Wallenstein WP240, Operator'S Manual

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2.4 General
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and
maintenance of your Wallenstein Trailer Wood
Processor. YOU must ensure that you and anyone
else who is going to use, maintain or work around
the Wood Processor be familiar with the operating
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 your Wallenstein Trailer Wood
Processor.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety
practices not only protect you but also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of
your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE
using this equipment is familiar with the recommended
operating and maintenance procedures and follows
all the safety precautions. Most accidents can be
prevented.
Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
2.5 Safety Do's and Don'ts
• DO
give operating instructions to
operators or employees before
allowing them to operate the
machine, and REVIEW annually
thereafter.
• DO
read and understand ALL Safety and Operating
instructions in the manual and follow them. Most
accidents can be avoided. The most important
safety device on this equipment is a SAFE
operator.
• DO review safety related items annually with all
personnel who will be operating or performing
maintenance .
• DO wear appropriate
Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE). This
equipment includes
but is not limited to the
following:
- A hard hat
- Heavy gloves
- Hearing protection
- Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
-
Protective glasses, goggles or face shield
• DO set the machine in a Safe Condition before
performing any service, maintenance work, storage
preparation, or hooking up. Safe Condition
involves performing the following:
- Clear splitting chamber
- Wind in winch cable
-
Shut off hydraulics
- Ensure all components have stopped moving
-
Shut off the engine
- Remove and pocket the ignition key
- Ensure the wheels are chocked to prevent
movement
• DO have a first-aid kit available
for use should the need arise and
know how to use it.
• DO
read and understand all safety signs located on
the machine before using, maintaining, adjusting or
cleaning the grapple.
• DO inspect and secure all guards before starting.
• DO check cables, chains and chutes, that they are
clear of debris prior to starting the machine.
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