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Be alert of changing weather conditions, bad or insufficient visibility and of changing ground
conditions.
Be alert for utility line, check the location of underground cables, gas and water lines, and
work especially careful in that vicinity. If necessary and/or if required, call local authorities to
mark the location.
Keep sufficient distance to electrical lines. When working in the vicinity of high voltage
electrical lines, keep proper distance to assure that the attachment does not come close to the
lines.
DANGER! You must inform yourself about safe distance.
In case you do touch a high voltage line by accident, proceed as follows:
Do not leave the machine,
Move the machine, if possible, from the danger zone until you obtain sufficient distance,
Warn any personnel in the vicinity not to come close to the excavator and not to touch it,
Instruct or initiate that someone turns off the voltage.
Do not leave the machine until you are absolutely sure that voltage in the line, which had
been touched or damaged, has been turned off!
Before moving the machine, make sure that the attachments and equipment are secured
properly to avoid accidents.
When traveling on public roads or highways, make sure to observe traffic regulations, and
make sure that the machine meets federal and local public highway standards.
Always turn on the lights if visibility is bad or if you are still working during dusk.
Never allow other personnel on the excavator.
Report any problems or needs repairs to your foreman or supervisor and make sure they are
corrected immediately.
Do not move the excavator until you are certain that surrounding area is safe.
On machines without negative brakes check the brake system before starting to work, as
outlined in the Operation Maintenance Manual.
Never leave the operator’s seat while the machines are still moving.
Never leave the machine unattended, with the engine running.
When moving the excavator, keep the upper-carriage in lengthwise direction and keep the
load as close as possible to the ground.
Prevent any working movements, which could tip the machine over. If the excavator begins
to tip or slip on a grade, immediately lower the attachment and load to the ground and turn
the Excavator facing downhill. If possible, always operate the excavator with the attachment
positioned uphill or downhill, never sideways.
Always travel slowly on rough or slippery ground and on slopes.
Always travel downhill at permissible speed, so you don’t loose control over the machine.
The engine must run at nominal speed, use only the foot pedals to brake and slow down the
machine.
Never shift during down hill travel, always shift to a lower gear before traveling downhill.
Never load over an occupied truck. Request that the driver leave the cab, even if a rock
protection is installed.
If operating in visually obstructed terrain or whenever necessary, have another person guide
you. Always have only one person signal you.
For demolition work, clearing, crane operation, etc. always use the appropriate protection
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