SAFETY
AU103168 C7B 6
Before beginning any trenching, drilling or other
construction work it is your responsibility to be
aware of all such utility lines buried in the area of
your project and to avoid them.
ALWAYS have all local utility companies mark the location
of their lines.
In U.S.A. and Canada call one of many “One Call System
Directory” services. If you do not know the local number,
call the national number (U.S.A. and Canada only): 1-888-
258-0808.
Check with local authorities for laws, regulations
and/or strict penalties requiring you to locate and
avoid existing utilities.
RH99G001
CALL ALL LOCAL UTILITY COMPANIES BEFORE YOU TRENCH
Know the utility color code (U.S.A. and Canada):
Electric .......................................................... Red
Gas, Oil or Petroleum.................................. Yellow
Communication, Telephone, Television ........ Orange
Water ................................................. ..........Blue
Sewer.............................................. Green/Brown
Proposed Excavation.................................... White
Surveying ..................................................... Pink
Reclaimed Water and Slurry ........................ Purple
After locating the utility lines, carefully dig a hole by hand
and/or automatic vacuum equipment to the utility line to
verify the location and depth of the line.
BEFORE OPERATIONS
• Avoid loose fitting clothing, loose or uncovered long
hair, jewelry and loose personal articles.
• Different jobs may require different protective
equipment. Items such as hard hats, protective shoes,
heavy gloves, reflector type vests, respirators and ear
protection may be required. Know and use the
equipment that is required before you start the job.
• Be prepared for emergencies. Always have a first aid
kit and a good fire extinguisher with you and know how
to use each.
• Know the hand signals used on your job. Follow the
instructions of the flagman, signs, etc. See Hand
Signals in this manual.
• Check that all guards, covers and safety decals are
installed correctly or closed. NEVER operate the
machine without guards in place.
• Foreign material such as ice or grease on the controls
or hand rails can cause an accident. Keep these areas
clean.
• Remove all loose objects from operators area and from
the machine. Loose objects can jam controls and cause
accidents.
• If your machine is equipped with the optional ROPS,
always fasten the seat belt before you start the engine.
• Make sure all persons are away from the machine
before you start the engine.
• Always face the machine and use the hand rails and
steps when getting on the machine. Do not rush.
• Before you start each day, walk around the machine
and check for oil or fluid leaks. Replace all broken,
loose, worn or missing parts and do the required
lubrication and maintenance as shown in this manual.
• Engine exhaust fumes can cause death. If you operate
this machine in an enclosed area, use good ventilation
to replace the exhaust fumes with fresh air.
• Know the rules, laws and safety equipment necessary
for transporting this machine on a road or highway.
Rotating beacon, backup alarm, SMV and other safety
equipment items are available from you dealer.
• Make sure both steering brake levers are completely
pulled back in the locked position and all controls are in
Neutral before starting the engine.
WARNING:
Always contact your local One-
Call system and any utility companies which
do not subscribe to One-Call before the start
of your digging project.
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