Wacker Neuson ET16, Operator'S Manual

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2 Safety
Mechanical integrity
• The operator and owner are obligated to operate the machine only in a
safe and working condition.
• Operate the machine only if all protective and safety-oriented
equipment (for example protective structures such as a cabin or
rollbar, removable safety devices) is installed and functional.
• Check the machine for visible damage and defects.
• In case of damage and/or unusual behavior, put the machine out of
operation immediately and secure it against restart.
• Have all malfunctions jeopardizing the safety of the operator or other
persons immediately repaired by an authorized service center.
Starting the engine of the machine
• Start the engine only according to the Operator’s Manual.
• Observe all warning and indicator lights.
• Do not use any liquid or gaseous starting aids (for example ether or
starting fuel).
Machine operation
• Start and operate the machine only with the seat belt fastened and only
from the place provided for this.
• Put the machine into operation only if visibility is sufficient (have
another person guide you if necessary).
• Operation on slopes:
- Travel/work only uphill or downhill.
- Avoid machine travel across a slope, observe the machine’s permis-
sible inclination (and of the trailer if necessary).
- Keep loads on the uphill side of the machine and as close as
possible to it.
- Keep attachments/work equipment close to the ground.
• Adapt the travel speed to the circumstances (for example the ground
conditions, weather conditions).
• There is increased danger during backward machine travel. Persons in
the blind spot of the machine cannot be seen by the operator.
- Ensure that nobody is in the danger zone when you change the
travel direction.
• Never get on a moving machine and never jump off the machine.