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Safety
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• Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination
while operating this equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this equipment
while taking prescription or over-the-counter medications.
• Safe operation of equipment requires the operator's full attention. Avoid distractions
such as radio headphones, cell phones, etc. while operating.
• Contact with underground gas lines or electrical cables may result in serious injury or
death from explosion or electrical shock. Before operating, call 811 or the local number
to locate underground utilities.
• Do not drive posts near underground utility lines.
• Stay away from power lines when transporting, raising, or operating the attachment.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• The Post Driver must be securely latched to the vehicle. Ensure both locking handles
are in the locked position with pins fully seated. An improperly latched Post Driver can
fall without warning.
• Before you operate the attachment, check over pins and connections to be sure all are
securely in place.
• Make sure all guards are in place and secure before operating equipment.
• Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
• Never place yourself between the vehicle and the attachment.
• Never allow anyone under the attachment at any time.
• Keep clear of the Post Driver while in operation. Never position, align, or support the
post by hand or with any tool when the Post Driver is in operation.
• Do not exceed the vehicle's rated operating load. Use sufficient counterweights. Move
the vehicle slowly when the attachment is raised.
• Carry the load low. A heavy load can cause instability of the vehicle. Use extreme care
during travel. Slow down on turns and watch out for bumps. Use all safety devices,
including a seat belt, as recommended in the vehicle operator’s manual.
• Do not operate the Post Driver on steep hillsides. When operating the Post Driver
on uneven or hilly terrain, position the vehicle with the attachment uphill. With the
attachment downhill, the vehicle could tip when attempting to raise the Post Driver.
Consult your vehicle operator’s manual for maximum incline allowable.
• Always shut off the vehicle engine, remove the key, lower vehicle arms, and relieve all
hydraulic pressure before dismounting the vehicle. Never leave equipment unattended
with the vehicle running.
• Never attempt adjustments, service, or repairs while the equipment is in operation.
• Never work under equipment supported by hydraulics. Even with the vehicle shut off,
equipment can suddenly drop if controls are actuated or if hydraulic lines burst.
• Before disconnecting hydraulic lines or fittings, be sure to relieve all pressure by
cycling all hydraulic controls after shutdown. Remember hydraulic systems are under
pressure whenever the engine is running and may hold pressure after shutdown.
• Store the attachment on a flat, level surface in an area where children do not play.
Securely block and support the attachment.
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