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B-7
Document 57.0007.0200 - 01/2006
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Handler with telescopic boom
GTH-4013
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Do not empty catalytic mufflers or other vessels
containing burning materials without taking the
necessary precautions.
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After any maintenance or repair work, make sure
that no tool, cloth or other object has been left
within machine compartments, fitted with moving
parts, or where suction and cooling air circulates.
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When working, do not give instructions or signs to
several people at the same time. Instructions and
signs must be given by one person only.
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Always pay due attention to the instructions given
by the foreman.
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Never distract the operator during working phases
or crucial manoeuvres.
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Do not call an operator suddenly, if unnecessary.
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Do not frighten an operator or throw objects by
any means.
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After work, never leave the machine under
potentially dangerous conditions.
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B-3.3
MACHINE OPERATION HAZARDS
Absolutely avoid the following work situations:
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Do not handle loads beyond the maximum
capacity of the machine
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Do not raise or extend the boom if the machine is
not on a firm, level surface.
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Do not operate the machine in strong wind. Do
not increase the surface area of the machine or
forked load exposed to the wind. Increasing the
area exposed to the wind will decrease machine
stability.
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Use extreme caution and slow speeds when the
machine is driven across uneven or unstable
grounds, slippery surfaces or near trenches or
drop-offs.
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Limit travel speed according to ground conditions,
slopes, presence of personnel or other factors
which may cause collision.
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Do not place or attach overhanging loads to any
part of the machine.
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B-3.4
DAMAGED COMPONENT HAZARDS
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Do not use battery chargers or batteries with a
voltage above 12V to start the engine.
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Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
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B-3.5
EXPLOSION OR FIRE HAZARDS
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Do not start the engine if you smell or detect LPG,
gasoline, diesel fule or other explosive substances.
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Do not refuel the machine with the engine running.
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Refuel the machine and charge the battery only in
a well ventilated area away from sparks, naked
flames and lighted cigarettes.
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Do not operate the machine in dangerous
environments or in places with flammable or
explosive gases or materials.
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Do not inject ether in engines equipped with glow
plugs.
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Do not leave fuel cans or bottles in unsuitable
places.
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Neither smoke nor use open flames in areas subject
to fire dangers and in presence of fuel, oil or
batteries.
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Carefully handle all flammable or dangerous
substances.
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Do not tamper with fire-extinguishers or pressure
accumulators:
explosion hazard!
