Kanga 216 Series, Operator'S Manual

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Series 216 Loader
In addition to the precautions listed here,
observe the following safety practices when
working on slopes:
• Ensure personnel operating the loader are fully
trained and aware of hazards and precautions
prior to commencing work on a slope.
• Travel down a slope in reverse, and if carrying
a load, reduce speed.
• Do not leave the loader unattended on a slope.
• Do not park the loader on a slope.
• Do not carry a load with the arms raised.
Always carry loads with the arms against the
chassis, close to the ground.
• Never load or unload the loader on a slope.
• Never attach, change or remove attachments
on a slope.
• Slopes are a major factor in loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which may result in severe
injury or death. Operating the machine on any
slope or uneven terrain requires extra attention
and extreme caution.
• Always operate the machine up and down
slopes and loading ramps with the heavy end
of the machine uphill and the load close to
the ground. The heavy end of the machine will
depend on the attachment being used or load
being carried. Operating with an empty bucket
will make the rear of the machine the heavy
end, while a full bucket will make the front of
the machine the heavy end. Most hydraulic
driven attachments make the front of the
machine the heavy end.
• Raising the loader arms on a slope will affect
the balance and stability of the machine.
Always travel and operate with the loader arms
in the lowest possible position when on slopes.
• Establish your own pre-operation procedures
and operating rules for when operating on
slopes. Your procedures must always include
surveying the site/slope prior to operating the
machine to determine whether the slope is
safe for machine travel and operation. With
safety at the forefront of your decision making,
use good judgment and common sense when
completing the slope/site survey.
• Slow down and use extra care on slopes.
Take into consideration the ground conditions,
weather conditions, surface type, surface
condition and available traction which can
all affect the stability of the machine. Always
proceed slowly, ensuring all movements
are smooth and gradual. Never make
sudden changes in direction, speed or arm
movements.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope as this
may cause the machine to lose traction.
• Avoid travelling across or turning on a slope.
Always proceed straight up and down a slope
with the heavy end of the machine uphill.
• Always use extra caution when operating your
mini loader near ditches, embankments, waters
edge and culverts.
Operator’s Manual · Practice Safety at All Times