Important Safety Information
2/8/23
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Skid Steer Shutdown
Reduce engine speed and shut-off
all power to the attachment.
Park on solid, level ground and
lower attachment until it is flat on
the ground or on non-concrete
support blocks.
Turn off engine. Do not remove
ignition key at this time.
Turn ignition key to the “RUN”
position. Relieve all hydraulic
pressure by moving both joysticks.
Turn ignition key to “OFF” and
remove to prevent unauthorized
starting.
Relieve all hydraulic pressures.
If included, raise seat bar and
move controls until both lock.
Wait for all components to stop
before leaving operator’s seat.
Use steps, grab-handles and
anti-slip surfaces when stepping
on and off the skid steer.
Listed below are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products
described in this manual.
Excavator Shutdown
If engaged, disengage hydraulics
to the attachment.
Park on solid, level ground.
Lower attachment and dozer blade
until they are on the ground.
Idle engine and turn ignition key to
‘STOP’ position to shutoff engine.
Move lever lock(s) down to the
lock position.
Turn ignition key to “RUN” and
relieve hydraulic pressure to the
hydraulic system by operating
hydraulic levers. Refer to
Excavator Operator’s Manual.
Turn ignition key to “OFF” and
remove to prevent unauthorized
starting.
Face excavator while using
approved steps, grab-handles and
anti-slip surfaces when stepping
on and off the excavator.
Avoid crystalline Silica
(quartz) Dust
Because crystalline silica is a basic
component of sand and granite,
many activities at construction sites
produce dust containing crystalline
silica. Trenching, sawing, and boring
of material containing crystalline
silica can produce dust containing
crystalline silica particles. This dust
can cause serious injury to the
lungs (silicosis).
There are guidelines which should
be followed if crystalline silica
(quartz) is present in the dust.
Be aware of and follow OSHA
(or other local, State, or Federal)
guidelines for exposure to airborne
crystalline silica.
Know the work operations where
exposure to crystalline silica may
occur.
Participate in air monitoring or
training programs offered by the
employer.
Be aware of and use optional
equipment controls such as water
sprays, local exhaust ventilation,
and enclosed cabs with positive
pressure air conditioning if the
machine has such equipment.
Otherwise respirators shall be worn.
Where respirators are required, wear
a respirator approved for protection
against crystalline silica containing
dust. Do not alter respirator in any
way. Workers who use tight-fitting
respirators can not have beards/
mustaches which interfere with the
respirator seal to the face.
If possible, change into disposable
or washable work clothes at the
work site; shower and change into
clean clothing before leaving the
work site.
Do not eat, drink, use tobacco
products, or apply cosmetics in
areas where there is dust containing
crystalline silica.
Store food, drink, and personal
belongings away from the work
area.
Wash hands and face before eating,
drinking, smoking, or applying
cosmetics after leaving the exposure
area.
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REMOVE
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REMOVE
Stand-on Compact Loader
Shutdown
Reduce engine speed, park on
solid, level ground, disengage
auxiliary hydraulics and lower
attachment until it is flat on the
ground.
Turn off engine and turn off the
power switch to prevent
unauthorized starting.
Relieve all hydraulic pressures.
Wait for all components to stop
before leaving operator’s platform.
Carefully step down from the
operator’s platform.
