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16) Wear ear defenders if noise levels are considered high to prevent ear damage.
17) Suitable protective clothing, footwear, gloves, eye protection and hard hat must be used by
the operator when using, servicing or maintaining the winch.
18) Machine may cause additional fire hazard if involved in an existing fire due to petrol/diesel, oil
and hydraulic oils involved, suitable precautions against possible fire must be taken before
the winch is used.
19) No personnel are to be in manholes or ducts when the Machine is being operated, (if
applicable).
20) Be aware of hot exhaust gases expelled from the engine exhaust silencer, no personnel to be
in the vicinity of the engine exhaust outlet when the engine is running.
21) The machine must be operated on firm ground in a level and stable condition
suitably anchored down for the pulling operation to be undertaken.
22) Always ensure that the winch is in line with the direction of the pull, failure to
do so may result in permanent damage to the chassis or drum frame.
23) Stay clear of cables or lines under tension.
24) Never try to release the hydraulic hoses when the hoses are pressurised.
25) Escaping fluids under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious personal injury.
26) Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Do not use your hands.
27) Check for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Do not use your hands.
28) When towing ensure that the rope drum is fixed securely.
29) Do not allow the hoses to come in to contact with any harmful substances that may cause
damage.
30) Ensure all hydraulic connections are securely tightened before operating the machine.
31) Never re-fuel the engine mounted fuel tank whilst the engine is running, the engine must be
stopped and allowed to cool down.
32) When re-fuelling always ensure that the correct grade of fuel is used and that no fuel is spilt.
33) During draining/filling of hydraulic oil, engine oil and fuel always ensure that none of the liquid
is spilt.
34) Do not use the winch if lighting levels are poor, such that make operation hazardous.
35) When topping up or re-filling the hydraulic oil tank always ensure that the correct grade of
hydraulic oil is used and that no hydraulic oil is spilt.
36) When topping up or re-filling with engine oil always ensure that that the correct grade is used
and that no engine oil is spilt.
