Starting Precautions
Maintain three-point contact
when mounting and dismounting
Do not jump on or off the machine. Never
attempt to mount or dismount a moving
machine.
For machines with cab, when mounting
and dismounting the cab, first open the
door fully to the locked position and check
that it does not move.
Always face the access system and
maintain a three-point contact with the
recommended handrails and steps while
getting on and off the machine. Keep
steps and platform clean.
Never use the control levers as hand
holds.
Do not go under the raised lift arms if they
are not sufficiently supported.
Lower the lift arms to the ground before
mounting or dismounting the cab.
Clear the area of other persons
before starting the machine
Do not start the engine until you are sure it
is safe. Before starting, check or perform the
following.
Walk around the machine and warn all
personnel who may be servicing the
machine or are in the machine path. Do
not start until all personnel are clearly
away from the machine.
Check for any “DO NOT OPERATE” tags
or similar warning notices on the cab door,
controls and ignition switch.
Sound horn to alert everyone around the
machine.
Start the engine from the
operator’s seat
Adjust, secure and latch the operator’s
seat.
Fasten the seat belt.
Check that the parking brake is applied
and place all controls in the neutral
position.
Check that the safety bar is in the lock
position.
Clear the area of all persons.
Start and operate the engine from the
operator’s seat only.
Never attempt to start the engine by
shorting across the starter terminals.
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