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).
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
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.