BA EZ17 en* 1.1 * Safety_01_0.fm 2-11
Safety 2
Removing and fitting attachments
• Before uncoupling or coupling hydraulic connections:
- Stop the engine
- Release the pressure in the operating hydraulics
• Picking up and lowering attachments to the ground requires special
care:
- Pick up and safely lock the attachment in accordance with the
Operator’s Manual.
- Lower the attachment only to firm, level ground and secure it to
prevent it from tipping over or rolling away.
• Put the machine and the attachment into operation only if:
- The protective equipment has been installed and is functional.
- The connections for the lights and the hydraulic system have been
established and are functional.
• Perform a visual check of the lock after locking the attachment.
• There must be nobody between the machine and the equipment when
picking up or lowering an attachment to the ground.
2.8 Towing, loading and transporting
Towing
• Seal off the danger zone.
• Ensure that no one is near the towing bar or cable. The safety distance
is equal to 1.5 times the length of the towing equipment.
• Observe the mandatory transport position, permissible speed and
itinerary.
• A tractor vehicle of the same weight category must be used as a
minimum. Furthermore, the tractor vehicle must be equipped with a
safe braking system and sufficient tractive power.
• Use only towing bars or cables certified by a test/certification body,
observe the inspection intervals.
• Do not use any towing bars or cables that are dirty, damaged or not of
sufficient size.
• Fasten towing bars or cables only at the defined points.
• Tow away only in accordance with this Operator’s Manual to avoid
damage to the machine.
• Observe the national regulations (for example the light regulations)
when towing on public roads/sites.
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