SAFETY
S-18
AVOID POWER LINES
•
Serious injury or death can result if the machine or front at-
tachments are not kept a safe distance from electric lines.
• When operating near an electric line, NEVER move any
part of the machine or load closer than 3 m plus twice the
line insulator length.
• Check and comply with any local regulations that may ap
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ply.
• Wet ground will expand the area that could cause any
person on it to be affected by electric shock. Keep all
bystanders or co-workers away from the site.
029-E01A-0381
PRECAUTIONS FOR LIGHTNING
•
The machine is vulnerable to lightning strikes.
• In the event of an electrical storm, immediately stop op
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eration, and lower the bucket to the ground. Evacuate to
a safe place far away from the machine.
• After the electrical storm has passed, check all of the
machine safety devices for any failure. If any failed safety
devices are found, operate the machine only after repair-
ing them.
OBJECT HANDLING
•
If a lifted load should fall, any person nearby may be struck
by the falling load or may be crushed underneath it, result-
ing in serious injury or death.
• When using the machine for craning operations, be sure
to comply with all local regulations.
• Do not use damaged chains or frayed cables, sables,
slings, or ropes.
• Before craning, position the upperstructure with the travel
motors at the rear.
• Move the load slowly and carefully. Never move it sud
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denly.
• Keep all persons well away from the load.
• Never move a load over a person’s head.
• Do not allow anyone to approach the load until it is safely
and securely situated on supporting blocks or on the
ground.
• Never attach a sling or chain to the bucket teeth. They
may come off, causing the load to fall.
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SA-381
SA-1088
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