
Read all safety decals and safety statements in all manuals prior to operating or working on this
equipment. Know and obey all regulations, local laws and other professional guidelines for your
operation. Know and follow good work practices when assembling, maintaining, repairing,
mounting, removing or operating this equipment.
WARNING
KNOW YOUR EQUIPMENT
Know your equipment’s capabilities, dimensions and operations before operating. Visually inspect
your equipment before you start, and never operate equipment that is not in proper working order
with all safety devices intact. Check all hardware to assure it is tight. Make certain that all locking
pins, latches, and connection devices are properly installed and secured. Remove and replace any
damaged, fatigued or excessively worn parts. Make certain all safety decals are in place and are
legible. Keep decals clean, and replace them if they become worn and hard to read.
WARNING
PROTECT AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS
Always wear proper safety glasses, goggles or a face shield when driving pins in or out or when
operation causes dust, flying debris, or any other hazardous material.
WARNING
LOWER OR SUPPORT RAISED EQUIPMENT
Do not work under raised booms without supporting them. Do not use support material made of
concrete blocks, logs, buckets, barrels or any other material that could suddenly collapse or shift
positions. Make sure support material is solid, not decayed, warped, twisted, or tapered. Lower
booms to ground level or onto blocks. Lower booms and attachments to the ground before leaving
the cab or operator’s station.
WARNING
DO NOT MODIFY MACHINE OR ATTACHMENTS
Modifications may weaken the integrity of the attachment and may impair the function, safety, life
and performance of the attachment. When making repairs, use only the manufacturer’s genuine
parts, following authorized instructions. Other parts may be substandard in fit and quality. Never
modify any RoPS (Roll over Protection System) equipment or device. Any modifications must be
authorized in writing by the manufacturer.
WARNING
SAFELY MAINTAIN AND REPAIR EQUIPMENT
• Do not wear loose clothing, or any accessories that can catch in moving parts. If you have long
hair, cover or secure it so that it does not become entangled in the equipment.
• Work on a level surface in a well-lit area.
• Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools.
• Use the correct tool for the job at hand. Make sure they are in good condition for the task required.
• Wear the protective clothing equipment specified by the tool manufacturer.
WARNING
SAFELY OPERATE EQUIPMENT
Do not operate equipment until you are completely trained by a qualified operator in how to use the
controls, know its capabilities, dimensions, and all safety requirements.
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