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Avant 220/225
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Operation on uneven surfaces,
gradients, and near excavations
Extra caution is needed when using the equipment
on inclined terrains and slopes. Drive slowly
especially on inclined, uneven, or slippery surfaces,
and avoid sudden changes in speed or direction.
Operate the controls of the loader with careful and
smooth movements. Watch out for ditches, holes on
the ground, and other obstacles, as hitting an
obstacle may cause the loader to tip over.
Overturning of machine can lead to death or
serious injury
WARNING
The stability and the load handling
capacity of the loader are
significantly reduced on inclined
terrains and maximum lifting
capacity can be achieved only on
firm, level ground. On horizontally
tilted terrain the load must be kept
close to the ground and must
never be lifted high.
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Handle heavy loads only on even surfaces.
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Drive very slowly on uneven terrains. Load,
unload, and turn the machine on flat level ground
only. Lifting a load or turning on uneven surfaces
can lead to loss of stability.
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Do not drive on too steep a gradient - watch out
for ditches, manholes and steep gradients, which
may cause the loader to tip over.
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Never drive along an excavation. Note that the
excavation or trench may suddenly cave in.
Exercise extreme caution when driving near
ditches or embankments, and avoid driving along
a ditch or trench, as the machine could suddenly
tip over if an edge caves in. Avoid driving along
trenches and keep at least a distance equal to
width of a trench.
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Do not park the machine on a surface with a
gradient. Should this be necessary, engage the
parking brake and preferably turn the machine
sideways and put down the load. If needed, use
chocks behind the wheels.
Personal safety and protective
equipment
Wear safe clothing and personal protective
equipment.
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Protect yourself against work hazards like noise,
ejecting debris or dust for example.
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Follow regulations regarding protective
equipment. Wear eye protection and hard hat or
other protective equipment as needed.
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Read Operator's Manual of the attachment for
more information about protective equipment
needed in the work.
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The noise level at the driver's
seat may exceed 85 dB(A).
Wear hearing protection while
working with the loader.
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Wear protective gloves.
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Wear safety boots whenever
working with the loader.
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Wear safety glasses when
handling hydraulic components.
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Always fasten seat belt while
operating the machine.
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When working at construction
sites,
a safety helmet is
recommended and may be
mandatory in addition to the
falling
objects protective
structure (FOPS) on the loader.
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Depending on work and working
area, also a respirator mask may
be required. Find out about other
necessary safety equipment at
your specific work site.