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The operator must use the vehicle as intended. The lo-
cal conditions must be considered and the operator
must watch out for third parties, especially children,
during work.

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Never leave the vehicle unattended as long as the mo-
tor is running. The operator may only leave the vehicle
when the motor has been switched off and the vehicle
is secured against accidental movements. For this pur-
pose, set the travel direction lever to neutral, remove
the ignition key and bring the main switch into the "0"
position.

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The vehicle may only be used by persons who have
been instructed in handling the vehicle or have proven
qualification and expertise in operating the vehicle and
have been explicitly assigned the task of handling it.

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The vehicle may not be operated by children or unin-
structed persons.

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The vehicle may be used by individuals with limited
physical, sensory or cognitive abilities or lack of experi-
ence and knowledge if they are under supervision or
were instructed regarding the safe use of the vehicle
and understand the resulting risks.

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Children should be supervised to ensure that they are
not playing with the vehicle.

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Do not open the bonnet or the side panels while the mo-
tor is running.

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DANGER

Danger of tipping!
The steering characteristics of a vehicle with articulated
steering differ considerably from those of a passenger car.

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The falling and rising gradients in the direction of travel
may not exceed 25%.

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Avoid abrupt steering movements.

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Drive slowly when cornering.

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Danger of tipping on unstable ground.

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Danger of tipping with excessive sideways tilt.
Only drive on terrain with a maximum lateral incline of
10°.

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When driving in mountains or valleys and driving later-
ally to slopes, avoid driving suddenly around bends.

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Beware that the centre of gravity shifts depending on
attachments and the filling level of the waste container.

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Adjust travel speed to the ambient conditions and the
load status when driving straight on and when driving
around bends.

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Beware that the braking properties are different de-
pending on whether the vehicle is being operated in
drive mode or transport mode!

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It is important to follow all safety instructions, rules and
regulations applicable for driving motor vehicles.

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The vehicle must not be operated by children or teen-
agers.

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An accompanying person may only be taken along on
a passenger seat (option).

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In order to prevent unauthorised use of the vehicle, the
ignition key must be removed.

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Danger of accident by reduced brake performance. Do
not lay a foot mat into the driver cabin. Keep loose ob-
jects that may slip under the accelerator out of the driv-
er cabin.

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Prior to each use, the safety check described in the
Chapter "Startup" must be conducted.

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All operating levers and switches must be in neutral pri-
or to starting the motor. The driver must be seated
when the motor is started. The drive pedal must not be
pressed during the starting process.

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Fasten seat belt during driving and the performance of
work.

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The vehicle may only be started while sitting in the seat.

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During transport runs, the front attachment frame
should be maximally raised and locked, see Chapter
"Driving on public roads".

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Be especially careful when working on slopes and
ditches.

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Check the pressure reducer on the compressor for the
correct setting before correcting the tire pressure.

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Do not exceed maximum tyre pressure. The permissi-
ble tyre pressure must be read on the tyre or on the rim.
If there are different values, use the lower one.
For values concerning the tyre pressure see Chapter
"Technical data".

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Read the operating instructions of the engine manufac-
turer before start-up and follow the safety instructions
carefully.

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Only for MC 130 advanced plus

The installed diesel engine is equipped with a particle
filter (DPF) With normal operating conditions the driver
does not perceive the processes of the after-treatment
of the harmful exhaust gases.
During the regeneration phase of the particle filter the
deposited soot particles are burned and very hot ex-
haust gases may escape.
It is imperative to observe the chapter on regeneration!

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DANGER

Risk of fire and explosion!

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Only use the fuels specified in the operating instruc-
tions. Risk of explosion due to the use of inappropriate
fuels. Refer to Chapter "Technical data".

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When refuelling, ensure that no fuel reaches hot surfac-
es.

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DANGER

Risk of poisoning!

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Ensure that there is adequate ventilation or discharge
of the exhaust gases when operating the vehicle in-
doors.

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Exhaust gases are poisonous and hazardous to health,
do not inhale them.

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DANGER

Risk of injury!