May 2015
18 GTH-4016 R - 4018 R - 5021 R
Part No. 57.0009.0607
Second Edition - First Printing
Work Area Safety
Collision Hazards
Do not put the transmission into gear unless the
parking brake is set.
Do not drive the machine if visibility is obstructed.
Do not raise the boom unless the parking brake is set.
Do not operate in conditions without fenders to protect
debris from hitting the operator or accumulating on
the cab windows.
Do not operate the machine with a faulty back-up
alarm. The back-up alarm should sound when the
machine is in reverse.
Do not operate the machine in low light conditions.
Operators must comply with employer, job site
and governmental rules regarding use of personal
protective equipment.
Do not drive the machine directly up to anyone.
If a radio and/or mp3 player is equipped, keep the
volume low enough to hear surrounding environment
(i.e. traffic, alarms, people etc.).
Do not adjust the controls while driving or manoeuvring
a load.
Be aware of boom position and tail swing, in proximity
with people and objects, when slewing the turret.
Do not drive when the slewing upper structure is
rotated without first verifying travel machine direction.
Do not drive the machine unless the outriggers are
fully retracted.
Do not realign the wheels while driving. Always realign
wheels before changing steering modes. Refer to
the Steer Select operating instructions.
Falling Object Hazards
Operate the machine at speeds that will keep the
load under control. Start and stop movements
smoothly.
Keep people, equipment and
material out of the work area.
Do not operate the machine
while people are under or near
an elevated boom, whether it is
loaded or unloaded.
Be sure the load is secure before lifting it.
