Wallenstein BXT36S, Operator'S Manual

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2.9 Work Site
CAUTION!
The operator must be fully familiar with the work
site before starting work. It is the operator's
responsibility to prevent unsafe situations and
make every effort to prevent accidents.
2.9.1 Select a Work Site
Select a safe work area and machine location:
• The ground should be firm and level.
• Make sure that there is a sufficient amount of space and
clearance for the operator, the machine, and the wood chip
discharge.
• Remove all stones, branches, or hidden obstacles that
might cause a tripping, hooking, or snagging hazard.
• Make sure that there are no overhead hazards such as
branches, cables, or electrical wires.
• Select a location for the discharged wood chips. Make sure
that the wood chips do not interfere with the safe operation
of the machine.
2.9.2 Create a Safe Work Area
Read and obey the instructions for safe operation of the
machine.
Keep bystanders and workers safe from hazards. Obey the
following guidelines:
• Use safety cones to identify the work zone perimeter. The
work zone perimeter should be a minimum of 20 ft (6 m)
away from any hazard in the work zone. The area outside
the work zone perimeter is the safe zone.
For more information, see
Figure 2 on page 12.
• Do not let people approach the work zone during machine
operation. Everyone must signal and make eye contact with
the operator before they approach the work zone.
• Keep all bystanders in the safe zone. Do not let bystanders
in the work zone.
• Only the operator can let people enter the work zone. The
operator must make sure that it is safe for a person to enter
the work zone.
• When there are two or more workers, they must agree on a
system of hand-signals to use for communication.
• The operator must make eye contact with coworkers and
use the agreed system of hand signals. The operator must
always be aware of their coworkers and know where they
are.
Safety
BXT36S
Wood Chipper
Safety
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