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Falling objects protection system
(FOPS)
Understand the limitations of the Falling Object
Protective structure (FOPS). The loader is equipped
with a Level 1 FOPS, which gives protection against
moderate impacts. Your work environment may have
specific risks related to falling objects and the level of
protection that is needed to reduce the risk. Use of
the loader with FOPS level 1 may be prohibited in
the work area.
Modifications
Any modification to this machine must be approved
beforehand by an authorised Avant representative. If
you modify the loader or attachment, it can become
dangerous and cause serious injuries or even death.
Unauthorised modifications can increase the risk of
accidents and damage or shorten the service life of
the machine. Modifications to electric systems can
create serious risks of electric shock, fire, and
damage or explosion of the battery. Modifications or
incorrect repairs can also make the loader no longer
compliant with regulations concerning
electromagnetic emissions. Use only original spare
parts to make sure that the product is kept in safe
operating condition.
Working near powerlines
Digging may expose buried electric cables, and
some attachments may make it possible to reach
overhead powerlines with the loader, creating hazard
of electric shock and electrocution.
Plan work ahead and take necessary safety
precautions.
DANGER
Electrocution hazard - Stay away
from electric cables.
Contact with
or working too close to electric
wires can cause a lethal electric
shock. Keep the loader and any
attachment at a sufficient distance
from all electric cables, see the
table below. Never assume a cable
is disconnected.
Table 1 - Safety distance from powerlines
Voltage level
Safety distance
0 - 1000 V
2 m
1 - 45 kV
3 m
110 kV
4 m
220 kV -
5 m
Unknown voltage
5 m
If electric cables are exposed during digging, or in
case of inadvertent contact or proximity with live
electric source:
Do not leave the loader until the electricity has
been disconnected by qualified technicians,
usually local electric company.
If absolutely necessary, jump out from the
loader, keeping feet next to each other, until at a
safe distance.
Warn others not to approach the loader until safe
to do so.
