Paladin Tools LAF2301 - Manual (Page 5)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WORK SAFELY - A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST ACCIDENTS !!
SECTION 1
WARNING SECTION
WARNING
Obey all the safety instructions listed in
this section and throughout this
manual. Failure to obey instructions in
this section could result in death or
serious injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY,
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, OR OTHER WORK ON
OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
x
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THIS
MANUAL.
x READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THE
MANUALS PROVIDED WITH YOUR POWER
UNIT
, LOADER AND QUICK-ATTACH.
x Read and understand all safety signs on this
product and on your power unit, loader, and quick-
attach.
x Know all your controls and know how to quickly
stop all power unit movement, the Backhoe
movement, and the engine in case of an
emergency.
x Know and obey all applicable government rules,
O.S.H.A. regulations, local laws and other
professional guidelines for your operation.
x Make sure that anyone who will be assembling,
mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing, and/or
storing this product:
¾ has been instructed in the safe operation of this
product and of the power unit and quick-attach
to which this product is attached.
¾ is physically and mentally capable of the safe
operation of this type of equipment.
¾ is not under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
¾ is carefully supervised from a safe distance,
especially if such person is inexperienced.
¾ wears appropriate protective equipment (i.e.
hardhat, safety glasses, work gloves, protective
shoes, respirator, ear protection, etc.).
¾ does not wear loose fitting clothing, loose or
uncovered hair, or any accessories (jewelry,
necktie, scarf, wrist watch, etc.) that can catch
in moving parts.
¾ has annually reviewed all safety instructions.
x Know and follow good work practices when
assembling, mounting, maintaining, repairing,
removing, and storing this product:
¾ Work on a level surface in a well lit area.
¾ Keep the area clean and dry.
¾ Use properly grounded electrical outlets &
tools.
¾ Use the right tool for the job at hand.
¾ Make sure that your tools are in good condition for
performing the desired function.
¾ When using tools, wear the protective equipment
specified by the tool manufacturer. (i.e. hardhat,
safety glasses, work gloves, protective shoes,
etc.)
WHEN YOUR POWER UNIT IS USED DURING ANY
TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE, OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR
THIS PRODUCT:
x Before leaving the operator’s station or before
beginning any type of work on this product, lower this
product to the ground, apply your power unit’s parking
brake, stop the engine, remove the starter key, wait for
all moving parts to stop, and then relieve all pressure
in the hydraulic lines. Refer to your power unit’s
operator’s manual for instructions on how to relieve
hydraulic pressure in lines.
x Know your loader’s safe lifting and operating capacity
and the weight of this product. See the specifications
in this manual for the weight of this product and refer
to your power unit’s and loader’s operator’s manuals
for safe operating limits. Lift capacity may be reduced
if using a quick-attach.
x Never allow anyone, except the operator, to be around
the power unit or this product when either is in motion.
x Do not startup unless others are clear of the work area.
x Do not allow riders on this product or the power unit.
x Do not stand or climb on this product when raised.
x Do not place any part of your body under any part of
this product unless this product is securely resting on
adequate blocking or on the ground.
x Do not use blocking made of concrete blocks, logs,
buckets, barrels or any other material that could
suddenly collapse or shift positions. Do not use wood
or steel blocking that shows any signs of material
decay. Do not use blocking that is warped, twisted, or
tapered.
x Never operate controls from the ground. Operate the
controls only from the operator’s station.
x Never leave equipment unattended with the engine
running or with this product raised on the loader.
x Be aware of the added weight and width of this
product. Reduce travel speeds accordingly, especially
when traveling over rough ground.
x Keep this product close to the ground and under control
when transporting.
x When transporting, be sure backhoe does not block
view of vehicle lights or road.