Lull 1044C-54 Series II Operation Manual - Manual (Page 15)

SAFETY
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Additional Safety Instructions:
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Maneuver the vehicle carefully. Do not cause the
load to shift or the vehicle to tip.
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Slow down for wet and slippery surfaces and
changes in terrain.
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Turn the steering wheel smoothly and slow down
when turning.
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Do not make sharp turns at high speeds.
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Take special care when traveling without a load.
The vehicle is more susceptible to tipping over on
its side.
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Do not continue to operate the vehicle if an unsafe
condition is found. Stop the vehicle and report the
condition to the designated authority.
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Never make repairs or adjustments unless you are
authorized to do so.
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Always keep your hands and feet inside the cab.
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Never reach into the boom or attachments.
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Understand the limitations of the vehicle and drive
safely.
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Watch for pedestrians, especially when backing up
or turning and where pedestrians may step into the
path of the vehicle.
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The vehicle may add to the overall sound level of
the work area. Give consideration to the sound
exposure of those working around you.
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If a fuel leak is found, do not operate the vehicle
until the problem is fixed.
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When approaching areas where vision is
obstructed, always slow down and sound the horn.
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Report all accidents involving personnel, building
structures, and equipment to your supervisor or as
directed.
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Use caution when operating on ramps, platforms,
trenches, and other similar surfaces.
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Keep a clear view of the terrain and where the
vehicle is heading. Watch out for other vehicles,
people, and structures.
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Where the load will obstruct the operator's vision, it
is recommended that the vehicle be operated in
reverse, looking backwards in the direction of
travel. Travel at a slower speed and get someone to
direct you.
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Avoid excessively steep slopes or unstable
surfaces. If you must drive on a slope, level the
vehicle, keep the load low and proceed with
extreme caution. Do not, under any circumstances,
drive across excessively steep slopes.
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Do not block access to fire lanes or fire equipment.
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Do not jump! If a vehicle ever becomes unstable
and starts to tip over: Brace yourself and stay with
the vehicle, Keep your seat belt fastened, Hold on
firmly and lean away from the point of impact.
•
Never tamper with, modify, or bypass the stability
systems installed on your JLG vehicle. Never
disconnect or bypass pressure switches or
proximity switches.
See “Stability Systems” on page 32 for more
information on the stability systems installed on your
vehicle.
Do not disconnect or
bypass proximity
switches.
Bypassing proximity
switches may result in
death or serious
personal injury !
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