SECTION 1
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JOB SITE OPERATION
INSPECT THE JOB SITE
Warn persons in the immediate vicinity by sounding
the horn before starting work. Stop working if any-
one is staying in the hazard range of the machine.
Work with the machine only when it is standing on a
level ground.
Make sure the machine is standing always in a sta-
ble position during operation.
Make sure the working ground has sufficient
strength to firmly support the machine.
When digging deeply, avoid hitting bottom of boom
or bucket cylinder hoses against the ground. Use
the bucket only for digging. To avoid accidents, do
not use it as a jack hammer or wrecking ball.
DIG WITH CAUTION
Accidental severing of underground cables or gas
lines may cause an explosion and/or fire, possibly
resulting in serious injury or death. Before digging,
check the location of cables, gas lines, and water
lines. Keep the minimum distance required by law
from cables, gas lines, or water lines. In addition to
general working safety instructions please consider:
if a fibre optic cable should be accidentally severed,
do not look into the end, to avoid eyes injury. If in
doubt, contact local authorities and/or the distribut-
ing companies (Electric Power, Gas, Telephone,
Water, Telecommunications, etc.). Ask for informa-
tion about underground utility lines.
AVOID ELECTRIC LINES
Serious injury or death can result if the machine or
front attachments are not kept a safe distance from
electric lines. When operating near an electric line,
never move any part of the machine or load closer
than 3 m (9.84 ft) plus twice the line insulators’
length (L). Check and comply with any local regula-
tions that may apply. Ground dampness increases
the area on which people might be affected by elec-
tric shocks.
Do not leave the machine until the damaged line is
safely de-energized. Drive the machine out of the
hazard zone, warn others against approaching and
touching the machine, have the live wire de-ener-
gized.
BEWARE OF EXHAUST FUMES
Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death.
If you must operate in closed buildings, be sure
there is adequate ventilation.
Use an extension to eliminate exhaust gases or
open doors and windows to ensure a sufficient air
exchange.
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