DX380LC-7
Safety
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Lifting and Digging
The operator is responsible for any load carried when traveling
on public roads and while working with the machine.
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Keep loads secure so they do not fall off while operating.
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Do not exceed maximum load for the machine. Machine
operation will be affected when center of gravity changes,
caused by extended loads and different attachments.
To lift loads safely when in digging mode, the following must be
evaluated by the operator and work site crew.
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Condition of ground support.
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Excavator configuration and attachments.
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Weight, lifting height and swing radius.
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Safe rigging of load.
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Proper handling of suspended load.
Always watch load. Bring load close to the machine before
traveling any distances or swinging load.
Lifting capacity decreases as load is moved further from the
machine.
Set tracks at right angles to road shoulder or drop-off with
sprocket at rear when performing operations to make it easier to
move away from the work area.
Do not suddenly lower, swing, or stop work equipment.
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Do not move bucket over head of other personnel or over
the operator's seat of dump trucks or other hauling
equipment. The load may spill or bucket can hit dump truck
causing property damage or cause death or serious injury.
