Introduction to Safety
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MSD 7R SHEARS
If the attachment is not functioning properly, you
must shut the machine down and follow proper
lockout, tag, and repair procedures.
NEVER
operate equipment without the original
equipment safety guards in place, which include
ROPS (Rollover Protective Structures and FOPS
(Falling Object Protective Structures) cabs. A special
applications kit (consisting of a 1/2” thick Lexan
front door and 1/4” top and rear windows) must
be installed on a loader mounted with a shear;
doing so prevents objects from entering the cab
opening during operation. Use only the approved
parts in the kit. Follow the installation instructions
exactly.
Unapproved window changes or other
modifi cations can cause loss of protection and
result in injury or death.
DO NOT
process or handle material with the
attachment over the operator’s cab.
DO NOT
attempt to shear brittle materials such as axles
and railroad rail. Brittle material breaks or shatters instead
of shearing. The material being processed could become
a projectile and cause injury or death.
DO NOT
process
any material in any position that may propel it toward
operator, other workers, buildings or equipment.
DO NOT
close the attachment on a structure and
reverse the excavator in an attempt to pull down
material.
Clear all persons and equipment from the area of
operation and machine movement.
NEVER
move loads
over people or equipment. When viewing the operation
of the attachment, maintain a safe distance of at least
75 feet (22.9 meters).
NEVER
approach power lines with any part of the
machine. Keep clear at a minimum of 15
feet (5
meters).
Avoid tipping. The attachment will alter the lift
capacities of the base machine.
DO NOT
overload
the excavator or serious injury could result. Lift
capacities will vary if the base machine is not on level
ground. Carry loads in recommended positions for
maximum stability. Use the recommended excavator
counterweight. Use short slings and lift the load only
as high as necessary.
DO NOT
allow riders on the machine.
SAFETY SUMMARY
