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1.
Safety
The following warnings and safety instructions apply to all sections of these operating manual
and should be read/considered in conjunction. The machine has been designed and
manufactured to meet all the relevant safety regulations. These regulations along with the
instructions provided within this manual are designed to help minimise the risk of injury to
yourself and others around the machine at all times. Failure to comply with the safety
obligations herein can result in any claims for failed machines/components, warranty, or
damages being made void.
Please read
ALL
these safety instructions prior to the use of the machine to prevent safety
issues or potential machine damage through incorrect use.
The designations “left”, “right”, “front” and “rear” refer to the direction of travel, as seen in the
direction of travel, as the operator is sat in the driving seat looking forward.
1.1
Qualification & Training
Use of the machine by untrained operators can lead to injury or even death. To prevent
accidents occurring ensure that operators have been trained by a Sumo dealer or
technician. The following requirements must be met:
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Personnel must be of statutory minimum age in the country of operation.
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Ensure only reliable, authorised persons operate or work on the maintenance of
the machine.
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Employ only trained or instructed staff; the individual responsibilities of the
personnel concerning operation, setting up, maintenance and repair must be
clearly established.
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Persons undergoing training or instruction or taking part in a general training
course should not be allowed to work on or with the machine unless they are
under the constant supervision of an experienced person.
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The person has read and understood these instructions in full.
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The person is fully competent/legally licensed in operating the machine towing
the equipment.
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All Local traffic laws are understood and abided by.
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A person being instructed on the use of the machine must be done so under the
instruction of a trained individual.
It is the sole responsibility of the owner of the machine to ensure all requirements are
met by any individual intended to use/maintain/repair/transport the machine,
including official training by an authorised trainer, having read and understood this
manual in full, their area of responsibility, and Local Laws, Legislation & Regulations
Standards.
Training by Sumo is required for the following operations; loading for truck
transportation, commissioning of new machines, advanced troubleshooting and repair.
