Instructions for Bobcat Telescopic Handlers and Attachments 3 Safety is the operator’s responsibility -3

SAFETY


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SAFETY

Contents

Safety instructions for Bobcat Telescopic Handlers and Attachments ³

Safety is the operator’s responsibility — -3

Safety symbols 4

Safe operation requires a qualified operator 4

Fire prevention .v 5

Maintenance instructions 5

Warning of residual risks 6

Specific instructions for Telescopic Handler & man platform .7


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SAFETY


Safety instructions for Bobcat
Telescopic Handlers and Attachments


Safety is the operator's responsibility


^ WARNING


The following Telescopic Handlers are approved to be used with those Man Platform: T35120SL, T40140,
T40170.


Carefully follow the operating and maintenance
instructions in this manual.

All Bobcat telescopic handlers and attachments are

designed to ensure maximum safety for the operator.
However, in spite of a very careful design, this machine
can be dangerous if not used and serviced according to
the instructions in this manual.

A Declaration of Conformity is issued on delivery of the

machine. This must be kept and shown at each periodic
inspection of the machine and handed over to the
purchaser if the machine is resold.

The Bobcat telescopic handler is highly manoeuvrable and

compact. It is rugged and can be used under a wide variety
of conditions. However the operator could still face
hazards associated with various types of use.

Subject to compliance with operating and maintenance

instructions, and use of the specially designed original
equipment, this machine:

• 
  Can be used for lifting operations with variable-length
  load suspension components, which allow the load to
  swing freely in all directions.
  
• 
  Can be used to lift personnel with a man platform.
  
• 
  Can be remote-controlled, for some of its functions,
  from outside the normal driving which is from inside the
  cab.
  

This machine is not designed for

• 
  Use under weather conditions with a nsk of lightning,
  storm or wind speeds greater than 12 5 m/s (force 6 on
  the Beaufort scale).
  
• 
  Use in explosive atmospheres.
  
• 
  Carrying out work on l.ve powar lines.
  
• 
  Carrying out underground work
  

The dealer will explain the capabilities and restrictions of
the Bobcat telescopic handler for each use. The dealer will
also demonstrate safe operation according to Bobcat
instructions, which are made available to operators.

The dealer will also identify unsafe modifications or use of

unapproved attachments.

The attachments and buckets are designed for nominal

capacities and secure fastening to the Bobcat telescopic
handler.


The user should check with the dealer, or refer to Bobcat
documentation, to determine the safe loads for materials of
specified densities for the Telescopic Handler/Attachment
combination.

The user must adhere to the loads charts relating to each

replacement of tyres.

Use only the tyres listed in the manual pertaining to the

telescopic handler, and make sure the machine is
equipped with 4 identical tyres.

The following publications and training materials provide

information on the safe use and maintenance of the
telescopic handler and attachments:

• 
  The Delivery Report ensures that complete instructions
  have been given to the new owner and that the Bobcat
  Telescopic Handler and equipment are in safe operating
  condition.
  
• 
  The Operation & Maintenance Manual delivered with
  the Bobcat telescopic handler or attachment provides
  operating information as well as routine maintenance
  and service procedures. The telescopic manual is a part
  of the telescopic handler and must be stored in the
  compartment provided inside the operator cab. The
  man platform manual however is part of the platform
  and must be stored in the document compartment
  provided on the platform. Replacement Operation &
  Maintenance Manuals are available from your Bobcat
  dealer.
  
• 
  Machine signs (decals) provide information on the safe
  operation and maintenance of your Bobcat telescopic
  handler or attachment. The signs and their locations are
  shown in the Operation & Maintenance Manual.
  Replacement signs are available from your Bobcat
  dealer.
  

On delivery, the dealer will check the recommended uses
of the product with the owner/operator. If the machine is to
be used for other purposes, the owner/operator should
check the relevant recommendations with the dealer.


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