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HSX User Manual ◄ 5
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Re-
view them carefully before operating the tool and before
performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional pre-
cautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided in this manual.
This tool will provide safe and dependable service if
operated in accordance with the instructions given in
this manual. Read and understand this manual and any
stickers and tags attached to the tool and hoses before
operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury
or equipment damage.
Check the rule and regulations at your location. The
rules might include an employer’s work safety program.
Regulations may identify hazards such as working
around utility supply lines or hazardous slopes.
BE THOROUGHLY TRAINED BEFORE OPERAT-
ING THE UNIT ALONE
• Operator training must start in an area without by-
standers and use all the controls until he/she can con-
trol the machine fully under the conditions of the work
area.
• When learning to operate a machine, do so at a slow
pace.
KNOW THE WORK CONDITIONS
• The operator must know any prohibited uses or
work areas for the machine. For example, excessive
slopes and poor or dangerous terrain conditions must
be avoided.
OBEY SAFETY RULES
• Replace all faulty or leaking hydraulic hoses or t-
tings before further operation.
• Always operate the compactor with backhoe outriggers
rmly on the surface. The compactor weighs more than
the bucket. Position the compactor with caution.
• Travel with the compactor in full tuck (transport) position
only.
• Never operate with any person near the compactor or
between the compactor and operator.
• Operate the compactor in properly shored trenches and
excavations. Do not allow personnel to work in the exca-
vation near compactor operation.
• Make sure all controls (levers and pedals) are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the carrier.
• Wear safety eye protection, hard hat, and safety foot pro-
tection while operating the compactor.
• Operate the carrier or compactor from the operator's
seat ONLY. Make sure the seat belt is securely fastened
before activating any controls.
• Make certain that no other personnel are within the arc
prescribed by the movement of the stabilizers, front buck-
et or backhoe boom.
• Keep hands and feet on the controls at all times when
the machine is running.
• Before leaving the operator's seat, always lower the
loader arms and the backhoe boom.
• NEVER leave the machine with the engine running. AL-
WAYS ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE.
• Stop the engine before attempting to make any repairs or
adjustments to either the carrier or compactor.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool
repair, maintenance and service must only be performed
by authorized and properly trained personnel.