46 MT55 Operation & Maintenance Manual
OPERATING PROCEDURE
Inspect The Work Area
Before beginning operation, inspect the work area for
unsafe conditions.
Look for sharp drop-offs or rough terrain. Have
underground utility lines (gas, water, sewer, irrigation,
etc.) located and marked.
Remove objects or other construction material that could
damage the loader or cause personal injury.
Always check ground conditions before starting your
work:
• Inspect for signs of instability such as cracks or
settlement.
• Be aware of weather conditions that can affect ground
stability.
• Check for adequate traction if working on a slope.
Basic Operating Instructions
Always warm the engine and hydrostatic system before
operating the loader.
Machines warmed up with moderate engine speed
and light load have longer life.
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Operate the loader with engine at full speed for maximum
horsepower. Move the Drive / Steering Controls only a
small amount to operate the loader slowly.
New operators must operate the loader in an open area
without bystanders. Operate the controls until the loader
can be handled at an efficient and safe rate for all
conditions of the work area.
Operating Near An Edge Or Water
Keep the loader as far back from the edge as possible
and the loader tracks perpendicular to the edge so that if
part of the edge collapses, the loader can be moved
back.
Always move the loader back at any indication the edge
may be unstable.
MACHINE TIPPING OR ROLLOVER CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Keep the lift arms as low as possible.
• Do not travel or turn with the lift arms up.
• Turn on level ground. Slow down when turning.
• Go up and down slopes, not across them.
• Keep the heavy end of the machine uphill.
• Do not overload the machine.
• Check for adequate traction.
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Dealer Copy -- Not for Resale
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