Rayco RG55, Operator, Service, Maintenance Manual

RG55R Operation • Service • Maintenance 

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Safety

features of the equipment in operation and the effects 

on machine stability.

•  Operating techniques – Keep all attachments or pulled 

loads low to the ground for optimum stability.

•  Machine systems have limitations on slopes – Slopes can 

affect the proper function and operation of the various 

machine systems.  These machine systems are needed 

for machine control on slopes.

•  Note: Safe operation on steep slopes may require special 

machine maintenance.  Excellent skill of the operator 

and proper equipment for specific applications are 

also required.  Consult the Operation and Maintenance 

Manual sections for the proper fluid level requirements 

and intended machine use.

Work Tool options - Attachments

Only use work tools that are approved by Rayco for use on 
Rayco machines.  Refer to the Operation and Maintenance 
Manual, Rayco options.
If you are in doubt about the compatibility of a particular work 
tool with your machine, consult your Rayco dealer.
Make sure that all necessary guarding is in place on the host 
machine and on the work tool.
Always wear protective glasses.  Always wear the protective 
equipment that is recommended in the work tool’s operation 
manual.  Wear any other protective equipment that is required 
for the operating environment.
To prevent personnel from being struck by flying objects, 
ensure that all personnel are out of the work area.
While you are performing any maintenance, any testing, or 
any adjustments to the machine, stay clear of the following 
areas: cutting edges, pinching surfaces, and crushing 
surfaces.

Equipment Lowering with Engine 

Stopped

Before lowering any equipment with the engine stopped, 
clear the area around the equipment of all personnel.  The 
procedure to use will vary with the type of equipment to be 
lowered.  Keep in mind this system use a high pressure fluid 
to raise or lower equipment.  The procedure will cause high 
pressure hydraulic oil to be released in order to lower the 
equipment.  Wear appropriate personal protective equipment 
and follow the established procedure in the Operation and 
Maintenance Manual.

LOCK-Out / Tag-Out Guidelines

Always practice lock out tag out procedures when working 
on this machine.
Locking and tagging out equipment safeguards those working 
on the equipment from being injured by its unexpected 
energy or releasing stored energy. This section summarizes 
the applicable requirements for lockout/ tag out procedures, 

and its intent to comply with OSHA regulations.

Lock Out Procedure

•  All affected persons are to be notified that the equipment 

will be off and locked out.

•  All energy sources for the equipment should be identified.
•  The equipment shall be shut off or otherwise de-

energized, being careful to de-energize all energy 

sources. This includes all valves, switches, breakers, or 

other controls that supplies energy to the equipment. 

In case of mechanical energy, a block may be used to 

stop the release of stored energy.

•  A lock is to be placed on each energy source disconnect 

or energy release block.

  1. The lock is to be placed directly on the equipment if 

provided with an integral locking device.

  2. If there is no integral lockout device on the equipment, 

securely attach an independently manufactured lockout 

device on the equipment and then place the lock on the 

lockout device.

  3. If none of the above are possible, use the tag out 

procedure.

•  A tag to be secured to the lock indicating that the 

equipment is not to be energized and who owns the lock.

•  It should be safely tested and verified that the lockout 

does prevent the release of energy.

Tag Out Procedure

•  This procedure is to be used only if it is not reasonable 

to use the lockout procedure.

•  All affected persons are to be notified that the equipment 

will be shut off and tagged out.

•  All energy sources for the equipment should be identified.
•  The equipment shall be shut off or otherwise de-

energized, being careful to de-energize all energy 

sources. This includes all valves, switches, breakers, or 

other controls that supplies energy to the equipment. 

in case of mechanical energy, a block may be used to 

stop the release of stored energy.

•  Securely place a tag on each energy source disconnect 

or energy release block.

Before the removal of a lockout/tag out 

the following must be completed:

  1. Removal of all non essential items.
  2. Check to see that all workers and bystanders are 

located in a safe position.

  3. Inform all affected personnel.
•  If a worker who applied the lockout/tag out is not present, 

and his supervisor deems it necessary to energize the 

equipment, the following must be done by the supervisor.

  1. Make all reasonable effort to contact the worker who 

placed the tag.

  2. Determine the purpose of the lockout/tag out, and 

whether it is safe to operate the equipment in its current