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9. Check the surroundings carefully before using the
excavator or when attachments are being attached.
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Pay attention to the overhead clearance with electric
wires.
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Check for pipes and buried cables before digging.
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Check for hidden holes, obstacles, soft underground,
and overhangs.
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Do not allow any persons within the working range of
the excavator during operation.
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Check local regulations before digging and call
diggers hotline before working,
www.diggershotline.com or 811 (WI) and www.ne-
diggers.com or 1-800-331-5666 (NE).
10. Do not allow anyone to use the excavator until they
have been advised of the work to be performed and
they have indicated that they have read and
understood the operator's manual.
11. Do not wear baggy, torn or oversized clothing when
working with the excavator as such clothing can get
caught in rotating parts or control elements which can
cause accidents or injuries. Wear adequate safety
clothing, e.g. safety helmet, safety shoes, eye
protection, ear protection, working gloves, etc., as
necessary and as prescribed by law or statutes.
12. Do not allow passengers to ride on any part of the
excavator at anytime. The operator must remain in the
excavator seat during operation.
13. Check levers, pedals and all mechanical parts for
correct adjustment and wear. Replace worn or
damaged parts immediately. Check nuts and bolts
regularly for correct torque.
14. Keep your excavator clean. Heavy soiling, grease,
dust and grass can cause fires, accidents or injuries.
15. Use only KUBOTA authorized attachments.
16. Before starting the excavator, be absolutely sure that
the excavator has been filled with fuel, lubricated,
greased and undergone all necessary maintenance.
17. Do not modify the excavator, as such it could lead to
unforeseen safety problems.
18. Do not operate a hydraulic hammer on anything that is
above the operator's seat level as objects may fall into
the operator station.
19. Make sure attachments, particularly those utilizing
quick attach systems, are securely mounted.
20. Install protective guards on the excavator when
working in areas where objects may fall or be thrown.
(1) Helmet
(2) Clothing fit for work
(3) Tight seams
(4) Good grip footwear
(5) Well fitting cuffs
(6) Working gloves
(7) Straw hat
(8) Towel
(9) Baggy trousers
(10) Loose cuffs of the shirt
(11) Baggy shirt
(12) Rubber sandals
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