Dingo K9-2 Operation & Maintenance Manual
5
Safety
General Operation
Read, understand, and follow the
instructions in the operation and
maintenance manual before using the
Dingo. Improper use can result in injury.
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
all moving parts.
Allow only responsible adults who are
familiar with the Dingo and its operation to
use the Dingo.
It is the operators responsibility to
operate away from pedestrians and
establish appropriate isolation measures.
Never carry passengers, and keep pets and
bystanders away from the Dingo.
Do not refuel with the engine running, or
while you or someone near is smoking.
Do not operate any of the control levers
(including auxiliary lever) unless you are
standing with both feet on the platform and
firmly holding the grip handles.
Wear appropriate clothing including hard
hat, safety glasses, long pants, and safety
shoes.
Do not exceed the rated operating
capacity.
Do not place feet under the platform.
Watch where you are driving. Always look
down and behind, before and while
reversing.
WARNING
Engine exhaust
contains
Carbon Monoxide
, which is an
odourless, deadly poison. Carbon
Monoxide can kill you. Do not run engine
indoors or in a confined space.
Always lower Dingo arms and/or place
attachment on the ground when parking
or leaving the Dingo unattended. Always
stop the engine if leaving the operators
platform.
IMPORTANT
Do not carry a load or
heavy attachment with the Dingo arms in a
raised position. Do not step off the platform
with a load raised.
Never jerk the control levers. Use a steady
motion. Slow down before turning. Sharp
turns may cause loss of control.
Stop the engine before making any
adjustments to the attachments or the
machine.
WARNING
Never weld on or near the fuel
tank whether it is empty or full.
Do not operate on or near embankments.
Look out for ditches, holes, etc. and beware
of traffic when near roads.
Operate only in daylight or good artificial
lighting.
Do not operate equipment while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs, or while
otherwise impaired.
Use extra care while loading or unloading
the Dingo onto a trailer or truck.
Do not touch equipment or attachment parts
that may be hot from operation. Allow to
cool before attempting to maintain, adjust
or service.
Never let children or untrained people
operate or service the Dingo.
REMEMBER - Safety is your
responsibility.
