4
500 Series
Safety instructions
Safety first
An incorrect or careless operation of
the loader may be the origin of a serious
accident. Before putting the machine
into operation, familiarise yourself with
the use of the machine and read and
understand this Operators Manual as
well as the safety instructions.
Understand the limitations of speed, braking, steering and
stability as well as loading capacity of the machine before
starting operation. Make sure that every one who operates
or works with this equipment is familiar with these safety
precautions.
If you have no previous experience of the machine, make
sure to do all testing at a safe and open place with no
persons in the area of operation.
Read this Operators Manual, and also the
Operators Manual of the attachment(s) and
other safety instructions before starting
operation
General instructions
1. Remember the correct working position. When driving
be comfortably seated in the driver´s seat, keep your
feet in their proper place in the footwell and at least
one hand on the steering wheel.
2. When seated, always keep the seat belt fastened and
keep hands and feet inside the operator’s area.
3. Start the operation slowly and carefully. Practice
driving of the machine at a safe and open place before
connecting any attachment, follow the instructions in
this Manual.
4. Operate the control levers with ease and without
hesitation. Avoid abrupt movements when handling
the load, in order to prevent the load from falling and
to keep the machine stable.
5. Keep away from the danger zone of the lifted boom
and don’t let anyone go there.
6. Keep your hands, feet and clothing away from all
moving parts, hydraulic components and hot surfaces.
7. Make sure that there is enough open space around the
machine for safe driving.
8. Do not transport the load with the boom lifted. Always
carry bucket or attachment as low as possible, and put
the load down whenever you leave the machine.
9. Before leaving driver’s seat:
• Lower the loader boom and place attachment
flat on ground
• Engage the parking brake
• Stop the engine, remove the ignition key
10. It is not allowed to transport persons with this machine.
Do not transport or lift persons in the bucket or in any
other attachment. Lifting of persons is only allowed
with the attachment designed for this purpose: Avant
Leguan 50, following the instructions in the Operators
Manual of Leguan 50.
11. Do not exceed rated operating capacity. Familiarise
yourself with and follow the load diagrams in this
Manual.
12. When turning with the machine, remember that the
driver´s seat extends beyond the turning radius of the
wheels (collision risk).
13. Do not operate the loader in an explosive environment
or in a place where dust or/and gases can create a fire
or explosion hazard.
14. Keep the engine area clean of flammable materials.
15. Read the transportation instructions on page 12.
16. Switch off the battery disconnect switch whenever
leaving the machine unattended.
17.
Follow all inspection, service and maintenance
instructions. If you notice any faults or damages on
the machine, these must be repaired before starting
operation.
18. Before any maintenance or repair operation always
stop the engine, lower the boom down and release
pressure from hydraulic system. Read safety
instructions for maintenance on page 28.
19. Do not let any person operate this loader who has not
read safety instructions and is not familiar with the
safe and correct use of this loader.
Operation on gradients
20. Load, unload, and turn on flat level ground only. Drive
slowly on uneven terrains. Do not drive on too steep
a gradient - watch out for ditches, manholes and steep
gradients.
21. Do not park the machine on a surface with a gradient.
Should this be necessary, engage the parking brake and
preferably turn the machine sideways and put down
the load. If needed, use chocks behind the wheels.
22. Use low speed range when driving on hills or uneven
terrain.