5-40 OM ET18/20/24 us 1.3 * et18_20_24b510.fm
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5.10 Attachments
Picking up
Injury hazard! Fluid escaping under high pressure can
damage the skin and eyes!
Can result in severe injury or death.
► Do not allow anyone to stay in the danger zone.
► Before connecting or removing hydraulic lines from the
attachment, ensure that the work hydraulics is not under
pressure.
► Release the pressure in the work hydraulics.
Injury hazard when hitching attachments!
Can result in severe injury or death.
► Always wear protective equipment when installing the
connecting pins of the attachment.
► Ensure that no one is in the danger zone.
► Only use attachments that are in perfect condition.
► After hitching the attachment or before starting machine
operation, ensure that the lock is correctly connected with the
mount.
► Align the fastening bores in the bucket with a mandrel. This
makes it easier to slide the pin into the bore connecting the
attachment with the stick.
► Do not correct an incorrect alignment with the connecting pin
and a hammer. Fragments can chip off the pin if it is struck
with a hammer.
► Remove the connecting pins from the bucket only if it is in a
stabile position and if it cannot be moved when removing the
connecting pins. Do not stand on the closed rear side of the
bucket as you remove it. Do not place your foot underneath
the bucket.
► Remove the bucket only if it is firmly positioned on the ground or
on a solid base. Do not remove the connecting pins if the bucket
is raised. The bucket can cause serious injuries if it falls.
► Do not align the connecting bores with your fingers. In order
to avoid possible injury, keep your fingers and hands away
from the connections as you align the connecting bores.