Fayat Group BOMAG BC 473 RB-4, Service Manual

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Loads must only be attached and hoisted by an expert / capable
person.
Lifting the machine is not permitted.
For transport by ship use a flat container with collapsible front and
rear walls, so that the machine can be driven onto the container.
1.2.6 Start up procedure
1.2.6.1 Prior to starting up
Use only machines which are serviced at regular intervals.
Become acquainted with the equipment, the indicators and control
elements, the working principle of the machine and the working
area.
Use your personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety boots, if
necessary also goggles and ear protection).
Do not take any loose objects with you or fasten them to the
machine.
Before mounting the machine check whether:
n persons or obstructions are beside or under the machine,
n the machine is free of oily and combustible materials,
n all access steps, grips and platforms are free of obstacles,
grease, oils, fuel, dirt, snow and ice,
n all safety elements are in place,
n all maintenance flaps and doors are closed and locked.
Use only the intended access steps and grips to mount the
machine.
Before start up, carry out all required visual inspections and func-
tion tests.
If the following tests reveal damages or other faults, the machine
must not be operated, until these deficiencies have been corrected.
Do not operate the machine with defective indicators and control
elements.
1.2.6.2 Starting the engine
The machine must only be started and operated from the driver’s
seat.
Before starting and moving the machine, make sure that there is
nobody in the danger zone.
To start, set all control levers to “neutral position”.
Do not use any starting aids like start pilot or ether.
The machine must not be operated with damaged, missing or non-
functional safety installations.
After starting check all display instruments.
General – Concerning your safety
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