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INTRODUCTION
SECTION 1
Page 7
DRESSTA TD-25M EXTRA
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
When operating the machine, look in the intended direction of travel and the immediate machine
operational area to be sure personnel or allied equipment does not interfere with the machine work
pattern.
Never try to get on or off the machine while it is moving. A serious injury or death could result.
Never shift the transmission into neutral when traveling downhill. The machine may go out of
control and a rollover could result or the transmission, torque converter or engine could be
damaged when the transmission is again placed in gear. Always put the transmission in low gear
before starting downhill. Use the decelerator and brake pedal to slow the machine.
Avoid side hill travel whenever possible. Drive straight up and down the slope. If the machine starts
slipping sideways on a grade, turn downhill immediately.
If possible avoid crossing obstacles such as ridges, rocks or logs. If you can't avoid them, reduce
speed and ease over the obstacle at an angle.
A machine's weight and the vibration it creates can cause the edge of a high wall to collapse. Keep
your machine away from the edges of banks and excavations. If it is not possible to avoid turn the
machine front towards the bank edge or excavation.
Travel slowly in congested areas or on rough ground, slopes or near drop-offs or on snow, ice or
slippery surfaces.
Maintain a safe distance between your machine and other vehicles according to the condition of
the road and load.
Never hold the hydraulic controls in their extreme position after the equipment has reached its
maximum travel. This could cause overheating of the hydraulic system.
Do not adjust the seat position while the machine is in motion. A loss of control may result.
Completely stop the machine, place drive train neutral lock lever in locked position, apply and lock
the parking brake and then adjust the seat.
Never use the blade as a brake except in an emergency.
Carry the blade low for maximum stability and visibility.
Where noise exposure during machine exploitation or after repair operations exceeds levels
defined by proper health and safety authorities and applicable standards wear authorized ear
protective equipment.
4. MAINTENANCE
Servicemen and their helpers only are allowed to remain at operator’ s post while maintaining or
repairing the machine.
Authorized personnel only is allowed to control, maintain or repair a machine.
Do not hurry. Haste could result in accident.
Load things into the machine from the ground level before mounting the machine.