Safety
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Danger resulting from damage to the machine
Damage to the machine may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed. The following parts of the machine are
particularly important for safety:
– Steering
– Safety devices
– Connecting devices
– Lighting
– Hydraulic system
– Tyres
– Universal shaft
If there are doubts about the operational safety of the machine, for example due to leaking
consumables, visible damage or an unexpected change to the driving behaviour:
• Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and
safeguarding the machine".
• Immediately eliminate potential causes of damage, for example heavy soiling, or tighten
slack screws.
• If possible, repair the damage according to these operating instructions.
• In the case of damage which may affect operational safety and cannot be repaired
according to these operating instructions: Have damage repaired by a qualified service
centre.
Technical limit values
When the technical limit values of the machine are not met, the machine may be damaged.
Thus there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries or death. With regard to safety, it is of special
importance to comply with the following technical limit values:
– Gross vehicle weight
– Permissible axle load
– Permissible supported load
– Maximum permissible speed
• Meet limit values, refer to chapter entitled “Technical Data”.