Neuson 3001 User manual

Operator's Manual
Dumper
Machine model 3001
Edition 2.0
Language English
Item no. 1000172672

Documentation
Description Order no.
Operator's Manual 1000172672
Service manual 1000156004
Spare parts list 1000173900
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Edition Issued
2.0 03/2007
Copyright – 2007 Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH, Linz-Leonding
Printed in Austria
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permission in writing from the manufacturer.
The cover features the machine with possible optional equipment.
Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH
Haidfeldstrasse 37
A-4060 Linz-Leonding
Document: BA 3001 En
Order no.: 1000172672
Edition: 2.0

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table of contents
table of contents
I
Introduction
Important information on this Operator's Manual ..................................................... 1-1
Brief description ....................................................................................................... 1-2
Regulations .............................................................................................................. 1-2
EC Declaration of Conformity for 3001 dumper ....................................................... 1-3
Type labels and component numbers ...................................................................... 1-4
Other signs and symbols ......................................................................................... 1-6
Safety instructions
Identification of warnings and dangers .................................................................... 2-1
Warranty .................................................................................................................. 2-1
Designated use and exemption from liability ........................................................... 2-2
General conduct and safety instructions .................................................................. 2-3
Organisational measures ................................................................................... 2-3
Selection and qualification of staff, basic responsibilities .................................. 2-4
Safety instructions regarding operation ................................................................... 2-5
Normal operation ............................................................................................... 2-5
Trailer operation ................................................................................................ 2-7
Safety instructions for maintenance ......................................................................... 2-8
Warning of special hazards ................................................................................... 2-10
Electric energy ................................................................................................. 2-10
Gas, dust, steam, smoke ................................................................................. 2-10
Hydraulics ........................................................................................................ 2-11
Noise ............................................................................................................... 2-11
Oil, grease and other chemical substances ..................................................... 2-11
Battery ............................................................................................................. 2-11
Tyres ................................................................................................................ 2-11
Operation
Description of 3001F components (overview) ......................................................... 3-2
Description of 3001S components (overview) ......................................................... 3-3
Control stand overview ............................................................................................ 3-4
Instrument panel overview ....................................................................................... 3-5
Putting into operation ............................................................................................... 3-6
Safety instructions ............................................................................................. 3-6
Putting the machine into operation for the first time .......................................... 3-6
Running-in period .............................................................................................. 3-6
Check lists ......................................................................................................... 3-7
Start-up checklist ............................................................................................... 3-7
Operation checklist ............................................................................................ 3-8
Parking checklist ................................................................................................ 3-8
Driving the dumper .................................................................................................. 3-9
Preheating start switch: overview ...................................................................... 3-9
Accelerator pedal: overview .............................................................................. 3-9
Telltales and warning lights: overview ............................................................ 3-10
Before starting the engine ............................................................................... 3-12
Starting the engine: general ............................................................................ 3-12
Procedure ........................................................................................................ 3-12
When the engine has started ... ....................................................................... 3-13
Engine warm-up .............................................................................................. 3-13
Jump-starting the engine (supply battery) ....................................................... 3-13
Special instructions for driving on public roads ............................................... 3-14
Moving off ........................................................................................................ 3-14
Accelerator pedal ............................................................................................. 3-14
Hydraulic brake ................................................................................................ 3-15
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Mechanical brake ............................................................................................. 3-15
Low/high speed ...................................................................................................... 3-15
Hazard warning system ......................................................................................... 3-15
Driving on slopes ................................................................................................... 3-16
Specific safety instructions .............................................................................. 3-16
Driving on slopes with a loaded skip ................................................................ 3-16
Driving on slopes with an empty skip ............................................................... 3-16
Driving across slopes ....................................................................................... 3-16
Parking the machine ........................................................................................ 3-17
Loading the machine ....................................................................................... 3-18
Seat adjustment ..................................................................................................... 3-19
Weight adjustment ........................................................................................... 3-19
Horizontal adjustment ...................................................................................... 3-19
Backrest adjustment ........................................................................................ 3-19
Seat belt ................................................................................................................. 3-20
Engine cover .................................................................................................... 3-21
Working with the machine ...................................................................................... 3-22
General safety instructions .............................................................................. 3-22
Dumper 3001 front skip operation .......................................................................... 3-23
Dumper 3001 swivel skip operation ....................................................................... 3-24
Rollbar .................................................................................................................... 3-25
Towing ................................................................................................................... 3-26
Opening the high-pressure circuit .................................................................... 3-26
Centre pivot prop ................................................................................................... 3-27
Locking the control levers ...................................................................................... 3-27
Crane handling the machine .................................................................................. 3-28
Loading and transporting the machine ............................................................ 3-29
Strapping down the machine ........................................................................... 3-30
Battery master switch ............................................................................................. 3-30
Troubleshooting
Engine trouble ......................................................................................................... 4-1
Maintenance
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 5-1
Front skip maintenance prop ............................................................................. 5-1
Swivel skip maintenance prop ........................................................................... 5-2
Fuel system .............................................................................................................. 5-3
Specific safety instructions ................................................................................ 5-3
Refuelling ........................................................................................................... 5-3
Stationary fuel pumps ........................................................................................ 5-4
Diesel fuel specification ..................................................................................... 5-4
Bleeding the fuel system .................................................................................... 5-4
Fuel prefilter with water separator ..................................................................... 5-5
Replacing the fuel filter ...................................................................................... 5-6
Engine lubrication system ........................................................................................ 5-7
Checking the oil level ......................................................................................... 5-7
Filling up engine oil ............................................................................................ 5-8
Engine and hydraulics cooling system ..................................................................... 5-9
Specific safety instructions ................................................................................ 5-9
Checking/filling up coolant ............................................................................... 5-10
Air filter ................................................................................................................... 5-12
Replacing the filter ........................................................................................... 5-13
V-belt ...................................................................................................................... 5-14
Checking V-belt tension ................................................................................... 5-14
Retightening the V-belt .................................................................................... 5-15
Hydraulic system .................................................................................................... 5-16
Specific safety instructions .............................................................................. 5-16

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Checking the hydraulic oil level ....................................................................... 5-17
Filling up hydraulic oil ...................................................................................... 5-18
Changing hydraulic oil ..................................................................................... 5-19
Fouling indicator for hydraulic oil filter ............................................................. 5-19
Replacing the hydraulic oil filter element ......................................................... 5-19
Important information for the use of biodegradable oil .................................... 5-20
Checking hydraulic pressure lines ................................................................... 5-21
Tyres ...................................................................................................................... 5-22
Inspection work ................................................................................................ 5-22
Wheel change .................................................................................................. 5-23
Axles ...................................................................................................................... 5-24
Checking the oil level and filling up oil ............................................................. 5-24
Draining oil ....................................................................................................... 5-24
Electric system ....................................................................................................... 5-25
Specific safety instructions .............................................................................. 5-25
Service and maintenance work at regular intervals ......................................... 5-25
Instructions concerning specific components .................................................. 5-26
Alternator ......................................................................................................... 5-26
Battery ............................................................................................................. 5-27
General maintenance work .................................................................................... 5-28
Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 5-28
General instructions for all areas of the machine ............................................ 5-28
Exterior of the machine .................................................................................... 5-29
Engine compartment ....................................................................................... 5-29
Screw connections and attachments ............................................................... 5-29
Pivots and hinges ............................................................................................ 5-29
Fluids and lubricants .............................................................................................. 5-30
Maintenance plan (overview) ................................................................................. 5-31
Lubrication plan ..................................................................................................... 5-33
Specifications
Chassis .................................................................................................................... 6-1
Engine ...................................................................................................................... 6-1
Travelling drive ........................................................................................................ 6-1
Brakes ...................................................................................................................... 6-1
Steering system ....................................................................................................... 6-2
Work hydraulics ....................................................................................................... 6-2
Skip .......................................................................................................................... 6-2
Drive specifications .................................................................................................. 6-2
Electric system ......................................................................................................... 6-3
Fuse box ............................................................................................................ 6-3
Relays ................................................................................................................ 6-4
Tyres ........................................................................................................................ 6-4
Noise levels ............................................................................................................. 6-4
Coolant compound table .......................................................................................... 6-5
Dimensions model 3001 front skip ........................................................................... 6-6
Dimensions model 3001 swivel skip ........................................................................ 6-7
Safety instructions for operation of earth moving machines
Preliminary remark ................................................................................................... 7-1
Designated use ........................................................................................................ 7-1
General .................................................................................................................... 7-2
Danger area ............................................................................................................. 7-3
Stability .................................................................................................................... 7-3
Operation ................................................................................................................. 7-4
Assembly, maintenance, repair ............................................................................... 7-8
Towing and transporting ........................................................................................ 7-10
Monitoring .............................................................................................................. 7-10

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A
Abbreviations .........................................................................................1-1
Air filter .................................................................................................5-12
B
Biodegradable oil .................................................................................5-20
C
Check lists .............................................................................................3-7
Crane-handling bracket .......................................................................3-28
D
Designated use and exemption from liability .........................................2-2
Driving on public roads ........................................................................3-14
Driving the dumper ................................................................................3-9
F
Fastening the seat belt ........................................................................3-20
Fluids and lubricants ............................................................................5-30
I
Important information
On this Operator's Manual ..............................................................1-1
Instrument panel overview ...................................................... 3-2, 3-3, 3-4
L
Legal regulations ...................................................................................1-2
M
Machine
Brief description ..............................................................................1-2
Loading and transporting ..............................................................3-29
Maintenance
Air filter ..........................................................................................5-13
Biodegradable oil ..........................................................................5-20
Checking the coolant level ............................................................5-10
Checking the engine oil level ..........................................................5-7
Checking the hydraulic oil level ....................................................5-17
Cleaning ........................................................................................5-28
Electric system ..............................................................................5-25
Engine and hydraulics cooling system ............................................5-9
Engine lubrication system ...............................................................5-7
Filling in engine oil ..........................................................................5-8
Filling up coolant ...........................................................................5-10
Filling up hydraulic oil ...................................................................5-18
Fluids and lubricants .....................................................................5-30
Fuel system ....................................................................................5-3
General maintenance work ...........................................................5-28
Hydraulic pressure lines ...............................................................5-21
Hydraulic system ..........................................................................5-16
Instructions concerning specific components ...............................5-26
Maintenance plan .........................................................................5-31
Pivots and hinges .........................................................................5-29
Replacing the fuel filter ...................................................................5-6
Screw connections ........................................................................5-29
Service and maintenance work at regular intervals ......................5-25
Tyres .............................................................................................5-22
V-belt ............................................................................................5-14
N
Noise levels ...........................................................................................1-6
O
Operation .............................................................................................. 3-1
Before starting the engine ............................................................ 3-12
Control stand overview ................................................................... 3-4
Description of 3001F components (overview) ......................... 3-2, 3-3
Instrument panel overview ...............................................3-2, 3-3, 3-4
Parking the machine ..................................................................... 3-17
Seat belt height adjustment .......................................................... 3-20
Starting the engine ....................................................................... 3-12
P
Preheating start switch .......................................................................... 3-9
Putting into operation ..............................................................3-2, 3-3, 3-4
Check lists ...................................................................................... 3-7
Putting the machine into operation for the first time ....................... 3-6
Safety instructions .......................................................................... 3-6
R
Refuelling .............................................................................................. 5-3
Rollbar ................................................................................................. 3-25
Running-in period .................................................................................. 3-6
S
Safety instructions
General conduct ............................................................................. 2-3
Identification ................................................................................... 2-1
Maintenance ................................................................................... 2-8
Operation ........................................................................................ 2-5
Special hazards ............................................................................ 2-10
Trailers and attachments ................................................................ 2-7
Seat adjustment .................................................................................. 3-19
Backrest adjustment ..................................................................... 3-19
Horizontal adjustment ................................................................... 3-19
Weight adjustment ........................................................................ 3-19
Seat belt .............................................................................................. 3-20
Signs and symbols ................................................................................ 1-6
Specifications ........................................................................................ 6-1
Chassis ........................................................................................... 6-1
Coolant compound table ................................................................ 6-5
Dimensions .............................................................................. 6-6, 6-7
Electric system ............................................................................... 6-3
Engine ............................................................................................ 6-1
Noise levels .................................................................................... 6-4
Starting aid .......................................................................................... 3-13
T
Telltales ............................................................................................... 3-10
Tyres ................................................................................................... 5-22
W
Warranty ................................................................................................ 2-1
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Introduction
1 Introduction
1.1 Important information on this Operator's Manual
Please store the Operator's Manual in the storage bin under the engine cover.
This Operator's Manual contains important information on how to work safely, correctly
andeconomicallywiththemachine.Therefore,itaimsnotonlyatnewoperators,butitalso
serves as a reference for experienced ones. It helps to avoid dangerous situations and
reduce repair costs and downtimes. Furthermore, the reliability and the service life of the
machine will be increased by following the instructions in the Operator's Manual. This is
why the Operator's Manual must always be kept at hand on the machine.
Your own safety, as well as the safety of others, depends to a great extent on how the
machine is moved and operated. Therefore, carefully read and understand this Operator's
Manual prior to the first drive. This Operator's Manual will help to familiarise yourself more
easily with the machine, thereby enabling you to use it more safely and efficiently.
Prior to the first drive, carefully read chapter “Safety Instructions” as well, in order to be
preparedforpossibledangeroussituations,asitwillbetoolateforitduringoperation.Asa
rule, keep the following in mind:
Careful and prudent working is the best way to avoid accidents!
Operationalsafety andreadiness of the machine do not only depend onyour skill,but also
on maintenance and servicing of the machine. This is why regular maintenance and serv-
ice work is absolutely necessary. Extensive maintenance and repair work must always be
carriedout byan expert with appropriate training.Insist on using original spare partswhen
carrying out maintenance and repair work. This ensures operational safety and readiness
of your machine, and maintains its value.
Your Neuson dealer will be pleased to answer any further questions regarding the
machine or the Operator's Manual.
Abbreviations / symbols
• This symbol stands for a list
• Subdivision within lists or an activity. Follow the steps in the recommended sequence
☞This symbol requires you to carry out the activity described
➥Description of the effects or results of an activity
n. s. = not shown
“Opt” = option
Stated whenever controls or other components of the machine are installed as an option.

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1.2 Brief description
The model 3001 dumper is a self-propelled work machine.
Get informed on and follow the legal regulations of your country.
This machine is a versatile and powerful helper for moving earth, gravel and debris on
construction sites and elsewhere. The main components of the machine are:
• Rollbar
• Hydraulic swivel skip or front skip
• Yanmar three cylinder diesel engine
• Sturdy steel sheet chassis
1.3 Regulations
Requirements to be met by the driver
Earth moving machines may be driven and serviced only by persons who meet the
following requirements:
• 18 years or older
• Physically and mentally suited for this work
• Persons have been instructed in driving and servicing the earth moving machine and
have proven their qualifications to the contractor
• Persons are expected to carry out work reliably.
They have been appointed by the contractor for driving and servicing the earth moving
machine.
Get informed on and follow the legal regulations of your country.

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1.4 EC Declaration of Conformity for 3001 dumper
EG-Konformitätserklärung
EC-Declaration of Conformity
Déclaration de conformité
im Sinne der EG-Maschinenrichtlinie Anhang II A 98/37/EC,
in addition to the EC machine directives Annex
dans l’esprit des directives du conseil relatives aux machines Annexe
Hiermit erklären wir, daß der Kompakt-Allraddumper
We declare, that the compact-dumper
Nous déclarons, que le dumper compact
Typ 3001 Fahrgestell-Nr. AC31......................
type serial-no.
type numéra de série.
folgenden einschlägigen Bestimmungen entspricht: 98/37/EC
fulfills the following directives: 89/336EEC
est en conformité avec des prescriptions suivant: 2000/14/EC
Angewendete harmonisierte europäische Normen EN 12100-1 : 2003
Harmonized standards applied EN 12100-2 : 2003
Normes euopéen harmonisées appliquées EN 474-1 1994
EN 474-6 1996
Garantierter Schalleistungspegel LWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Guarantee weighted Sound Power Level
Niveau sonore garanti de la puissance
Gemessener Schallleistungspegel LWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101
Measured weighted Sound Power Level
Niveau sonore mesuré de la puissance
Freiwilligen Baumusterprüfung: Baumusterprüfungsbescheinigung-Nr.:
Voluntary type-examination Eximination certificate No.:
Effectuer l´examen de type volontaire Attestation de type n°:
........................................................ .........................................................
Ort, Datum / Place, date / Lieu, date Lee Morris / Technical Director
Tredegar, 14/11/2006

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1.5 Type labels and component numbers
Serial number
The serial number is stamped on the machine chassis. It is also located on the type label.
The type label is located at the rear right of the control stand.
Type label information
Example: 3001
Model: 3001
Year: ---------------
PIN: AC 31....
Power: ---------------
Mass: ---------------
Load: ---------------
Other information – see chapter 6 Specifications on page 6-1
Engine number
The type label (arrow) is located on the cylinder-head cover of the engine.
Example: Yanmar 46557
Hydraulic pump number
The type label (arrow) is located on the hydraulic pump housing
Fig. 1: Type label: location
Fig. 2: Type label
Fig. 3: Yanmar diesel engine number
Fig. 4: Number of variable displacement pump

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Rollbar number
The type label is located on the left on the rollbar
Axle number
The type label (arrow) is located on the upper side of the axle housing.
Fig. 5: Rollbar type label
Fig. 6: Axle type label

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1.6 Other signs and symbols
Thefollowingstatessignsandsymbolswhicharenotunequivocallycomprehensible.They
do not contain explanatory text and are not explained in the following chapters.
Meaning
Machine is raised by the eye hooks
– see chapter 3.19 Crane handling the machine on page 3-28
Location
On the rear chassis next to the eye hook
Meaning
Loading indications for machine.
– see chapter Strapping down the machine on page 3-30
Location
On the engine cover
Meaning
Noise levels produced by the machine.
LWA = sound power level
Other information – see chapter 6.11 Noise levels on page 6-4
Location
On the engine cover
Meaning
This label indicates the maximum authorised angleof inclination for driving on slopes,
whatever the position of the machine.
Location
On the rear chassis
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Fig. 9: Noise level label
Fig. 10: Driving on slopes

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Meaning
Indicates that persons other than the driver must keep a safe distance to the machine
during operation!
Location
On left and right of front chassis
Meaning
Fill in diesel fuel only!
Location
On the fuel filler inlet
Meaning
Hydraulic oil filler inlet
– see chapter Filling up hydraulic oil on page 5-18
Location
On the filler inlet of the hydraulic oil tank
Meaning
Fold down the maintenance prop before carrying out work underneath the skip.
Location
On the swivelling console at the front
Meaning
Shows how the skip can be dumped out.
Location
On the engine cover
Fig. 11: Keep a safe distance
Fig. 12: Diesel
Fig. 13: Hydraulic oil
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Fig. 14: Read the Operator's Manual
Fig. 15: Dumping out the skip

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Meaning
Shows how the skip can be swivelled.
Location
On the engine cover
Meaning
Caution – rotating or hot parts! Read the Operator's Manual.
Location
On the engine cover
Meaning
Always fasten the lap belt if the rollbar is raised!
Fastening the lap belt is prohibited if the rollbar is lowered!
Location
On the engine cover
Fig. 16: Swivelling the skip
Fig. 17: Caution
Fig. 18: Lap belt

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Safety instructions
2 Safety instructions
2.1 Identification of warnings and dangers
Importantindications regarding the safety ofthe staff and the machineare identified in this
Operator's Manual with the following terms and symbols:
Danger!
Failure to observe the instructions identified by this symbol can result in
personal injury or death for the operator or other persons.
☞Measures for avoiding danger
Caution!
Failure to observe the instructions identified by this symbol can result in
damage to the machine.
☞Measures for avoiding danger for the machine
Important!
This symbol identifies instructions for a more efficient and economical use of the
machine.
Environment!
Failure to observe the instructions identified by this symbol can result in damage to the
environment. The environment is in danger if environmentally hazardous material
(e.g. waste oil) is not subject to proper use or disposal.
2.2 Warranty
Warranty claims can be brought forward to your Neuson dealer only.
Furthermore, the instructions in this Operator's Manual must be observed.

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2.3 Designated use and exemption from liability
• The machine is intended for:
• Moving earth, gravel, coarse gravel or ballast and rubble
• Every other application is regarded as not designated for the use of the machine.
Neuson Baumashinen GmbH will not be liable for damage resulting from use other
than mentioned above. The user alone will bear the risk.
Designated use also includes observing the instructions set forth in the Operator's
Manual and observing the maintenance and service conditions.
• The safety of the machine can be negatively affected by carrying out machine
modifications without proper authority and by using spare parts, equipment,
attachments and optional equipment which have not been checked and released by
Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH. Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH will not be liable for
damage resulting from this
• Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH shall not be liable for personal injury and/or damage to
property caused by failure to observe the safety instructions and the Operator's
Manual, and by the negligence of the duty to exercise due care when:
• handling
• operating
• servicing and carrying out maintenance work and
• repairing the machine. This is also applicable in those cases in which special
attention has not been drawn to the duty to exercise due care, in the safety
instructions, the Operator's Manuals and maintenance manuals (machine / engine).
• Readandunderstand the Operator'sManualbefore startingup,servicingor repairing
the machine. Observe the safety instructions!
• When driving on publicroads, followthe legalregulations of your country and equip the
machine in compliance with these regulations. If the machine is not equipped with
lights, drive on construction sites only, and only in conditions of sufficient visibility.

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2.4 General conduct and safety instructions
Organisational measures
• Themachinehasbeendesignedandbuiltinaccordancewithstate-of-the-artstandards
and the recognised safety regulations. Nevertheless, its use can constitute a risk to life
and limb of the user or of third parties, or cause damage to the machine and to other
material property
• The machine must only be used in technically perfect condition in accordance with its
designated use and the instructions set forth in the Operator's Manual, and only by
safety-conscious persons who are fully aware of the risks involved in operating the
machine. Any functionaldisorders, especially thoseaffectingthesafety of themachine,
must therefore be rectified immediately!
Basic rule:
Before starting up the machine, inspect the machine for safety in work and road
operation!
• Careful and prudent working is the best way to avoid accidents!
• The Operator's Manual must always be at hand on the machine and must therefore be
stored in the tool kit.
Immediately complete or replace an incomplete or illegible Operator's Manual.
• In addition to the Operator's Manual, observe and instruct the operator in all other
generally applicable legal and other mandatory regulations relevant to accident
prevention and environmental protection.
These compulsory regulations may also deal with handling hazardous substances,
issuing and/or wearing personal protective equipment, or traffic regulations
• With regard to specific operational features, e.g. those relevant to job organisation,
work sequences or the persons entrusted with the work, supplement the Operator's
Manual by corresponding instructions, including those relevant to supervising and
reporting duties
• Persons entrusted with work on the machine must have read and understood the
Operator's Manual and in particular, chapter “Safety Instructions” before beginning
work. This applies especially to persons working only occasionally on the machine,
e.g. set-up or maintenance
• The user/owner must check – at least from time to time – whether the persons
entrustedwithoperationor maintenance ofthe machine areworkingin compliance with
the Operator's Manual and are aware of risks and safety factors
• The user / owner commits himself to operate and keep the machine in perfect
condition, and, if necessary or required by law, to require the operating or servicing
persons to wear protective clothing etc.
• In the event of safety-relevant modifications or changes on the machine or of its
behaviour, stop the machine immediately and report the malfunction to the competent
authority/person. Safety-relevant damage or malfunctions of the machine must be
rectified immediately
• Never make any modifications, additions or conversions to the machine and its
superstructures, as well as to the attachments, which might affect safety without the
approval of Neuson Baumaschinen GmbH! This also applies to the installation and the
adjustment of safety devices and valves, as well as to welding work on load-bearing
elements
• Spare parts must comply with the technical requirements specified by Neuson
Baumaschinen GmbH. Original spare parts can be relied to do so.
• Replace hydraulic hoses within stipulated and appropriate intervals even if no
safety-relevant defects have been detected.

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Safety instructions
• Before working on or with the machine, remove jewellery, such as rings, wristwatches,
bracelets etc., and tie back long hair and do not wear loose-fitting garments, such as
unbuttoned or unzipped jackets, ties or scarves.
Injury can result from being caught up in the machinery or from rings catching on
moving parts!
• Keep the machine clean. This reduces
• Fire hazard, e.g. due to oil-soaked rags lying around
• Danger of injury, e.g. due to dirt or debris on the footholds, and
• Danger of accidents e.g. due to dirt pile-up on the drive pedals
• Observe all safety, warning and information signs and labels on the machine
• Adhere to prescribed intervals or those specified in the Operator's Manual for routine
checks/inspections and maintenance work!
• For service, inspection, maintenance or repair work, tools and workshop equipment
adapted to the task on hand are absolutely indispensable
Selection and qualification of staff, basic responsibilities
• Any work on or with the machine must be carried out by reliable staff only. Do not let
unauthorised persons drive or work with the machine! Observestatutory minimum age
limits!
• Employ only trained or instructed staff on the machine, and clearly and unequivocally
define the individual responsibilities of the staff for operation, set-up, maintenance and
repair!
• Define the machine operator's responsibilities – also with regard to observing traffic
regulations. Give the operator the authority to refuse instructions by third parties that
are contrary to safety
• Do not allow persons to be trained or instructed or persons taking part in a general
training course to work on or with the machine without being permanently supervised
by an experienced person!
• Work on the electric system and equipment, on the undercarriage and thesteering and
brake systems may be carried out only by skilled staff which has been specially trained
for such work.
Work on the hydraulic system of the machine must be carried out only by staff with
special knowledge and experience in hydraulic equipment!
• Seal off the danger area should it not be possible to keep a safe distance.
Stop work if persons do not leave the danger area in spite of warning! Keep out of the
danger area!
Danger area:
The danger area is the area in which persons are in danger due to the movements of the
• machine
• work equipment
• additional equipment or
• material
• This also includes the area affected by falling material, equipment or by parts which
are thrown out.
The danger area must be extended by 0.5 m in the immediate vicinity of
• buildings
• scaffolds or
• other elements of construction

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2.5 Safety instructions regarding operation
Normal operation
• Avoid any operational mode that might be prejudicial to safety!
• Before beginning work, familiarise yourself with the surroundings and circumstances of
the work site. These are e.g. obstacles in the working and travelling area, the soil
bearing capacity and any necessary barriers separating the work site frompublic roads
• Take the necessary precautions to make sure the machine is used only when in a safe
and reliable state!
Operate the machine only if all protective and safety-oriented devices, e.g. removable
safety-devices, soundproofing elements and exhausters etc., are in place and fully
functional!
• Check the machine at least once a day/per work shift for visible damage and defects.
Report any changes (incl. changes in the machine's working behaviour) to the
competent organisation/person immediately! If necessary, stop the machine
immediately and lock it!
• In the event of malfunctions, stop the machine immediately and lock it! Have any
defects rectified immediately!
• Start and operate the machine from the control stand only!
• Carry out start-up and shut-down procedures in accordance with the Operator's
Manual, and observe the telltales!
• Beforeputtingthemachineintooperation(start-up/moving),makesureno-oneisatrisk
by putting the machine into operation!
• Before driving the machine, and also after interrupting work, check whether the service
brake,the parkingbrake (the drive must be switched off if the parking brakeis applied!)
and the signalling and the light systems are functional!
• When driving on public roads, ways and places, observe the local traffic regulations in
force and, if necessary, make sure beforehand that the machine is in a condition
perfectly compatible with these regulations!
• Always switch on the lights in conditions of poor visibility and after dark.
• Do not carry any other persons apart from the driver!
• When crossing underpasses, bridges and tunnels, or when passing under overhead
lines always make sure there is enough clearance!
• Always keep at a safe distance from the edges of building pits and slopes!
• When working in buildings or in enclosed areas, look out for:
• Height of the ceiling/clearances
• Width of entrances
• Maximum load of ceilings and floors
• Sufficient room ventilation – danger of poisoning (exhaust)!

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• Avoid any operation that might be a risk to machine stability!
• On sloping terrain always adapt your drive speed to the prevailing ground conditions!
Never change to lower gear on a slope but always before reaching it!
• Before leaving the control stand always secure the machine against unintentional
movement and unauthorised use!
• Before starting work check whether
• all safety devices are properly installed and functional,
• dirt has been removed from all footholds.
• Before moving the machine or before taking up work:
• Make sure visibility is sufficient!
• Adjust your correct seat position, never adjust the seat when driving or working!
• Always fasten the seat belt if the rollbar is raised!
• Inspect the immediate area (children)!
• In the work area the operator is responsible for third parties!
• Caution when handling fuel – increased danger of fire!
• Make sure fuel does not come into contact with hot parts!
Do not smoke during refuelling, and avoid fire and sparks! Switch off the engine
during refuelling and do not smoke!
• Never get on or off a moving machine! Never jump off the machine!
• Should it be too dark for carrying outwork safely, provide additional lighting of the work
area
• Installed work lights must not be switched on for travel on public roads. They can be
switched on in work operation if users of public roads are not dazzled.
• Adjust the drive speed to your abilities and the circumstances.
• Always adapt your drive speed to the road and ground conditions, and to the visibility
conditions. Ask someone to guide you in case of difficult passages or obstacles.
Always void tipping over the dumper by driving appropriately and slowly as required.
Thisappliesinparticulartoroughterrain,theedgesoftrenches,curvesandemergency
braking. Use only the low speed range when driving off-road (turtle telltale on the
instrument panel).
• Proceedwith extreme care when working on slopes. The dumper canbe driven on firm
groundinall positions on slopes up to 25% steep. Drive on slopes that areless steep if
you expect the wheels on one side to sink in. When driving on slopes steeper than
25 %, drive the loaded dumper only with the skip facing uphill, i.e. drive downhill
reversing. When driving downhill with an empty skip on slopes steeper than 25 %, the
skip must face downhill.
• Make sure the engine cover is closed and locked before starting the dumper.
• When driving downhill with a full skip, drive slowly and reduce engine speed by slowly
reducing the pressure on the accelerator pedal. The dumper brakes hydraulically at
idling speed of the diesel engine. The centre of gravity of the payload is shifted to the
front on slopes. Reverse downhill if you are not sure.
• Apply the parking brake whenparking the machine. If possible, donot park the dumper
on slopes. If this cannot be avoided, use wheel chocks, etc. Lower the skip before
leaving the dumper. Apply the parking brake onlyin an emergency when driving the
machine.
• Keep the base plate of the skip in a clean condition so that the material is easily
dumped out of the skip. Load only material that can be easily dumped out. Dump out
stickyor frozen material only tothe frontand with the dumper in straight-aheadposition
onlevelground.Asyouraisetheskip,watchwhetherthematerialisdumpedoutbefore
fully raising the skip. Failure to watch whether the material is dumped out correctly can
cause the dumper to tip over.