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Operating instructions
Safety regulations for operation 39
Safety of the operator
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The machine must be in functional condition. Faults that may
lead to accidents must be rectified.
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Wear suitable protective clothing for safe operation of the
machine.
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A mobile phone should not be used if it could interfere with the
functions of the electronic system. The mobile phone must be
connected to the electrical system of the machine. Apart from
that an aerial must be mounted to the outside of the machine
as specified by the manufacturer.
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Start the engine only from the operator's seat.
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Keep your hands away from areas where there is a risk of
crushing.
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Always wear your seat belt.
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Always climb onto or off the machine with your face towards the
machine and use access steps and grips, always have both
hands and one foot or both feet and one hand on the machine.
Do not jump off!
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Check that attachments are properly attached and locked.
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Operation related vibrations may be harmful to the operator.
Reduce these by:
– Correct adjustment of operator’s seat and seat belt.
– Condition of terrain for operation, dips and potholes (level
if necessary).
– Match travel and engine speed.
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The cabin serves as protection for the operator and meets the
requirements for the TOPS and ROPS testing standard. There-
fore, hold firmly onto the machine if the machine should roll
over. Do not jump off!
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The cabin is also designed to meet the requirements for protec-
tion against falling objects according to the FOPS standard le-
vel 1.
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The operator must be informed about underground pipes or po-
wer cables when working is such an area.
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Power cables must be appropriately protected against dama-
ge, if necessary switch off the power supply.
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Information about shut-off taps for gas and water should be
made available, so that these supplies can be quickly shut off,
in case of a pipe damage.