Rayco RG165T-R, Operator, Service, Maintenance Manual

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RG165T-R Operator · Service · Maintenance
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Before Starting Engine
Start the engine only from the operator station or remote if
equipped. Never short across the starter terminate or across
the batteries. Shorting could damage the electrical system
by bypassing the engine neutral start system.
Before you start the engine and before you move the machine,
make sure that no one is underneath the machine, around
the machine, or on the machine. Make sure that the area is
free of personnel.
Engine Starting
If a warning tag is attached to the start switch or to the controls,
do not start the engine. Also, do not move any controls.
Move all hydraulic controls to the NEUTRAL position before
you start the engine.
Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion
which can be harmful to your health. Always start the engine
in a well ventilated area. Always operate the engine in a
well ventilated area. If you are in an enclosed area, vent the
exhaust to the outside.
Operation
Only operate the machine controls when the engine is running.
Do not leave the operators station while machine is running
unless equipped with a remote.
Before you move the machine, you must be certain that no
one will be endangered.
While you operate the machine and the work tool slowly in
an open area, check for proper operation of all controls and
all protective devices.
Do not allow riders on the machine.
Note any needed repairs during machine operation. Report
any needed repairs to certified service technician.
Use only Rayco Approved Work Tools on this machine. Obey
all the lift restrictions. Refer to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Rayco Approved Work Tools” for the approved work
tools and the lift restriction information.
Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an excavation, or an
overhang.
If the machine begins to sideslip downward on a grade,
immediately turn the machine downhill.
Avoid any conditions that can lead to tipping the machine.
The machine can tip when you work on hills, on banks and on
slopes. Also, the machine can tip when you cross ditches,
ridges or other unexpected obstacles.
Avoid operating the machine across the slope. When possible,
operate the machine up the slopes and down the slopes.
Maintain control of the machine. Do not overload the machine
beyond the machine capacity.
Never straddle a wire cable. Never allow personnel to
straddle a wire cable.
Know the maximum dimensions of your machine.
Observe all applicable local government regulations when
you use this machine.
All personnel using this Machine must be trained in the
operation, safety and maintenance repair procedures.
Careless use of this Equipment could result in serious injury
or even death.
ALL PROCEDURES IN THE SAFETY AND OPERATION
SECTIONS OF THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND
UNDERSTOOD BEFORE STARTING THIS MACHINE.
• All operators must be wearing the proper Personal
Protective Equipment before attempting to start and
operate this machine.
• Do not allow children or other spectators to standby
and watch the machine in operation.
• Familiarize yourself with all of the controls in a safe
environment before starting to work with this machine.
• Always have more than one person at the job site. If an
accident occurs, someone is there to assist or obtain help.
• Never operate or allow someone to operate the machine
while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any
medication that could affect the operator’s performance
and concentration. Maintain a drug-free work place.
• Always operate this machine with all safety equipment in
place and working. Make sure all controls are properly
adjusted for safe operation.
• Do not change the engine governor settings or over
speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum
safe operating speed of the engine
• Never leave this machine unattended with the engine
running.
• Use only your hand to operate the controls. Never use
a foot, knee, rope or any extension device.
• Never hand-feed this machine for any reason.
• Contact with moving parts, belts or rotating cutter wheels
can kill, injure or dismember.
• Turn off engine and wait for all movement to stop before
working on this machine. Lock-out/Tag Out all controls.
• If equipped, the Emergency Stop buttons must be
operating properly. These should each be checked and
verified to shut down the engine by the operator prior
to performing any work.
• CAUTION! FLYING DEBRIS! NEVER stand or allow
anyone else to be directly in front of machine.
• Material being discharged from machine can cause
severe injury, blindness or death.
• Always operate this machine from the operator area.
Never stand directly in front of machine as flying objects
could be thrown during operation.
Safety
NOTICE
The intended use(s) of this machine e.g. Outdoor
use only, Trained Operators only.