MODEL M6 7
SAFELY OPERATE EQUIPMENT
Do not operate equipment until you are completely trained by a qualied
operator in how to use the controls, know its capabilities, dimensions, and all
safety requirements. See your prime movers manual for these instructions.
Keep all step plates, grab bars, pedals, and controls free of dirt, grease,
debris, and oil.
Never allow anyone to be around the equipment when it is operating or
being serviced.
Do not allow riders on the attachment or the prime mover.
Do not operate the equipment from anywhere other than the correct
operators position.
Never leave equipment unattended with the engine running or with this
attachment in a raised position.
Do not alter or remove any safety feature from the prime mover or this
attachment.
Know your work site safety rules as well as trafc rules and ow. When in
doubt on any safety issue, contact your supervisor or safety coordinator for
an explanation.
SAFELY MAINTAIN AND REPAIR EQUIPMENT
Do not wear loose clothing or any accessories that can catch in moving
parts. If you have long hair, cover or secure it so that it does not be
come entangled in the equipment.
Work on a level surface in a well lit area.
Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools.
Use the correct tool for the job at hand. Make sure they are in good condi-
tion for the task required.
Wear the protective equipment specied by the tool manufacturer.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products.
Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a
single careless act of an operator. In addition, to the design and conguration
of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon
the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment. The
designed and tested safety of this equipment depends on it being operated
within the limitations as explained in this manual.
INITIAL SET-UP AND SYSTEMS CHECK
Always check with your skid-steer manual or dealer for counter weight
ballast that may be required for machine stability.
Air in hydraulic systems can cause erratic operation and allows loads or
equipment components to drop unexpectedly.
Before operating equipment purge any air in the system by engaging all
hydraulic functions.
Check that all control lever positions function as instructed in the