GTJZ0612&0812&1012&1212 Operation Manual
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© Jul 2020
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JOBSITE INSPECTION
UNSAFE OPERATION HAZARD
Be sure to follow the instructions and
safety rules in this manual. Failure to
follow the instructions and safety
rules in this manual may result in
death or serious injury.
Do not operate this machine unless
you have learned and practiced the
rules for safely operating the ma-
chine as stated in this manual.
•
Know and understand the safety
rules before continuing the next
step.
•
Avoid dangerous situations.
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Always check the machine before
operating.
•
Select appropriate machinery and
personal protective equipment
(hard hats, safety belt and gloves,
etc.) for the task.
•
Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
•
Always perform a pre-operation
function test before using the
machine.
•
Check the work site.
•
C
heck the safety decals/ name-
plate on the machine.
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Only use the machine according
to the instructions in this manual
and for its intended purpose.
During the jobsite inspection the operator determines
whether the jobsite is suitable for safe machine opera-
tion. The operator should conduct the jobsite inspection
before moving the machine to the jobsite.
Safety is the operator’s responsibility. Part of safety is
conducting a thorough jobsite inspection. Operators
must identify and avoid workplace hazards when mov-
ing, installing and operating the machine.
The following items present danger on the jobsite:
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Steep hills or caves
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Ground prominences, obstacles or debris
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Ground inclines
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Unstable or ultra-smooth surfaces
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Overhead obstacles and high-voltage wires
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Hazardous locations
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Ground surface that could fail to support the ca-
pacity of the machine and its load
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Gusts and strong winds
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Actions by unauthorized personnel
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Other possible unsafe conditions
