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5.1.2 Operation
WARNING
Personal injury hazard.
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Do not operate the loader if it is not in serviceable condition or responding correctly to control commands.
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Park the machine in a safe place, lower the loader arms and attachment, stop the engine and notify your supervisor.
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Do not operate the machine until the problem has been corrected.
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Check that the safety devices are present and operative each time before you start up the loader.
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Replace damaged tires to avoid loss of production and stability due to sudden deflation.
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Maintain a neat uncluttered operator space to prevent slipping, tripping and potential impediments to control movement.
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Keep the operating elements clean.
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Follow the daily servicing schedule.
Before entering the cab
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Check that the loader is clean and undamaged.
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Check that the handles and steps are in good condition and clean.
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Check that the cab windows are in good condition and clean.
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Check that all safety components are present and fully functional.
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Check that the rods, cylinders, hinge pins and coolers are clean.
• Check that all the fasteners, joints and hinge pins fit tightly.
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Check that all the safety messages and instructional labels are present and in good condition.
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Check the loader for oil, fuel and coolant leaks.
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Check:
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Engine oil level
• Hydraulic fluid level
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Coolant level
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Fuel level
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Check the condition of the tires, looking for abrasion, cuts or wear. Check the tire pressure! Ensure that the tires are inflated to the proper pressure (see tire pres
sure table).
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Ensure that the engine enclosures and the caps for the fuel reservoir and hydraulic fluid reservoir are present and have been tightened.
Operator station access
WARNING
Slipping hazard.
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Check that the handles and steps are in good condition and clean before entering and exiting the wheel loader control station..
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Use the attached handles and steps.
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Always get in and out with your face turned toward the loader.
