SAFETY
1-2 WB140-2N, WB150-2N
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be allowed to operate and service this machine.
Before operating this machine it is important to study the operator’s manual thoroughly and become familiar with all
controls and safety decals. Keep this manual with your machine at all times for easy reference.
Safety must always be the operator’s most important concern. Never operate a machine that is unsafe or in poor operating con-
dition.
Always perform a pre-operational check on your machine before operating it.
If the machine is equipped with a seat belt and rollover protective structure, OSHA law requires the operator remain within the
confines of the rollover protective structure, with the seat belt fastened snugly around their waist before operating the machine.
OSHA law states if your equipment is designed for operation by one person, it is for one person only, never allow other per-
sonnel to ride on your machine.
Never leave your machine running and unattended. Always park the machine in a level area, lower any work equipment to the
ground, set the parking brake, lock the controls and turn the engine off before exiting the operator’s compartment.
Be sure that all personnel are at least 12 m (40 ft.) away from any point on the machine before moving or operating thema-
chine. Never allow anyone to stand near the machine while in operation. Remember, the larger the machine the more restricted
your visibility will be.
If pedestrians are in the area proceed slowly and sound your horn. Keep in mind, pedestrians have the right away, and a loaded
or smaller machine has the right away over an unloaded machine.
Never use your machine for tasks it was not designed for, damage to the machine or injury to the operator may result.
Follow all safety rules, precautions, and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine.
It is the owner and /or operator’s responsibility to replace any safety or warning decals if they are defaced or removed from the
machine.
Think before you act, study the job carefully. Careful operator’s and service personnel are the best insurance against accidents.
The operator of this machine must be alert, physically fit, and free from the influences of alcohol, drugs or medications that
might affect there eyesight, hearing, or reactions.
When working with another person on a work site, or during traffic control, be sure all personnel involved understand all hand
signals that are to be used.When leaving a job site for long periods of time always lower all work equipment to the ground,
neutralize work equipment controls and lock and secure your machine properly to avoid tampering by other personnel.
Never drive up to anyone standing in your path of travel. Always be sure all personnel are standing to the side when you
approach them and acknowledge your approach.
Follow all rules relating to safety as outlined in this manual and by your company, never get involved in horseplay.
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