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WEBM1000 Safety Section (D6T LGP (OEM))
Electrical Storm Injury Prevention
Grease or oil under high pressure coming out of the
relief valve can penetrate the body causing injury or
death. Do not watch the relief valve to see if grease
or oil is escaping. Watch the track or track
adjustment cylinder to see if the track is being
loosened.
The pins and bushings in a dry track pin joint can
be
com
e very hot. It is possible to burn the fingers if
there is more than brief contact with these
components.
Electrical Storm Injury
Prevention
When lightning is striking in the vicinity of the
machine, the operator should never attempt the
following procedures:
• Mount the machine.
• Dismount the machine.
If you are in the operator's station during an
electric
al storm, stay in the operator's station. If you
are on the ground during an electrical storm, stay
away from the vicinity of the machine.
Before Starting Engine
Start the engine only from the operator's
compartment. Do not short across the battery
terminals and do not short across the batteries.
Bypassing the engine neutral start system can
damage the electrical system.
Inspect the condition of the seat belt and mounting
ha
rdwar
e. Replace any damaged parts or worn
parts. Regardless of appearance, replace the seat
belt after three years of use. Do not use an extension
for a seat belt on a retractable seat belt.
Adjust the seat so that full pedal travel can be
ac
hieved. Ma
ke sure that the operator's back is
against the back of the seat.
Make sure that the machine is equipped with a
lighting
system t
hat is adequate for the job
conditions. Make sure that all lights are working
properly. Before you start the engine or before you
move the machine, make sure that no one is working
on the machine, working underneath the machine or
working close to the machine. Make sure that the
area is free of personnel.
Engine Starting
If a warning tag is attached to the start switch or
attached to the controls, do not start the engine.
Also, do not move any controls.
Move all hydraulic controls to the HOLD position
be
for
e starting the engine. Move the direction
control (switch) to NEUTRAL.
Engage the parking brake switch.
Diesel engine exhaust contains products of
com
bustion.
These products can be harmful to your
health. Always start the engine and always operate
the engine in a ventilated area. If you are in an
enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the outside.
Check for the presence of bystanders or
main
tenan
ce personnel. Ensure that all personnel
are clear of the machine.
Briefly sound the horn before you start the engine.
Before Operation
Clear all personnel from the machine and from the
area.
Remove all obstacles from the path of the machine.
Beware of
hazards such as wires, ditches, etc.
Be sure that all windows are clean. Secure the doors
and th
e windows in either the open position or the
shut position.
Adjust the rearview mirrors (if equipped) for best
vision
close to
the machine. Make sure that the
machine horn, the backup alarm (if equipped) and
all other warning devices are working properly.
Reference: Ref
er
to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Daily Inspection” in this manual.
Fasten the seat belt securely.
Visibility Information
Before you start the machine, perform a walk-around
inspection in order to ensure that there are no
hazards around the machine.
While the machine is in operation, constantly survey
th
e area a
round the machine in order to identify
potential hazards as hazards become visible around
the machine.
Your machine may be equipped with visual aids.
Some
examples
of visual aids are Closed Circuit
Television (CCTV) and mirrors. Before operating the
machine, ensure that the visual aids are in proper
working condition and that the visual aids are clean.
Adjust the visual aids using the procedures that are
located in this Operation and Maintenance Manual,.
If equipped, the Work Area Vision System shall be
adjusted according to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, SEBU8157 “Work Area Vision System”.