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SAFETY
YOU
are responsible for the SAFE operation
and maintenance of your Wallenstein Log Grap-
ple Trailer.
YOU
must ensure that you and any-
one else who is going to use, maintain or work
around the Trailer be familiar with the using and
maintenance procedures and related
SAFETY
information contained in this manual. This manual
will take you step-by-step through your working
day and alerts you to all good safety practices
that should be used while using the Log Grapple
Trailer.
Remember,
YOU
are the key to safety. Good
safety practices not only protect you but also the
people around you. Make these practices a work-
ing part of your safety program. Be certain that
EVERYONE
using this equipment is familiar with
the recommended using and maintenance proce-
dures and follows all the safety precautions. Most
accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or
death by ignoring good safety practices.
• Log Grapple Trailer owners must give operat-
ing instructions to operators or employees
before allowing them to operate the machine,
and at least annually.
• The most important safety device on this
equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the op-
erator’s responsibility to read and understand
ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Most accidents
can be avoided.
• A person who has not read and understood all
using and safety instructions is not qualified
to use the machine. An untrained operator
exposes himself and bystanders to possible
serious injury or death.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life
of the equipment.
• Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
1. Read and understand the Op-
erator’s Manual and all safety
signs before using, maintain-
ing, adjusting or cleaning the
Trailer.
. GENERAL SAFETY
2. Have a first-aid kit available
for use should the need
arise and know how to use
it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher
available for use should the
need arise and know how to
use it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate
protective gear. This
list includes but is not
limited to:
- A hard hat
- Protective
shoes with slip
resistant soles
- Protective glasses,
goggles or face shield
- Heavy gloves
- Wet weather gear
- Hearing Protection
- Respirator or filter mask
6. Install and secure all guards
before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection
for prolonged exposure to
excessive noise.
8. Lower grapple and boom,
place all controls in neutral, stop engine, set
park brake and wait for all moving parts to
stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
maintaining.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small
children, before using the unit.
10. Review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will operating or maintaining
the Log Grapple Trailer.
