Toomey Earthmovers 4000B, Original Instructions Manual

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4000B USER HANDBOOK
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2 Safety
2.1 Overview
2.1.1 Warning
If not used correctly, this machine may result in serious injury or death. It is the responsibility of
the owner and operator to read and familiarise themselves with the manual prior to
commissioning the machine. The operator must obey all safety instructions in this manual and
any workplace or government mandated safety regulations relevant to the region the machine is
operating in.
An operator who has not read and understood this manual is not fit to operate this machine. It is
essential to read the safety instructions and understand the safety symbols in the manual. The
safety symbols on the machine must be kept in good condition and be replaced if they become
damaged or hard to read. The operator and person providing training must ensure that the
conditions the machine is to operate in and around are safe.
Additional copies of the manual can be obtained from your distributor or from Toomey
Earthmovers directly.
2.1.2 Meaning of Signs
The operators attention is drawn to the decals applied to the machine. The symbols indicating a
risk are shown inside a triangle. In addition to symbols which confirm to European standards, the
words “DANGER”, “WARNING”, and “CAUTION” may appear on the machine.
“DANGER” and “WARNING” indicate the presence of an immediate danger nearby.
“CAUTION” indicates the need to take care when around the immediate area.
This manual is available to explain the risks associated with the parts of the machine which
feature these decals.
2.1.3 Meaning of Symbols
In the manual, your attention will be drawn to this symbol. It means “be
cautious, your safety and that of others around you is dependent on you
following these instructions”. This symbol on the machine warns of danger and
you should consult your manual for the recommended procedure in order to
avoid an accident.