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SECTION 00 -- GENERAL
604.13.542.01 -- 03 -- 2006
◊ To load/unload a machine from transporter,
choose a level surface ensuring firm support to
thewheelsoftruckor trailer.Anchorthemachine
securely to the bed of truck or trailer and block
wheels or tracks with appropriate wedges.
◊ Use only approved grounded auxiliary power
sources for heaters, chargers, pumps and simi-
lar equipmentto reduce the hazards of electrical
shocks.
◊ Lift and handle heavy parts with a lifting device
of proper capacity.
◊ Beware of bystanders.
◊ Never pour gasoline or diesel fuel into open,
wide and low containers.
◊ Never use gasoline, solvent or other flammable
fluid to clean parts. Use exclusively qualified,
non--flammable, non--toxic commercial sol-
vents.
◊ When using compressed air for cleaning parts,
use safety glasses with side shields or goggles.
◊ Limit pressure to 2.1 bar , in accordance with
local and national regulations.
◊ Do not run the engine in closed areas without
proper ventilation to remove deadly exhaust
fumes.
◊ Donotsmokeorpermitanyopenflamesorspark
near when re--fuelling or handling flammable
materials.
◊ Do not use an open flame as a light source to
look for leaks or for inspection anywhere on the
machine.
◊ Movewithextremecarewhenworkingunderthe
machine, its attachments and or on or near
them. Always wear protective safety equipment
as required, such as hard hat, goggles, safety
shoes, ear plugs.
◊ Whenperformingoperationsrequiringrunningof
theengine,have a qualifiedoperatorin theoper-
ator’s seat at all times with the mechanic on
sight. Place the transmission in neutral and set
the brakes and safety lock.
◊ For field service, move machine to level ground,
if possible, and block it. If work on an incline is
absolutely necessary, first block machineandits
attachments securely, than move it to level
groundas soon aspossible withacertainmargin
of safety.
◊ Do not trust worn and /or kinked chains and
cables: donot use them forliftingor pullingoper-
ations. To handle them, always use heavy
gloves.
◊ Be surechains andcablesareanchoredandthe
anchor points are strong enough to handle the
expectedload.Keep exposedpersonnel clearof
anchor points and cables or chains. No
bystanders are allowed near the hookingpoints,
chains or cables.
◊ Keep the area where maintenance operations
are performed CLEAN and DR Y. Eliminate
immediately all water and oil spillages.
◊ Do not pileup oily or greasyrags; theyrepresent
a fire hazard. Store in a closed metal container.
Before starting machine, check, adjust and lock
the operator’s seat for maximum comfort and
control of the machine. Be sure exposed
personnelintheareaofoperationareclearofthe
machine before moving it or its attachments.
Sound the horn.
◊ Do not carry loose objects in pockets that might
fall unnoticed into open compartments.
◊ Wear proper protective equipment such as
safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields, hard hat, safety shoes, heavy gloves
when metalor otherparticlesareapt tofly or fall.
◊ Wear welders protective equipment such as
dark safety glasses, helmets, protective cloth-
ing, gloves and safety shoes, when welding or
burning. Wear dark safety glasses near welding
zones. DO NOT LOOK AT ARC WITHOUT
PROPER EYE PROTECTION.
◊ Steel cables are frayed after prolonged use;
always wear appropriate protections (heavy
gloves, goggles etc.).
◊ Handle all parts carefully. Keep hands and
fingers away from structures, gears or moving
parts. Use and wear always the appropriate
protections, such as safety goggles, gloves and
safety shoes.
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