SAFETY AVOID POWER LINES Serious injury or death can result from contact with electric lines. Never move any part of the machine or load closer to any electric line than 3 m (10 ft) plus twice the line insulator length. 29-E01A-0455 SA-455 PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION If the front attachment or any part of the machine comes in contact with an overhead obstacle, both the machine and the overhead obstacle may be- come damaged, and personal injury may result. Take care to avoid coming in contact with over- head obstacles with the bucket or arm during op- eration. PRECAUTIONS FOR LIGHTENING The machine is vulnerable to lighting strikes.
In the event of an electrical storm, immediately stop operation, and lower the bucket to the ground. Evacuate to a safe place far away from the machine. After the electrical storm has passed, check all of the machine safety devices for any failure. If any failed safety devices are found, operate the ma- chine only after repairing them. OBJECT HANDLING If a lifted load should fall, any person nearby may be struck by the falling load or may be crushed under- neath it, resulting in serious injury or death. When using the machine for craning operations, be sure to comply with all local regulations. Do not use damaged chains or frayed cables, sables, slings, or ropes.
Before craning, position the upperstructure with the position of the bucket support located on the chassis at the front. Move the load slowly and carefully. Never move it suddenly. Keep all persons well away from the load. Never move a load over a person's head. Do not allow anyone to approach the load until it is safely and securely situated on supporting blocks or on the ground. Never attach a sling or chain to the bucket teeth. They may come off, causing the load to fall. SA-132 032-E01A-0132 SA-16