Case 580ST, Operator'S Manual

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6 - WORKING OPERATIONS
Lifting loads
CAUTION
IMPROPER OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE CAN CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
Make sure that you comply with the local lifting regulations (if any). Contact your dealer for more
details.
Failure to comply could result in minor or moderate injury.
C0162A
CAUTION
Avoid injury!
Follow ALL of the precautions listed below.
Failure to comply could result in minor or moderate injury.
C0125A
Safety instructions
NOTE: The backhoe is NOT a crane. For this reason, always be very careful when you lift a load with the backhoe.
Handling of hanging loads to complete the working cycle is allowed, provided that the machine is equipped with the
relevant option, provided on demand. Suspended loads must be handled in strict compliance with the relevant national
regulations and with the safety instructions given in this manual.
The anti-drop valves located on the cylinders of the loader and backhoe attachment, the lifting load table located in
the cab, and the hook on the link of the bucket linkage are safety devices. The lack of one of them or a damaged item
make the machine unfit for use.
Before handling suspended loads, check that the valves do not show clear evidence of damage or anomalous noise.
In the event anomalous conditions are found, contact the Dealer; in the meantime, do not use the machine for handling
suspended loads. Check that the lifting device (hooks, chains, etc.) is in perfect conditions, without any sign of
excessive wear. The device can be used exclusively to lift parts not anchored to the ground. Never use it for towing,
uprooting or tearing operations. In any case, comply with the current regulations in force as regards checking these
devices (not supplied with the machine).
Check that the safety valves operate correctly. A pressure setting check must be carried out every six months in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Consult your Dealer.
NOTICE: Any safety valve system different from the one provided cannot be used to lift loads. Consult your Dealer.
For load lifting, it is mandatory that the machine is equipped with safety valves applied on the cylinders of the backhoe
attachment and on the cylinders of the stabilizers, with a load lifting chart corresponding to the type of machine and
attachments used, and with a roll-over (anti-tipping) protection alarm.
In order to prevent injuries, do not exceed the nominal load capacity of the machine. If the machine is not on a level
surface, the load capacity is reduced. In any case, always proceed with extreme care.
Suspended loads can rotate and swing in all directions; therefore, there is the dangerous possibility that they hit
persons or the cab of the machine. In order to limit this danger, it is absolutely required that all bystanders are moved
away from the operating range of the machine and that the load is handled slowly. In the event the load rotates or
swings during handling, slow down until the machine stops and lower the load slowly to the ground; then, correct the
way it is slung.
Machine preparation
NOTE: In all scenarios that multiple images appear the
following is valid; Figure A applies to models with an over-
lapping cylinder boom. Figure B applies to model 580T/
580ST with an in-line cylinder boom.
1. Know and understand each signal from the signalman
before you start.
2. Always know the location of all workers and/or by-
standers in your working area.
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