M A E D A Mini-Crawler Crane Section 2 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1/2019 MC285C-3 2-5
The safety messages that follow have
WARNING level hazards.
Communications Hazard
・Always work with a partner that is on the ground.
The partner must keep aware of any hazards in
the work area and communicate them to the
machine operator.
・Both the machine operator and the partner must
decide before work begins on the hand signals
that they will use during the job.
・If hand signals are not used, proper radio
communications must be set up and tested
before the job begins.
Fall Hazard
・Never carry riders on the machine.
・Always use the hand grabs and slip-resistant
surfaces when entering or exiting the machine.
・Always maintain three-point contact when
entering or exiting the machine.
・Never jump off the machine.
Modification Hazard
Never modify the machine without written consent
of the manufacturer. Any modification can affect
the safe operation of the machine.
Exposure Hazard
Always wear personal
protective equipment,
including appropriate
clothing, gloves, work shoes,
and eye and hearing
protection, as required by
the task at hand.
Explosion Hazard
・While the engine is running or
the battery is charging,
hydrogen gas is being produced
and can be easily ignited. Keep
the area around the battery
well-ventilated and keep sparks,
open flame and any other form
of ignition out of the area.
・Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable
before servicing the equipment.
・Do not start the engine by shorting the starter
circuit or any other starting method not stated in
this manual. Only use the starting procedure as
described in this manual to start the engine.
・Never charge a frozen battery. Always slowly
warm the battery to room temperature before
charging.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
・Diesel fuel is flammable and explosive under
certain conditions.
・Never use a shop rag to catch the fuel.
・Wipe up all spills immediately.
・Never refuel with the engine running.
・Store any containers containing fuel in a
well-ventilated area, away from any
combustibles or sources of ignition.
Fire Hazard
・Have appropriate safety equipment
available. Have all fire extinguishers
checked periodically for proper
operation and/or readiness.
・Always read and follow safety-related
precautions found on containers of hazardous
substances like parts cleaners, primers,
sealants and sealant removers.
・Undersized wiring systems can cause an
electrical fire.
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