Leach 2R-III, Maintenance Manual

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Safety 13
Strict compliance to these “safety alerts” combined with “common sense” operations are important
accident-prevention measures.
The word “NOTE” is also used throughout the manual. It precedes information that provides special
emphasis or clarification on a specific operation or procedure.
Basic Safety Notions
The following safety notions are related to the use of the 2R-III™. It is important to point out that the
safe use of the vehicle remains the user’s responsibility. He must heed all safety notions explained in
this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle.
Responsibilities
Safety is everybody’s responsibility. Employer and employees must play their part to ensure the safety
of the operator, the vehicle, and its immediate surroundings.
Employer Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the employer:
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To properly maintain all mobile equipment to meet all provincial/state and federal safety
standards.
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To keep the vehicle maintained and properly adjusted to meet the manufacturer’s standards and
recommendations. For help or for more information, please contact the manufacturer or any of its
authorized representatives.
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To keep records of all vehicle breakdowns and malfunctions, as well as any inspection and
maintenance.
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To ensure that all failures or malfunctions that may be affecting the safe use of the vehicle are
repaired before the vehicle is put back into operation.
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To make sure that the backup alarm works properly when the vehicle is in reverse.
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To take necessary measures to correct any damage or malfunction reported by an employee.
Danger! Always be aware of the vehicle’s surroundings to make sure that no pedestrians,
passersby, bystanders, or other people or vehicles are in any way exposed to any danger
caused by the use of the 2R-III™.
Danger!
Never get in the hopper area when the engine is running.
Only authorized personnel may do so following a lockout/tagout procedure (see
Locking
Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle on page 28).