Labrie MINIMAX, Operator'S Manual

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10 Safety
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Do not enter the hopper or main body unless the engine is shut off, the key is removed and there is
an out-of-service tag on the steering wheel (see
Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on
page 35).

Do not drive with the tailgate fully open unless it is to unload refuse at the landfill.
General Precautions

Only qualified employees shall operate this vehicle.

Read and make sure that you fully understand this manual and all safety decals before operating
this vehicle. Maintenance personnel must also read and understand the Maintenance Manual for
this vehicle
. In case of doubt, ask a supervisor for clarifications.

Before every work day, inspect the body, the packing system, and any system that might
compromise public and/or operator safety.

Verify that the accelerator pedal, the steering wheel, mirrors, brakes, and turn signals are in good
working order.

When driving the vehicle, keep both hands on the steering wheel at all times.

Stop the vehicle completely and put on the parking brake before leaving the driving position.

When the vehicle is parked, the parking brake must be applied.

Before activating the automated arm, operators shall make sure that people and obstructions are
far away from the vehicle. Operators must be able to stop the arm at all times.

M
INIMAX
TM
vehicles are primarily designed to be operated by only one person. However, if Labrie
Enviroquip Group customers elect to operate the vehicle with more than one worker, additional
safety items shall be installed
to protect the co-worker from hazardous situations.
I
MPORTANT
: In such cases, Labrie Enviroquip Group must be informed of every and all units that will be operated
by more than one worker. Labrie Enviroquip Group will then determine and supply, at the
customer’s expense, the required safety items. For additional information, please contact Labrie
Plus
at 1-800-231-2771 in the U.S. or 1-877-831-8250 in Canada.

Do not operate this vehicle if there are any signs of damage or incomplete repairs.

Report any doubts that you might have and any safety service requirements regarding this vehicle
to a supervisor.

When removing nylon locknuts, always replace them by new ones.

Before opening and closing the tailgate, make sure no one is behind the vehicle.

Do not get into the hopper compartment or try to repair anything behind the packer when it is
moving or when the hydraulic pump is still running. Personnel authorized to get into the hopper
must first lock out and tag out the vehicle, as required by the employer. For more information, see
Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle
on page 35.
Danger! Operators must adhere to the following precautions at all times. Failure to do so may
result in vehicle and/or property damage, personal injury, or even death.