ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE
- Some machines can be equipped with electronic com-
ponents whose function can be inuenced by electroma-
gnetic interferences from other appliances that are not
part of the machine. These interferences can be consi-
dered a danger to people.
- If any auxiliary equipment is installed, the user must
check whether the installation causes any interference
at all with the instruments on the vehicle; if it does, the
user must get rid of the interference.
It is of the utmost importance to pay particular attention to
mobile equipment, such as radio equipment (telephones)
which must be installed by specialised technicians and fea-
ture external antennas.
In general, bear in mind that any additional electrical equip-
ment installed must comply with Directive EMC EEC/89/336
and feature the “CE” mark.
VIBRATIONS
Take into account the following recommendations to reduce
the operator’s exposure to vibrations:
- Always use tools that are suitable for the type of job to
carry out.
- The driver’s seat must be correctly adjusted according to
individual requirements. Inspect and if necessary repair
the seat suspensions and adjustment mechanisms.
- Ensure that the machine is kept efficient and carry out
machine maintenance as prescribed by the manual.
- Steer, accelerate, brake, change gear and move attach-
ments smoothly.
- When in transit, adjust the speed of the machine to minimise
vibrations. Reduce speed to avoid jolts. Transport the ma-
chine if there is a considerable distance between work sites.
- Keep the workplace in good condition, remove stones
and obstacles, ll depressions or holes, etc.
- To avoid back problems, only use the machine if you are in
good health. Take breaks to reduce the amount of time spent
sitting in the same position. Never jump out of the cab or off
the machine. Avoid repeatedly handling and lifting loads.
CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE WORK SAFELY
- Do not leave tools or other items lying around the
workplace. Clean up any traces of grease, oil or other
substances that could be slippery. Always keep the wor-
kplace clean and tidy so you can work safely.
- For the sake of safety, place rags soaked in grease and/
or other inammable materials in a safe container.
- Only use tools that are suitable for the tasks to carry out
and ensure they are used properly. The use of dama-
ged, poor quality, defective, random or unsuitable tools
can cause serious injury.
- Never hit the machine or any part of the machine with
hammers or other tools, splinters or rebounding tools
can cause injury.
- It is possible to slip or fall on a machine covered in mud,
oil etc. This will also make it more difcult to carry out a
visual analysis of machine components during inspec-
tions or maintenance work. Carefully clean the machine
before every intervention.
Do the following before carrying out any maintenance on the
machine:
Park the machine on at and solid ground.
Completely retract and lower the boom.
Leave the boom raised and apply the safety rod if the
maintenance work requires the boom to be raised.
Allow the engine to idle for some 60 seconds to cool it down.
Turn the ignition key to the engine off position.
Remove the key from the ignition.
Release any residual pressure in the hydraulic system
by repeatedly acting on the hydraulic distribution levers
while the engine is switched off.
Apply a "Maintenance in Progress" notice on the door of
the cab and inside the cab on the joysticks.
Apply barriers and spacers to prevent unauthorised staff
from approaching the machine.
Disconnect the battery cut-off switch.
Leave the engine to cool down.
- Ensure you are familiar with the maintenance procedu-
res before starting work.
- Keep the work area clean and dry.
- Do not lubricate parts or carry out any maintenance work
when the machine is moving.
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