SAFETY MACHINE OPERATION SAFETY SAFETY RULES FOR CHANGING MACHINE DIRECTIONS q Before traveling, position the upper structure so that the sprocket (1) is at the rear of the operator's cab. If the sprocket (1) is at the front of the operator's cab, the machine makes a movement reverse to the control lever movement (for example, forward becomes reverse, and left becomes right). Be careful to avoid such a reverse move- ment of the machine. q Before travelling, check again that there is no one in the surrounding area, and that there are no obstacles. q Before travelling, sound the horn to warn people in the area. q Always operate the machine only when seated.
q Do not allow anyone apart from the operator to ride on the machine. q Check that the travel alarm (if equipped) works properly. q Always lock the door and windows of the operator's com- partment in position (open or closed). On jobsites where there is a hazard of flying objects or of objects entering the operator's compartment, check that the door and windows are securely closed. q If there is an area to the rear of the machine which cannot be seen, position a signal person. Take special care not to hit other machines or people when turning or swinging the machine. Always be sure to carry out the above precautions even when the machine is equipped with mirrors. 2-26