Volvo EC15E, Operator'S Manual

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Operator safety
WARNING
Risk of fatal accidents.
Unauthorised persons within the work area around
the machine could lead to serious crushing injury.
• Clear all unauthorised personnel from the working
area.
• Keep a lookout in all directions.
• Do not touch control levers or switches during
start.
• Sound the horn before beginning operation.
Never leave the working station to egress even
partially from the cabin or canopy by the front or
side during operation. The left armrest shall
always be in upright position before unfasten the
seat belt and moving within the operator station.
It is recommended to always bring the equipment
to ground and stop the engine before entering or
leaving the machine for short term job purposes.
Check that the seat belt is not worn, see page
59
.
The machine must be operational, i.e. faults
which can cause accidents must be rectified.
Suitable clothing for safe handling and a hard hat
should be worn.
Keep your hands away from areas where there is
a risk of crushing, e.g. covers, door and window.
Use steps and handholds when entering or
leaving the machine. Use the three-point grip, i.e.
two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand.
Always face the machine – do not jump!
Check that the attachment is properly attached
and locked.
The vibration (shaking) which arises when
operating may be harmful to the operator. Reduce
this by:
- adjusting the seat and tightening the seat belt.
- picking the smoothest operating surface for the
machine (levelling the surface when
necessary).
- adapting your speed.
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Operating instructions
Safety rules when operating