystanders. Hillsides Operating the machine on hillsides can be dangerous if the correct precautions are not taken. Ground conditions can be changed by rain, snow, ice etc. Check the site carefully. When applicable, keep all attachments low to the ground. Safe Working Loads Overloading the machine can damage it and make it unstable. Study the specifications in the Operator's Manual before using the machine. Visibility Lightning Accidents can be caused by working in poor visibility.
Use your lights to improve visibility. Keep the road lights, windows, mirrors and cameras clean (when fitted). Do not operate the machine if you cannot see If you are inside the machine during a lightning storm stay in the machine until the storm has passed. If you are outside of the machine during a lightning storm stay away from the machine until the storm 01 - 9 9813/6050-2 01 - 9