New Holland MH2.6, Repair Manual

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SECTION 02 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
When working on slopes or near sudden level drops
in the terrain, pay attention not to lose adherence
and avoid loose soft ground since overturn or loss of
machine control could result.
If noise level is high and exceeds 90 dB(A) over 8
hours at the operator’s ear, wear approved ear pro-
tection in compliance with local regulations.
Do not operate the machine if you are extremely
tired or feel ill.
Be especially careful towards the end of the working
shift.
Where removable counterweights are provided, do
not operate the machine if they have been removed.
When operating the machine, keep in mind height
limits of overhead doors, arches, overhead cables
and lines as well as width limits of corridors, roads
and narrow passages. Also, get to know load limits
of the ground and paving type of the ramps you are
to work on.
Beware of fog, smoke or dust that obscure visibility.
Check constantly the work areas to find out the dan-
gerous points. Some examples of dangerous work
areas are: inclines, overhangs, trees, demolition
rubble, fires, ravines, steep slopes, rough terrain,
ditches, crowns, ridge trenches, diggings in traffic
areas, crowded parking lots, crowded service areas,
fenced zones. In such conditions, proceed with ex-
treme care.
Whenever possible, avoid crossing over obstacles
such as very rough terrain, rocks, logs, steps, ditch-
es, railroad tracks. When obstructions must be
crossed, do so with extreme care and at a square
angle, if possible.
Slow down. Ease up to the break-over point, pass
the balance point slowly and ease down the other
side also using the attachment, if necessary.
To overcome deep trenches or sinking ground,
place the machine perpendicular to the obstacle,
drastically reduce ground speed and start crossing
using also the attachment if necessary, only after
assessing that ground conditions allow the traverse
safely and without risks.
The gradient you may attempt to overcome is limited
by factors such as ground conditions, load being
handled, machine type and speed, and visibility.
There is no substitute for good judgement and expe-
rience when working on slopes. Avoid operating the
attachment too close to an overhang or high wall, ei-
ther above or below the machine. Beware of caving
edges, falling objects and landslides.
Remember that such hazards are likely to be con-
cealed by bushes, undergrowth and such.
Avoid faggots, bushes, logs and rocks. Never drive
over them, nor over any other surface irregularities
that discontinue adherence or traction with the
ground, especially near slopes or drop-offs.
Be alert to avoid changes in adherence conditions
that could cause loss of control. Work with extreme
care on ice or frozen ground and on stepped slopes
or near drop-offs.
The word “bulldozing” generally refers to work in vir-
gin rough terrain, characterised by the presence of
all the perils and risks listed above. We emphasise
the danger represented in these conditions by large
tree limbs and large roots, which may act as a lever-
age under the machine when up-rooted and cause
their overturn. Position the machine according to the
loading and unloading areas in order to slew left-
wards to load and to obtain best visibility.
Never use the bucket or attachment to lift persons or
carry riders on the machine.
Never use the machine as a work platform or scaf-
folding. The machine must not be improperly used
for works not consistent with its features (such as
pushing railway cars, trucks or other machines).
Always pay attention to people within the machine
operating range.
Never move or stop the bucket, other loads or the
attachment above ground personnel or truck cabs.