PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION SAFETY WARNING: For reasons of safety, always follow these safety precautions. PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION BEFORE STARTING ENGINE SAFETY AT WORKSITE G Before starting the engine, thoroughly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous. G Before starting the engine, examine the terrain and soil condi- tions of the worksite. Determine the best and safest method of operation. G Make the slope as horizontal as possible before continuing operations. G If you need to operate on a street, protect pedestrians and cars by designating a person for worksite traffic duty or by installing fences around the worksite.
G If water lines, gas lines, and high-voltage electrical lines may be buried under the worksite, contact each utility and identify their locations. Be careful not to sever or cut any of these lines. G Check the depth and flow of water before operating in water or crossing a river. NEVER be in water which is in excess of the permissible water depth. Permissible water depth see “PRECAUTIONS FOR OPERATION” on page 126. AE341030A FIRE PREVENTION G Thoroughly remove wood chips, leaves, paper and other flammable things accumulated on the engine compartment. They could cause a fire. G Check fuel, lubrication, and hydraulic systems for leaks. Have any leaks repaired.
Wipe up any excess oil, fuel or other flam- mable fluids. Check point see “WALK-AROUND CHECK” on page 93. G Be sure a fire extinguisher is present and working. IN OPERATOR’S CAB G Do not leave tools or spare parts lying around in the opera- tor’s compartment. They may damage or break the control levers or switches. Always put them in the tool box on the left or right side of the machine. G Keep the cab floor, controls, steps and handrails free of oil, grease, snow, and excess dirt. Handling seat belt “USING THE SEAT BELT” on page 102 22