Safety - Section 2 OM2025.1 Page 2-2 General Safety LEAVING THE OPERATOR’S SEAT When preparing to leave the operator’s seat, do not touch any control lever that is not locked. To prevent accidental operations from occurring , always carry out the following: Move the shift control lever to the Neutral position (N) and set the parking lever/switch to the PARKING position. Stop the engine. When leaving the machine, always lock everything. Always remember to take the key with you. If the machine should suddenly move or move in an unexpected way, this may result in serious bodily injury or death. Lower the dump body, set the dump lever to the FLOAT position.
MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING NEVER jump on or off the machine. NEVER get on or off a moving machine. Never hold any control levers when getting on or off the machine. When getting on or off the machine, face the machine and use the handhold and steps. Always maintain three-point contact with the handholds and steps to ensure that you support yourself. When bringing tools to the operator’s compartment, always pass them by hand or pull them up by rope. If there is any oil, grease, or mud on the handholds or steps, wipe it off immediately. Always keep these parts clean. Repair any damage and tighten any loose bolts.
Use the handrails and steps marked by arrows in the diagram below when getting on or off the machine. FIRE PREVENTION FOR FUEL AND OIL Fuel, oil, and antifreeze can be ignited by a flame. Fuel is particularly FLAMMABLE and can be HAZARDOUS. Keep flame away from flammable fluids. Stop the engine and do not smoke when refueling. Tighten all fuel and oil tank caps securely. Refueling and oiling should be made in well ventilated areas. Keep oil and fuel in the determined place and do not allow unauthorized persons to enter.