SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the safety precautions given in this manual and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re- view them carefully before operating the tool and before performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre- cautions relating to the specific work area and local safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in the space provided in this manual.
This tool will provide safe and dependable service if operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Read and understand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the tool and hoses before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
Check the rule and regulations at your location. The rules might include an employer’s work safety program. Regulations may identify hazards such as working around utility supply lines or hazardous slopes.
BE THOROUGHLY TRAINED BEFORE OPERAT- ING THE UNIT ALONE
•Operator training must start in an area without by- standers and use all the controls until he/she can con- trol the machine fully under the conditions of the work area.
•When learning to operate a machine, do so at a slow pace.
KNOW THE WORK CONDITIONS
•The operator must know any prohibited uses or work areas for the machine. For example, excessive slopes and poor or dangerous terrain conditions must be avoided.
OBEY SAFETY RULES
•Replace all faulty or leaking hydraulic hoses or fit- tings before further operation.
•Always operate the compactor with backhoe outriggers firmly on the surface. The compactor weighs more than the bucket. Position the compactor with caution.
•Travel with the compactor in full tuck (transport) position only.
•Never operate with any person near the compactor or between the compactor and operator.
•Operate the compactor in properly shored trenches and excavations. Do not allow personnel to work in the exca- vation near compactor operation.
•Make sure all controls (levers and pedals) are in the NEUTRAL position before starting the carrier.
•Wear safety eye protection, hard hat, and safety foot pro- tection while operating the compactor.
•Operate the carrier or compactor from the operator's seat ONLY. Make sure the seat belt is securely fastened before activating any controls.
•Make certain that no other personnel are within the arc prescribed by the movement of the stabilizers, front buck- et or backhoe boom.
•Keep hands and feet on the controls at all times when the machine is running.
•Before leaving the operator's seat, always lower the loader arms and the backhoe boom.
•NEVER leave the machine with the engine running. AL-
WAYS ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE.
•Stop the engine before attempting to make any repairs or adjustments to either the carrier or compactor.
•To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by authorized and properly trained personnel.
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