Kubota K008-5 Operating Instructions Manual Download

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Operation

W9215-8135-1

06/2021

OPERATION

Safety rules for operation

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The safety instructions (page 13) must be followed.

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The machine may only be operated in accordance with the “Approved use” section (page 16).

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The machine may only be operated in the permissible lifting capacity ranges (page 155).

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The machine may only be operated by instructed or trained personnel (page 10).

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Do not operate the machine when under the influence of drugs, medication or alcohol. Stop operation when
getting tired. The operator must be physically capable of operating the excavator safely.

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Do not operate the machine when there is a possibility of lightning. Even if the machine is equipped with a
canopy or ROPS-protection, the operator is not protected from lightning.

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The machine should only be operated if all protective devices are fully operational.

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The machine may only be operated from the operator’s place while seated. Operating the machine from an-
other position, e.g. standing next to the machine, is prohibited.

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The machine may only be operated when the engine compartment cover is locked and secured with a pad-
lock.

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Before starting or working with the machine, make sure that there is no danger for any person nearby.

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The machine may only be operated if there is nobody in the danger zone.

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Before starting the machine, it must be checked for external damage and operability, and the pre-start checks
must be carried out. If damage is detected, the machine should only be taken into operation after the damage
has been repaired.

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Wear tight-fitting working clothes in accordance with the trade association regulations.

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While operating the excavator, nobody except the operator is allowed to be on the machine or get on the ex-
cavator.

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For getting on and off, the swivel frame should be positioned in an angle that allows the operator to use the
crawler or the step (if applicable).

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When getting on and off the machine, do not hold on to the control levers.

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Always turn off the engine when leaving the machine. In exceptional cases, e.g. for troubleshooting, the ma-
chine can also be left while the engine is running. The operator must make sure that the control levers are
locked during such an operation. The controls may only be used while the operator is sitting on the operator's
seat.

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During operation, the operator must sit on the operator's seat with a tightly fastened seat belt and must not
reach his arms, legs or head above the swivel frame.

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If the operator leaves the machine (e.g. for breaks or at the end of work), the engine must be stopped, the
dozer, boom, arm and attachments must be lowered to the ground and the machine must be secured against
restarting by removing the key. The control levers must be locked. Before leaving the machine, it must be
parked in such a way that it cannot roll away and the engine compartment cover must be locked and secured
with a padlock.