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SAFETY
F-4145 01/11 Safety Section 1-8
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Do Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and/or cause you
to lose control of the equipment. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor with an enclosed Cab
and close the windows to prevent insects from entering. If a tractor cab is not available, wear
suitable clothing including head, face, and hand protection to shield you from the insects. Attacking
insects can cause you to lose control of the tractor, which can result in serious injury or death to you
or bystanders. Never dismount a moving tractor.
(SG-40)
In case of mechanical difficulty during operation, place the transmission in the park position, set the
parking brake, shut down all power, including the PTO and the engine and remove the key. Wait until
all rotating motion has stopped before dismounting.
(SG-39)
If the Backhoe valve controls fail to function properly discontinue use of the tractor and Backhoe until
the controls are properly repaired. Sudden or unexpected movement or dropping of the Backhoe and
attachment could result in serious injury.
(SBH-28)
Never leave the Implement and Power Unit unattended while the Implement is in the raised position.
Accidental operation of a lifting lever or a hydraulic failure may cause the implement to suddenly fall
causing serious injury or possible death to anyone who might inadvertently be under the Implement.
Lower the implement carefully to the ground. Do not put hands or feet under lifted components.
(SPU-
3)
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil and fuel
are explosive and their presence could present a hazard. Do not check for
leaks with your hand! High-pressure oil streams from breaks in the line could
penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage including gangrene. To check for
a hose leak, SHUT the unit ENGINE OFF and remove all hydraulic pressure.
Wear oil impenetrable gloves, safety glasses and use Cardboard to check for
evidence of oil leaks. If you suspect a leak, REMOVE the HOSE and have it
tested at a Dealer. If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated
immediately by a physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
(SG-
15)
Never walk or work under any raised boom or bucket. The Boom could fall and cause serious bodily
injury or death. Always lower the boom and bucket flat on the ground or support the Boom and bucket
on safety stands. Unload all hydraulic actuators prior to performing any maintenance. To do this, set
the bucket on the ground then kill the tractor engine. Push and pull the control levers in and out
several times to remove pressure. Do not work under raised Boom or Bucket unless components are
securely blocked up to prevent inadvertent dropping.
(SBH-7)