Gehl 418T Wheel, Operator'S Manual

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Safety instructions
2.4 Safety instructions regarding operation
Normal operation
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Before beginning work, familiarize yourself with the surroundings and circumstances of
the work site. These are, e.g., obstacles in the working and travelling area, the soil
bearing capacity and any necessary barriers separating the work site from public roads.
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Take the necessary precautions to ensure that the machine is used only when in a safe
and reliable condition!
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Operate the machine only if all protective and safety-related devices, e.g., removable
safety-devices, soundproofing elements and mufflers etc., are in place and fully
functional!
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Check the machine at least once daily/per working shift for visible damage and defects.
Report any changes (such as changes in the machine’s working behavior) to the
competent organization/person immediately! If necessary, stop the machine immedi-
ately and lock it!
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In the event of malfunctions, stop the machine immediately and lock it! Have any
defects corrected immediately!
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Start and operate the machine from the operator’s seat only!
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Carry out start-up and shut-down procedures in accordance with the operator’s manual,
and observe the warning lights!
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Before putting the machine/attachment into operation (start-up/moving), make sure
nobody is at risk!
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Before driving the machine, and also after stopping work, check whether the brakes,
steering, signalling and light systems are functional!
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Before moving the machine always check whether the supplementary equipment and
the attachments have been safely stowed away or attached!
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When driving on public roads, observe the traffic regulations and, if necessary, make
sure beforehand that the machine is in compliance with these regulations!
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In conditions of poor visibility and after dark always switch on the lights!
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No lifting, lowering or carrying of persons in the
work equipment/attachments!
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No mounting of a man basket or personal work platform!
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When crossing underpasses, bridges and tunnels, or when passing under overhead
lines, always make sure there is sufficient clearance!
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Always keep at a safe distance from the edges of excavations and slopes!
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When working in buildings or in enclosed areas, look out for the
• Height of the ceiling/clearances
• Width of the entrances and
• Maximum load of ceilings and floors
Provide for sufficient room ventilation – danger of poisoning!