Product Manual
Check and Use All
Available Safety Devices
To protect you and others around you, your machine
may be equipped with the safety equipment listed
below. Additional equipment may be required or some
items may not apply, depending on attachments used,
job site conditions, or applicable job site rules. Check
that each required item is securely in place and in
operating condition:
• Emer
gency stop switch or other “Shut-Down”
devices
•
Guards, Shields & Panels
• Alarms or Warning Lamps
• Drain Covers, Plugs, and Caps
• Pressure Relief Devices
• Lights
• Special enclosures or accessories requir
ed for
specic applications or job site conditions
•
Safety Signs
Use them! Never remove or disconnect any safety
device.
Check the Machine
Before beginning your work day, inspect the machine
and have all systems in good operational condition.
• Perform daily and periodic service procedures as
instructed by the equipment manufactur
er.
• Check for broken, missing, loose, or damaged parts.
Make necessary r
epairs.
• Keep handholds clean and free of grease, oil, dirt,
snow or ice.
• Ensure shielding is properly installed and in good
condition. Repair or r
eplace if damaged or missing.
• Ensure all tools or loose objects are removed or
secur
ely fastened before operating the machine.
Inspect
the machine before
each work day
Prepare for Safe Operation
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Hydraulic Fluid Injection Hazard
WARNING! Accidental injection of pressurized uid
into the hands or body is dangerous and could result in
death or serious injury. Use caution when checking
hydraulic leaks as pressurized hydraulic fluid has
enough force to penetrate skin, causing serious
personal injury.
If a leak is discovered:
• Ensure engine is turned off; relieve pressur
e in
hydraulic cir
cuit.
• Wear proper hand and eye protection.
•
Visually examine the hydraulic hose or uid lines in
the vicinity of the leak for br
eaks or cracks.
Do not
use your hand to check for leaks.
•
Repair or replace hydraulic lines per manufacturer’
s
r
ecommendation.
Fluid injection injuries are not always obvious. Victims
have reported such injuries feel like a bee sting or
splinter under the skin. If you suspect you have a uid
injection injury, do not take chances. Seek proper
medical care immediately. If any uid is injected into the
skin, it must be surgically removed within a few hours by
a doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Pressurized
fluid can inject
into the body
Wear proper
hand and eye
protection
Prepare for Safe Operation
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