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Mcro 26 - Operator’s Manual
March 2019
Secton 4 - Hazards
Additional Safety Hazards
Explosion and Fire Hazards
DO NOT operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where potentially flammable or
explosive gasses or particles may be present.
Damaged Machine Hazards
Conduct a thorough pre-start inspection of the machine and test all functions before each work
shift to check for damage, malfunction and unauthorized modification. Tag and remove a damaged,
malfunctioning or modified machine from service. DO NOT use a damaged, malfunctioning or
modified machine.
Routine maintenance must be performed by the operator before each work shift. Scheduled
maintenance must be performed by a qualified service technician at scheduled intervals. Tag and
remove from service any machine that has not had scheduled preventative maintenance performed.
Check that all safety and instructional decals are in place and undamaged.
Check that the operator’s, safety and responsibilities manuals are present in the storage container
located in the platform. All manuals must be complete, undamaged and readable.
Bodily Injury Hazards
DO NOT operate the machine when there is a hydraulic fluid or air leak. Hydraulic fluid or air under
pressure can penetrate and/or burn skin.
All compartments must remain closed and secure during machine operation. Improper contact with
components under any cover will cause serious injury. Only trained maintenance personnel should
access compartments. The operator should only access a compartment when performing pre-
operation inspection.
Battery Burn Hazards
Batteries contain acid. Always wear protective clothing and eye wear when working with batteries.
Avoid spilling or contacting battery acid. Neutralize battery acid spills with baking soda and water.
Battery Explosion Hazard
Keep sparks, flame and lighted tobacco away from batteries. Batteries emit explosive gas. The
battery tray should remain open during the entire charging cycle.
Battery Electrocution Hazard
Avoid contact with electrical terminals.