Avant Tecno Oy Avant 850, Operator'S Manual

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Operating instructions Avant 850
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Starting the loader
Before start
Before starting the engine do the daily checks, see
page 102.
Adjust the seat and mirrors (if fitted) so that you have
a good working position and unrestricted field of
vision from the driver’s seat. Check that all controls
function correctly. Make sure that the operating area
is safe.
Check that the attachment is locked and connected
correctly, if an attachment is fitted.
Always make sure you have all operator's manuals
available. Read and follow all operating and safety
instructions.
Check the operating area is safe. If necessary:

Remove or mark obstacles at the operating
area.

Some tasks may require a safety distance to
other persons. Plan work ahead to ensure a
safe distance to people and to detect and to
avoid potential fragile surfaces at the work
area. See the operator's manual of each
attachment for more information.

If working at an area where there is other
traffic, ensure that proper workplace safety
procedures are in place. Use the warning
beacon of the loader, consider using a
reverse buzzer, and switch on lights of the
loader. Everyone should wear high visibility
clothing.
WARNING
Collision hazard - Prevent
unintended movements of the
loader. Keep hands and feet away
from other controls of the loader
while starting.
WARNING
Risk of suffocation - Do not start
the loader in enclosed space -
Exhaust emissions can kill
within minutes. Exhaust
emissions are toxic in concentrated
amounts. Do not operate the
loader in enclosed spaces or
insufficiently ventilated spaces, i.e.
open garage door first.
WARNING
Risk of fire, explosion, and
severe engine damage - Do not
use starting aid fluids. Use of
starting aid fluids, such as ether,
can cause fire, explosive noise,
and severe engine damage. Do not
use starting aids. Only additives
that comply with fuel standards
listed on page 35 can be mixed in
fuel. Never mix diesel with gasoline
or other fuels.
WARNING
Risk of injury and uncontrolled
motion - Never bypass the
normal controls of the starter.
Always use only the ignition key to
start the loader. Bypass of the
ignition key can cause sparks,
burns, fire, damage to the engine,
and contact with moving parts of
the engine.