PRINTED IN U.S.A. 35 913218/CP0307
Controlled lighting of adequate intensity should be
provided in operating areas. Where operating condi-
tions indicate, the operator/user is responsible for hav-
ing the machine equipped with lights.
Provisions must be made to prevent trucks, semi-trail-
ers and railroad cars from being moved during loading
and unloading.
Wheel stops, parking brakes, or other positive holding
means must be used to prevent movement during load-
ing and unloading.
DO NOT move railroad cars and trailers with the
Telescopic Handler.
DO NOT use the boom and attachment for leverage to
push the machine out of mud.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT lower boom at high
engine RPM when attachment tool is at maximum
rearward tilt. Damage to slave cylinders may
result.
GENERAL LOAD HANDLING
NEVER attempt to work controls except from the
operator’s seat. NEVER jerk or use fast movements.
Avoid sudden stops, starts and changes in direction.
Safety Hand Signals
Stop
Rotate Forks
Right
Tilt Forks Down
Rotate Forks
Left
Tilt Forks Up
Lower LoadRaise Load
Load Back Load Forward
Operation of the hydraulic system depends on engine
speed and the distance the controls are moved. When
operating these controls it is important to develop a
technique called “feathering.” Feathering the control
means you start the desired motion by moving the con-
trol a small amount away from neutral. Then after
movement has started, the control can be eased to full
movement. Use the same feathering technique to stop
the motion.
WARNING
Excessive speed can be hazardous. ALWAYS
exercise caution and good judgement while
operating the machine.
Twice daily, increase the engine speed (to fast
idle) and extend and retract the frame leveling
cylinder to the stroke limit. This removes any
air trapped in the circuit, which could cause
the machine to lean to one side or the other.
ALWAYS maintain a safe distance from elec-
tric power lines and avoid contact with any
electrically charged conductor and gas line. It
is not necessary to make direct contact with a
power line for power to ground through the
structure of the machine. Keep the boom at
least 10 ft. (3 m) from all power lines.
Accidental contact or rupture can result in
electrocution or an explosion. Contact the
North American One-Call Referral System at
(888) 258-0808 for the local “Digger’s Hotline”
number or proper local authorities for utility
line locations BEFORE starting to dig!
Keep all body parts inside the operator’s sta-
tion while operating the machine. BE SURE of
clearance for the attachment tool when turn-
ing, working around buildings, etc.
Turning corners too fast can tip the machine,
or cause a load to tip off the attachment.
Sudden slowing or stopping of the machine
may cause the load to drop off the attachment
tool.
Be certain you can control both speed and
direction before moving. Always place the
machine in neutral and set the parking brake
before raising or extending the boom. NEVER
drive the machine up to someone standing in
front of the load.
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