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Guidance for owners, users, and operators regarding safety and manual usage.
Details on locating the serial number and understanding the ID plaque information.
Specifies the approved operations and prohibits unauthorized applications of the machine.
Emphasizes owner's responsibility to comply with manufacturer's bulletins for safety.
Information on how and why to contact the manufacturer for inquiries or reporting.
Procedure for registering ownership changes to ensure updated notices and advisories.
Explains the system for recognizing hazards and the meaning of signal words.
Defines the 'NOTICE' signal word for information not related to personal injury.
Provides essential safety rules for operating the Digger Derrick.
Safe practices for boom movement, lifting, and load handling.
Safety precautions and procedures for digging operations.
Safety guidelines for using the Digger Derrick with an aerial platform.
Critical safety information regarding electrical hazards and clearances.
Safety rules for using hydraulic tools and other accessories.
Safety procedures and checks for traveling with the Digger Derrick.
Summary of potential hazards associated with Digger Derrick operation.
Identification and importance of safety decals on the equipment.
Information on the voltage rating and dielectric testing of the upper boom.
Explanation of Design Voltage and Qualification Voltage ratings.
Diagram and labels identifying the main components of the Digger Derrick.
Description of master control, PTO, and warning lights in the cab.
Details on the functions of primary controls for rotation, lift, and boom extension.
Explanation of single stick control operations for boom movement.
Identification and description of controls located below the rotation mechanism.
Detailed functions of controls below rotation, including selector and outrigger controls.
Requirements for operator and ground personnel training and qualifications.
Procedures and checks to perform before operating the Digger Derrick.
Visual inspection points for various components of the Digger Derrick.
Steps for surveying the job site to identify potential hazards.
Guidelines for operating the unit within specified temperature limits.
Safety considerations and limitations for operating in windy conditions.
Procedures for positioning and stabilizing the vehicle at the job site.
Instructions for setting up the unit on sloped or uneven terrain.
Specific procedures for setting up the unit on slippery surfaces.
Explanation of the outrigger interlock system and its operation.
General guidelines and safety procedures for operating the Digger Derrick.
Information on understanding and using the load capacity chart.
List of options that may affect machine capacity and operation.
Detailed guide on how to interpret the load capacity chart.
Specific load capacity information for operations involving a jib assembly.
Procedures and safety for boom rotation and lift cylinder capacity.
Usage and safety for the second boom section extension.
Information on the fiberglass third boom section and its limitations.
Instructions for installing and using the optional transferable pole guide.
Description of turntable and boom tip winch operations.
Recommendations and inspection procedures for winch lines and loads.
Safety warnings related to electrocution hazards with winch lines.
Proper methods for operating the hydraulic winch for safe service.
Safety rules and procedures for unstowing and stowing the digger/auger.
Procedures and safety precautions for changing augers.
Guidelines for locating utilities and digging pole holes safely.
Techniques and precautions for digging in rocky soil.
Methods for digging in difficult soil conditions like frost or hard pan.
Procedures for digging holes deeper than standard depth.
Safety considerations for digging anchor holes at various angles.
Steps for setting screw anchors and managing soil conditions.
Safe procedures for storing the digger and auger for transport.
Safety precautions for handling poles near energized lines.
Steps for properly hooking and raising a pole.
Guidance on positioning and plumbing a pole into its hole.
Instructions for installing and using the hydraulic tilt pole plummer.
Operation and interlock details for the transferable tilt pole guide.
Proper techniques for using a hydraulic tamp to secure poles.
Safe methods for loosening and removing poles from the ground.
Setup and operation instructions for the hydraulic pole puller.
Guidelines for using the Digger Derrick for aerial platform operations.
Pre-operational checks and safety for aerial platform use.
Information on fall arrest systems and platform brake usage.
Step-by-step instructions for installing platforms on the boom tip.
Procedures for extending and storing the top control system.
How to use the selector to switch between upper and lower controls.
Descriptions of various controls available at the upper control station.
Operation of the auxiliary platform and its controls.
Procedures to follow in case of an emergency or equipment malfunction.
Safety steps for moving near fallen power lines.
Using the control selector to override upper controls or for emergency stops.
Hazards and immediate actions required for hydraulic line failures.
Step-by-step sequence to stop oil flow and manage hydraulic line failures.
Emergency procedures for a malfunctioning control valve.
Procedures for installing and removing the jib assembly.
Instructions for tilting and extending single and two-stage jib booms.
Final checks and procedures before leaving the job site.
Establishing a preventative maintenance program and record-keeping.
Precautions to be taken before starting maintenance, adjustments, or repairs.
Guidelines for performing adjustments and repairs by qualified personnel.
Information on regular lubrication of moving parts according to manufacturer recommendations.
General information and recommendations for maintaining operational readiness.
Scheduled inspection intervals (daily, 90-day, 180-day, 12-month) for the unit.
Detailed chart specifying lubrication points, types, and intervals.
Daily inspection procedures and criteria for wire rope condition.
Daily inspection procedures and criteria for synthetic rope condition.
Inspection requirements for load line hooks and safety latches.
List of applicable ANSI standards for operation and maintenance.
List of applicable OSHA regulations for operation and maintenance.
Excerpts from OSHA standards regarding minimum clearance distances.
Requirements for operations near power lines under OSHA Subpart CC.
Illustrations and descriptions of standard hand signals for crane operations.
Duties and requirements for dealers and installers of the Digger Derrick.
Owner's responsibilities for inspection, testing, maintenance, and training.
User's responsibilities regarding personnel, training, and safe practices.
Operator's duties including operation, pre-start inspections, and observations.
Responsibilities of lessors and lessees for equipment provision and training.
Guidelines for conducting a job site survey to identify hazards and safeguards.
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