Wacker Neuson 2503 User Manual

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Foreword
This safety manual is intended to point out some of the
basic safety situations that may be encountered during
the normal operation and maintenance of the machine
and to suggest possible ways of dealing with these
conditions. This manual is NOT a substitute for the
compact excavator manufacturer’s operator manual(s).
Additional precautions may be necessary, or some
instructions may not apply, depending on equipment,
attachments and conditions at the worksite or in the
service area. The manufacturer has no direct control
over equipment application, operation, inspection or
maintenance. Therefore, it is YOUR responsibility to
use safe work practices in these areas.
The information provided in this manual supplements
the specic information about the machine that is
contained in the manufacturer’s manual(s). Other
information that may affect the safe operation of the
machine may be contained on safety signs or in
insurance requirements, employer’s safety and training
programs, safety codes, local, state/provincial and
federal laws, rules and regulations.
IMPORTANT! Before you operate the compact
excavator, make sure you have the manufacturer’s
manual(s) for this machine and all attachments. If the
manufacturer’s manuals are missing, obtain replacement
manuals from your employer, equipment dealer or
directly from the manufacturer. Keep this safety manual
and the manufacturer’s manuals with the machine at all
times. Read and understand all manuals.
Safety videos and other training resources are available
from some manufacturers. Operators are encouraged to
periodically review the safety video.
Read And
Understand
Manuals Before
Operating
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Safety Alerts
Symbol
This Safety Alert Symbol means: “ATTENTION!
STAY ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!”
The Safety Alert Symbol identies important safety
messages on equipment, safety signs, in manuals or
elsewhere. When you see this symbol, be alert to the
possibility of death or personal injury. Carefully read the
message that follows and inform other operators. Follow
instructions in the safety message.
Signal Words
Signal words are distinctive words that will typically be
found on safety signs on the compact excavator and
other worksite equipment. These words may also be
found in this manual and the manufacturer’s manuals.
These words are intended to alert the operator to a
hazard and the degree of severity of the hazard.
DANGER indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates a property
damage message.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE

Wacker Neuson 2503 Specifications

General

Brand	Wacker Neuson
Model	2503
Category	Excavators
Language	English