Make sure that persons are not endangered by the machine tipping
or sliding off. The instructing person must stand within the view of
the operator, but outside the danger area.
Do not drive onto the transport vehicle with crabwalk.
Secure the machine with the articulation lock after driving it onto
the transport vehicle or before loading it with a crane.
Do not use damaged or in any other way impaired lifting points.
Always use appropriate lifting and lashing tackle on the lifting and
lashing points.
Use lifting tackle only in the prescribed direction of load application.
Lifting tackle must not be damaged by machine components.
Secure the machine on the transport vehicle against rolling, slip-
ping and turning over.
Loads must only be attached and hoisted by an expert / qualified
person.
Use only lifting and lashing tackle with sufficient load bearing
capacity for the weight to be loaded.
Fasten the lifting gear only at the specified lifting points.
Danger to the life of persons if they step or stand under a sus-
pended load.
When lifting the machine, avoid uncontrolled movements of the
load. If necessary, hold the load with guide ropes.
After the transport loosen the articulation lock again, as otherwise
the machine would not be steerable.
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:
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persons or obstructions are beside or under the machine,
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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,
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all safety elements are in place,
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all maintenance flaps and doors are closed and locked.
Use only the intended access steps and grips to mount the
machine.
General – Concerning your safety
BW 161 AC-50 / BW 161 AD-50 / BW 161 ADO-50
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