SAS/op/proc/forks/operator man/Quick Coupler /SAS Quick Coupler Manual v3.pub 9:52 AM 3/30/2021
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GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES (PAGE 4)
S.A.S. of Luxemburg, LLC, 133 Center Drive Hwy 54, PO Box 260, Luxemburg, WI 54217 USA
Phone: 920-845-2198
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1-877-SAS-FORK
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Fax: 920-845-2309
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Web: www.sasforks.com
Operation of equipment should only be performed by qualified and trained individuals. All persons operating
or working in the area of operation should read this manual and a copy of this manual should be kept with
the equipment. To be considered qualified you must:
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Understand the written instructions supplied by the manufacturer of the device (within this manual),
the manufacturer of the wheel loader, all company rules and any applicable OSHA regulations.
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Completed training including actual operation, demonstrating competence and safe operation.
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Know and follow the safety rules and regulations of the jobsite.
Operation of equipment under the influence of illegal, prescribed or over the counter
drugs can result in potential injury or property damage. Consult your physician be-
Inspect the device and perform all preventative maintenance before operation at the
start of every shift. Failure to perform inspections or proper maintenance can result
in equipment failure resulting in serious injury or property damage.
Read operators manual and follow all safety procedures for the equipment this de-
vice is attached to. Failure to follow Manufacturers recommendations can result in
serious injury and property damage.
Do not exceed posted weight limits on equipment or loader. Exceeding rated load
limits will result in equipment damage, loss of steering control, serious injury or death.
This equipment is operated by high pressure hydraulics. Hydraulics are a stored power
source and as such must be treated as energized at all times. Be certain pressure has
been relieved prior to handling, inspecting or performing maintenance on this unit. Follow
lockout tag out procedures and release all stored energy before servicing equipment.
Failure to release energy or disable hydraulic energy can result in serious injury or death.
High pressure fluids can also discharge at great velocity. Be certain to wear safety glass-
es while inspecting, operating and maintaining equipment.
Not designed to be operated in an explosive environment. Only use this equipment
in well ventilated areas, a sufficient distance away from flammable or explosive gas-
es, liquids or other hazards to avoid risk of ignition. Operating this equipment in an
explosive environment may cause an explosion and fire resulting in injury, death, and
substantial property damage.
Operation of equipment by un-qualified or un-trained individuals can result in serious
injury or death. Verify all operators have received proper training on this equipment.
This device has numerous moving components. Do not wear loose fitting clothing,
rings, jewelry or other items that may become entangled in device. Be aware of re-
sulting pinch points and keep clear during operation, inspection and maintenance.
Pinch points exist between moving parts on the device, between device and vehicle,
device and wheel loader, failure to keep clear while in operation can result in serious
injury or death.
