Before you move the machine, make sure that no one will be endangered.
Check for proper operation of all controls and protective devices while you operate the machine slowly in an open area.
Do not allow riders on the machine unless the machine has the following equipment:
- additional seat
- additional seat belt
Report any needed repairs that were noted during operation.
Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an excavation, or an overhang.
If the machine begins to sideslip, turn the machine downhill.
Be careful to avoid any condition which could cause the machine to tip. The machine can tip when you work on hills, banks and slopes. Also, the machine can tip when you cross ditches, ridges or other obstacles.
Whenever it is possible, operate the machine up the slopes and down the slopes. Avoid operating the machine across the slope, when possible.
Keep the machine under control. Do not overload the machine beyond capacity.
Be sure that the towing eyes and towing devices are adequate.
Connect trailing equipment to a drawbar or to a hitch only.
When you maneuver the machine to connect equipment, be sure that there are no personnel between the machine and trailing equipment. Block the hitch of the trailing equipment in order to align the equipment with the drawbar.
Never straddle a wire cable or allow other personnel to straddle a wire cable.
Know the maximum dimensions of your machine.
Limitations on Lifting Loads That Exceed the Working Range
Do not load the boom beyond the maximum load capacity. See the chart on the tipover warning for the load capacity of the boom.
When the load capacity is exceeded, refer to "American National Standards A.N.S.I. B3014-1979 Section 14.2.2".
Also, follow the procedures that are listed below:
- Inspect the wire cable for defects prior to the lift operation.
- Inspect the wire cable for defects after the lift operation.
- Do not exceed the load capacity of the boom.
- The load must be handled safely in order to minimize tipping effects.
- The lift operation and the inspections must be made under controlled conditions by an authorized person.
Electrical Power Lines
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Serious injury or death by electrocution can result if the machine or attachments are not kept the proper distance from electrical power lines. |
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Use the following charts in order to determine the safe distance from high voltage wires during these conditions:
- machine operation
- machine transportation
| When Operating Near High Voltage Power Lines | |
|---|---|
| Normal Voltage (Phase to Phase) | Minimum Clearance Required |
| 0 Volts to 50 kVolts | 3.05 Meters (10 Feet) |
| Over 50 kVolts to 200 kVolts | 4.60 Meters (15 Feet) |
| Over 200 kVolts to 350 kVolts | 6.10 Meters (20 Feet) |
| Over 350 kVolts to 500 kVolts | 7.62 Meters (25 Feet) |
| Over 500 kVolts to 750 kVolts | 10.67 Meters (35 Feet) |
| Over 750 kVolts to 1000 kVolts | 13.72 Meters (45 Feet) |
| While In Transit Near High Voltage Power Lines | |
| Normal Voltage (Phase to Phase) | Minimum Clearance Required |
| 0 Volts to .75 kVolts | 1.22 Meters (4 Feet) |
| Over .75 kVolts to 50 kVolts | 1.83 Meters (6 Feet) |
| Over 50 kVolts to 345 kVolts | 3.05 Meters (10 Feet) |
| Over 345 kVolts to 750 kVolts | 6.10 Meters (20 Feet) |
| Over 750 kVolts to 1000 kVolts | 7.62 Meters (25 Feet) |