LOFTNESS Kwik Trim 53, Owner'S Manual And Parts Book

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8 Kwik Trim 53
Safety Rules
These are general safety considerations. Additional
precautions may be necessary to operate your
machine in a safe manner. Be certain you are operating
your machine in accordance with all safety codes,
OSHA rules and regulations, insurance requirements
and local, state, and federal laws.
Operating Safety
• Do not allow anyone to operate the machine until he
or she has read the owner’s manual and is completely
familiar with all safety precautions.
• Do not allow inexperienced persons unfamiliar with
the machine, or unfamiliar with safe operating and
maintenance procedures, to operate or maintain the
machine.
• Do not allow persons under the influence of alcohol,
medications, or other drugs that can impair judgment
or cause drowsiness to operate or maintain the
machine.
• Keep children, bystanders and other workers away
from the machine while it is operating. No riders
allowed.
• The machine requires an operator at all times. Never
leave the machine running and unattended.
• Do not wear loose hanging clothes, neckties or
jewelry. Long hair is to be placed under a cap
or hat. These precautions will help prevent you
from becoming caught in any moving parts on the
machine.
• Do wear safety glasses, ear protection, respirators,
gloves, hard hats, safety shoes and other protective
clothing when required.
• Make sure the operator’s area is clear of any
distracting objects. Keep work areas clean and free
of grease and oil to avoid slipping or falling.
• Periodically check all guards, shields and structural
members. Replace or repair anything that could
cause a potential hazard.
• Do not replace components or parts with other than
factory-recommended service parts. To do so may
decrease the effectiveness of the machine.
• It is the operator’s responsibility to be aware of
machine operation and work area hazards at all
times.
• Operators are responsible to be aware of safety
hazard areas and follow instructions on warning,
caution, or danger decals applied to the machine.
• Know the area before operating the machine. Be
aware of power lines, buildings or other equipment.
Watch for adequate overhead clearance.
• Do not lubricate parts while the machine is running.
• Do not smoke while servicing the machine.
• Be sure the machine is in the transport position
before transporting.
• Always have an operator in the operator’s seat while
the machine is in operation.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
excavator engine is running or the key is in the
“ON” position in the excavator. Before leaving the
operator’s position, disengage power to the machine
and remove ignition key.
• If you must operate the Kwik Trim while traveling,
operate at speeds slow enough so you have
complete control at all times.
• On uneven ground, maintain the low speed and avoid
starting, stopping or changing directions abruptly.
• Do not leave equipment in the raised position.
• Avoid crossing over obstacles whenever possible. If
you must do so, keep the Kwik Trim boom in the
transport position and travel slowly.
• Always cut in an up and down direction on slopes.
To avoid loss of control and to prevent overturn,
never cut across the slope.
Hydraulic Safety
• The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Make
sure all lines and fittings are tight and in good
condition. These fluids escaping under high pressure
can have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause
serious injury.
• Never check for leaks by using any part of your body
to feel for escaping fluid.
Safety Instructions