M318 and M320 Excavators - Safety
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1. i Illustration 2 g00330103 This warning label is located on either side of the sun visor WARNING DO NOT OPERATE OR WORK ON THIS MACHINE UNLESS YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OR HEED THE WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH CONTACT ANY CATERPILLAR DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT MANUALS PROPER CARE IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY 5P 9466 g00103591 A WARNING Do not operate or work on this machine unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in the Operation and Maintenance Manuals Failure to follow the instructions or heed the warnings could result in injury or death Con tact any Caterpillar dealer for replacement manu als Proper care is your responsibility 7 Safety Section Safety Signs and Labels Certification of the Falling Objects Improper Connections for Jump Protective Structure Start Cables Illustration 3 g00330163 Illustration 4 g00103595 This warning is located on the overhead guard if This warning is located on the battery box equipped AWARNING STRUCTURAL DAMAGE AN OVERTURN MODIFICATION ALTERATION OR IMPROPER REPAIR CAN IMPAIR THIS STRUCTURE S PROTECTION CAPABILITY THEREBY VOIDING THIS CERTIFICATION DO NOT WELD ON OR DRILL HOLES IN THE STRUCTURE CONSULT A CATERPILLAR DEALER TO DETERMINE THIS STRUCTURE S LIMITATIONS WITHOUT VOIDING ITS CERTIFICATION FALLING OBJ2. 1 Lower the bucket or equipment to the ground 2 Stop the engine 3 With the operator in the seat move the left console to the RAISED position 4 Actuate an implement control lever about ten times in order to dissipate the pressure in the hydraulic circuit 5 Raise the left console Always use a board or cardboard when you check for a leak Leaking fluid that is under pressure can penetrate body tissue Fluid penetration can cause serious injury and possible death A pin hole leak can cause severe injury If fluid is injected into your skin you must get treatment immediately Seek treatment from a doctor that is familiar with this type of injury Containing Fluid Spillage All fluids must be contained during the following procedures inspections maintenance testing adjusting and repair Allow all fluids to drain into a suitable container Refer to Special Publication NENG2500 Tools and Shop Products Guide for the suitable tools and the suitable supplies Dispose of used fluids according to local regulations Asbestos Information Caterpillar equipment and replacement parts that are shipped from Caterpillar are asbestos free Caterpillar recommends the use of only genuine Caterpillar replacement parts Use the following guidelines when you handle any replacement parts that contain asbestos or when you handle asbestos debris Use caution Avoid inhaling dust that might be generated when you handle comp
3. additional seat with a seat belt Report any machine damage that was noted during machine operation Make any necessary repairs Hold attachments approximately 40 cm 15 inches above ground level while you drive the machine Do not drive the machine close to an overhang to the edge of a cliff or to the edge of an excavation If the machine begins to sideslip on a grade immediately dump the load and turn the machine downhill Be careful to avoid any ground condition which could cause the machine to tip Tipping can occur when you work on hills on banks or on slopes Tipping can also occur when you cross ditches ridges or other unexpected obstructions When possible operate the machine up slopes and down slopes Avoid operating the machine across the slope when possible Keep the machine under control Do not overload the machine beyond capacity Avoid changing the direction of travel on a slope This could result in tipping or side slipping of the machine Bring the load close to the machine before travelling any distances Bring the load close to the machine before swinging the load Lifting Capacity decreases as the load is moved further from the machine Make sure that the towing eyes and the towing devices are adequate for your needs Only connect trailing equipment to a drawbar or to a hitch Never straddle a wire cable Never allow other personnel to straddle a wire cable When you maneuver in or
4. ECT FOPS PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE CERTIFICATION THIS STRUCTURE WHEN PROPERLY INSTALLED ON A MACHINE MEETS AT THE TIME OF WAS12 CMS 15 M3 18 M20 BY ICTURE PI INSTALLATION CRITERIA ESTABLISHED BY CATERPILLAR INC TOP GUARD SAE J1356 FEB 88 ISO 3449 1992 LEVEL II PEORIA ILLINOIS Syg 4 117 6542 1 g00104283 g00103593 Read Operation and Maintenance Manual Starting with Jump Start Cables before attempting to jump A WARNING start your machine Structural damage an overturn modification al teration or improper repair can impair this struc ture s protection capability thereby voiding this certification Do not weld on or drill holes in the structure Consult a Caterpillar dealer to deter mine this structure s limitations without voiding its certification 8 Safety Section Safety Signs and Labels Reversed Control Functions Illustration 5 g00103597 This warning is located in the cab WARNING FUNCTIONS OF STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DIRECTION CONTROLS ARE REVERSED WHEN BOOM IS OVER REAR AXLE FAILURE TO PROPERLY CONTROL MACHINE CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY 876845 g00103797 A WARNING FUNCTIONS OF STEERING AND TRANSMISSION DIRECTION CONTROLS ARE REVERSED WHEN BOOM IS OVER REAR AXLE FAILURE TO PROPERLY CONTROL MACHINE CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Automatic Engine Control AEC Illustration 6 g00103802 This warning label is positioned in the cab A
5. Equipment Lowering with Engine Stopped SMCS Code 7000 I Before lowering any equipment with the engine stopped clear the area around the equipment of all personnel The procedure to use will vary with the type of equipment to be lowered Keep in mind most systems use a high pressure fluid or air to raise or lower equipment The procedure will cause high pressure air hydraulic or some other media to be released in order to lower the equipment Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and follow the established procedure in the Operation and Maintenance Manual Equipment Lowering with Engine Stopped in the Operation Section of the manual i00768572 Sound Information and Vibration Information SMCS Code 7000 Sound Level for Enclosed Cab The sound level in the operator compartment on the M318 is 78 decibel reading average The sound level in the operator compartment on the M320 is 73 decibel reading average These sound levels are only valid only if the machine is equipped with a properly installed closed cab and if the closed cab has been properly maintained Vibration Level The hands and the arms are exposed to a weighted root mean square acceleration that is less than 2 5 m s 8 15 ft s The whole body is exposed to a weighted root mean square acceleration that is less than 0 5 m s 1 63 ft s Measurements are obtained on a representative machine Use the measuring procedure in the following s
6. SAFETY Operation and Maintenance Manual Excerpt 2010 Caterpillar All Rights Reserved CATERPILLAR A SEBU6879 06 CATERPILLAR osm Operation ane Maintenance manual M318 and M320 Excavators 6WL1 Up Mach Up Ma ine ne chine chine chine chine o v m gt OnMr m ok a 8S a Ma cccc SOOT i01097883 Important Safety Information Most accidents that involve product operation maintenance and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions An accident can often be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous situations before an accident occurs A person must be alert to potential hazards This person should also have the necessary training skills and tools to perform these functions properly Improper operation lubrication maintenance or repair of this product can be dangerous and could result in injury or death Do not operate or perform any lubrication maintenance or repair on this product until you have read and understood the operation lubrication maintenance and repair information Safety precautions and warnings are provided in this manual and on the product If these hazard warnings are not heeded bodily injury or death could occur to you or to other persons The hazards are identified by the Safety Alert Symbol and followed by a Signal Word such as DANGER WARNING or CAUTION The Safety Alert WARNING labe
7. WARNING AUTOMATIC ENGINE SPEED CONTROL AEC WILL INCREASE ENGINE SPEED AUTOMATICALLY WHEN YOU OPERATE THE CONTROL LEVER S AND OR TRAVEL PEDALS WITH AEC SWITCH ON WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING MACHINE FROM TRUCK OR WORKING IN CLOSE QUARTERS ALWAYS TURN OFF AEC SWITCH TO PREVENT ANY POSSI BILITY OF SUDDEN MOVEMENT OF MACHINE WHICH COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 7Y0005 2 go0100749 A WARNING Automatic Engine Speed Control AEC will in crease engine speed automatically when you operate the control lever s and or travel pedals with AEC switch ON When loading and unloading machine from truck or working in close quarters always turn off AEC switch to prevent any possibility of sudden move ment of machine which could result in serious in jury or death Fixed Cab Riser i Se Illustration 7 g00189267 This warning label is located on the access door on the left side of the machine A WARNING 1441183 g00106940 Bodily injury can occur from unexpected contact with open cab doors on machines that are equipped with a fixed cab riser To avoid injury close the cab door before climbing onto the rear of the machine 9 Safety Section General Hazard Information 100994424 General Hazard Information SMCS Code 7000 Illustration 8 g00102311 Attach a Do Not Operate warning tag or a similar warning tag to the start switch or to the controls before you service the machine or be
8. cific instructions from your tire dealer 101122596 Electrical Storm Injury Prevention SMCS Code 7000 When lightning is striking in the vicinity of the machine the operator should never attempt the following procedures e Mount the machine e Dismount the machine If you are in the operator s station during an electrical storm stay in the operator s station If you are on the ground during an electrical storm stay away from the vicinity of the machine 101411864 Mounting and Dismounting SMCS Code 7000 Illustration 14 g00037860 Mount the machine and dismount the machine only at locations that have steps and or handholds Before you mount the machine clean the steps and the handholds Inspect the steps and handholds Make any necessary repairs Face the machine whenever you mount the machine and whenever you dismount the machine Maintain a three point contact with the steps and with the handholds Note Three point contact can be two feet and one hand Three point contact can also be one foot and two hands Never mount a moving machine Never dismount a moving machine Never jump off the machine 15 Safety Section Electrical Storm Injury Prevention Do not carry tools or supplies when you mount the machine or when you dismount the machine Use a hand line to raise and lower tools or supplies Do not use any controls as handholds when you enter the operator compartment or when you exit the opera
9. der to connect the equipment make sure that no personnel are between the machine and trailing equipment Block up the hitch of the trailing equipment in order to align the equipment with the drawbar Check the local regulations state codes and or directives of the job site for a specific minimum distance from obstacles Before you operate the machine check with local utilities for the locations of underground pipes and for the locations of buried cables Know the maximum dimensions of your machine Watch the load at all times Do not operate the machine without the counterweight The machine can tip when the boom is over the side The clamshell the grapple or the magnet can swing in all directions Move the joysticks in a continuous motion Failure to move the joysticks in a continuous motion can cause the clamshell the grapple or the magnet to swing into the cab or into a person in the work area This will result in a personal injury The boom and the stick linkage can allow the bucket to contact the undercarriage and or the cab 17 Safety Section Lifting Objects Lifting Objects SMCS Code 7000 There may be some local regulations and or government regulations that govern the use of excavators which lift heavy objects Obey those regulations If this machine is used to lift objects within an area that is controlled by the European Directive 89 392 EEC the machine must be equipped with a boom lowering contro
10. e equipment Equipment can fall if a control is moved or if a hydraulic line breaks Do not work beneath the cab of the machine unless the cab is properly supported Unless you are instructed otherwise never attempt adjustments while the machine is moving or while the engine is running Never jump across the starter solenoid terminals in order to start the engine Unexpected machine movement could result Whenever there are equipment control linkages the clearance in the linkage area will change with the movement of the equipment or the machine Stay clear of areas that may have a sudden change in clearance with machine movement or equipment movement Stay clear of all rotating and moving parts If it is necessary to remove guards in order to perform maintenance always install the guards after the maintenance is performed 11 Safety Section Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention Keep objects away from moving fan blades The fan blade will throw objects or cut objects Do not use a kinked wire cable or a frayed wire cable Wear gloves when you handle wire cable When you strike a retainer pin with force the retainer pin can fly out The loose retainer pin can injure personnel Make sure that the area is clear of people when you strike a retainer pin To avoid injury to your eyes wear protective glasses when you strike a retainer pin Chips or other debris can fly off an object when you strike the object Make sur
11. e that no one can be injured by flying debris before striking any object 101329099 Burn Prevention SMCS Code 7000 Do not touch any part of an operating engine Allow the engine to cool before any maintenance is performed on the engine Relieve all pressure in the air system in the oil system in the lubrication system in the fuel system or in the cooling system before any lines fittings or related items are disconnected Coolant When the engine is at operating temperature the engine coolant is hot The coolant is also under pressure The radiator and all lines to the heaters or to the engine contain hot coolant Any contact with hot coolant or with steam can cause severe burns Allow cooling system components to cool before the cooling system is drained Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped Ensure that the filler cap is cool before removing the filler cap The filler cap must be cool enough to touch with a bare hand Remove the filler cap slowly in order to relieve pressure Cooling system conditioner contains alkali Alkali can cause personal injury Do not allow alkali to contact the skin the eyes or the mouth Oils Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury Do not allow hot oil to contact the skin Also do not allow hot components to contact the skin 12 Safety Section Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap only after the e
12. fore you repair the machine These warning tags Special Instruction SEHS7332 are available from your Caterpillar dealer Know the width of your implement in order to maintain proper clearance when you operate the machine near fences or near boundary obstacles Wear a hard hat protective glasses and other protective equipment as required Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can snag on controls or on other parts of the machine Make sure that all protective guards and all covers are secured in place on the machine Keep the machine free from foreign material Remove debris oil tools and other items from the deck from walkways and from steps Secure all loose items such as lunch boxes tools and other items that are not a part of the machine Know the appropriate work site hand signals and the personnel that are authorized to give the hand signals Accept hand signals from one person only Do not smoke when you service an air conditioner Also do not smoke if refrigerant gas may be present Inhaling the fumes that are released from a flame that contacts air conditioner refrigerant can cause bodily harm or death Inhaling gas from air conditioner refrigerant through a lighted cigarette can cause bodily harm or death 10 Safety Section General Hazard Information Never put maintenance fluids into glass containers Drain all liquids into a suitable container Obey all local regulations for the disposal of li
13. hat contain flammable fluids Do not flame cut lines or tanks that contain flammable fluid Clean any such lines or tanks thoroughly with a nonflammable solvent prior to welding or flame cutting Check all electrical wires daily Repair any wires that are loose or frayed before you operate the machine Clean all electrical connections and tighten all electrical connections Dust that is generated from repairing nonmetallic hoods or nonmetallic fenders can be flammable and or explosive Repair such components in a well ventilated area away from open flames or sparks Inspect all lines and hoses for wear or for deterioration The hoses must be properly routed The lines and the hoses must have adequate support and secure clamps Tighten all connections to the recommended torque Leaks can cause fires Illustration 10 g00704059 Use caution when you are refueling a machine Do not smoke while you are refueling a machine Do not refuel a machine near open flames or sparks Always stop the engine before refueling Fill the fuel tank outdoors Illustration 11 g00704135 Gases from a battery can explode Keep any open flames or sparks away from the top of a battery Do not smoke in battery charging areas Never check the battery charge by placing a metal object across the terminal posts Use a voltmeter or a hydrometer Improper jumper cable connections can cause an explosion that can result in injury Refer to the Operatio
14. l is shown below A WARNING The meaning of this safety alert symbol is as follows Attention Become Alert Your Safety is Involved The message that appears under the warning explains the hazard and can be either written or pictorially presented Operations that may cause product damage are identified by NOTICE labels on the product and in this publication Caterpillar cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard The warnings in this publication and on the product are therefore not all inclusive If a tool procedure work method or operating technique that is not specifically recommended by Caterpillar is used you must satisfy yourself that it is safe for you and for others You should also ensure that the product will not be damaged or be made unsafe by the operation lubrication maintenance or repair procedures that you choose The information specifications and illustrations in this publication are on the basis of information that was available at the time that the publication was written The specifications torques pressures measurements adjustments illustrations and other items can change at any time These changes can affect the service that is given to the product Obtain the complete and most current information before you start any job Caterpillar dealers have the most current information available For a list of the most current publication form numbers available see the Ser
15. l valve and an overload warning device 101461332 Parking SMCS Code 7000 The hydraulic system remains pressurized provided that the accumulator is charged This condition is true even when the engine is not running This pressure should decrease in a short time approximately one minute While the hydraulic system maintains a charge the hydraulic implement and machine controls remain functional Machine movement that is sudden and unexpected will occur if any of the controls are moved This can cause personal injury or death Always raise the left console before you shut off the engine or immediately after the engine stops running Park the machine on a level surface If you must park the machine on a grade chock the wheels of the machine Apply the service brake in order to stop the machine Engage the parking brake Move the engine speed dial to Low Idle Raise the left console in order to disengage the hydraulic system Stop the engine Turn the engine start switch to the OFF position and remove the engine start switch key 18 Safety Section Equipment Lowering with Engine Stopped Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position Remove the disconnect switch key if you do not operate the machine for an extended period of time This will prevent drainage of the battery A battery short circuit any current draw from certain components and vandalism can cause drainage of the battery 101329161
16. ll hydraulic controls to the HOLD position before you start the engine Raise the left console in order to disengage the hydraulic controls For further details on this procedure refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual Hydraulic Activation Control Engage the parking brake Diesel engine exhaust contains products of combustion which can be harmful to your health Always run the engine in a well ventilated area If you are in an enclosed area vent the exhaust to the outside i01340061 Before Operation SMCS Code 7000 Clear all personnel from the machine and from the area Clear all obstacles from the machine s path Beware of hazards wires ditches etc Be sure that all windows are clean Secure the doors and the windows in the open position or in the shut position Adjust the rearview mirrors if equipped for the best visibility close to the machine Make sure that the horn the travel alarm if equipped and all other warning devices are working properly Fasten the seat belt securely Warm up the engine and the hydraulic oil before operating the machine Before moving the machine check the position of the undercarriage The normal travel position is with the idler wheels to the front under the cab and the drive sprockets to the rear When the undercarriage is in the reversed position the directional controls must be operated in opposite directions i01100387 Work Tools SMCS Code 6700 Only u
17. n Section of this manual for specific instructions Do not charge a frozen battery This may cause an explosion Fire Extinguisher Make sure that a fire extinguisher is available Be familiar with the operation of the fire extinguisher Inspect the fire extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher regularly Obey the recommendations on the instruction plate Ether Ether is flammable and poisonous Use ether in well ventilated areas Do not smoke while you are replacing an ether cylinder or while you are using an ether spray Do not store ether cylinders in living areas or in the operator compartment of a machine Do not store ether cylinders in direct sunlight or in temperatures above 49 C 120 F Keep ether cylinders away from open flames or sparks 13 Safety Section Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention Dispose of used ether cylinders properly Do not puncture an ether cylinder Keep ether cylinders away from unauthorized personnel Do not spray ether into an engine if the machine is equipped with a thermal starting aid for cold weather starting Lines Tubes and Hoses Do not bend high pressure lines Do not strike high pressure lines Do not install any lines that are bent or damaged Repair any lines that are loose or damaged Leaks can cause fires Consult your Caterpillar dealer for repair or for replacement parts Check lines tubes and hoses carefully Do not use your bare hand to check for leak
18. ngine has been stopped The filler cap must be cool enough to touch with a bare hand Follow the standard procedure in this manual in order to remove the hydraulic tank filler cap Batteries Electrolyte is an acid Electrolyte can cause personal injury Do not allow electrolyte to contact the skin or the eyes Always wear protective glasses for servicing batteries Wash hands after touching the batteries and connectors Use of gloves is recommended 101359795 Fire Prevention and Explosion Prevention SMCS Code 7000 I Illustration 9 g00704000 All fuels most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are flammable Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can cause a fire Fire may cause personal injury and property damage Remove all flammable materials such as fuel oil and debris from the machine Do not allow any flammable materials to accumulate on the machine Store fuels and lubricants in properly marked containers away from unauthorized persons Store oily rags and any flammable materials in protective containers Do not smoke in areas that are used for storing flammable materials Do not operate the machine near any flame Exhaust shields if equipped protect hot exhaust components from oil spray or fuel spray in case of a break in a line in a hose or in a seal Exhaust shields must be installed correctly Do not weld on lines or on tanks t
19. onents that contain asbestos fibers Inhaling this dust can be hazardous to your health The components that may contain asbestos fibers are brake pads brake bands lining material clutch plates and some gaskets The asbestos that is used in these components is usually bound in a resin or sealed in some way The normal handling is not hazardous unless airborne dust that contains asbestos is generated If dust which may contain asbestos is present there are several guidelines that should be followed Never use compressed air for cleaning Avoid the brushing or the grinding of materials that contain asbestos Use a wet method to clean up asbestos debris A vacuum that is equipped with a high efficiency particulate air filter HEPA can also be used Use exhaust ventilation on permanent machining jobs Wear an approved respirator if there is no other way to control the dust Comply with applicable rules and regulations for the work place In the USA use Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements These OSHA requirements can be found in 29 CFR 1910 1001 Obey environmental regulations for disposal of asbestos Stay away from areas that might have asbestos particles in the air 101359664 Crushing Prevention and Cutting Prevention SMCS Code 7000 Support the equipment properly before you perform any work or maintenance beneath that equipment Do not depend on the hydraulic cylinders to hold up th
20. quids Use all cleaning solutions with care Report all necessary repairs Do not allow unauthorized personnel on the machine Unless you are instructed otherwise perform the maintenance under the following conditions e The machine is parked on level ground e The implement is lowered to the ground e The implement control levers are in the HOLD position e The left console is raised so that the hydraulic system is disengaged e The engine is stopped e The engine start switch is turned to the OFF position and the engine start switch key is removed e The battery disconnect switch is in the OFF position and the disconnect switch key is removed Pressure Air Pressure air can cause personal injury When pressure air is used for cleaning wear a protective face shield protective clothing and protective shoes The maximum air pressure for cleaning purposes must be below 205 kPa 30 psi Fluid Penetration Pressure can be maintained in the hydraulic circuit long after the engine has been stopped The pressure can cause hydraulic fluid or items such as pipe plugs to escape rapidly if the pressure is not relieved correctly Do not remove any hydraulic components or parts until pressure has been relieved or personal injury may occur Do not disassemble any hydraulic components or parts until pressure has been relieved or personal injury may occur Perform the following procedures in order to relieve pressure
21. s Use a board or cardboard to check for leaks Tighten all connections to the recommended torque Replace the parts if any of the following conditions are present e End fittings are damaged or leaking e Outer coverings are chafed or cut e Wires are exposed e Outer coverings are ballooning e Flexible part of the hoses are kinked e Outer covers have embedded armoring e End fittings are displaced Make sure that all clamps guards and heat shields are installed correctly During machine operation this will help to prevent vibration rubbing against other parts and excessive heat 14 Safety Section Fire Extinguisher Location i00768564 Fire Extinguisher Location SMCS Code 7000 7419 g00104719 Illustration 12 Typical example Make sure that a fire extinguisher is available Be familiar with the operation of the fire extinguisher Inspect the fire extinguisher and service the fire extinguisher regularly Obey the recommendations on the instruction plate The fire extinguisher may be mounted in the cab next to the travel speed pedals 101348406 Tire Information SMCS Code 4203 Explosions of air inflated tires have resulted from heat induced gas combustion inside the tires Explosions can be caused by heat that is generated by welding by heating rim components by external fire or by excessive use of brakes A tire explosion is much more violent than a blowout The explosion can propel the tire
22. se work tools that are recommended by Caterpillar for use on Caterpillar machines If you are in doubt about the compatibility of a particular work tool with your machine consult your Caterpillar dealer Make sure that all necessary guarding is in place on the host machine and on the work tool Keep all windows and doors closed on the host machine Always wear protective glasses Always wear the protective equipment that is recommended in the work tool s operation manual Wear any other protective equipment that is required for the operating environment To prevent personnel from being struck by flying objects ensure that all personnel are out of the work area While you are performing any maintenance any testing or any adjustments to the work tool stay clear of the following areas cutting edges pinching surfaces and crushing surfaces 101340073 Operation SMCS Code 7000 Only operate the machine while you are in a seat The seat belt must be fastened while you operate the machine Only operate the controls while the engine is running Check for proper operation of all controls and of all protective devices while you operate the machine slowly in an open area When the machine is moving watch the clearance of the boom Uneven ground can cause the boom to move in all directions Make sure that no personnel will be endangered before you move the machine Do not allow riders on the machine unless the machine has an
23. tandards e ISO 2631 1 e ISO 5349 e SAE J1166 101334657 Operator Station SMCS Code 7300 7301 7325 This Caterpillar machine is equipped with a factory installed cab that conforms to industry standards The standards specify the clearance that is required in the cab for the operator This machine complies with one or more of the following standards e SAE J154 e ISO 3411 e EN 474 1 e EN 23411 Any modifications to the inside of the cab should not project into this defined space The addition of a radio fire extinguisher and other equipment must be installed so that the defined space is maintained Any item that is brought into the cab should not project into this defined space A lunch box or other loose items must be secured Objects must not pose an impact hazard in rough terrain or in the event of a machine rollover
24. the rim components and the axle components as far as 500 m 1500 ft or more from the machine Both the force of the explosion and the flying debris can cause property damage personal injury or death Illustration 13 g00337832 A At least 15 m 50 ft B At least 500 m 1500 ft Do not approach a warm tire Maintain a minimum distance as shown Stay outside the shaded area in Illustration 13 Dry nitrogen gas is recommended for inflation of tires If the tires were originally inflated with air nitrogen is still preferred for adjusting the pressure Nitrogen mixes properly with air Nitrogen inflated tires reduce the potential of a tire explosion because nitrogen does not aid combustion Nitrogen helps to prevent oxidation of the rubber deterioration of rubber and corrosion of rim components To avoid overinflation proper nitrogen inflation equipment and training in the usage of the equipment are necessary A tire blowout or a rim failure can result from improper equipment or from misused equipment When you inflate a tire stand behind the tread and use a self attaching chuck Servicing tires and rims can be dangerous Only trained personnel that use proper tools and proper procedures should perform this maintenance If correct procedures are not used for servicing tires and rims the assemblies could burst with explosive force This explosive force can cause serious personal injury or death Carefully obey the spe
25. tor compartment Alternate Exit Machines that are equipped with cabs may have alternate exits For additional information on machines that are equipped with alternate exits see Operation and Maintenance Manual Alternate Exit i00771840 Before Starting Engine SMCS Code 1000 7000 Start the engine only from the operator compartment Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries Shorting could damage the electrical system by bypassing the engine neutral start system Inspect the condition of the seat belt and of the mounting hardware Replace any parts that are worn or damaged Regardless of appearance replace the seat belt after three years of use Do not use a seat belt extension on a retractable seat belt Adjust the seat so that full pedal travel can be achieved with the operator s back against the back of the seat Make sure that the machine is equipped with a lighting system that is adequate for the job conditions Make sure that all machine lights are working properly Before you start the engine and before you move the machine make sure that no one is underneath the machine around the machine or on the machine Make sure that the area is free of personnel 100994427 Engine Starting SMCS Code 1000 7000 If a warning tag is attached to the engine start switch or to the controls do not start the engine Also do not move any controls 16 Safety Section Before Operation Move a
26. vice Manual Contents Microfiche REG1139F A WARNING When replacement parts are required for this product Caterpillar recommends using Caterpil lar replacement parts or parts with equivalent specifications including but not limited to phys ical dimensions type strength and material Failure to heed this warning can lead to prema ture failures product damage personal injury or death 6 Safety Section Safety Signs and Labels Safety Section 101228107 Safety Signs and Labels SMCS Code 7000 7405 There are several specific warning signs on this machine The exact location of the hazards and the description of the hazards are reviewed in this section Please become familiarized with all warning signs Make sure that all of the warning signs are legible Clean the warning signs or replace the warning signs if you cannot read the words Replace the illustrations if the illustrations are not visible When you clean the warning signs use a cloth water and soap Do not use solvent gasoline or other harsh chemicals to clean the safety signs Solvents gasoline or harsh chemicals could loosen the adhesive that secures the warning sign Loose adhesive will allow the warning sign to fall Replace any safety sign that is damaged or missing If a safety sign is attached to a part that is replaced install a safety sign on the replacement part Any Caterpillar dealer can provide new safety signs Do Not Operate A
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