xii Operation & Maintenance Manual
331/331E/334 Excavator
BEFORE OPERATING THE BOBCAT
COMPACT EXCAVATOR
The Bobcat excavator and attachment must be in good
operating condition before use.
Check all of the items on the Bobcat Service Schedule
Decal under the 8–10 hour column or as shown in this
Manual.
SAFE OPERATION NEEDS A QUALIFIED
OPERATOR *
A QUALIFIED OPERATOR MUST DO THE FOLLOWING:
• UNDERSTAND THE WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS,
RULES AND REGULATIONS
• The written instructions from Bobcat Company
include the Delivery Report, Operation &
Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook, Safety
Manual and machine signs (decals).
• Check the rules and regulations at your location. The
rules may include an employer’s work safety
requirements. Regulations may apply to local driving
requirements or use of a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem. Regulations may identify a hazard such as
a utility line.
• HAVE TRAINING WITH ACTUAL OPERATION
• Operator training must consist of a demonstration and verbal instruction. This training is given by your Bobcat dealer
before the product is delivered.
• The new operator must start in an area without bystanders and use all the controls until he can operate the machine and
attachment safely under all conditions of the work area. Always fasten seat belt before operating.
• Operator Training Courses are available from your Bobcat dealer in English and Spanish. They provide information
for safe and efficient equipment operation. Safety videos are also available.
• KNOW THE WORK CONDITIONS
• Know the weight of the materials being handled. Avoid exceeding the Rated Lift Capacity of the machine. Material which
is very dense will be heavier than the same volume of less dense material. Reduce the size of load if handling dense
material.
• The operator must know any prohibited uses or work areas, for example, he needs to know about excessive slopes.
• Know the location of any underground lines. Call local utilities or the TOLL FREE phone number found in the SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS Section of this manual.
• Wear tight fitting clothing. Always wear safety glasses when doing maintenance or service. Safety glasses, hearing
protection or special applications kit are required for some work. See your dealer about Bobcat Safety equipment.
* For an operator be qualified, he must not use drugs or alcoholic drinks which impair his alertness or coordination while
working. An operator who is taking prescription drugs must get medical advice to determine if he can safely operate a
machine.
SI23–0400
Safety Alert Symbol
This symbol with a warning statement, means:
“Warning, be alert! Your safety is involved!” Care-
fully read the message that follows.
Operator must have instructions before running
the machine. Untrained operators can cause injury
or death.
W–2001–1285
Warnings on the machine and in the manuals are
for your safety. Failure to obey warnings can
cause injury or death.
W–2044–1285
This notice identifies procedures which must be
followed to avoid damage to the machine.
I–2019–0284
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