AVANT Collecting 1500, Operator'S Manual For Attachment

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3. Safety instructions for using the snow blower
Please bear in mind that safety is the result of several factors. The loader-attachment combination is highly
powerful and improper or careless use or maintenance may cause serious personal injury or property
damage. Due to this, all operators must carefully familiarise themselves about correct use and the operator's
manuals of both the loader and the attachment before starting operation. Do not use the attachment if you
have not completely familiarised yourself with its operation and the related hazards.
DANGER
Misuse, careless use, or using an attachment that is in poor condition, may
cause risk of serious injuries.
Familiarise yourself with the controls of the loader,
correct coupling procedure, and the correct way to operate the attachment at a safe
area. Study especially how to stop the equipment in a safe manner. Read all safety
precautions carefully.
Read all safety instructions carefully before handling the attachment
WARNING
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When attaching an attachment to the loader, ensure that the locking pins of the
loader's quick attach plate are in the lower position and that they have locked
the attachment to the loader. Never lift or move an unlocked attachment.
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The Snow blower 1500 is designed to be used by one operator at a time. Do not let
others near the danger area of the equipment when it is in use.
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Always transport the attachment as low as possible to keep the centre of gravity low,
and keep the telescopic boom retracted during driving.
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Risk of impact from sudden stop - Do not drive at high speed unless you can
be sure that there are no obstacles at the working area.
The loader may stop
suddenly if the snow blower hits an obstacle. Remember that there may be hidden
obstructions or fragile surfaces under the snow. Always use seat belt and drive with
caution.
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Operate only at well lit areas. Make sure that all lights of the loader are in good
condition, clean, and adjusted correctly. Extra work lights are recommended for the
loader when operating during dark. Mark any obstacle at the work area before
operating the snow blower to avoid collisions.
 Risk of thrown objects - Keep a safety distance of at least 5 metres between a
snow blower that is running and any person in vicinity. Keep in mind that the
snow blower will throw snow and any other objects entering the attachment at high
speed. The snow blower can throw e.g. small stones even distances over 30 metres.
Stop the snow blower if there are persons or fragile objects at the direction of the
discharge chute of the snow blower.
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Risk of thrown objects - Keep the discharge chute directed away from other
persons or fragile objects.
. Make sure that the rotation of discharge chute works
smoothly, and that the discharge chute protector and throwing height deflectors are
securely fastened. Lock the manual throwing height adjustment securely.
 Risk of entanglement and severing near the snow blower - Follow safe
stopping procedure before leaving the driver's seat. Never leave the driver’s seat
when the snow blower is running or when the auxiliary hydraulics control lever of the
loader is locked on. Always keep hands and feet away from moving parts and use
additional tools to clear any blockage of the blower.