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Remember to wear proper protective clothing:
The noise level at the driver's seat may exceed 85 dB(A). Wear hearing protection
while working with the loader.
Wear protective gloves.
Wear safety boots whenever working with the loader.
Wear safety glasses when handling hydraulic components.
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. Find out about other necessary safety equipment at your specific work site.
Safe stopping of the attachment, before going near the attachment:
Always stop the attachment following safe stopping procedure before leaving the
driver's seat. Safe stopping procedure prevents all unintentional movements of the
attachment. Note that the loader boom can move down even if the engine of the
loader is turned off. Safe stopping procedure:
Lower the boom and the attachment on the ground.
Shut down the loader engine and lock the parking brake.
Release residual pressure from the hydraulic system; move all hydraulic control
levers to their extreme positions a couple of times.
Prevent starting of the machine, remove ignition key.
Make sure the grapple is completely lowered before leaving the attachment
unattended.