Gradall XL3100IV, Operators Safety Manual

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Read This First
This manual is a very important tool! Keep it with the machine at all times.
The purpose of this manual is to provide owners, users, operators, lessors, and
lessees with the precautions and operating procedures essential for the safe and
proper machine operation for its intended purpose.
Due to continuous product improvements, Gradall Industries, Inc. reserves the right
to make specification changes without prior notification. Contact Gradall Industries,
Inc. for updated information.
Operator Qualifications
The operator of the machine must not operate or drive the machine until this manual
has been read, training is accomplished and operation of the machine has been
completed under the supervision of an experienced and qualified instructor.
Operators of this equipment must possess a valid, applicable driver’s license, be in
good physical and mental condition. Operator must not be using medication which
could impair abilities nor be under the influence of alcohol or any other intoxicant
during the work shift.
In addition, the operator must read, understand and comply with instructions
contained in the following material furnished with the hydraulic excavator:
• This Operator & Safety Manual
• AEM Off-Highway Dump Truck Manual
• AEM Hydraulic Excavator Safety Manual
• All instructional decals and plates
• Any optional equipment instructions furnished
The operator must also read, understand and comply with all applicable Employer,
Industry and Governmental rules, standards and regulations.
If any manual is missing or illegible, get a replacement from your employer,
distributor, or from Gradall Industries.
Modifications
Any modification to Gradall products must be approved by Gradall.