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17 Operating Instructions
17.1 Requirements
It is the operator’s responsibility to follow all the safety rules and instructions in this Operator’s Manual
and all the other documents listed in section 4 of this manual.
Only trained and authorised personnel should be permitted to operate the machine.
If more than one operator is expected to use a machine at different times in the same work shift, they
must all be qualified operators and are all expected to follow all safety rules and instructions in this
Operator’s Manual and all the other documents listed in section 4 of this manual.
17.2 General
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine
must be tagged and removed from service.
Prior to use, ensure the following:
1.
Learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator’s manual.
2.
Perform Pre-operation Actions.
3.
Perform Function Tests.
4.
Carry out a Workplace Assessment.
These Operating Instructions detail each aspect of machine operation.
17.3 Emergency Stop
Ensure that all personnel, either operating or working alongside this machine, are aware of the
locations and function of the emergency stop button.
The emergency stop button is located in the machine cab.
The emergency stop function provides a facility to isolate machine functions in the event of an
emergency situation.
To stop all functions push the Red emergency stop button to the
‘OFF’ position.
An indicator light on the main panel will illuminate when the emergency stop button has been
depressed. The engine will continue to run when the emergency stop button has been pressed.
Repair any function that operates when any of the emergency stop buttons are depressed.
To reset all functions, pull out the Red emergency stop button that has been depressed.
17.4 Deploying the Rail Gear
The rail gear can only be deployed using the controls located in the machine cab as detailed in the
Rail Axle Control section of this manual.
