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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
ENSURE GOOD VISIBILTY
This machine is equipped with mirrors to improve the visibility, but even with mirrors, there are places, which cannot
be seen from the operator's seat, so always be careful when operating.
When operating or traveling in places with poor visibility, if it is impossible to confirm the condition of the job side or
obstacle is in the area around the machine, there is danger that the machine may suffer damage or the operator may
suffer serious personal injury. When operating or traveling in places with poor visibility, always observe the following
items strictly.
If the visibility cannot be sufficiently assured, position a flagman if necessary. The operator should pay careful
attention to the signs and follow the instructions of the flagman.
The signals should be given only by one flagman.
When working in dark places, turn on the working lamps and front lamps of the machine, and if necessary, set
up additional lighting in the area.
Stop operations if there is poor visibility, such as in fog, snow, rain, or sand storms.
Check the mirrors on the machine before starting operations every day. Clean off any dirt and adjust the view
to ensure good visibility.
In areas where it is impossible to confirm the area behind the machine and observation cameras have been set
up, clean off any dirt from the lens and make sure that the camera gives a clear view of the rear.
CONFIRMATION OF MARK
On soft road shoulders or ground, set up signs to inform of the condition. If the operator does not know the condition
of the jobsite, the machine may tip over or fall, resulting in injury to the operator. Make sure that all operation
personnel understand the meanings of all the signs.
PRECAUTION FOR WARNING TAG
If there is a "DO NOT OPERATE" warning tag on gear shift lever
(1), it means that someone is carrying out inspection and
maintenance of the machine. If you ignore the warning tag and
operate the machine, the service personnel may be caught in
rotating parts or crushed by moving parts, and may suffer serious
personal injury. Always obey the warning tag, and do not start the
engine or touch the levers.
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SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION
CHECK BEFORE STARTING ENGINE,ADJUST
Before starting the engine, carry out the following checks to confirm that there is no problem with operating the
machine. If the checks are not carried out properly, there is danger that it may cause serious personal injury or
damage to the machine during operation.
Remove all dirt from the window glass to prevent any reduction in the visibility during operation.
Carry out the "WALK-AROUND CHECK (PAGE 3-74)".
Remove all dirt from the lens surface of the front lamps, working lamps, and combination lamps.
Check that there is no mud or dust accumulated around the movable parts of the accelerator pedal or brake pedal,
and check that the pedals work properly.
Adjust the operator's seat so that it is easy to see to the front, and check that there is no damage or wear to the
seatbelt or seatbelt mounts.
Check that the instruments and gauges are working properly, that the gear shift lever is at the Neutral position,
and that the dump control lever is at the HOLD position.
Before starting the engine, check that the lock knob of the dump control lever is at the LOCK position.
Adjust the mirrors so that the rear of the machine can be seen clearly from the operator's seat
Check that there are no persons or obstacles above, below, or in the area around the machine.
Check that the parking brake switch is in the PARKING position.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN STARTING
When starting the engine, always sit in the operator's seat. If you do not sit in the operator's seat, it will be
impossible to stop operations if a problem occurs. There is danger that this may lead to serious personal injury.
Before starting the engine, sound the horn to give a warning. If there is anyone in the area around the machine,
there is danger of serious injury when the machine moves.
Do not attempt to start the engine by short-circuiting the engine starting circuit. Such an act may cause a serious
bodily injury or fire.
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