Hitachi ZW 180-6, Operator'S Manual

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S-19
SAFETY
Avoid Power Lines
Serious injury or death can result from contact with electric
lines.
Never move any part of the machine or load closer to any
electric line than 3 m (10 ft) plus twice the line insulator
length.
Precautions for Operation

If the front attachment or any part of the machine comes in
contact with an overhead obstacle, both the machine and
the overhead obstacle may become damaged, and personal
injury may result.

Take care to avoid coming in contact with overhead
obstacles with the bucket or arm during operation.
Precautions for Lightning

Lightning may strike the machine.
If lightning comes close, immediately stop the operation,
and take the following action.

When you are around the machine or operating cab-
less machine, evacuate to a safe place far away from the
machine.

When you are in the cab, stay in the cab until lightning
has passed and safety is secured. Close the cab doors and
windows. Lower the bucket to the ground, and stop the
engine. Put your hands on your lap to avoid contact with
any metal surfaces. Never go out of the cab.
If lightning strikes the machine or near the machine,
check all of the machine safety devices for any failure after
lightning has passed and safety is secured. If any trouble is
found, operate the machine only after repairing it.
M4GB-0S-001
SA-455