5 Safety Rules
OPERATION (cont’d)
• Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of
all moving parts.
• Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt
securely fastened. Falling off power unit can
result in death from being run over or crushed.
Keep foldable ROPS system in “locked up” posi-
tion at all times.
• Never allow riders on power unit or attach-
ment.
• Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage
brake, and ensure all other controls are disen-
gaged before starting power unit engine.
• Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
• Use extreme care when working close to fenc-
es, ditches, other obstructions, or on hillsides.
• Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
• Do not stop, start, or change directions sud-
denly on slopes. Always operate down slopes;
never across the face.
• Use extreme care and reduce ground speed
on slopes and rough terrain.
• Keep alert and watch the front as well as the
rear when operating.
• Always relieve the pressure on the hydraulic lift
system before performing service or mainte-
nance on any hydraulic components. Failure to
do so may cause serious injury from injection of
pressurized hydraulic fluid.
• Air in hydraulic systems can cause erratic
operation and allows loads or equipment compo-
nents to drop unexpectedly. When connecting
equipment or hoses or performing any hydraulic
maintenance, purge any air in hydraulic system
by operating all hydraulic
functions several times. Do this before putting
into service or allowing anyone to approach the
equipment.
• Do not use hands to search for leaks on any
hydraulic components. Use cardboard or similar
material. Failure to do so may cause serious
injury from injection of pressurized hydraulic
fluid.
• When making gang adjustments, be careful to
keep hands and feet clear of sliding parts and
possible pinch points.
• Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage
before resuming operation.
• Before leaving operator’s seat, lower the lift
carriage and put attachment on the ground.
Engage brake, stop engine, remove key, and
remove seat belt.
MAINTENANCE
• Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and
head; and respirator or filter mask where appro-
priate.
• Never go underneath equipment (lowered to
the ground or raised) unless it is properly
blocked and secured. Never place any part of
the body underneath equipment or between
SATETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!