5 AU103170 H5B
SAFETY/DECALS/HAND SIGNALS
SAFETY MESSAGE
This machine has been designed and built to meet or
exceed current safety regulations and standards.
However, this does not completely exclude the risk of
accidents. It is therefore essential to follow basic safety
rules and procedures.
The strict execution of the instructions provided in this
manual will help prevent accidents during machine use,
maintenance and repair operations.
These instructions will only be effective if the machine
receives proper maintenance. Any defects or
abnormalities must be repaired immediately.
Do not use the machine for applications other than those
which are described in this manual.
In the event of a particular problem, requiring some
intervention or application not described in this manual,
contact your Astec dealer immediately.
Most accidents involving machine operation and
maintenance can be avoided by following basic rules and
precautions. Read and understand all the safety
messages in this manual, and the safety signs on the
machine before you operate or service the machine. See
your Astec dealer if you have any questions.
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY and make sure you
understand the characteristics of speed, stability, and
steering of this machine. The machine must be used only
by trained operators. KEEP THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL IN
THE STORAGE BOX under the hood and make sure it is
always fastened to the machine, in complete and good
condition. See your dealer for additional manuals. Also
see the inside of the rear cover of this manual.
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL STORAGE
The safety information given in this manual does not
replace safety codes, insurance regulations, or local laws.
Make sure your machine has the correct equipment
according to these rules or laws.
IMPORTANT:
Safety messages in this section point out
situations which can be encountered during the normal
operation and maintenance of your machine. These safety
messages also give possible ways of dealing with these
conditions. Additional safety messages are used in the
text of the manual to show specific safety hazards.
PERSONAL SAFETY
Safety Decals on this machine use the words Danger,
Warning or Caution, which are defined as follows:
•DANGER:Indicates an immediate
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury. The color associated
with Danger is RED.
• WARNING: Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided
will result in serious injury. The color associated with
Warning is ORANGE.
• CAUTION: Indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices. The color
associated with Caution is YELLOW.
ISO two panel pictorial symbol decals are shown in both
vertical and horizontal configurations and are defined as
follows:
• The Signal panel indicates the nature of the hazard.
• The Message panel indicates the appropriate avoidance
of the hazard.
• Background color is YELLOW.
• Prohibition symbols such as and if
used are RED.
UTILITY SAFETY
Safety precaution MUST be followed when working near
buried utility lines
During operation it is likely that you will be working
around or near buried utility lines which may include, but
are not limited to:
• Electrical Power Line
• Gas Line
• Water Line
• Communication Line - Telephone or Cable Television
• Sewer Line
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