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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Travel speed should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all
times. Where possible, avoid operating near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed
when turning, crossing slopes, and on rough, slick or muddy surfaces.
Never use your hand to check for suspected leaks under pressure. Use a piece of cardboard or
wood for this purpose. Escaping hydraulic oil or diesel fuel leaking under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate the skin and cause infection or other injury. If injured by leaking
fluid, seek medical attention immediately.
To prevent personal injury, relieve all pressure before disconnecting fluid lines.
Before applying hydraulic pressure, make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and
components are in good condition.
Contact with overhead power lines can cause severe electrical burns or death from
electrocution. Make sure there is enough clearance between raised equipment and overhead
power lines.
Add recommended rear tire liquid weight or rear wheel weights for increased stability.
A loader attachment should be transported in a low position at slow ground speeds. Make turns
slowly and use the tractor brakes cautiously. A loaded attachment in the raised position alters
the center of gravity location of the machine and increases the possibility of mishaps.
Do not stand, walk or work under a raised loader or attachment unless it is securely blocked or
held in position. Accidental movement of a control lever or leak in the hydraulic system could
cause the loader to drop, or attachment to dump, causing severe injury.
Make sure all parked loaders on stands are on a hard level surface with all safety devices
engaged to prevent loader from falling and being damaged or injuring someone.
When using a loader, be alert of bucket position at all times. Loader in raised position with
bucket rolled back can dump material on tractor causing damage or injury to tractor and /or
operator.
Always park loader with bucket attached to loader.
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